Duncan Butcher
Duncan Butcher
Duncan Butcher is a highly experienced transactions attorney who has made a name for himself by guiding businesses of all sizes through every stage of their life cycle. With a degree in Economics and Political Science from the University of Washington, a JD from Seattle University School of Law, and additional studies in corporate law and foreign legal systems under his belt, he has worked as an attorney in firms like BW Law, Ltd. and Miller Nash LLP, where he currently works as a partner.
Butcher's customers come from various industries such as retail, technology, consumer products, energy, real estate, and food and beverage, and he regularly advises them on matters such as entity formation, governance, M&A, incentive compensation, investor funding, and general corporate activities. He always strives to provide practical and effective counsel to his clients, taking an efficient and systematic approach to transactions. Butcher's specialties include commercial transactions, private placement offerings, and corporate governance. He is also adept at negotiating essential terms, managing a transactional team, and responding to diligence requests.
Aside from his professional practice, Butcher is also actively involved in many local organizations, such as The Indus Entrepreneurs, Entrepreneurs' Organization, and the Seattle Aquarium. He also serves on the Washington State Bar Association's Securities Committee and engages with the community in various ways. When not practicing law, he enjoys skiing and mountain biking, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering.