John Coughlan

Founding Attorney

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.

John lives in Woodinville, Washington with his wife and two sons. He is an avid golfer, college football fan, and homebrewer. He will happily share a sample of whatever he has on tap in his kegerator in exchange for your honest feedback.

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; Mergers & Acquisitions Law, 2024-2026

Thomson Reuters, "Washington Rising Star," Business/Corporate, 2023-2025

Professional Activities

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

King County Bar Association, Business Section, 2016-Present

John Coughlan
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Yuri supports attorneys and clients across a wide range of corporate and transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, entity formation and maintenance, corporate governance, securities filings, financing transactions, and closing coordination. She brings substantial experience assisting with complex deal processes, corporate records, and ongoing business entity needs.

Yuri lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband, two daughters, and two dogs. Outside of work, she enjoys playing the piano.

Yuri Poudayel

Paralegal

Credentials

Education

Environmental Ethics and Policy, University of Portland (B.A.)

Professional Highlights

Professional Activities

Oregon Paralegal Association

  • Secretary, 2021-2025

  • Treasurer, 2025-Present