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Experienced Child Custody attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Child Custody attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Child Custody attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Child Custody attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Ms. Heard is an attorney who practices exclusively family law in Seattle, Washington, where she has served clients for over 20 years. Her family law practice includes cases involving high-conflict parenting/custody, international custody disputes, the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, relocation, complex financial issues, restraining orders, and child support. Stacy is trained in cross-border mediation, arbitration, mediation, collaborative law, and as a Guardian ad Litem. She is a member of the American Bar Association Family Law Section and serves on council and as Chair of the International Law Committee. She is also a member of the Association of Family and Conciliatory Courts (“AFCC”) U.S. and Australian chapters. She is a past president of the Washington State AFCC chapter. Stacy is the is the author of Washington Family Law (LexisNexis Practice Guide 2019). She is currently co-authoring a book for the ABA Family Law Section on Attorneys working with Parenting Evaluators. Stacy is a frequent speaker on parenting plans in the state of Washington, nationally, and internationally.

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Ann Oakleaf is a family law attorney dedicated to her clients and the practice of family law. She is certified as a Family Law Specialist by the State of California Bar of Legal Specialization. Her background includes business and civil litigation, encompassing contract disputes, business torts, accountancy malpractice defense, and employment matters. She brings a litigation background, expertise in her chosen area of family practice, and insight to her clients.  Ann resides in Long Beach, California, and is a master’s swimmer.

Piper Fortune grew up in Cotton Plant, Arkansas- where there were more wild animals than people, and the people there were farmers- certainly not lawyers. In fact, Piper had never met a lawyer until she sought one out in college, having decided she wanted to go to law school. Growing up in such a rural, delta community instilled in her a strong sense of community, advocacy for others, and most importantly, the value of endurance.. Piper went to college at Arkansas Tech University, where in three years, she graduated with a B.A. in Journalism with a focus in Public Relations. During her time there, she was extremely active having served on boards for her sorority, Delta Zeta, as well as the College Panhellenic Council, the Presidential Leadership Cabinet, and the Arkansas Tech Alumni Association. She was honored to make the Dean’s list, 2014 Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges and was even named a member of the inaugural class of Arkansas Tech Tradition Keepers.. Upon graduating college, Piper moved to Little Rock to begin her studies at Bowen School of Law, where she earned a Top Paper in Supreme Court Litigation. After graduating, Piper took a job with Hilburn and Harper, Ltd., and was honored to learn the tricks of family law practice from several wonderful mentors and quickly expanded her practice to all four corners of the state.. Piper is a passionate advocate who represents her clients with tenacity and endurance that will continue to serve their interests for years to come. She looks forward to continuing to represent clients in child custody disputes, adoptions, paternity actions, guardianships, and divorces, and never shying away from a challenge, she especially shines in cases involving complex marital estates (i.e. high-value assets, businesses, and farms). Piper is also a certified Attorney ad Litem, who frequently represents the best interest of minor children involved in high-conflict child custody disputes.. Education:. Arkansas Tech UniversityBachelor of Arts, 2014UALR, William H. Bowen School of Law. Juris Doctorate, 2017. Memberships & Certifications:Arkansas Bar AssociationMember. Pulaski County Bar AssociationMember. Certified Attorney Ad Litem

During the few hours I am not working, you may find me sailboat racing, practicing martial arts, watching movies and practicing yoga.

Wendy L. C. Fountain, an accomplished attorney with a rich legal career spanning twenty-five years, is distinguished as a Certified Family Law Specialist accredited by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Her approach centers around close collaboration with clients, aiding them in defining their objectives and vigorously pursuing their realization, even in the face of formidable challenges.. Wendy's academic journey commenced with her undergraduate studies at California State University Fullerton in 1993, culminating in the attainment of her Juris Doctor degree from Western State University College of Law in 1997. The early phase of her professional trajectory saw her as a Deputy District Attorney at the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. Transitioning to private practice in 2001, she cultivated an illustrious family law practice prior to her tenure at Sullivan Law & Associates, which she joined a few years ago.. Her reputation and eminence within the family law domain are underscored by her profound community commitment. Wendy has dedicated a substantial portion of her time to community service, volunteering for the Orange County Court and notably her involvement with Women in Need, a local initiative aiding survivors of domestic violence. She has also contributed her insights as a speaker at the Orange County Paralegal Association and held the role of president-elect of the Orange County Bar Family Law Executive Committee from 2013 to 2014 as well as served on all levels of the execute board for a span of 5 years. Wendy's affiliation with the Robert A. Banyard, Inns of Courts, since 1999, further attests to her prominence in the legal community.. As a native of Southern California, Wendy's ties to the local landscape are deeply rooted. Residing in Orange County, she relishes her time spent with her husband and two children, further reinforcing her connection to the region she serves and calls home.

I have been an attorney for over 20 years. For most of those years, my focus has been family law with domestic violence matters being a speciality. I have recently started providing representation in criminal cases. As a child of divorced parents, I understand the impact that divorce and separation can have on children and understand that children need both of their parents to be happy, healthy and well-adjusted. I also know and understand that biology does not make a parent- time, love, and attention does. If you have a family law or criminal issue do not hesitate to contact me for help!