Seattle, Washington — July 15, 2026
Nilson Law has opened a new office in Seattle, Washington, establishing the firm’s first West Coast presence and expanding its ability to serve international companies doing business throughout the United States. The office marks the next stage of growth for a firm that has advised international businesses for nearly four decades.
A West Coast Base for International Business Law
The Seattle office is led by Charlotte Vaudoit, an Associate Attorney at Nilson Law. Charlotte advises international companies — particularly French-speaking businesses — on U.S. corporate law, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, employment law, and the legal needs of U.S. subsidiaries.
With offices on both the East and West Coasts, Nilson Law is now better positioned to provide timely, practical legal counsel to clients across the United States. Seattle’s dynamic economy and strong international business community make it an ideal location for the firm’s continued growth.
Why Seattle
Seattle is home to one of the most internationally connected business communities in the United States, with a concentration of global technology, trade, and manufacturing companies. For international firms entering or expanding within the U.S. market, a local legal presence on the West Coast shortens response times and brings counsel closer to clients’ operations. The new office is located at 4311 11th Avenue NE, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98105.
“Many of our clients have operations, customers, or growth plans that extend well beyond the East Coast. Opening our Seattle office reflects our commitment to serving clients wherever they do business in the United States. Nilson Law and its predecessor firm have proudly served international businesses for nearly four decades, and we look forward to continuing that tradition from both coasts.”
— Deborah A. Nilson, Founder and Managing Partner, Nilson Law
“I am excited to lead our Seattle office and to help international companies navigate the legal challenges of doing business in the United States. Establishing a West Coast presence enables us to better serve both existing clients and companies looking to expand into the U.S. market.”
— Charlotte Vaudoit, Associate Attorney, Nilson Law
About Nilson Law
Founded in 2006, Nilson Law is a U.S. business law firm dedicated to representing international companies doing business in the United States. Building on nearly four decades of experience through Nilson Law and its predecessor firm, the firm’s multilingual attorneys advise clients on U.S. corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, employment matters, intellectual property, and corporate governance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nilson Law’s new office located?
Nilson Law’s new office is located at 4311 11th Avenue NE, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98105. It is the firm’s first office on the West Coast, joining its existing East Coast presence.
Who leads the Nilson Law Seattle office?
The Seattle office is led by Charlotte Vaudoit, an Associate Attorney who advises international and French-speaking companies on U.S. corporate law, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and employment law.
What services does Nilson Law provide to international companies?
Nilson Law advises on U.S. corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, employment law, intellectual property, corporate governance, and the legal needs of U.S. subsidiaries.
Does Nilson Law work with French-speaking businesses?
Yes. Nilson Law’s multilingual attorneys advise French-speaking and other international companies expanding into or operating within the United States.
