Jackie Kettman-Thomas
Parent and Attorney-at-Law
A graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, with a focus
in education advocacy for individuals with disabilities and estate planning,
Jackie is passionate about helping families achieve their goals. She
knows the law and will take the time to explain it to clients. For Jackie,
it’simportant that clients thoroughly understand their options and the
effects of the decisions they make.
Jackie has real world experience working with bureaucracies in local
government and translating legal jargon into English. She established
her firm in 2007 to provide a resource for education advocacy for disabled
students. Jackie added estate planning in 2008, taking over for Susan
Kirkpatrick, of the Kirkpatrick Law Group, and building a stellar staff group.
Futurity Legal Services prides itself on helping families prepare for the
future, and we have a special affection for families who know the
challenges of raising children with disabilities.
Every family is different. Jackie will ensure you have a well-tailored
legal plan based on your family’s priorities and circumstances, so you
can have confidence in a future of your design.
Jackie’s Education:
1989 The Evergreen State College, BA
2006 University of Washington School of Law, JD
Admitted to Practice:
State of Washington
U.S. District Court for Western Washington
Volunteer Services:
Board of Directors
Washington Public Interest Research Group, 1986-1987
President’s Advisory Committee
The Evergreen State College, 1988-1989
Citizens Advisory Committee, Southwest Regional Office
Washington State Department of Ecology, 1990-1992
Board of Directors
The Wyatt Holliday Foundation, 2006-2007
Board of Directors
The League of Women Voters of Thurston County, 2007-2011
Personal Interests:
The Olympia environs is a fabulous community; currently Jackie and her
family follow the seasons with a busy agenda of kid’s activities, reading,
gardening and dreaming about travels to come. |
