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Whether we are involved in a relatively peaceful, collaborative law matter or a hotly litigated domestic violence case, I work closely with my clients to achieve the very best results for them and their families.

Troy was born and raised in Seattle. He has a large extended family living throughout the Puget Sound region and Washington state.. Mr. Courage graduated from Seattle University cum laude, majoring in liberal studies, and earing two minors, psychology, and French. Mr. Courage studied in Grenoble, France, in an immersive French program during his senior year at Seattle University.. After working for several years in the field of sales, Mr. Courage attended law school. After graduating from law school Mr. Courage volunteered with the King County Bar Association’s Family Law Mentorship program. The family law mentorship program is where Mr. Courage discovered the difference he could make in improving people’s lives by practicing family law.. Since becoming a lawyer, Mr. Courage has helped many clients in all areas of family law. Mr. Courage has experience with complex divisions of property involving multiple properties throughout Washington state. Mr. Courage has extensive experience working with Real Estate Professionals, Real Estate Appraisers, Certified Professional Accountants, Certified Divorce Financial Analysts, Psychologists, and Social Workers to achieve fair and equitable outcomes for his clients.

Sue's reputation as an intrepid, successful, tenatious family law attorney is proven by a practice consisting of referrals from clients, other attorneys, and -- most tellingly -- from former opponents.. She has been a staunch advocate for her Seattle and Eastside clients for more than 30 years.. Sue was a trial lawyer in Texas for 13 years, and has extensive experience handling jury trials in both commercial and family law litigation matters. While practicing in Texas, Sue received a specialization in family law from the state of Texas Board of Legal Certification. Sue also taught family law and marital property law as an adjunct professor of law at Baylor University.. Sue has actively participated in pro bono work in the community, primarily for Northwest Justice Project. She served on the Board of Directors of Residence XII in Seattle, Washington. Sue also has served on numerous community and professional boards servicing social, family, and youth groups in the states of Washington and Texas.

Selected as one of “The Top 50 Women” attorneys in Washington and a "Best Lawyer". Rated A/V Preeminent by Martindale Hubbel.. Lisa provides the highest level of legal services to clients in complex divorce and custody cases.  Her clients include:. She is a tough advocate who works to protect the best interest of her clients and their children. Her practice emphasizes resolving contested financial issues and child custody issues.. Lisa is the current president of the Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, has been selected annually as a Super Lawyer in Family Law and has been selected as one of “The Top 50 Women” attorneys in Washington. She has an AV rating and has been selected as one of the “Best Lawyers in America”.

Prior to pursuing law, John had a thriving career as a software engineer. He made significant contributions to the field, particularly in machine learning in healthcare, for which he holds a U.S. Patent.. Wishing to transition from the impersonal realm of software creation to a more personal field, while preserving his passion for problem-solving, John made the decision to attend law school. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Akron in Ohio.. Having personally navigated divorce as a parent, John intimately understands the emotional toll it can inflict. The experience fueled his passion for helping people through the process.. “I’m committed to assisting others in having a more positive and supportive experience during this difficult phase of life.”. John's personable nature makes him an excellent communicator. He excels in presenting complex issues in a clear, digestible manner, ensuring clients have a thorough understanding of their cases.. By virtue of his diverse technical background, John is adept in valuing and distributing intricate assets. Raised in an Air Force family and having completed AFROTC, he has significant familiarity with military family law matters. He is also versed in regulated industries, particularly aviation, healthcare, and software.. In his spare time, John teaches sailing at the Center for Wooden Boats and snowboarding at Alpental.

Lisa Gilmore spent years volunteering with the King County Bar Association Domestic Violence Clinic and is now working with the Greenwood Family Law Clinice.  She also volunteers at FareStart, Habitat for Humanity and other organizations through Helsell Fetterman's Diversity Committee.. Lisa has presented at Continuing Legal Education seminars on the topics of the Indian Child Welfare Act the State Domestic Partnership Registry, Domestic Partnership Agreements and discovery of children’s records.. For her continued work with the King County Bar Association’s Domestic Violence Family Law Clinic, Lisa has received recognition. She received a Special Recognition Award from the Greater Seattle Business Association for Collaboration for Social Change and received a Cynthia Gillespie Award from the Northwest Women’s Law Center for her work with the Marriage Equality Team.. Lisa enjoys playing soccer, jogging, hiking and skiing.

Linda is a founder of Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson and has been in private divorce practice since 1976.  Linda is listed in the Best Lawyers of America for Family Law, as one of the Top 50 Women Attorneys in Washington, is a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers serving as the current President of the Washington Chapter of the AAML, and has held the highest Martindale Hubbell rating of AV Preeminent for legal skills and ethics since 1997.  She has been annually selected as a “Super Lawyer” by Washington Law and Politics Magazine since 1999.  As a first rate attorney with an outstanding track record, she is a powerful advocate for her clients and their families.. Linda’s clients include:  Business owners, corporate executives, professionals in the fields of medicine, finance, accounting, music and sports, and spouses of business owners, executives and professionals.  Her practice emphasizes divorces and separations with complex asset valuations, tracing of separate property and characterization of assets, with attention to minimizing tax consequences in order to maximize her client’s interests.  Uniquely positioned in a firm with in-house expertise in tax and business, trusts and estates, employment, and real estate, Linda is a divorce attorney with an astute business sense.

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.

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 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 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.

Gordon W. Wilcox is a seasoned family law and divorce attorney from Seattle, WA. With more than 35 years of legal experience behind him, Gordon is confident in his ability to provide the exceptional legal guidance and advocacy that his clients need, when they need it the most. Over the years, Gordon has honed his legal skills to focus on complex divorce cases and litigation. He said, “I chose family law because I am more interested in helping individuals than corporations. And I found I could help people in family law.” At the start of every case, Gordon analyzes all relevant facts and information related the case, so he can have a clear understanding of the client's needs and expectations. With these specific goals in mind, he creates an individualized strategy to reach them. Gordon's practice areas include high net worth divorces, relocation, child custody, divorce, and more.

Erin Blower is a dedicated family law attorney who helps clients navigate divorce, custody disputes, and other family law matters with compassion and clarity. She is passionate about guiding people through some of life’s most difficult transitions and believes that family law is, above all, a helping profession.. Erin understands how overwhelming a divorce or custody case can be—emotionally, financially, and personally. She takes the time to listen, explain options clearly, and support her clients every step of the way. Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, Erin works to achieve solutions that provide stability, peace of mind, and a path forward.. With extensive experience handling domestic violence cases, Erin is also a trusted advocate for survivors. She collaborates closely with community organizations and court advocates and serves as secretary of the DOVE Project, a nonprofit focused on domestic violence prevention and education.. Originally from Minnesota, Erin now lives on Vashon Island with her family. Outside of her legal practice, she enjoys cheering on her children’s sports teams and exploring the island’s scenic hiking trails.

Desirée L. Good is a Seattle-area family law attorney.  Her practice is focused on family law matters, including divorce, child custody, parenting matters, child support, legal separation and more. Compassionate and empathetic, she has a genuine concern for her clients, especially when they are going through the stressful and complex process of divorce and separation. Prioritizing her clients’ well-being and interests, she is a zealous advocate in the courtroom and out.. Passionate about helping those who need it the most in her community, Desirée frequently volunteers with Eastside Legal Assistance Program, assisting low-income King County residents with family law issues.. An avid reader, she serves as a board member at the King County Library System Foundation, an association that encourages literacy, libraries and learning. Desirée is also a member of the Freedom to Read Foundation, a nonprofit legal and educational organizations affiliated with the American Library Association, aimed at protecting and promoting freedom of the press and access to information.

Clients facing family law litigation are living through one of the most  stressful periods of their lives. As an attorney and advocate, it is my role to reduce significant legal stress in their lives by actively listening to their desired goals and then implementing those goals into a strong, well prepared and effective case strategy.

Brent Bohan is a family law and divorce attorney with high energy and a powerful drive to obtain the best possible outcomes for his clients.. While running a private practice, Brent discovered his talent for family law. He loves helping people solve problems, and family law provided a challenging and rewarding way to do so. Brent now focuses his practice on family law and divorce, including high asset divorce and LGBT family law.. Known for being a tough litigator, Brent combines a talent in the courtroom with his ability to develop productive and friendly relationships with the opposing counsel in a high stakes environment. Brent places a strong client-attorney relationship at the cornerstone of his practice. Due to the turbulent nature of many family law cases, Brent works to ensure his clients to feel secure and confident in the representation he provides.

Ask those in the know to name the finest family law attorneys in the state and one thing is certain: Janet George will appear on every list. It’s been that way for more than four decades—and counting.. With typical modesty, this gifted lawyer who one prominent Seattle attorney calls “the most empathetic person I know,” shrugs off the public accolades, including a 19-year, pace-setting appearance on the pages of Best Lawyers in America.. "My success in the practice stems in large part from my intuitive ability to accept people just as they are,” notes the psychiatric nurse-turned-lawyer. “I meet interesting, accomplished individuals in a state of crisis—people with a lot on the line who can be difficult, angry, and upset.". "With my background as a therapist, I’m able to help them work through their anger and begin to build a foundation for moving on with their lives. I don’t consider divorce a failure. It’s not right or wrong; there are no absolutes. But there is always hope for a better tomorrow.". While she dedicates her days to marital dissolutions for high-net-worth clients, Janet’s after-hours avocations reflect her eclectic interests and love of life: pilot, avid golfer, ski enthusiast, and lifelong equestrian who, as a part owner of four racehorses, delights in her days at Emerald Downs.. Of counsel with McKinley Irvin, Janet continues to take on a select number of high-profile cases (“The more challenging, the better!”) and routinely shares her considerable expertise and experience with younger attorneys.. "I could have retired years ago,” she quips. “But I treasure the opportunity to give back to this great profession. It’s been exceedingly good to me."

After serving the community as a volunteer attorney for the Veterans Advocacy Project and a District Attorney, then practicing civil litigation and family law, I realized the challenges and uncertainty facing many individuals when they are forced to look for an attorney. While I was working in multiple different law firm settings I realized how often clients must feel like a number instead of a person.. This is what makes Litzinger Law different from the rest. My goal is to truly listen to you and make you feel heard. I want you to know you have a partner to assist you through whatever has caused you to need an attorney.. The law is vast, and there are no clearly defined right or wrong answers. That is why you need an experience attorney to help you. And I assure you, I can and will help you!

After a career as a therapist, I decided that I could be more effective at helping people overcome the difficulties in their lives as a lawyer. I now enjoy working to help families and children through the difficult transitions that are associated with divorce.