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Dainen N. Penta

Senior Attorney

Practice Area

Admitted to Practice

Washington State Courts | United States District Court for the Western District of Washington | United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington | United States Tax Court

Professional Experience

Dainen joined Navigate Law Group in 2023 and brings over twenty (20) years of transactional and litigation experience to the firm. He grew up in Longview, Washington and has lived and worked in Portland, Seattle, Spokane, and Yakima, returning to the Portland/Vancouver area in 2022 to be close to family. Dainen’s career includes representing hundreds of debtors and creditors in bankruptcy, collections, foreclosure, and related matters in state and federal courts. For nearly a decade, his work focused on resolution of contentious community disputes as general counsel to thousands of condominium and homeowner associations of all sizes and types throughout Washington State. Dainen also has experience with general real estate, probate and trust, and tax matters. In addition to receiving a Master of Laws from the University of Washington School of Law in Taxation, Dainen is admitted to practice before the U.S. Tax Court.

Dainen’s professional expertise includes solving complex legal and social dilemmas representing low-income clients, veterans, and vulnerable elderly clients in landlord-tenant, consumer, and foreclosure prevention cases. He was a staff attorney in the Yakima and Vancouver offices of Washington’s largest publicly-funded legal aid program, and was the executive director of an Eastern Washington legal aid nonprofit. Dainen has a robust pro bono practice and partners with legal aid and community organizations to help close the “justice gap” for those who cannot afford an attorney.

Professional and Community Involvement

Volunteer at Navigate Virtual Clinic (2023-present)
Member, CLE Committee, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), (Feb. 2021-present)
Board of Directors, OUTReach Foundation (2019-2022)
Board of Directors, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA), (2014-2018)
President, Asian Bar Association of Washington (ABAW) (2016)
Board of Directors, Asian Bar Association of Washington (ABAW) (2014-2016)
Chair, Self-Insurers & Risk Managers Committee, American Bar Association, Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) (2016-2017)
Fellow, Leadership Academy, American Bar Association, Tort Trial & Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) (2012-2013)
Vice-Director, Diversity Team, American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division (2011-2012)
President, Washington State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (WYLD) (2011-2012)
Board of Trustees, Washington State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (WYLD) (2009-2013)
President, QLaw Association of Washington (2008-2009)
Fellow, Washington State Bar Institute Leadership Institute (2007)
Board of Directors, QLaw Association of Washington (2005-2010)

Education

Master of Laws in Taxation, University of Washington School of Law (2002)
Juris Doctor with Certificate in Federal Tax Law, Lewis & Clark Law School (2001)
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies and French (departmental honors in French), Whitworth University (1997)

Awards & Recognition

Dainen N. Penta

Rated by Super Lawyers

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Client Testimonials

I have worked with Dainen for about 9 months now on my case and he has helped me with all aspects of my case when my original attorney failed to return calls or do what he actually stated he would do. Dainen made this difficult time in my life much easier and is still helping me today with my case. I appreciate all the help he has provided to me. I also appreciate the quickness he provides with return calls/emails.

– DOUG

He was kind and compassionate during a very difficult period in my life. He kept me informed at all stages of my case and was open to suggestions and answered all my questions with clear direct answers. I felt he was my advocate and guide. I have given his name to friends who have needed legal advice and will do so in the future.

– ANONYMOUS CLIENT

As first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home without a buyer’s agent seemed overwhelming at first, but working with Dainen Penta made the entire process straightforward and reassuring. He served as a trusted advisor from start to finish, providing clear explanations, practical guidance, and prompt answers whenever questions came up. He consistently went above and beyond to make sure we felt informed, comfortable, and supported every step of the way. His deep knowledge of real estate law and proactive communication helped us feel confident throughout the transaction. We are incredibly grateful for his support and would confidently recommend Dainen to anyone looking for an experienced, dependable, and client-focused real estate attorney.

– Nahid M.

We had a great experience working with Dainen Penta during our home purchase. Since we didn’t use a buyer’s agent, he provided extra guidance throughout the process, helping us navigate the transaction with confidence. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and patient, making the experience much less stressful for us as first-time homebuyers. We would gladly recommend him to anyone looking for a real estate attorney.

– Nathan P.