Joe M. Wallin

As an attorney at Carney Badley Spellman, P.S., based in Seattle, Washington, Joe M. Wallin provides legal counsel to startups, emerging companies and established businesses across a wide range of corporate matters. His practice focuses on business counseling, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic transactions, with a strong emphasis on helping early-stage companies handle complex legal and financial decisions.

Mr. Wallin is widely recognized for his work with startups and entrepreneurs, advising on company formation, founder structuring and equity compensation matters. He regularly represents clients in angel and venture financings, offering guidance to founders, executives and investors throughout the lifecycle of a business. His practice also includes negotiating and structuring strategic business transactions designed to support long-term growth and stability.

In addition to his client work, Mr. Wallin has played a notable role in shaping public policy. He drafted the initial version of Washington’s equity crowdfunding law, testified in support of the legislation and later assisted with amendments after its passage. His efforts have contributed to expanding access to capital for startups and small businesses in the state.

Mr. Wallin earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington in 1990. He went on to receive his Juris Doctor from the Seattle University School of Law in 1994, followed by a Master of Laws degree from New York University in 1996. He is admitted to practice law in Washington.

An active member of the legal and business community, Mr. Wallin belongs to the Washington State Bar Association and serves on the Angel Capital Association’s Public Policy Advisory Council, where he continues to advocate for policies that facilitate capital formation.