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Kris Yoshizawa represents lenders and borrowers in connection with the structuring, negotiation, documentation and closing of a broad range of debt financing transactions, including secured and unsecured senior and mezzanine financings, private equity sponsor debt, venture debt, general commercial financing, and real estate acquisition and construction financings. He frequently advises clients on Uniform Commercial Code requirements in key transactions
Kris obtained his MBA before attending law school and began his career as a certified public accountant with one of the Big Four accounting firms.
Kris enjoys community service and working with nonprofits, and he has advised several 501(c)(3) foundations and organizations on their governance matters and tax liability concerns.
Professional Recognition
- Listed as a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers Magazine, 2015 - 2018
Professional Leadership
- Washington State Bar Association (WSBA), Executive Committee of the Business Law Section, 2010 - 2011
- Asian Bar Association of Washington, Vice President, 2011; Treasurer, 2012 - 2014; Member, 2005 - present
Community Involvement
- Wayfind, Volunteer
- the Service Board, Board Member, 2015 - 2019
Related Employment
- Perkins Coie LLP, Seattle, WA Summer Associate, 2007
- Law Offices, Kelley J. Sweeney (SafeCo Insurance Co.), Tacoma, WA, Law Clerk, 2006 - 2007
- Deloitte & Touche LLP, Omaha, NE, Senior Tax Consultant, 2002 - 2005
