Top best Family Lawyers in ZIP 98177 | 1 available
1 Family lawyers are available in ZIP code 98177 in Seattle, Washington. Average rating of these lawyers is 5/5 and 65% provide free consultation with average fees of $347 per hour.
Family Lawyers Nearby Seattle 98177 (by distance)
Within 5 miles near you
(Seattle Area) 98133 1.2 miles
(Lake Forest Park Area) 98155 3.4 miles
(Seattle Area) 98125 3.7 miles
(Edmonds Area) 98020 4.0 miles
(Mountlake Terrace Area) 98043 4.5 miles
(Seattle Area) 98103 5.0 miles
Within 10 miles near you
(Seattle Area) 98107 5.2 miles
(Seattle Area) 98115 5.7 miles
(Lynnwood Area) 98036 6.3 miles
(Seattle Area) 98105 6.9 miles
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$171 - $522
48% - 81%
4.8 - 5.0 ★
FAQs - Family Lawyers in 98177 city Seattle How many Family lawyers actively serve residents of Seattle, Washington? Approximately 19 licensed attorneys focus on Family across Seattle, Washington. Most matters are filed through the Washington District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Family lawyers in Seattle, Washington? In Seattle, typical rates range from $213-$370 per hour for Family. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $2640 and $7129, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Family matters usually take in courts near Seattle? Family cases in Seattle, Washington usually take around 5-14 months depending on complexity and the Washington District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Family cases for people living in Seattle, Washington? Residents of Seattle typically see Family filings handled by the Washington District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Family? About 60% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Family, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
1 Family Lawyers Found Near You
Before practicing as a family law attorney, Leslie clerked for two trial court judges who handled only family cases, thereby gaining valuable insight and experience into how dissolution and custody issues are analyzed by the court. Prior to graduating from Seattle University School of Law, Leslie had a successful career as an award-winning investigative journalist for three separate newspapers and an international news organization.. Leslie understands the breakup of a family is a life-changing and stressful event. She knows how difficult that first call to an attorney can be. Her primary focus with new clients is to learn their unique issues, concerns and expectations and work with them to put together a practical and effective plan for achieving their goals.. “Leslie brings to any matter she works on an rare energy that serves her clients and the profession well. Her background in investigative journalism provides her with a perspective and a sense of where facts may be found which often prove persuasive for the court."— Mark Patterson, Probate Attorney. Leslie does not enter into litigation lightly, but should it become necessary, she uses the interview, writing, investigative and analytical skills she honed as a journalist and judicial clerk to tell her client’s story in a compelling and powerful way.. Leslie’s investigative, evidence-driven approach has consistently turned cases around even where the court had previously restricted a client’s access to their children. She has repeatedly ecured parenting plans which restored her clients’ full parental rights, and when necessary, obtained orders protecting her clients and their children from the other party.. Leslie has been on the referral list for multiple domestic violence victim agencies for the past 10 years, attends the King County Coalition Against Domestic Violence Family Law Work Group Meetng and Volunteers at the New Beginnings Domestoc Violence Family Law Legal Clinic.