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Firm: Wechsler Becker LLP

701 Fifth Avenue, Ste 4550 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Family

I am an attorney at law and partner at Wechsler Becker LLP, practicing Family Law, and helping my clients through a stinky part of their lives. This involves anything from divorce, parenting plans, child support, paternity actions, third party custody actions and agreed adoptions, usually by step-parents or grandparents. The only reason I went to law school was to practice Family Law. It's the most likely area of law in which a person will be engaged, and I wanted to help people. I got my wish, love my practice, and have met some very cool clients and colleagues.. Prior to joining Wechsler Becker LLP, I was a solo practitioner for 10 years with my own firm, and before that I had the pleasure of working for 10 years for one of the pillars of Western Washington Family Law, who was a fabulous mentor: Bob Prince. It was an honor to work for one of the most ethical attorneys I know.. Law is my second career; the first one was 16 years in broadcast video production, working in TV stations in Montana and Washington, producing news, commercials and local programming. I even won an Emmy!

Po Box 66195 , Seattle , Washington 98166

Practice Areas: Family

"Divorce with Dignity"Divorce can be heart wrenching and difficult. However, it does not have to be if you contact Jim Saulsbury, an experienced divorce attorney whose office serves King, Pierce and Snohomish Counties. Jim Saulsbury helps his clients reduce the anxiety and stress of divorce. Jim guides men and women in dissolving a marital bond with respect and fairness using the cooperative process, mediation, arbitration or litigationA Skilled NegotiatorJim Saulsbury offers his clients a less combative way to divorce. There is no war and there are no court appearances. Instead, Jim Saulsbury works with respective clients and a possible team of a communications coach and a financial planner/CPA to negotiate and agree on child custody, visitation and the equitable division of their marital assets and debts.Jim Saulsbury uses his talents in the art of negotiation and communication as well as a great sense of humor and compassion to help couples divorce with their dignity intact. Jim Saulsbury addresses each client's concern over the small details and fine print in a divorce agreement with his extensive knowledge of family law. .Clients Have Choices Jim Saulsbury is a strong litigator who effectively articulates and argues for his clients' interests in contested divorce cases. However, more often the parties in a divorce are willing to use a cooperative process, mediation or arbitration because of all the benefits. Jim Saulsbury's clients certainly are presented with all the options.

2606 E John St , Seattle , Washington 98112

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Whitaker Kent Ordell

1200 Fifth Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Family

Jessica serves Snohomish and King Counties in family law matters.

Firm: Meridian Family Law, PLLC

901 Fifth Avenue , Seattle , Washington 98164

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Alimony, Child Support, Child Custody

Most people wish to resolve their separation or divorce matter in manner that is respectful and that best preserves their long term well-being and that of their children. I work with my clients to help manage conflict and provide the guidance and advice my clients need to make decisions that meet their short term and long term objectives.. I understand the difficulties and emotional turmoil involved in family matters and I help my clients understand and make decisions about all aspects of their case including parenting and child support, spousal support or alimony and the division of their assets and debts.   I also work with clients in pre-divorce planning and post-divorce matters such as enforcing the terms of settlement agreements and modification or enforcement of child support or parenting plans.. The long term well-being of my clients is important to me and while contested litigation is sometimes necessary or unavoidable, I find that practical advice and solutions often lead to the best long range outcomes.  There are various ways to approach reaching a resolution.  The commonly seen options are self negotiation, attorney negotiation, mediation, the collaborative divorce process and contested litigation.  My experience allows me to provide my clients with information and advice not only about their legal rights, but about the various dispute resolution options and then guide them through their chosen process.. I am also trained in and have been practicing Collaborative divorce in the Seattle area since 2011.. I've been licensed to practice in Washington State since 1995.  While I previoulsy practiced family law in Maryland and Washington, DC, after I returned to Seattle, I resigned from the DC Bar and went on inactive status with the MD Bar.

2033 6th Ave Ste 800 , Seattle , Washington 98121

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Envision Family Law

One Union Square , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Custody, Family, Child Support, Prenuptials, Alimony, Uncontested Divorce, LGBT+, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

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.

Firm: Seattle Divorce Services

2317 NW Market Street , Seattle , Washington 98107

Practice Areas: Family

My personal philosophy is to never add conflict to a family law case. The parties involved have often had difficulty with effective communication and I view it as part of my job to facilitate and even strengthen communications as the parties work towards a resolution. I believe much more is accomplished through civility than bullying.. For me, life is about the relationships we have with one another. The relationships we have with our family members, even after a separation or divorce, will persist for years or even decades. The relationships we have with our children need to be protected and cherished.. The same is true for me in my approach to practicing law. I make my relationships with clients a priority. In order to be an effective advocate, it is critical that we develop a trusting and honest connection. I also value my relationships with opposing counsel and other members of the bar. I have found that thoughtful analysis, combined with respectful communications with the other side can often resolve even the most difficult situations.

Firm: Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson, PLLC

601 Union Street, Suite 2600 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Civil , Family , Family, Family, Family, Family

My practice focuses on all areas of family law including dissolutions of marriages, legal separations, child custody and parenting plans, relocation, spousal maintenance, child support and complex property division.

608 21st Ave Unit B , Seattle , Washington 98122

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Elise Buie Family Law Group, PLLC

720 3rd Ave , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Law Office of Holly Hermon

3600 15th Avenue West #205 , Seattle , Washington 98199

Practice Areas: Civil , Employment & Labor , Family, Family, Family, Family

Prior to establishing her boutique family law firm in Seattle's Magnolia/ Interbay neighborhood, Ms. Hermon practiced family law at Law Offices of Susan Millican O’Brian & Associates, P.S. She previously worked as a public defender and has fifteen years of experience representing parents and children in courts throughout Washington. Ms. Hermon has dedicated much of her career developing the skills and expertise necessary to provide the highest quality representation to her clients during what is often the most emotionally challenging times of their lives. Ms. Hermon began family law work while attending Tulane University School of Law. Most recently, Ms. Hermon spent six years at King County Northwest Defenders Association, where she litigated a variety of serious matters ranging from criminal felonies to termination of parental rights. She was selected to supervise the juvenile offender and dependency units, and had oversight of more than ten attorneys and staff in addition to representing clients.

Firm: Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson, PLLC

601 Union Street, Suite 2600 , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Family

My practice focuses primarily on family law litigation, including complex marital dissolutions of high net worth estates that often involve business valuations and separate property tracing. I have broad experience with contested parenting matters, including establishing residential schedules and child support, as well as post-decree modifications of parenting plans, child support orders, and relocation actions. I also have experience litigating parentage cases and committed intimate relationship claims, as well as drafting, negotiating, enforcing and defending against prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

Firm: Ryan, Swanson & Cleveland, PLLC

401 Union Street , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Business & Commercial, Civil , Criminal Defense , Family , Personal Injury, Probate, Probate, Probate, Probate

As a litigator and a trial attorney, Hans brings a wide breadth of experience.  Hans has successfully litigated both simple and complex trust and estate disputes, real property suits, catastrophic injury claims, major private and public construction claims, and a wide variety of commercial lawsuits.  Hans excels at presenting complex legal issues to his clients in a way that allows them to make decisions that support their objectives.. Hans enjoys building relationships with his clients and working collaboratively to craft case strategies as if each matter is going to trial, while striving to reach sensible and creative solutions to avoid litigation at every step.  All things being equal, the better prepared party in litigation is going to achieve the better result.  If it is not possible to settle your case by agreement, Hans will tirelessly prepare your case and put you in a superior position to prevail at trial or arbitration, and present your case in the most compelling way possible to a judge, jury, or arbitrator.

Firm: S.L. Pitts PC

719 2nd Ave Ste 520 , Seattle , Washington 98104

Practice Areas: Family

901 5th Ave Ste 2800 , Seattle , Washington 98164

Practice Areas: Family

P.O. 75194 , Seattle , Washington 98175

Practice Areas: Family

601 Union Street , Seattle , Washington 98101

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Glyn E. Lewis

2211 Elliott Ave Ste 200 , Seattle , Washington 98121

Practice Areas: Family

I was born and raised in Seattle, WA, and went to the UW for undergrad. I then obtained a degree from Willamette Law School in Salem, OR. I have practiced law for over 16 years with BAR licenses from California and Washington state..I moved back to Seattle from California in 2012 and have experienced Seattle's economic boom in the last 7 years. I have successfully helped new businesses and immigrants meet their growing legal needs.

Firm: DuBois Cary Law Group

927 N Northlake Way Ste 210 , Seattle , Washington 98103

Practice Areas: Family

I was born in the Philippines and came to the United States when I was twelve years old. I have always wanted to serve as a role model for other immigrant women and minorities and open as many doors for others as were opened for me.. I attended the University of Washington School of Law in 1998, graduating in 2001. At the UW I was active with the Student Bar Association. I also interned with the King County Prosecutor’s Office at the Maleng Justice Center and with the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office through graduation. At Pierce County, I had the opportunity to argue criminal appellate cases before Division Two of the Washington State Court of Appeals, and to be first chair in misdemeanor trials during the summer. After graduation I moved to Honolulu, Hawaii, where I clerked with the Honorable John S.W. Lim of the Hawaii State Intermediate Court of Appeals. Then I joined the City and County of Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office as a deputy prosecuting attorney and practiced criminal law, including an assignment in the Career Criminal Unit where I prosecuted sex crimes, some cases involving child victims.. I moved back to Seattle and started practicing family law in 2006 with a veteran family law attorney. I became the senior associate and handled almost everything for the solo practitioner with whom I practiced. I came to work for the DuBois Cary Law Group in 2012. In support of our external and internal clients, I have taken on the hybrid role of Associate Attorney and Business Manager.. My husband and I are big football fans and support the Huskies and the Seahawks. We have two adorable cats, George and JoJo. We love to travel and explore new places. During my spare time I enjoy taking pictures, creating photobooks, and spending time with friends. On occasion, I get involved in artistic projects for friends and family. We support a number of charities including the American Cancer Society and the ALS Foundation.