Kurilova Lana Rich

Kurilova Lana Rich brings over 15 years of experience in Washington state property tax law, specializing in assessment appeals and valuation disputes. Her firm has successfully reduced property taxes for hundreds of homeowners and commercial property owners throughout King County, saving clients an average of 20-30% on their annual tax bills. The practice focuses exclusively on property tax matters, allowing for deep expertise in Washington's complex assessment system. Lana's background includes work with county assessors' offices, giving her unique insight into how properties are valued and where opportunities exist for reductions. She handles both residential and commercial appeals, from single-family homes to large retail complexes.

Property tax assessment appeals form the core of the practice, with comprehensive review of county assessments for accuracy and market compliance. The firm provides detailed valuation analysis comparing your property to similar sales and market conditions, identifying discrepancies that support appeal cases. Commercial property tax consulting includes specialized analysis for office buildings, retail centers, industrial properties, and multi-family complexes. Residential tax protest services cover single-family homes, condominiums, and townhomes, with particular expertise in properties affected by market downturns or unique circumstances. The firm offers assessment review consultations to evaluate whether an appeal is worthwhile, providing honest assessments of success probability. Property valuation disputes are handled through formal appeals processes, including Board of Equalization hearings when necessary. Additional services include ongoing monitoring of property assessments and proactive identification of appeal opportunities.

Initial consultation involves reviewing your property assessment, recent sales data, and property characteristics to determine appeal viability. If an appeal is recommended, the firm gathers supporting documentation including comparable sales, property condition reports, and market analysis. Evidence packages are prepared and submitted to the appropriate appeal board within required deadlines. Throughout the appeal process, clients receive regular updates on case progress and strategy adjustments. The firm represents clients at hearings when necessary, presenting evidence and arguments to appeal boards. Most cases are resolved without formal hearings through negotiated settlements with county assessors.

Primary service area covers Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, and surrounding King County communities. The firm also handles select cases in Snohomish County for existing clients or complex commercial properties. Travel within the greater Seattle metropolitan area is standard, with video consultations available for initial case reviews.