Seattle is a city of specialists. Between the tech corridor in South Lake Union, the hospitals on First Hill, the small-business blocks of Ballard and West Seattle, and the university neighborhoods around Ravenna and Wallingford, there is no shortage of professionals offering their services. The hard part is knowing which lawyer, dentist, CPA or agency is actually worth your time. This guide pulls together the Seattle, WA providers listed on Top Service Providers, grouped by profession, with notes on how to check credentials yourself before you commit.
How we vet Seattle providers
Every listing on this page was reviewed before it went live. We confirm the business is active, that the practitioner holds the license their profession requires in Washington State, and that public reviews and disciplinary records do not raise red flags. Vetting is not an endorsement of any single outcome, but it does mean you are starting from a shortlist rather than a search-engine lottery. You can browse the full set on our Seattle directory page.
Lawyers in Seattle
Washington attorneys are licensed by the Washington State Bar Association, and the WSBA’s public lawyer directory shows license status, admission date and any public discipline. Seattle firms range from large downtown practices to focused boutiques, and for most personal matters a boutique that handles your issue every week is the better fit.
- Budge & Heipt – a Seattle trial firm known for civil-rights and serious personal-injury litigation.
- Gustad Law Group – personal-injury and accident representation for clients across the Puget Sound area.
- Ravenna Estate Law – wills, trusts, probate and estate planning from a neighborhood practice in North Seattle.
If your matter is criminal, start with our guide to criminal defense lawyers in Seattle. Before any consultation, read what to ask before you hire a lawyer, and browse all vetted lawyers in the directory.
Doctors, dentists and therapists in Seattle
Washington’s Department of Health runs a free Provider Credential Search covering physicians, dentists, orthodontists and physical therapists. Check it before booking, especially for providers you found through an ad. Seattle has strong dental and rehabilitation options outside the big hospital systems, and smaller practices often have shorter waits.
- Wallingford Family Dentistry – general and family dentistry serving the Wallingford and Green Lake neighborhoods.
- Avenue Orthodontics – braces and clear-aligner treatment for children, teens and adults.
- Alpine Physical Therapy – outpatient physical therapy for sports injuries, post-surgical recovery and chronic pain.
Looking for a GP? See primary care doctors in Seattle. For dental decisions, our guide to choosing the right dentist covers the questions worth asking. The full list of vetted doctors is also available.
Accountants and CPAs in Seattle
Washington has no state income tax, but Seattle businesses still deal with B&O tax, the state’s unusual gross-receipts system, plus payroll and federal filings. A local CPA who knows the Department of Revenue’s rules can save you more than their fee. CPA licenses are verified through the Washington State Board of Accountancy.
- Pacific Tax West Seattle – tax preparation and planning for individuals and small businesses in West Seattle.
- Alan K. Williamson CPA – CPA services including tax, bookkeeping and business advisory.
Not sure whether you need a CPA yet? Read questions to ask before hiring a CPA, or browse all accountants and CPAs.
IT professionals in Seattle
In a city built on software, finding IT support that will take on a 20-person company is harder than it sounds. Managed-service providers that specialize in small business are the ones to look for.
- Dynamic Computing – managed IT services, cybersecurity and cloud support for Seattle small and mid-sized businesses.
See every listed IT professional in the directory.
Marketing agencies in Seattle
Seattle agencies range from brand shops that work with the region’s largest companies to performance-marketing teams built for local businesses. Ask any agency for case studies in your industry and for the names of the people who will actually work on your account.
- Copacino+Fujikado – full-service creative and brand agency based in downtown Seattle.
- Odd Dog Media – digital marketing, SEO and paid media for small and growing businesses.
Compare them with other vetted marketing experts.
How to verify a Seattle professional yourself
Three free lookups cover almost every provider on this page: the WSBA lawyer directory for attorneys, the Department of Health Provider Credential Search for medical and dental licenses, and the Board of Accountancy license search for CPAs. Our step-by-step guide to verifying professional credentials walks through each one. If a provider’s name does not appear, ask them why before you pay anything.
Are you a Seattle professional?
If your practice serves Seattle and you are not listed yet, you can add your listing and go through the same vetting process. If you see your business above, you can claim the profile to update your details and respond to reviews.
