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Firm: Cicada Law, NP PS
1130 Broadway Plaza , Tacoma , Washington 98402
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Estate Planning
I have adopted an income-based approach to legal fees I charge new clients. Every client is assessed at the first meeting to determine how much of a discount they will receive, and every client who has a household income less than $100,000 will receive a discount, some up to 40% off of my standard hourly rate.. This is my attempt to align hourly rates with what people can actually afford to pay, and even extends to the retainer, which is calculated based upon ten hours at the discounted hourly rate.. A brief bit about me.... I am the first person in my family to attend college and went into the Army right out of high school to see the world and figure out some way to pay for college. I was an intelligence analyst and viewed as one of the best in the world at my particular area. At age 22, I was delivering high level presentations to military leaders in Korea regarding the intelligence planning for major military exercises.. I left the military to attend college. I attended Seattle University where I majored in Finance and International Business. As I contemplated which path to take for grad school, I chose law school, viewing law school as a unique skill set that would benefit me in the corporate world.. During my second year of law school, I was hired by a large Canadian corporation that had purchased a business in Seattle and wanted someone to develop a strategic growth plan for the business unit. This led to a permanent job offer and a relocation to Toronto following graduation.. I left the company in 2002 and started my own practice in Tacoma. From the beginning, I have been committed to providing value to my clients through hard work, reasonable rates and desired results.. Today, my practice is focused on the following areas:. Family Law. Trusts and Estate. WIlls and Probate
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“I endorse this lawyer. Richard and I have had many cases against each other. He is a knowledgeable and tenacious attorney. He is extremely dedicated to his client's cause. I would …”
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Rated 4.6 out of 5
Firm: Feldman & Lee
19303 44th Ave W , Lynnwood , Washington 98036
Practice Areas: Animal Bites, Assault & Battery, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Family , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Probate , Wills, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
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“I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
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“Horrible attorney David Lee. Lied and when caught he wanted to resign from case. Judge gillings would not let him. He has done nothing except ask over 40 times to withdraw even ask…”
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Firm: Reed & Johnson, P.C.
Broadway , Vancouver , Washington 98663
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Health Care & Hospitalization,Nursing Home Negligence,Wrongful Death
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Rated 4.8 out of 5
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.
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“Jennifer and I have worked together more and more over the last few years, focusing on Collaborative work. She is an incredible asset to the Collaborative Community and the intelli…”
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430 W. Indiana , Spokane , Washington 99205
Practice Areas: Divorce, Mediation, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
Jenna Hatch is an attorney at Hatch Law. Jenna’s practice encompasses selective criminal law cases and all areas of family law with a focus on mediation. Each year, Hatch Law mediates and settles hundreds of family law disputes. Jenna is equally comfortable either mediating or litigating contentious and complex dissolutions. Jenna is a Spokane native and received her bachelor’s degree in philosophy and ethics from Washington State University before graduating cum laude from Gonzaga University School of Law. Prior to joining Hatch Law, Jenna worked as an intern at the Spokane City Prosecutor’s Office. Outside of work, Jenna is an avid football fan (Go Cougs!) and keeps active in a variety of outdoor activities.
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“Jenna is an excellent mediator and litigator. She is a problem solver and help clients in both mediation and litigation achieve the best results for their situation. She isn't afra…”
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Rated 4.7 out of 5
Firm: Law Office of Jeff E Jared
830 Kirkland Way, # 203 , Kirkland , Washington 98033
Practice Areas: Divorce, Criminal Defense, Foreclosure, Family, Car Accident, DUI & DWI, Power Of Attorney, Probate, Wills, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
I'm an experienced, aggressive attorney with 23 years of experience, practicing in Washington State. Being a lifetime Kirkland resident, I received my Bachelor of Arts from Harvard University in 1988 and my Law degree from the University of California/Hastings in 1994. My practice focuses on Foreclosure defense, Family Law including, but not limited to, divorce, parenting plan and child support modification, Criminal Defense, including DWI, Personal Injury, Probate, Power of Attorney and Wills.. Our firm's paralegal, Michelle Darnell, is a passionate advocate for our clients, empowering and assisting them as they navigate stressful situations.. My goal is to provide high quality personalized legal services at reasonable rates. We offer a free initial phone consultation to discuss the best strategy toward a resolution.. I do my best to help people defend their rights when dealing with many different issues and do so with compassion. Our clients are like family to us.
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“The service I received from Jeff Jared's law office was excellent and professional. They negotiated a better settlement than expected and were prompt with all correspondence. I rea…”
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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.
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“pent the next three days calling everyone and anyone I could find trying to seek counsel to help me”
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“I know Jason both as opposing counsel in previous cases and now as an attorney in his firm, Envision Family Law. I endorse him enthusiastically.”
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Firm: Jamie Walker Family Law
2312 N. 30th St. , Tacoma , Washington 98403
Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Support, Child Custody, Family, Arbitration, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
Jamie Walker is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Jamie was distinguished as a Washington “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers® from 2013-2021, Super Lawyer from 2023-2024, and was listed in Best Lawyer's in America® for 2021-2024. Jamie frequently gives presentations and releases publications on various family law topics. Jamie is experienced in a number of different family law practices, including divorce, collaborative divorce, custody, military family law, and more. With Jamie, you get an efficient, experienced, and caring attorney. In her own words, “I use every asset at my disposal to gain a positive result as quickly and efficiently as possible.”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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“Ron Nerio and his team - Vanessa and Kendra helped us with guardianship of our granddaughter. They did an amazing job. It is a complex case, during a very difficult time. There is …”
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Firm: Port Gardner Law Group
2918 Colby Avenue , Everett , Washington 98201
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Civil , Divorce, Family , Mediation, Mediation, Mediation
I have served as a family law attorney in Snohomish County since 1998. I currently also serve as as a mediator and arbitrator for family law cases. I have mediated more than 1900 cases for other attorneys and arbitrated approximately 750 cases as well. I have made hundreds of decisions in family law cases as a Commissioner Pro Tem.. I focus on establishing a temporary status quo for my clients, and then work toward a settlement. I believe settlement is almost always the best solutions for my clients; however there are a few instances where ultimately we have to proceed with trial.. I look forward to working with you for your family law needs.
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“My divorce was simple: 4 years, no kids. I had some unique time constraints and James and his team k”
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“James is a fantastic family law attorney.”
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Firm: Olympic Law Group
1221 East Pike Street 205 98 , Seattle , Washington 98122
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Contracts,Divorce,Medical Malpractice
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“I recently went through a very difficult child custody case. I met with several attorneys before deciding to retain James McGuire. James and his team ...”
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Rated 4.7 out of 5
Firm: Gary R. Stenzel P.S.
421 West Riverside Ave. , Spokane , Washington 99201
Practice Areas: Adoption, Automobile Accidents, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family , Spousal Support, Traffic Violations, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
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“is now 18 loves his mother and I and does not talk to his father. Gary saw things I could never see”
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“As a former judge I can say without hesitation that Gary is one of the premier, top notch family law attorneys in the area. He has compassion for his clients and a rock solid grasp…”
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“I was recommended stenzel law by a member of my church it is very popular in some crowds and charged me plenty. Since then, I went elsewhere and it seems like I have gotten a lot m…”
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Firm: Seattle Consumer Justice, P.S.
119 First Avenue South , Seattle , Washington 98104
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
I was born and raised in Whatcom County, Washington, near the US/Canadian border. I am a proud partner in Seattle Consumer Justice, P.S., a firm based in Seattle, but I spend a great deal of time in our Bellingham branch office. We assist consumers and small businesses with bankruptcy, debt settlement, and debt-related consumer rights litigation.. I live in Bellingham, Washington with my wife and daughter. When I'm not assisting clients, I enjoy fishing our local rivers and streams for salmon, trout and steelhead.
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“Jacob is an excellent communicator and very knowledgeable about bankruptcy law. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to my clients who need bankruptcy advice.”
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Rated 4.7 out of 5
Firm: HAY & SWANN PLLC
201 S 34th St , Tacoma , Washington 98418
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce
I have a passion for my work. My goal is to get my clients their desired results without breaking the bank. I have two young children of my own. Therefore, I have a personal understanding of the toll family law litigation has on my clients and their families. I always keep this information in mind as I am working on behalf of my clients.
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“I endorse this lawyer. Heather was my opposing counsel on a very contentious and unusual matter. She did an excellent job advocating for her client, both in writing and orally, and…”
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Firm: Law Office of Heather Hoover
421 W Riverside, Suite 421 , Spokane , Washington 99201
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support
HEATHER HOOVER is a solo practioner who practices exclusively family law in a wide range of domestic matters such as dissolutions, legal separations, child custody, paternity, domestic violence, and child support. She has experience litigating cases at trial, as well as having a high success rate of resolving cases with a result favorable to her clients.. Ms. Hoover earned her undergraduate degree from Pensacola Christian College, graduating Summa Cum Laude, and her J.D. degree from Gonzaga University School of Law, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
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“which spanned an 8 year period was remarkable. Heather worked quickly consolidating all the facets”
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“Heather is an outstanding attorney. She represents her clients with zealous professionalism.”
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“Best lawyer in town you wanna win your case with people that actually care go here it’s worth it. Heather and McKenzie are amazing!!!!!!! …”
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Firm: Goldberg Jones
1200 Westlake Ave N, Ste 700 , Seattle , Washington 98109
Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Domestic Violence, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
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“He's a sweaty fat liar. Charges $400hr & blames you for losing a case. Typos, contradicting my decla”
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Rated 4.3 out of 5
Firm: Decker Law Offices
16201 E Indiana Avenue , Spokane Valley , Washington 99216
Practice Areas: Divorce, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Real Estate, Chapter 13, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
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“Terrible experience. Causing more problems than it solved. Has some pretty shady tags and we’ll go”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Great is an excellent lawyer and has many years of experience to really know the dynamics of handling a family law case. He is smart, accomplished and very w…”
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Firm: Gravis Law, PLLC
7350 Cirque Dr. W , University Place , Washington 98467
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, LGBT+
Raised in Tacoma, WA, Gina M. Duncan is a compassionate Senior Attorney and certified Title 26 Guardian ad Litem. A zealous advocate for her clients, Gina’s practice encompasses issues of custody, child support, parenting plans, and division of property in divorce. Her goal is always to help her clients get a fair deal and to make sure they are heard by the court.. Gina has extensive experience investigating parenting issues in high-conflict family law cases and making recommendations to the court, considering the best interests of the children. She enjoys helping clients navigate the legal system and work collaboratively when possible, while preparing fully to advocate for her clients at trial.. Immediately upon graduating from law school, Gina was a Law Clerk for the Honorable Jack E. Tanner in the U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington for 18 years. She assisted the Judge during trials and accompanied Judge Tanner during his designations as a Visiting Judge to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, where she drafted memoranda for the 9th Circuit Panel Judges.. Following her clerkship, Gina ran a thriving general practice firm for 14 years prior to joining Gravis Law, PLLC. Her practice included family law, dependency, criminal law, driving offenses, guardianship, and motor vehicle accidents. This wide range of experience has proved invaluable in helping her family law clients navigate collateral issues.. Gina strives to help her clients see the “big picture” when it comes to formulating parenting plans, and arrive at a fair and equitable distribution of property in divorce cases because what may work in the moment may not work in the future. She is proudest of her success in getting her clients’ children returned to them, whether the child was taken by the state or by another parent who then moved to another state without just cause.. What she enjoys most about the industry is that every case is different, which keeps the practice interesting. She also likes the challenge of getting the best result possible for each client.. Outside of work, Gina enjoys socializing with friends and traveling. She is also a member of the Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association and the Pierce County Minority Bar Association.
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“sist anyone going through a high-conflict divorce.”
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“Gina Duncan is fierce trial attorney who understands how to drive results and settle her clients' cases. When Gina walks into the courtroom the opposition takes notice because of h…”
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Firm: Bissell Law Firm
1226 State Avenue NE , Olympia , Washington 98506
Practice Areas: Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support, Prenuptials, Adoption, Estate Planning, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
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“n incredible memory for case details. Every time I asked her a question, she answered instantly and”
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“I have known Gina for the entirety of my legal career and also have had the pleasure of working with her in the past. She is an effective litigator and has exceptional writing and …”
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“Gina was so amazing in my divorce/custody case. She really pays attention to detail and is extremely knowledgeable. I couldn’t have been more happy with her professionalism. The re…”
— Destiny Moore
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Rated 5.0 out of 5
140 N. Union Ave. , Farmington , Washington 98105
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Probate, Divorce, Tax
A large part of my practice focuses on helping families to preserve, manage and transfer their assets and wealth from one generation to the next. My typical workday includes projects related to wills and trusts, other areas of estate planning and probate, business planning and working with our firm’s other attorneys on litigation and dispute resolution cases.
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“Gavin did excellent and timely work creating 2 documents necessary for the creation of an endowment”
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“I've had the opportunity to work with Gavin for several years on business and estate planning matters. He's thorough, he cares about his client matters, and he puts the time and ef…”
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Firm: Jennifer Pearson PLLC
2620 R.W. Johnson Blvd. SW , Tumwater , Washington 98512
Practice Areas: Adoption, Child Support, Civil , Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family , Juvenile , Landlord & Tenant, Real Estate , Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation
I am Jennifer Ann Pearson, Attorney at Law. I have been practicing law in the state of Washington since 1997; the primary focus of my law practice for over 20 years is Family Law.. As a Family Law attorney, my practice and experience include Divorce Litigation, Legal Separation, Child Custody, Child Support, Prenuptial, Postnuptial and Cohabitation Agreements, Child Dependency, Domestic Violence Protection Orders, Fathers' Rights, Modifications of Child Custody Orders and Parenting Plans, Non-Parental Custody, Paternity, Relocation Issues, Restraining Orders, and Community and Separate , I have litigation and transactional experience in Real Estate, Landlord-Tenant, and other Civil Litigation matters.. I am a native of the state of Iowa. I obtained my undergraduate degree at the University of Iowa and law degree from Creighton University. I am a member in good standing of the Iowa State Bar Association in addition to the Washington State Bar Association.. My typical first contact with a new client is via an initial consultation; that is a meeting of up to one (1) hour in duration and I offer the time at a discount from my normal hourly rate. (My normal hourly rate is $ per hour; I charge $ for the initial consultation.) The basic purpose of your initial consultation is for you to ask questions about my practice and the issue(s) that bring you to seek legal counsel and for me to understand your concerns and desires. Basic goals for the representation of your interests will be explored and I will answer questions to the extent I am able based on the information you provide during the meeting.. To help me to understand your needs, I suggest that you bring to the initial consultation copies of any recent court papers or other documents that you believe are relevant to your matter. However, do not worry if you are unable to gather these documents prior to the meeting. You can always send copies to me later. (Remember, you should always keep your original documents in a safe place.). At the time you schedule a consultation, please provide us with the name of the opposing party so that we can check for any conflicts of interest.. I look forward to serving you.. Sincerely,. Jennifer Ann Pearson. JENNIFER PEARSON PLLC. attorney at law. 2620 R W Johnson Blvd. SW, Suite 208. Tumwater, WA 98512. Tel.
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“how to think outside the box. I'd recommend her to anyone seeking counsel, 10/10.”
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“Jennifer has earned a reputation for practicing family law with compassion for her clients, integrity, and meticulous attention to the quality of her work. Knowing that she had thi…”
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