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I began my career as a family law practitioner 20 years ago as an intern and then as a newly-minted associate when I graduated, making partner after just five years. Since that time, I have represented clients in a full range of “cradle to grave” family law matters, particularly complex and high net-worth divorce cases, including property and business valuation, property division, spousal maintenance, parenting plans and custody arrangements. I also represent clients in private independent adoptions and step-parent adoptions.. I work closely with each client to understand their goals and objectives in order to provide the highest level of support and advocacy. I have been recognized as a Rising Star and a Super Lawyer in the area of family law by Washington Law & Politics magazine. I am a member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) which is a nationally recognized group of family law attorneys.

Mary Joyce “M.J.” McCallum graduated cum laude from Seattle University School of Law in 2014. She received CALI Awards for Excellence in Legal Writing and Comprehensive Trial Advocacy. In addition, Ms. McCallum was one of the top six competitors in the 2013 James E. Bond ABA Moot Court Competition, earning her the opportunity to compete as a semifinalist in the National Appellate Advocacy Competition sponsored by the American Bar Association.. Ms. McCallum interned as a Rule 9 with the Snohomish County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office where she appeared as the prosecutor on civil traffic infractions calendars in all four of the District Courts in Snohomish County. There, she successfully argued misdemeanor criminal motions in Everett District Court as well as South District Court. She also gained valuable experience, taking two gross misdemeanor cases to trial. Ms. McCallum also worked as a Rule 9 attorney at Zachor and Thomas, a firm that provides contract prosecution services to nine cities in Snohomish County. After becoming an attorney, Ms. McCallum worked as an associate at Skantze Law, PLLC and Jay Carey Law Offices. In 2020, she opened her own law office - Solutions Legal Group, PLLC.. Prior to earning her JD, Ms. McCallum was an advocate for survivors of domestic violence for seven years. In this capacity, she accompanied her clients to court in Snohomish County, helping them obtain Protection Orders/Anti-harassment Orders, defend against allegations of domestic violence in Protection Orders/Anti-Harassment Orders, and navigate the legal system in general. Ms. McCallum also facilitated a support group for men who had been impacted by domestic violence and for victims who had been arrested for domestic violence related crimes. This experience provides Ms. McCallum with an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence and a unique perspective on the effects intimate partner violence has on the family as a whole.. Moreover, Ms. McCallum is in her 6th year of practice and is a familiar face in Snohomish County Courts. She has earned a positive reputation with the Commissioners, Judges, and court staff as a result of her many years appearing as a friend of the court and as a practicing attorney.. In her spare time, Ms. McCallum enjoys cooking and listening to opera. She has experience as a costume designer for local theatre, including Edmonds Community College and the Driftwood Players. She has appeared in Lawyers for Lawyers Production of Judgment at Nuremburg. She enjoys spending time at the beach with her dog and watching movies with her husband and his son. Ms. McCallum is an avid football fan, both college and pro. She also has a love for the arts and is a published poet.. A member of the Washington State Bar Association and the Snohomish County Bar Association, Ms. McCallum’s law practice emphasizes Family Law matters and misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors, and civil traffic defense. Additionally, Ms. McCallum prevailed on a Division One Washington State Court of Appeals case involving a complex family law matter. Ms. McCallum was one of the attorneys who represented members of the Delta 5, protest group who were charged with criminal trespass and delay of train, invoking the novel defense of necessity, in a 5 day highly publicized trial out of Everett District Court.Ms. McCallum is empathic to her client’s needs and understands how to assist her clients through their cases. She is the voice for the client and recognizing the client is perhaps at the most difficult time of their life. Moreover, she is skilled at helping clients navigate the legal process. While Ms. McCallum is skilled at trial, she is also an advocate and understands the importance of mediation and that not all cases are best resolved at trial.. Ms. McCallum is currently accepting consults for family law cases of all types (including appeals), criminal cases including juvenile, and a variety of civil litigation matters.

KC is a dedicated, skilled and hardworking divorce law attorney. Our aim is to negotiate, mediate or litigate to the best of our abilities to maximize the outcome for our clients. Divorce, whether contested or uncontested, can be a complex process.. You need a knowledgeable, compassionate and honest attorney who will be able to help you navigate through the process with your best interests in mind. Even a simple agreed divorce can become a nightmare in the future if not handled in a manner that can benefit your current and future interests as well as those of your family.. At Celebi Law Office, our goals are to:

I am an Everett native and began my law career with Brewe Layman, P.S. in 2001 as a legal intern. Since earning my law degree in 2002, I have worked exclusively in the area of family law. With over ten years’ experience, I have become skilled at guiding clients through the complexities of divorce and family law issues, including property and business valuation, property division, spousal maintenance, child support matters and parenting plans.

Emily Laz joined the firm of Mano, Paroutaud, Groberg & Ricks in 2020 focusing her practice on family law matters, including divorce, child support, establishing parenting plans, adoption and domestic violence matters. Prior to joining the firm, Emily has been practicing family law in Lewis and Thurston Counties for the last six years.Emily is a native of the Northwest having grown up in Oregon and attended the University of Oregon where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy and Sociology. Emily graduated from Vermont Law School with both a Juris Doctor and a Master’s in Environmental Law in 2008 and has been a member of the Washington State Bar Association since 2008.Emily loves living in Lewis County and when not at work enjoys spending time with her husband and dog either enjoying the outdoors or binge-watching their favorite television shows.

I have been practicing law in Washington state for 30 years. I am experienced and respected. I  deal honestly with my clients.  Check out my website-- I am a member of the Dana Williams Law Group.

Prior to opening Finnegan and Associates PLLC, and Skagit Lawyers, Tracy worked as an associate attorney and Guardian ad Litem in Skagit County, Mount Vernon, Washington.. Tracy’s legal background also includes successful completion of the Washington State Bar Association APR 6 program, working as a paralegal and a Rule 9 Law Clerk under Washington State Bar Association’s APR Rule 9, and serving as a Guardian ad Litem in Skagit County, Washington.

I have spent half my life in New England, and half in Washington State, with a stint living abroad in the middle. I studied Linguistics at the University of Washington, and have varying levels of understanding in Spanish, Japanese, and French. (One could also argue the peaks and valleys of my fluency in English...). Thanks to my supportive dad, I studied the law through Washington State's Law Clerk program, and somehow passed the bar exam after working in the legal field for over 10 years.. Attentive servant of two mixed tabby cats who run my household.

I joined Northwest Justice Project in December 2018. I am working on the Skagit Justice Project, which focuses on providing wraparound services to sruvivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking and sex trafficking. Most of my practice involves family law issues (divorce, parenting plans, child support, etc.), in addition, we provide legal services on any issues impacted by being the target of sexualized violence, including housing, consumer, education, and more.. As a nonprofit, all services are free, but clients must be screened by the CLEAR line. You can also find great resources created and maintained by NJP at .

I help parents understand and navigate Michigan's child support system. I also write legal blog articles for other attorneys.. All law schools are not created equal, and I graduated from top-tier Southern Methodist University's Dedman School of Law, with honors and a member of the SMU International Law Review. I scored at the 99th percentile on the ACT, the 90th percentile on the LSAT and about the 94th percentile on the bar exam. In high school, I won awards for achievement in math, and I'm proud to be in the minority of attorneys who enjoy number crunching. I can help you understand Michigan's child support system, or help you write a fun and informative article for your legal blog.

Phelps Legal Group offers legal services in the area of family and adoption law and fertility law. Our mission is to defend the cause of the fatherless by serving families who are seeking to adopt children domestically or internationally.

Sterling Law handles most family law matters on behalf of both women and men, married and unmarried, including divorce, separation, custody, parenting time, paternity, pre-nuptial agreements, and personal protection orders. Sterling Law is the Northern Michigan affiliate of the American Divorce Association for Men (ADAM), specializing in the family law needs of men. In addition to family law, the firm also provides legal services in the area of:  Estate Planning, Probate, Succession Planning, Real Estate and Small Business Formation, and also provides referrals for Immigration and Social Security disability matters.. * 39 years of legal experience; 49 years as a social justice activist* Assembled, trained, and supervises a “sterling” team of associate attorneys and support staff* Innovative and efficient manager of Sterling Law* Community leader

Melissa received her undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan in 2006 and graduated cum laude from Pace University School of Law in 2010. Melissa’s practice includes representation of individuals in divorce, post-divorce, custody, paternity, parenting time, Personal Protection Order (PPO) and minor guardianship matters, as well as general civil litigation and criminal matters.Prior to returning to Michigan, Melissa was employed at the Legal Aid Society’s Juvenile Rights Practice, where she served as the attorney for the children in child protective matters in Bronx Family Court.Melissa serves on the board of the Women Lawyer’s Association and Zero Tolerance: Ending Child Sexual Abuse and is a member of the State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section Domestic Violence Committee. Additionally, Melissa is a member of Collaborative Practice Institute of Michigan and is trained in the collaborative divorce process.Native to Traverse City, Melissa enjoys spending time swimming, boating and exploring Northern Michigan with her husband Daniel and their son, Aiden.Admitted:2010, State Bar of New York2014, State Bar of Michigan. Publications:Trust Issues & Divorce: The Impact of Divorce on Assets Held in Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts,Michigan Family Law Journal, Volume 47, Number 5, May 2017

"Per Aspera Ad Astra". From Difficulties to the Stars. I am a former social worker who went into the law to be able to advocate more effectively for families and children.. Nobody wins unless everybody wins.. Call for a free consultation:  Divorce-Custody-Post-Judgment-Collaborative Divorce-Mediation-Guardianship-Estate Planning-Prenuptial Agreements.