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Kirsten Hytopoulos was admitted to the Washington State Bar in 1997. Her interest in an alternative to the traditional winner-take-all approach to the practice of law began in law school where, as Student Bar Association president, she worked with the administration to reduce the high pressure, adversarial nature of the academic environment.. After working as a criminal prosecutor and a college instructor, Kirsten took time off from the law to focus on raising her three children and to work on local political issues, ultimately serving four years on the Bainbridge Island City Council, including one year as Mayor. Following her own amicable divorce, Kirsten returned to the practice of law, choosing to focus on Collaborative Divorce and mediation with the goal of supporting others through difficult life changing transitions.. Kirsten is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP), King County Collaborative Law, member and former board member of Collaborative Professionals of Washington, and a Certified Mediator with the Washington Mediation Association. She is also a volunteer mediator at the Dispute Resolution Center of Kitsap County and is currently serving in her third term as a City Council Person.

A proud Washington State native, Charlie Shane grew up in the Issaquah/Sammamish area and now resides in Kingston with his wife and three sons. Deeply rooted in the Puget Sound region, Charlie enjoys spending time with family at Mariners games, exploring local restaurants, and catching movies at the Kingston Firehouse Theater. The Kitsap Peninsula holds a special place in his heart, with family and friends spread throughout the area.. Charlie is passionate about serving clients across the Puget Sound. His law office, located on Bainbridge Island, offers convenient access to both King and Kitsap County courts. His home base in Kingston also provides a strategic launch point for cases in Snohomish and Jefferson Counties, and he has successfully handled trials in Pierce County as well. With over two decades of legal experience, Charlie is well-versed in the rules and procedures of courts throughout the region.. Charlie’s practice is grounded in empathy and advocacy. He treats his clients with the same care and respect he would offer to close friends or family members facing similar challenges. Whether navigating a contested divorce or guiding clients through an agreed separation, Charlie understands the emotional toll these situations can take and works diligently to keep his clients grounded and informed.. If you're seeking a trusted local firm with broad reach across the Puget Sound, Charlie Shane PLLC is ready to help.