About John Coughlan

John is a seasoned business attorney and counselor to his clients. Based in the Seattle area, John provides practical, actionable legal advice on a range of business law matters. Prior to founding Coughlan Business Law, PLLC, John was a partner at a large Seattle-area law firm, where his practice was devoted to advising businesses of all sizes—from early stage startups to large privately held and publicly traded businesses. He has counseled clients on a range of transactions, from initial formation matters to nine figure investment and M&A transactions.

Credentials

Education

University of Washington School of Law (J.D.)

Entrepreneurial Law Clinic
Law, Business & Entrepreneurship Certificate; Sub-Concentration in Corporate Counsel

University of Washington (B.A.)

Admissions

Washington

Professional Highlights

Recognition & Accomplishments

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Corporate Law, 2024-2025

Thomson Reuters, "Washington Rising Star," Business/Corporate, 2023-2024

Professional Activities

University of Washington School of Law Entrepreneurial Law Clinic, Supervising Attorney, 2017-2023

King County Bar Association, Business Section, 2016-Present