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Licensed for over 20 years, attorney Renee Lee has done “a little bit of everything” in general legal practice before concentrating on Family Law over a decade ago. That diverse experience allows her to be more effective when business, real estate or land use issues arise in a family law matter.. Renee is adept at finding creative solutions that avoid litigation and its stresses on a family but is a vigorous advocate for her clients when the only avenue for resolution is in the courtroom.. "I am honored to be a voice for those who need one. I help level the playing field when my client feels overpowered or unsure in a relationship.". Renee earned her master’s degree and J.D. at the University of Washington. Originally from New York, Renee now considers herself a Washingtonian. She enjoys theater, spending time with her family, and running with her rescue dog, Cora.

Laura Sell is the Law Practice Managing Partner at McKinley Irvin. Laura leads the firm's attorneys in practice development, training and mentoring, as well as consulting on cases and ensuring the firm's high standards of quality. Laura recently co-authored the “Spousal Maintenance” chapter of the LexisNexis Washington Family Law Practice Guide, offering strategies to help practitioners identify and address legal and procedural issues. Laura also assists parties in resolving family law disputes by serving as a mediator. With extensive experience as a family law attorney and civil litigator, Laura is particularly skilled in mediating cases involving complex legal and financial issues.

Kathryn focuses her practice exclusively on family law. She handles dissolution, support, domestic violence, contempt, and custody disputes in King County. She begins strategizing a case at the initial client meeting, with the goal of an early settlement, but she is an experienced litigator who will personally see your case through to trial if need be.. Who I Am. I am a divorce attorney but I am also a bonus mom to two amazing kids. We live with 2.5 fabulous dogs (two dogs are full-time and we share custody of a little chihuahua named Leyla). I am, as they say, “talking the talk and walking the walk” of blended family life.. I am a life-long fan of the game show “Jeopardy!” and have fond childhood memories of tuning in after dinner each night with my whole family gathered around the TV. That is why it was a particular highlight of my career to serve as the show’s attorney when I worked for the ABC television network.. I also enjoyed my time working as a federal law clerk in the United States District Court. It was an honor to be on stage with my judge during a massive naturalization ceremony in San Diego, CA. My heart swelled with pride as the judge called out each represented country and hundreds of people stood to pledge their Oath of Allegiance. Like my grandparents, each of these people had realized their dream of becoming Americans. My career certainly did not take a linear path but the diversity of my experience has made me a better attorney, and better storyteller, than I otherwise may have been.. I am passionate about protecting children and have volunteered my time as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (“CASA”) in the King County Juvenile Dependency Court. I am also a proud supporter of New Beginnings, one of Seattle’s premier domestic violence survivor support organizations.. Why I Do This Work. I believe that nothing is more detrimental to a child’s development than family conflict so my goal is to create parenting plans that both reduce the opportunity for future conflict and the likelihood of future litigation. Family conflict may be born out of violence, addiction, mental health issues, or an emotionally-immature co-parent. The origin of the conflict matters because, left unaddressed, history will repeat itself over and over. A good parenting plan must be carefully tailored to address each family’s particular source of conflict.. My Background and Education. I was born and raised in Southern California. I have a huge extended family including more than 40 first cousins.. I earned my Bachelor of Science in neuroscience from UCLA and I apply what I learned in college to high-conflict cases where substance use disorders (addiction) and significant mental health diagnosis are often contributing factors.. Prior to narrowing my practice to family law, I practiced complex commercial litigation for several years, served on the Board of Directors for International Microcomputer Software, Inc., and worked in-house for the Walt Disney Company/ABC as Counsel, Legal Affairs. I am a former federal law clerk to the Honorable Louisa S. Porter (Ret.) in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California.. When I’m not working I unwind by cooking, getting outdoors, and learning new things.. Juliana Wong and I co-authored chapter 40, entitled “Insurance Issues in Family Law,” in the 2023 Washington State Family Law Handbook.

Justin Aanenson is the founding attorney of Truce Law, a family law firm in Seattle, Washington, that focuses on solutions, not sides, when it comes to family legal matters. As a trained collaborative lawyer and certified mediator, he's built a firm that helps clients avoid the financial and emotional toll of traditional litigation.. Key Qualifications and Experience:. - Founder of Truce Law: Established a firm dedicated to a collaborative, compromise-driven approach to family law, serving clients in King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston Counties.- Legal Focus: Family law and alternative dispute resolution, handling cases that include divorce, child support, custody, and prenuptial agreements.- Professional Training: Certified mediator and collaboratively trained attorney.. Education: Earned a Juris Doctor from Seattle University School of Law, where he was a Washington State Scholar, and holds a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing from the University of Washington.

Juliana U. Wong is the Managing Attorney at Dellino Family Law Group. I focus my practice on family law matters, to which I bring an enthusiastic and dedicated effort to an often highly contentious and painful legal arena. I handle a wide array of matters ranging from complex marital dissolutions and legal separations, parenting plans, relocation actions, high-conflict child custody and child support matters, cohabitation/prenuptial and community property status agreements, and post-dissolution issues, including child support and parenting plan modifications. As a skilled negotiator and litigator, I look to manage cases initially with the intent towards equitable settlement, but has dependable, confident and proven courtroom skills if a matter must be resolved by litigation.. My Approach. I have always held steadfast to the following quote: “Educators take something simple and make it complicated. Communicators take something complicated and make it simple.” Especially in one of the most trying times in a person’s life, communication is an essential foundation in my practice, allowing me to help my clients navigate through the divorce process, which can be overwhelming and emotionally draining. Building trust with my client is a bedrock to my cases and the only way to achieve this is through effective communication.. Background. Having litigated in both large and small firms for over twenty-years, I have garnered a set of skills which give me the knowledge to excel not only in the courtroom, but to negotiate settlements which are in the best interests of my client, and the family as whole. I have also acted as a private mediator for the last five years, allowing me to give back to my community and to assist with the legal talents afforded to me.. About Me. Although born in Germany, I have lived in the Seattle area nearly all my life. I currently live in the Eastside with my husband, Bill, and our son, Emerson. Two daughters have flown the nest and are doing well away at school. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, brunching, and outdoor activities. My other passions include enjoying a nice walk with my family and our dog, Milo, a friendly game of poker, and taking in a great play or show. I love independent films and the theatre.

Jessica’s keen intellect and ability to narrow volumes of information into the most salient points makes her a highly persuasive and effective attorney. Her dedication to the practice of family law comes from a passion to connect with the lives of people who need help and provide them with capable and considerate representation.

Jennifer Coombs is a seasoned Family Law Attorney at Envision Family Law, bringing over 25 years of experience in family law, juvenile dependency matters, and civil litigation. Known for her deep legal knowledge and strategic approach, Jennifer is particularly skilled in handling complex parenting plans and non-parental custody cases.. Before joining Envision Family Law, Jennifer built a strong reputation in civil litigation, managing family law and dependency matters. She served as a court-appointed guardian ad litem, representing both parents and children throughout the legal process—from the filing of dependency petitions by DSHS through family reunification, termination of parental rights, or other long-term outcomes. She also held a leadership role as a supervising attorney at a local family law firm, where she mentored fellow attorneys and contributed to firm-wide strategy before returning to her passion: direct client advocacy.. Jennifer is known for her compassionate and empathetic nature, qualities that make her an effective and approachable advocate for clients facing difficult family challenges. Her ability to think creatively and listen attentively helps her guide clients toward thoughtful, personalized solutions.. In the courtroom, Jennifer is confident and compelling. She presents clear, thorough legal arguments and ensures her clients are fully supported and informed. Her preparation, communication skills, and calm presence have earned her the respect of clients, colleagues, and judges alike.. Jennifer earned her Juris Doctor from Willamette University College of Law in 1996, where she also completed a certificate in Dispute Resolution. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science/Pre-Law from Washington State University.

Jen Hallack is the founder and managing attorney of Hallack Law, PLLC, with offices in Seattle, Washington. She exclusively practices in the area of family law, offering clients comprehensive, personalized legal counsel in a wide range of family law disputes. She is an aggressive advocate for her clients who will take the time to answer your questions and explain your options. She is an experienced practitioner of family law who will work hard to achieve the best resolution of your family law matter.. PracticeMs. Hallack practices exclusively in the area of family law. She has successfully represented clients in wide range of family law matters, including, but not limited to:. Dissolution/divorceChild custodySupport mattersCustody and support modificationsAdoptionsDecree and maintenance modificationsQDROsLegal separationsPre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Because she practices solely in the area family law, Ms. Hallack has the knowledge and ability to provide skilled, effective legal counsel to each of her clients. She works closely with her clients to understand every detail of their case and their goals for a successful dispute resolution. She takes the time to carefully answer questions and ensures that her clients thoroughly understand their rights and available options. She will keep you up to date with any important developments in your case, and is always available to answer any additional questions that may arise. She will provide the comprehensive, personalized legal guidance you need to successfully resolve your family law matter.

Jason Benjamin has spent the past 22 years of his legal career (since 1995) immersing himself in the intricacies of family law and particularly child custody cases.  He has personally handled more than 1000 cases where child custody is at issue.. He particularly welcomes families who have emergency custody, domestic violence or restraining order issues, as he can typically obtain appropriate orders within hours to protect you and the children.. From the beginning of his legal career, Jason has aggressively advocated on behalf of victims of domestic violence (even when domestic violence was not treated seriously by the courts).  He understands the complexities of domestic violence such as why victims often return to abusers or leave their children with abusers before they make the final decision to permanently leave the abuser.. Jason utilizes his years of experience in the trenches of hard fought child custody trials to competently advise parties on the best route to tackle complicated and intertwined issues of mental health (particularly cluster b personality disorders such as histrionic, borderline, narcissistic and anti-social) and chemical dependency (particularly abuse of alcohol, opiates, methamphetamines and benzodiazepines).. When it comes to the courtroom, Jason is extremely comfortable and puts his clients at ease.  There is no case too complex or too extreme for Jason to be willing to take it on.  He is known by his colleagues for his confidence and persuasive argumentative skills and his trial experience is nothing short of prodigious.  Many lawyers in the community are aware of his trial advocacy and often refer their clients to him for cases that are headed for trial.. Jason left Omak, Washington at 18 years of age and went off to the big city of Chicago where he attended Northwestern University.  After obtaining his BA in Philosophy, he came back to Washington State and graduated from Seattle University School of Law in 1995.  He and his wife have two daughters and enjoy various outdoor adventures.

James is a Principal with the Lasher Family Law Practice Group. His legal career spans more than two decades working in family law. Honed by his experiences, James’s strategy in each case is to focus on creative ways to resolve disputes rather than create them. James also appreciates that clients often have emergent needs that demand swift action, including court intervention. In each case, James’s goal is to help his clients deal with critical and often complex legal issues through patient, thoughtful, and professional guidance and representation focused on preserving their legal rights and interests.. Since becoming an attorney, James has focused his practice solely on family law. James is experienced in several areas of family law, including divorce cases involving high net worth, complex finances, jurisdictional issues, and enforcement. He also has extensive experience litigating in court and navigating the mediation/arbitration process. James understands that the decisions made in a case will affect a client’s personal and financial health for years to come and approaches each case with a long-term-outcome focus and strategy.

In 1980, Mark Olson began practicing family law in Seattle. Over thirty years of experience means wisdom and understanding. Mark has litigated complex, high-profile cases and quietly mediated cases; multimillion-dollar settlements to pro bono work. Mark has argued before the United States Supreme Court, Chaired the Family Law Section for the Washington State Trial Lawyers Association, is past president of the Northwest Children's Fund and served on the alumni board at The Lakeside School.

I was born and raised in Whatcom County, Washington, near the US/Canadian border.   I am a proud partner in Seattle Consumer Justice, P.S., a firm based in Seattle, but I spend a great deal of time in our Bellingham branch office.   We assist consumers and small businesses with bankruptcy, debt settlement, and debt-related consumer rights litigation.. I live in Bellingham, Washington with my wife and daughter.  When I'm not assisting clients, I enjoy fishing our local rivers and streams for salmon, trout and steelhead.

I want my clients to take the next step forward in a way that is best not only for them, but their families, too.

I see my job as a lawyer as helping people find solutions to their problems. This means spending time listening to my clients to find out what their goals, fears, and hopes are, and then working with them to try and find out how we can best achieve their objectives.. My practice is focused on working with clients who are seeking to resolve their issues outside of court. For me, Collaborative Law is a way to help people end their marriage in a reasonable and adult way that will allow them to look back on their divorce as a time of positive growth. Collaborative principles allow this to happen in a safe and respectful environment.. One benefit of resolving things outside of court is preservation of existing relationships. A therapist I know put it very well when she said that in a divorce, we end the relationship of husband/wife, but the relationships of mother/father/children continue. It is those relationships of father/mother/children that need to be protected to the extent possible even when the family is no longer going to be living together in a single home.. A second benefit is self-determination. A resolution that the parties create for themselves with professional assistance, and that they therefore truly believe in, will be far more durable, far more satisfying, and far more tailored to their specific concerns and circumstances than a resolution imposed by a court, or even a resolution negotiated between two attorneys.

I practice family law in King and Snohomish Counties, focusing on divorce, parenting/custody, child support, spousal support, and the division of assets, including complex and high net worth estates.  I have done significant work in the preparation and litigation of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), including their enforcement and amendment.  I have done significant work on issues involving business interests, taxes, and retirement accounts, and my colleagues have turned to me to confer about the same.. I've volunteered with the KCBA Local Family Law Legal Clinic since 2014 and have volunteered with KCBA to mentor young attorneys working on domestic violence cases.  I believe it's important as attorneys that we donate our time in an effort to extend community access to legal services.. When I'm not lawyering, I like to do all of the wonderful outdoor activities available to us in Washington, specifically skiing, backpacking, climbing, hiking, and kayaking.  I have a gardening habit that borders on a preoccupation.  Cooking rounds out the list.

I know that you and your family are seriously impacted by conflict created during your divorce.  Wherever possible, I help clients reach agreements in the least contentious, most cost effective, way.   Although I have litigation experience, as well as trial backing in my office, I  work  as cooperatively and amicably  as possible.   I am also trained in collaborative law and as a mediator.. I have been practicing law in Washington State since 1982. Since 1998, I have focused my practice on complex family law in Seattle and King County. Before then, I built a solid foundation of experience practicing commercial law with leading Seattle law this  combination of both family and commercial law experience, I have experience representing high net worth individuals in their family law matters.

I have a broad range of family law experience and focus my practice on complex divorce cases involving the protection and distribution of significant assets. In any situation, I never forget that the outcome of a case will have a lifelong impact on my clients and their family members. My clients trust that I will do everything I can to protect their immediate and long-term interests, to get the results they need to move forward with their lives.

I graduated with honors from Harvard Law School in 1981. I have been a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers since 1993 and I am a past President of the Washington Chapter.  I am the author of the “property division” chapters in the WSBA Family Law Deskbook (2d Ed.) and the 2nd Edition of the Family and Community Property Law volumes of the Washington Practice series. I have has been named one of the top 100 lawyers in Washington by Seattle Magazine and voted one of the top 10 “super lawyers” by Washington Law & Politics. I have been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 1995, and for 2010 and 2019 that publication selected me as Seattle-area Family Law "Lawyer of the Year."  I have made 70-plus presentations at education seminars for other divorce lawyers, on topics such as business valuation, divorce taxation and complex property divisions.

I frequently come into my clients' lives when they are at the end of their rope. The resiliency of the human spirit never ceases to impress me.. I see my role as first, helping clients first to determine their priorities clearly, second, developing a plan to achieve as many priorities as possible, and third, implementing the plan, with modifications as required as the case progresses.. Most cases, family or otherwise, settle. I can do that. But the most skilled negotiator always needs to have a "BATNA": a Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement.  For this reason, some cases go to trial. I can do that too.

I enjoy the practice of law.  I have more than 22 years of experience which allows me the opportunity to help people in a meaningful way to navigate through the legal system efficiently while providing a supporting hand through some of the most difficult times of their lives.  Although I grew up in Alaska, I love Seattle where I'm close to the water along with my family and friends. I look forward to assisting you through this important journey and obtaining the best outcome for your family while providing competent legal services.

I came to the family law arena reluctantly.  When I left law school 22 years ago, I swore I would never, ever, ever, ever do another dissolution.  Here, I am years later in a practice that deals with familys in every possible way.  In many ways, I am the only lawyer a person will have contact with in their lives.  I divorce them, do their pre-nuptial agreements, their annulments, their adoptions, their wills, thier probates.. At times it is a hard relationship.  I end up knowing more about people then anyone but then after lots of hard work together, I am satisfied in knowing I did the best I could to help them along to a new phase of life.. I feel it is important to take the long view.  Clients spend maybe a couple of years with their attorney but will be parents of the children forever.  It is important to handle matters in such a way as to protect the relationship so the children don't end up the real victims.

I bring enthusiasm, experience and compassion to my practice of family law. Because I recognize that I am entrusted with the most important aspects of one's life (children, assets, future plans, etc.) I advocate for each client based on their needs and their best interests and the best interests of their children. I am an aggressive advocate for my clients but also foster negotiation when it appears possible to reach an amicable settlement.

I am passionate about helping families reduce conflict and focus on their priorities.  I strive to help clients achieve sound parenting arrangements that meet their childen's needs and financial outcomes that provide longterm stability.

I am a dedicated lawyer who seeks to provide excellent legal services to my clients in a compassionate and thoughtful manner. I represent clients in complex litigation with challenging financial and parenting issues, but I also work on less contentious cases whereby the parties stay out of court and reach a settlement. In both situations, I aim to acheive workable resolutions in a cost-effective manner.  Whenever possible, I proceed amicably and cooperatively. In addition to being a lawyer, I am also a certified mediator.. Prior to becoming an attorney in 2006, I was a high school English teacher. I believe my teaching work gave me essential skills that I now use to effectively advocate for clients. I am a wife and mother of two children.  In my free time, I like to run, do yoga, and ski.

Hillary's practice focuses primarily on family law.  She has extensive experience dealing with dissolutions involving high value assets and complex child custody issues.  She is also skilled at navigating post-dissolution matters, including child support modifications, maintenance modifications, and parenting plan modifications.  Finally, she is well-versed in complex jurisdictional issues (both domestic and international) and business transactions as they relate to family law litigation.. From 2012 until 2018, Hillary worked as an associate attorney with S.L. Pitts, PC.  Hillary received a J.D. from Seattle University School of Law (graduating cum laude), and a B.A., with Honors, from Dartmouth College.