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Laura Murphy began her career as a prosecutor in Pierce County and quickly transferred to the Thurston County Prosecuting Attorney's Office in her home town, Olympia.  Here, she has practiced criminal and family law both as a prosecutor and a defense attorney. This unique perspective provides Laura the ability to view all sides of an argument. She has found Family Law especially challenging because it requires a blend of sharp litigation skills and strong client advocacy. It became clear early on that her passion is well suited to this area of law.. Clients who are facing a criminal matter experience a similar set of emotions.  They often do not know the consequences of a criminal conviction and need an advocate to guide them through the process.. In the courtroom, Laura is serious about winning.  From case preparation, pretrial conferences, all the way to the actual trial, each matter is handled with professionalism.  “Every case is unique and important.  Litigation allows me the opportunity to be creative and think strategically.”. At the first consultation, Laura will begin to assess a case strategy to meet her client’s expectations.  However, her ultimate goal is that the next step forward will not only be the best for the client, but the best for their families too.  “The goal of my office and staff is that every client walks out feeling as though a weight has been lifted from their shoulders.  Isn’t that what advocacy is all about?”

Hello, I’m Kathryn, and I have been a practicing attorney since my admission to the Washington State Bar in 1986. My passion is helping people through serious, life-changing events so the Family Law practice area was a natural selection for me.. My tenets are the Three C’s: Conviction, Compassion and Creative Problem Resolution. I am dedicated to delivering the best possible outcome for each and every one of my clients and in this age of 24/7, I am accessible in real time.. Throughout my career, I have advised and represented hundreds of clients from diverse and varied backgrounds in the most serious Family Law issues they have faced. I believe in effective representation and that all clients should have a choice in attorney selection — if you are in need, please call or email for a free 15-minute consultation.

Morgan’s practice focuses on both family law and trust and estate disputes. She enjoys helping people handle issues that can feel insurmountable and finding an expeditious and efficient resolution. In the past, Morgan has represented businesses, individuals, and fiduciaries navigate litigation focusing on business, real estate, and trust and estate matters. Her broad-based experience helps inform her domestic relations practice and provides a strong foundation to help her clients find a better result.

Although I concentrate my practice primarily on family law and personal injury I handle a wide range of legal issues. I am licensed to appear in all the Washington State Courts and an active member of both the Washington State Bar Association and Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association.. I am a Tacoma native and enjoy the opportunity to work in the community that I grew up in.  I am known as a compassionate but aggressive advocate for my clients. I work tirelessly to achieve the proper results at the trial court level but am eager to challenge an incorrect result.. I look forward to the opportunity of assisting you with any legal needs.

I am a Northwest born-and-raised attorney currently employed at Whalley Law in Fircrest, WA.  My primary practice area is in family law, and I have handled cases in King, Pierce, Thurston, and Kitsap Counties.

I help couples resolve their disputes, whether in the midst of divorce or post-divorce issues, with dignity and respect.. Recognizing the value of preserving civility in the legal process, particularly when working with children and families, I have been trained to assist families through divorce using the collaborative law model. In this alternative to litigation through the court system, parties agree to work through their dispute respectfully, to achieve a durable agreement.. Every family is different, and the collaborative model may not fit every individual situation. While I believe changes in family structure are often best resolved by negotiating settlement, I also recognize that sometimes court intervention is appropriate and necessary. I am comfortable in court and will provide zealous representation, when such action is required.

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Constance is an attorney with a passion for advocacy and social justice. Constance graduated from Queens College, The City University of New York with her Bachelor and Master degrees in Urban Studies and Urban Affairs, respectively. Upon graduating from CUNY School of Law, Constance became an attorney (admitted in NY State, pending admission in WA).. In her free time, she seeks experiences which allow her to help members of under-represented and marginalized groups and volunteers with a plethora of community entities. She also serves as an alumna member of Sigma Delta Tau’s national Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. Constance’s passion for family law and for the the Hosannah Law Group’s practice remain evident through her continued work for the firm and as a former Title 26 Guardian Ad Litem for Pierce, Kitsap, and Grays Harbor Counties and as a Title 11 Court Visitor.

Carlee Bliss is a northwest native from Oregon City, Oregon. She graduated from Portland State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice in 2014 and earned her Juris Doctorate degree at the Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, in 2018.. After completing law school in the desert of Arizona, she moved back home to the Northwest. Upon passing the bar, Carlee ventured up north to Longview where she has excelled in her career as a Family Law Attorney. Carlee is determined and eager to serve her clients in Cowlitz County. Her primary focus in the law is the best interest and desires of children in various court systems and efficiently advocating for her clients. In addition to her family law practice, she is also a children's representative in the dependency court system.. When not in the courtroom or office, Carlee is with her two FUR children, (two feisty chihuahuas as pictured above) or out playing disc golf. When mother nature provides beautiful northwest weather, she enjoys taking her dogs on hikes and camping.

Kennewick family, personal injury and criminal law attorney for over 20 years.. Career Experience. Private Practice - Kennewick, WA. 1990 - Present. Emphasizing custody, collaborative divorce, criminal defense, mediation, arbitration, and personal injury. Ms. Koehmstedt has been appointed as Guardian ad Litem in Domestic relations and RCW 11.88 actions. Regularly practicing in District, Municipal, Superior Courts. Negotiated and tried hundreds of cases in an effective; professional manner.. Juvenile Court Defense Panel Attorney. 1990 - 1996. Defense of juvenile offenders, litigation of child dependencies, termination of parental rights, involuntary commitment proceedings, youth at risk petitions and material witness representation. Represented over 2,400 individuals while providing high-level legal representation. Developed working knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act.. Deputy Prosecuting Attorney - Benton County, WA. 1987 - 1990. Judicial Experience:. Ms. Koehmstedt has experience as a pro tem judge and is currently contracted as a Hearings Officer by the City of Pasco where she regularly presides over impound hearings and Dangerous Dog appeals.

I grew up in Sammamish, Washington. I love the beautiful northwest and am excited to be working close to home. Family has always been important to me. My parents, who both worked as volunteers to improve education standards in Washington State, taught me the value of being involved in my community. Following their example, I decided to seek a career where I could be of service to others. I spent eighteen months in Guatemala where I participated in humanitarian work and learned to love Latin American culture and the Spanish language. After I returned, my love of reading and writing naturally led me to study law at Brigham Young University. While in law school, I became a Lead Editor for BYU Law Review. As a Lead Editor, I worked with law professors around the country to publish professional articles. I love using the legal writing skills that I developed through this experience to persuasively advocate for others. I am excited now to be a member of Ashby Law's legal team. I am happy to be part of a network of experienced attorneys that is focused on helping families with hard work and compassion.

I entered the bar in 1992 and have been in solo practice, emphasizing family law matters, since 1994.  I'm a divorced parent myself and know from personal experience how family law matters like divorce, child custody and support can impact a family.  I've represented probably over 1,000 clients over the last 21 years in all aspects of such cases.  The vast majority of family law cases settle without having to go through the stress and financial hardships of a trial.  The court strongly encourages that families resolve their matters through negotiation rather than contest them in court because people are rarely satisfied with the outcome of a case if it is left in the hands of a judge who knows relatively little about your family, no matter how much testimony is given.  If you have children, you still have to have some sort of working relationship with the other parent whether after a divorce, legal separation or the break-up of a people who are not married but who have children together.   In the Benton/Franklin Counties area probably 85% or more of family law matters are ultimately resolved by some sort of out of court settlement.  So while there are certainly short term goals, I encourage my clients to think about the long term and the effects that their decisions and actions will have not only on themselves but on their children in the years and even decades to come.  As an attorney my role is to see that your case is properly and effectively presented to the court, to ensure that all matters are covered, to advocate your position and to advise you as to the ins and outs and ramifications of such litigation.  In the end you as the client have the final choice in the matter.  My role is to ensure you are making an informed choice, fully understanding what your rights and obligations are under the law in regards to your children, property and related financial obligations.  What about myself?  I have two adult sons, a companion I share my life with and currently four cats that I'm a butler for.  I'm an alumni of Outward Bound, the premier outdoor education program in the world and enjoy whitewater rafting throughout the Pacific Northwest----if you can go on an Outward Bound trip, I can almost guarantee you it will be one of the most meaningful experiences you'll ever have in your lifetime.  I'm also been involved in community theater as an actor and singer, performing in all sorts of shows such as "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Sweeney Todd," "Proof," "Bus Stop," "Picnic," "Assassins" and "An Enemy of the People" (I tend towards serious stuff).  I was also the attorney of record in the first case in world legal history involving the scientific phenomenon of human chimerism.  The case has been profiled numerous times on TV programs throughout the world, most recently in Japan and Britain.  The case received printed articles in magazines in such places as Mexico, Finland, Iraq, Vietnam and Australia.   The first of these profiles, "I Am My Own Twin" is shown often on the Discovery Health Channel.  The case has been the basis of stories on several TV programs including "House" and "CSI" and a couple of years ago was the inspiration for an off-Broadway theater production in New York City called "Chimera".   I sometimes stoke rumors that either Russell Crowe or Tom Cruise will play me in the movie version some day. . .

Jarrod Hays is the founder of Skyview Law.  Jarrod earned his law degree from Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College in 2008 and and started his practice in Seattle soon after, practicing in the fields of Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Real Estate. He also co-founded the e-commerce firm Hayo, LLC and worked as its operations manager for from 2014 to 2018, guiding it to doubling its revenue every year he was there. He is licensed to practice law in Washington State and the Western District of Washington State Federal Court.. Jarrod is rated as one of the 10 Best Attorneys under 40 for Client Satisfaction for Washington State for 2019, and is a Member of the American Bar Association, Washington State Bar Association, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Institute of Legal Counsel, National Association of Family Law Attorneys, and Washington State Family Law Section.