Elder Law Washington

Justine grew up in the small farming town of Woodland, California. She stayed in the area for college, graduating from the University of California, Davis with a B.A. in Anthropology in 2013. In addition to scholarships and grants, Justine funded her undergraduate education with her job as a student bus driver. After graduating, Justine attended the University of Kansas School of Law on a full-tuition scholarship. While in law school, Justine excelled academically – earning election into the Order of the Coif, the 2016-2017 Robert E. Edmunds Prize in Corporation and Securities Law, the CALI Award in Secured Transactions for Spring 2017, and the CALI Award in Trusts and Estates for Spring 2017. Justine also participated in the 2017 Transactional LawMeet, in which her team won the Midwest Regionals, advanced to the National Finals, and won the National Best Draft Award. She also served as a Publications Editor for the Kansas Journal of Law & Public Policy and as a research assistant for J.B. Smith Distinguished Professor of Constitutional Law, Richard E. Levy. In addition to her academic pursuits, Justine worked as a judicial extern for the Honorable James. P. O’Hara, United States District Court, District of Kansas, and as an elder law intern with Kansas Legal Services. She also worked as a summer law clerk for Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. and a general practice law firm in Lawrence, Kansas. Justine moved to the Tri-Cities shortly after law school graduation, joining her husband who works for the railroad. She joined Leavy Schultz Davis, P.S. in the fall of 2017 as a litigation associate after successfully passing the Washington State Bar Exam.

Born and raised in the suburbs of New York City, Gregory Haroutunian spent six years practicing in the Northeast, focusing on surety bond law and construction defect cases as well as products liability and medical device law. Gregory Haroutunian has spent his career developing a wide range of experience in civil litigation. Before attending law school, Gregory first spent two years as a paralegal, learning the ins and outs of general civil litigation and elder law. Gregory attended the Georgetown University Law Center where he graduated cum laude. While at Georgetown Gregory held a year-long judicial internship under Chief Administrative Law Judge Ronnie A. Yoder of the United States Department of Transportation and served as a legal intern at the National Whistleblowers’ Center and the firm Kohn, Kohn, & Colapinto where he had his first experiences in Qui Tam and fraud cases. After Gregory moved to California in 2019, he first gained experience practicing general civil litigation, including cases ranging from construction defects to personal injury to landlord/tenant. At Emery | Reddy, Gregory has returned to his first passion in his law practice, working on False Claims Act and Class Action matters. He brings his diverse experience in other fields into this practice and merges them with his tireless drive to help people and advance the interests of his clients.

Washington estate planning attorney Matthew M. Luedke has become a trusted advocate for families seeking clarity, protection, and long-term security. Serving clients across the state as the managing attorney of Elevated Estate Planning, P.S., Matthew leads a respected, client-centered practice dedicated to helping individuals preserve what matters most: their assets, autonomy, and their loved ones' futures. For over a decade, Matthew has dedicated his career to guiding families through some of life's most significant legal decisions. His practice spans the full spectrum of estate planning and elder law, including wills and trusts, powers of attorney, estate tax planning, Medicaid and long-term care strategies, elder law matters, and probate and estate administration. His work reflects a deep commitment to ensuring that every client receives a plan tailored to their unique goals and challenges. Matthew's legal journey is defined by his focus on protection, preparation, and peace of mind. He has helped countless families navigate complex issues, including rising long-term care costs, incapacity planning, wealth transfer strategies, and the intricate requirements of probate. Whether addressing elder law concerns or crafting comprehensive estate plans, he approaches each case with precision, empathy, and an unwavering dedication to doing what is right for his clients. Matthew earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Idaho College of Law and is a member of the Washington State Bar Association. He is additionally recognized as a Washington Super Lawyer, a distinction that reflects his professionalism, client focus, and excellence in the field of estate planning and elder law. Today, Matthew remains a respected presence in the legal community and a trusted resource for families seeking peace of mind in uncertain times. His dedication to thoughtful planning, client education, and personalized service continues to shape the strong reputation of Elevated Estate Planning, P.S.