All KCCL Members - By Last Name
Virginia M. AmisGouras & Amis PLLC
20819 72nd Ave. S.
Suite 620
Kent, WA 98032
253-395-5552
253-395-1022, fax
Virginiaamis@seattle-divorce.com
www.seattle-divorce.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Carol E Bailey, Ms.
Carol Bailey & Associates, Integrative Family Law, P.L.L.C.
520 Pike
Suite 2230
Seattle, WA 98101
206.859.6800
206.859.6801, fax
cbaileymed@gmail.com
www.integrativefamilylaw.com
Having served for over 15 years as a Guardian ad Litem in complex family law cases, Ms. Bailey brings a unique perspective and creative solutions to the resolution of family law cases both as an attorney for the parties and as a child specialist.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
L. Brooks Baldwin, Collaborative Attorney/MediatorBaldwin Collaborative Law
17565 - 47th Ave. NE
Suite 100
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
206-307-2472
206-307-2472, fax
brooks@baldwincollaborativelaw.com
www.baldwincollaborativelaw.com
Providing compassion and dignity in guiding divorcing couples towards the mutual creation of workable divorce settlements. Our practice focuses exclusively on Collaborative Family Law, Mediation, and "Limited Scope Representation" (consulting/document preparation/limited representation in court). We help you reach agreement in your divorce and separation in a supportive, respectful and cost-effective manner, allowing you and your spouse to make the decisions about your future and your children's future - without going to court. We understand and respect your unique needs - we even make house calls. Complimentary 45-minute consultation for individuals dedicated to seeking a no-cou
Credentials: Member of Washington State Bar Association (1989); Member of KCCL (King County Collaborative Law); Member of IACP (International Association of Collaborative Professionals); UW School of Law Professional Mediation Training; Juris Doctor, Seattle University School of Law; Commissioned Stephen Minister.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Laura A. BanksReni & Banks, PS
Sunset Building
23607 Hwy 99, Suite 3D
Edmonds, WA 98026
206-542-1840 ext. 1
206-533-0794, fax
laura.bankslaw@comcast.net
www.renibanks.com
Family law practice since 1978 in private practice, as managing attorney representing GALs in King County juvenile dependency cases, and as a Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for King County. Currently practicing in both King and Snohomish Counties offering Creative Family Solutions through Collaborative Family Law and mediation.
Credentials: North Carolina Bar Association 1977, Washington State Bar Association 1978, King County Bar Association, King County Collaborative Law 2003-present, KCBA Collaborative Law Section, Board Member KCCL 2008-present, Cascadia Collaborative POD, North Sound Collaborative Law POD
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Sandra Barto, Attorney at Law and Mediator
9500 Roosevelt Way N.E.
Suite 301
Seattle, WA 98115
206-227-2545
206-525-5346, fax
bartolaw@comcast.net
www.bartolaw.com
Collaborative law's team approach allows people to resolve difficult issues in a safe environment and encourages the preservation of relationships and financial resources. My law practice is influenced and informed by my Master of Arts in Counseling and my considerable experience working and teaching in the field of mediation.
Credentials: MAEd, JD, Certified Mediator
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Lisa K. Barton
O'Brien, Barton, Wieck & Joe, PLLP
175 NE Gilman Blvd., Suite 100
Issaquah, WA 98027
425-391-7427
425-391-7489, fax
lisabarton@obrienlawfirm.net
www.obrienlawfirm.net
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Carol D Betts, Attorney
Law Offices of Carol D. Betts, P.S.
846 108th Ave NE
Ste 100
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-635-7737
425-635-7738, fax
cdbetts@seattlefamilylawyer.com
www.seattlefamilylawyer.com
Carol's practice is focused on assisting clients with respectful, practical and child centered solutions to family law disputes. She is a divorced parent and brings a perspective of life experience as well as legal experience to her practice.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Lorna L Bigsby, AttorneyLorna L. Bigsby, PLLC
2918 Colby Ave. Suite 201A
Everett WA 98201
425-258-6261
425-339-8450, fax
lorna@lbigsbylaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Kevin C Boileau, Dr.Dr. Kevin Boileau, Ph.D., J.D., LL.M.
323 16th Ave E, Suite 103
Seattle, WA 98112
206-853-2655
philx1960@aol.com
kevinboileau.com; boileaucr.com
I run a counseling/mediation practice for couples, individuals, and organizations. I employ traditional resolution techniques drawn from mediation practice, psychoanalysis, cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy, and collaborative practice. I am trained to serve as a coach in a collaborative law process. As a member of both the Colorado and California bar associations, a mediation and conflict resolution instructor, and a seasoned couples counselor, I have the experience, education, and training to help cooperatively negotiate all conflicts, large and small. My fees are negotiable, and they range from $155.00/hr - $425.00/hr depending upon the type of service.
Credentials: Bar licenses in California & Colorado Certified Mental Health Counselor, State of Washington Licensed Trainer DOL
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Mediator, Therapist
Karen Bonnell, ARNP, MSTransform Relationships - Teaching, Learning, Doing for Life
9 Lake Bellevue Drive, #106
Bellevue, WA 98005
425-454.4510
Karen@transformrelationships.com
www.transformrelationships.com
Over 25 years of experience doing work that inspires growth, promotes healthy relationships while navigating family transitions. Specializes in interpersonal communication -- transforming conflict, strengthening parenting skills, and healing through crisis. Karen has coached over 50 couples through their divorce process -- helping them co-create a satisfying future for themselves and their children.
Credentials: Board Certified Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Specialist; Divorce Mediation Training through Northwestern University 2006.
Collaborative Role(s): Coach
Leslie Bottimore
253-272-5653
leslie@bottimorelaw.com
Jennie Bouska-Coddington, CDFA, CDPP, Financial Divorce & Home Lending SpecialistEquitable Divorce Solutions, LLC
205 C Street NW
Auburn, WA 98001
2064988761
2532342217, fax
JBouskaCoddington@gmail.com
www.jenniebouskacoddington.com
As a Financial Divorce and Home Lending Specialist I help couples develop a comprehensive strategy that allows them the ability to exit their marriage fiscally intact. By paying special attention to a couples C.R.A.D.L.E.: Credit, Resolve, Assets, Dependants, Lifestyle and Estate, I specialize my focus on how the division of assets and liabilities affect them currently and in the future.
Credentials: Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Certified Divorce Planning Professional, Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist
Collaborative Role(s): Financial Specialist, Financial Planner
Mark D Bowen, Attorney at Law
2707 NE 60th Street
Seattle, WA 98115
206-910-8318
mbowenlaw@comcast.net
Credentials: Member: International Academy of Collaborative Professionals Certification: Title 26 Guardian ad Litem
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Ginger A. Boyle, Attorney/Mediator9100 Roosevelt Wy. NE #300
Seattle, WA 98115
206-525-7067
206-525-2310, fax
ginger@ahealingdivorce.com
www.ahealingdivorce.com
Ginger helps people turn divorce into a healing process. She practices mediation, collaboration and representation. She has been a divorce lawyer for 29 years and mediator for 21. She offers couples and/or individuals free phone consultations to find out if getting together in person makes sense.
Credentials: Juris Doctor, 1981, Divorce and parenting mediation training 1990
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Dr. Phil Brown, Marriage & Family Therapist
Beacon Couple & Family Therapy, LLC
The Pioneer Bldg., 600 First Ave.
Suite 516
Seattle, WA 98104
206-780-1036
bcft1@msn.com
www.beacontherapy.com
Dr. Brown is a 'Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist' with over 25 years experience counseling children, couples, and families.
Credentials: LMFT, Ph.D., AAMFT Clinical Member & Approved Supervisor
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Child Specialist, Mediator
Brian Brunkow, Attorney / Divorce Real Estate BrokerLaw Office of Brian Brunkow
11410 NE 124th Street, #428
Kirkland, WA 98034
206-687-3895
brian@brunkowlaw.com
www.brunkowlaw.com
For me, the collaborative process is about creating space and breathing room and encouraging individuals to develop flexible, personalized solutions. As an attorney and real estate broker with a mortgage compliance background, I assist clients either as [an attorney] or [real estate broker with Keller Williams - Kirkland] facing the difficult question of "what about the house?"
Credentials: Washington State Bar; King County Bar - Family Law Section; Eastside Legal Aid Project Volunteer - Family Law; Home Foreclosure Legal Aid Project Volunteer; Real Estate Broker - WA; Seattle University School of Law, Cum Laude Honors, Business Law Focus
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Other
Mimi Buescher
206-784-3049
mimi@seattledivorceservices.com
Susan E. CarrollLaw Offices of Susan Carroll, PLLC
6041 California Ave. SW, Suite 101
Seattle, WA 98136
206-452-5483
206-452-5688, fax
sc@susancarrolllaw.com
www.susancarrolllaw.com
Susan Carroll uses skill and compassion to assist her clients in reaching healthier resolutions for tough divorce issues.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Jamie ClausenPhinney Estate Law
751 N 75th Street
Seattle, WA 98103
206-459-1908
206-274-4930, fax
jamie@phinneyestatelaw.com
www.phinneyestatelaw.com
Jamie Clausen focuses her practice on Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, and Elder Law. Her firm, Phinney Estate Law, prides itself in its unique holistic approach. In additional to traditional negotiation and litigation the firm encourages clients to explore the potential of collaborative law representation, mediation, and conflict coaching.
Collaborative Role(s): Mediator, Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Christopher L Coggeshall, Mortgage Banker/BrokerCobalt Mortgage
11255 kirkland Way #100
Kirkland, WA 98033
206-713-9580
MLO - 176083
425-605-3247, fax
ccoggeshall@cobaltmortgage.com
www.chriscoggeshall.com
As a Senior Mortgage Banker/ Broker I provide a comprehensive inventory of competitively priced loan options that are available before, during and after your divorce is filed. Committed to the collaborative divorce model, I have been and continue to be a active participant in the collaborative community helping families divorce.
Credentials: Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist (CMPS), Certified Allied Professional
Collaborative Role(s): Mortgage Broker
Maureen A. Conroyd
Conroyd & Associates
411 West Mercer Street
Seattle, WA 98119
206 285 8856
206-285-3403, fax
moconroyd@comcast.net
As a divorce coach I help adults understand the intense and often the conflicting emotions accompanying families in transitions. I offer support to each adult from a commpassionate perspective. As a child specialist I assist parents in developing a shared residential schedule that is developmentally appropriate to the needs of the family.
Credentials: Maureen A. Conroyd has a Masters Degree in Social Work and is a licensed clinical social worder (LSCW). She is Board Certified Diplomate in clinical social work (BCD). She has completed Mental Health Training for Collaborative Professionals and is a nationally certified mediator. She is an active member of the International Academy of Certified Professionals (IACP). I have extensive experience working with adults, children and families in my clinical private practice.
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Child Specialist
Christina L. Corwin, AttorneyReed, Longyear, Malnati, & Ahrens PLLC
1415 Norton Building
801 Second Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104-1522
206-624-6271
206-624-6672, fax
ccorwin@rlmalaw.com
www.rlmalaw.com
Christina's practice as a family law attorney and child advocate is focused on healthy, respectful and efficient resolution of family disputes. She represents the interests of children and individuals with disabilities in her work as a Title 26 and Title 11 guardian ad litem. Prior to practicing law, Christina worked with children and families as a certificated teacher with endorsements in early childhood development.
Credentials: Attorney and King County Family Law GAL
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Don P. DesonierDesonier Law & Mediation Services, P.S.
5400 Carillon Pt.
Bldg. 5000, 4th Floor
Kirkland, WA 98033
(Online Map)
206-779-1634
206-588-2268, fax
don.desonier@me.com
www.desoniermediation.com
My practice includes: Family Mediation - As a neutral, I assist couples in having difficult conversations and coming to agreement in parenting and financial matters. Divorce Legal Coaching - I provide legal guidance to those who prefer limited and defined assistance in document preparation, negotiation, and navigating the legal system. FasTrack Divorce - A good, efficient fit when couples are high-functioning and are mostly in agreement on decisions about children and finances. Collaborative Law - For those who would benefit from the highest level of support from a legal, financial and mental health team of professionals.
Credentials: Licensed Member: Washington State Bar Association Member of: Washington State Bar Association Family Law Section King Count Bar Association Dispute Resolution Section & Collaborative Law Section King County Collaborative Law Collaborative Professionals of Washington State Washington Mediation Association
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Michael DitchikLaw Office of Michael Ditchik
20415 72nd Ave. S.
Suite 270
Kent, WA 98032
253-398-2600
253-398-2603, fax
mike@ditchiklawoffice.com
www.ditchiklawoffice.com
Credentials: JD, Boston University, 1987; member WSBA Family Law Section; member IACP; KCBA Board of Trustees; SKCBA Board of Trustees, Mentor KCBA Family Law Mentor Program, admitted to practice in Washington, New York, and Washington DC.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Michael V. FancherSeattle Divorce Services
2317 NW Market St.
Seattle, WA 98107
(Online Map)
206-784-3049
206-784-2681, fax
mike@seattledivorceservices.com
www.seattledivorceservices.com
I believe the best resolutions are those the parties create for themselves. My role is to help my clients develop the right solutions for themselves and their families. Collaboration allows this to happen in a safe and respectful environment.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Rachel Felbeck, Counselor at Law5400 Carillon Point
Building 5000, Suite 400
Kirkland, WA 98033
425-822-0283
425-576-4040, fax
rachel@felbecklaw.com
www.felbecklaw.com
I have been a practicing family law attorney since 1995, initially focusing on litigation. In 2003, I founded the Collaborative Law professional community in Washington State, which has since grown dramatically, as exhibited by the many Collaborative Law groups and associations that currently exist within the state. In 2006 I transitioned her practice to exclusively collaborative or cooperative cases and mediation. I have frequently presented on Collaborative Law to various legal and non-legal groups, and have been regularly training professionals on the Collaborative Law model since 2006.
Credentials: Admitted 1995 to the Washington State Bar - 1995 to the United States District Court, Western District of Washington Law School Seattle University, J.D. 1994; graduated cum laude Undergraduate College University of Delaware, B.A. in Political Science and History; 1983 Member Washington State Bar Association (Section Member of Family Law; Small and Solo Practice and Alternative Dispute Resolution Sections) WSBA Family Law Executive Committee Member 2005 - 2008 Washington Collaborative Law President 2003-2005; Board Member 2003-2009 King County Bar Association
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Cynthia R First, Ms.Port Gardner Law Group
2918 Colby Avenue, Suite 201
Everett, WA 98201
425-259-5100
425-789-1214, fax
cynthia@portgardnerlaw.com
www.portgardnerlaw.com
Author, Hunter-Gatherer Collaborative Practice, Family Court Review, Vol. 49, No. 2, April 2011 249-256. Speaker, Collaborative Professionals of Washington Annual Conference, 2010.
Credentials: International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Washington State Bar Association, Former Member - Washington State Bar Association Family Law Executive Committee (statewide elected position), Collaborative Professionals of Washington, Board Member - King County Collaborative Law, Cypress Collaborative Solutions, North Sound Collaborative Law
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Jennifer A. Forquer
Carol Bailey & Associates, PLLC
901 Fifth Avenue
Suite 2800
Seattle, WA 98164
(Online Map)
206-859-6800
206-859-6801, fax
jforquer@integrativefamilylaw.com
www.integrativefamilylaw.com
Credentials: Member of King County Collaborative Law, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, King County Bar Assoc.(family law section), Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Assoc.(family law section)and American Bar Association. Member of WA Bar Assoc. since 1995 and of the MD Bar since 2001. BV Peer Review rating Martindale-Hubbell.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Stephen M. Gaddis, Comm.Gaddis Mediation & Arbitration
Suite B-1, # 177
15600 NE 8th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008
206-465-3500
425-671-8097, fax
stephengaddis@comcast.net
www.GaddisMediation.com
As a retired judge of 27 years and former law professor of conflict resolution, I provide Mediation, Arbitration and Consultation services to families and lawyers as alternatives to court action.
Credentials: Juris Doctor, University of Washington, Faculty, Washington Judicial College, Faculty, Seattle University Law School Retired Superior Court Judge, Commissioner Board, Assoc of Family & Conciliation Courts Chair, Washington State Child Support Schedule Commission Member, Parenting Act Drafting Committee
Collaborative Role(s): Mediator, Other
Leslie J. Garrison, AttorneyThe Schwarz - Garrison Law Firm
119 First Avenue South, Suite 320
Seattle, WA 98104
206-622-9909
206-622-6636, fax
leslie@newwaylaw.com
newwaylaw.com
Providing creative solutions for dissolutions and other family law issues. Mediation services in employer/employee labor disputes.
Credentials: J.D. Univerity of Oregon, practicing attorney since 1988, trained in collaborative solutions and mediated dispute resolution. Experience working with high conflict personalities.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Robert N. Getz, Mr.
Robert N. Getz, P.S.
3102 Rockefeller Ave.
Everett, WA 98201-4029
425.405.1300
425.388.0247, fax
robertg@rgetzlaw.com
www.rgetzlaw.com
Family Law, Real Estate, Probate, Personal Injury
Credentials: WSBA, WCAJ, IACP, KCBA, KCCL, SCBA, SCBA-FLS, NSCL
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Probate and Elder Law Attorney, Other Civil Attorney
Lisa M. Gilmore, Attorney at Law
Helsell Fetterman
1001 Fourth Ave.
Suite 4200
Seattle, WA 98111-3846
206-689-2160
206-340-0902, fax
lgilmore@helsell.com
www.helsell.com
Experienced in a variety of family law matters, including divorce, domestic partnership, paternity, parenting and support matters.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Susan K. Goplen
Socius Law Group PLLC
Two Union Square
601 Union Street Ste. 4950
Seattle, WA 98101
206-838-9116
206-838-9117, fax
sgoplen@sociuslaw.com
www.sociuslaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Anne L. Gould, Attorney, Mediator, GAL (for children)
Anne L.W. Gould Legal Department
9500 Roosevelt Way N.E. Suite #301
Seattle, WA 98115
206-623-1719
1-866-317-2292
206-766-8321, fax
alwgould@hotmail.com
AnneGould.com
Compassionate listening, attention to detail, and an understanding of children's and parents needs marks her work. Most issues of law can be calmly and respectfully resolved. Experience ranges from family owned businesses, to non-traditional families. Complex issues to simple, resolutions can be found!
Credentials: Attorney, Guardian Ad Litem for children, Mediator, Collaborative Professional
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Celia L Griffin, CPA, CDFACelia Griffin, CPA, PLLC
19203 36th Ave W, Ste 208
Lynnwood, WA 98036
425-771-4574
425-329-8122, fax
celia@celiagriffincpa.com
www.celiagriffincpa.com
CDFA's help clients determine the short term and long term financial impact of any proposed divorce settlement. They also provide valuable information on financial issues that are related to the divorce, such as tax consequences, dividing pension plans, continued health care coverage, stock option elections and much more. CDFA's also help attorneys by helping the client make financial sense of proposals. CDFA's offer attorneys the tools they need to assist their clients.
Credentials: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
Collaborative Role(s): Financial Specialist
Billie L Grissom, Attorney at LawBillie Grissom Law, PLLC
18221 102nd Ave NE
Bothell, WA 98011
425-286-1110
425-286-1111, fax
billieg@billiegrissomlaw.com
www.billiegrissomlaw.com
Billie L. Grissom received her Juris Doctor from Seattle University School of Law, and her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Washington. Ms. Grissom has been involved with the local collaborative law movement since 2005, and she is a founding member of Cypress Collaborative Solutions. Collaborative law and resolving disputes with dignity are her life's work. Her solo family law practice is focused on peacemaking and is limited to out of court settlement options.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Lori L. Guzzo
Socius Law Group PLLC
Two Union Square
601 Union Street Ste. 4950
Seattle, WA 98101
206-838-9100
206-838-9101, fax
lguzzo@sociuslaw.com
www.sociuslaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Richard K. Hart, Attorney
Hart Schoener Bliss, P.S.
12535 15th Ave NE
Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98125
206-524-3348
(206) 524-0363, fax
knewman@HSBlawyers.com
www.HSBlawyers.com
Richard K. Hart has over 20 years of Family Law experience in the Seattle area. Mr. Hart's practice focuses on wealth division and long term marriage with emphasis on issues such as real estate, retirement assets and property disputes. Mr. Hart is a graduate of the University of Washington School of Law and brings a wealth of both compassion and technical knowledge to each new case.
Credentials: 7 Years as a King County Superior Court Family Law Volunteer Settlement Conference Master
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator, Other Civil Attorney
Trip Hart
360-825-5581
Trip@TX3.net
Marty HawkinsSamaritan Center of Puget Sound
1328 S 290th Pl
Federal Way, WA 98003
2067191628
mhawkeye65@yahoo.com
samaritanps.org
Specializes in helping clients resolve difficult issues and getting unstuck during challenging negotiations. Uses an interest-based approach that focuses on conciliation and win-win solutions that preserve relationships. Serves as a mediator, divorce/conflict coach or consultant in conflict resolution. Brings over 20 years of experience in working through tough negotiations.
Credentials: Certified Mediator through Washington Mediation Association and Pierce County Center for Dispute Resolution
Collaborative Role(s): Mediator
Elizabeth Hershman-Greven, Senior Associate AttorneyMcKinley Irvin, PLLC
425 Pike St., Ste. 500
Seattle, WA 98101
206-625-9600
206-223-1999, fax
elizabeth@mckinleyirvin.com
www.mckinleyirvin.com
I strive to help people find positive, thoughtful, and efficient solutions tailored to their specific situations. I enjoy working with people in both traditional and non-traditional families, including those in unmarried and/or same-gendered relationships.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Peggy Hoban, Attorney at Law9500 Roosevelt Way, NE, Suite 301
Seattle, WA 98115
(206)624-2242
(206)525-5346, fax
peggy@hobanlaw.com
www.hobanlaw.com; www.seattleintegrativemediation.com
I assist clients through the transitions of divorce in a compassionate, intelligent and cost-effective manner. I have extensive cross-cultural experience and speak Spanish.
Credentials: J.D.; Washington State Bar Association; King County Bar Association; Current Board Member of King County Collaborative Law; 2010-11 Co-Chair of King County Collaborative Law Family Law Section.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Holly Hohlbein5400 Carillon Point
Kirkland, WA 98033
425-576-4194
hollyh@hhattorney.com
www.hhattorney.com
Collaborative law helps separating couples design a solution that fits their unique needs while preserving relationships into the future. An experienced collaborative attorney can help maximize the benefit of this powerful process.
Credentials: Univer. of Colorado at Boulder (B.A. Environmental Conservation 1982); McGeorge School of Law, Seattle Univ. School of Law (J.D., magna cum laude 1989); Univ. of Washington (Certifications in Family Law and Mediation); Collaborative Law training (beginning to advanced, 2003-present) Harvard Law School(Advanced Negotiations, 2008); Collaborative Law leader, trainer, author and presenter.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Cheryl D Hubbell, Certified Mortgage Planning SpecialistCobalt Mortgage Co.
11255 Kirkland Way
Suite 100
Kirkland, WA 98033
206-909-4936
MLO - 176331
425-605-3248, fax
cheryl.hubbell@cobaltmortgage.com
www.cherylhubbell.com
As a Senior Mortgage Banker/Broker for over 20 years I have provided mortgage consultation and loan options for those navigating through a divorce. I can assist in determining you and your spouse's outstanding debt, and resolve questions about your credit and future financing options. I am committed to my clients and the Collaborative process.
Credentials: CMPS, Licensed WA Mortgage Broker
Collaborative Role(s): Mortgage Broker
Debbie Jaeger
206-718-0202
Djaeger@sellingseattle.com
John R JamesSpecial Solutions
4030 Lake Washington Blvd NE
Suite 208
Kirkland, WA 98044
425-889-7487
425-822-7959, fax
john@specialsolutions.org
www.specialsolutions.org
John R. James brings over forty years of experience in the financial services industry. In addition to the financial services industry he has the added expertise of working with families with special need children. Theirs is a unique situation and besides his own personal experience he has been trained and has access to tools in overcoming obstacles. The first step is to obtain a clear understanding of all the issues then to mold in a collaborative manner the issues related to the divorce process.
Credentials: Certified Financial Planner, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
Collaborative Role(s): Financial Specialist
Teena A Johnson
Law Office of Teena Johnson
3315 S. 23rd St., Ste. 109
(also in Federal Way)
Tacoma, Washington 98405
253-815-6696
253-322-3230, fax
teena@justice.com
www.teenajohnson.com
Offices in Federal Way and Tacoma
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Adrienne Keith, Attorney and MediatorKeith Law & Mediation
1421 - 34th Ave, Suite 210
Seattle, WA 98122
206-523-3047
206-219-6714, fax
Ak@KeithLawAndMediation.com
www.KeithLawAndMediation.com
I help couples and families work toward win-win outcomes using mediation, collaboration and/or negotiation.
Credentials: Member, WSBA
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Mary E. Kooistra, Ms.
Berkey & Kooistra
10829 NE 68th St
Kirkland, WA 98033
425-822-6311
425-803-3026, fax
mkooistra@berkeykooistra.com
berkeykooistra.com
Over 32 years of experience in family law and probate matters.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Brad A LancasterLancaster Law Office
17503 Tenth Ave. NE
Shoreline, WA 98155
206-367-3122
888-367-3122
206-367-3109, fax
brad@lancasterlawoffice.com
lancasterlawoffice.com
I help marital partners dissolve their marriages with less trauma to their children and one another. I help parties facing end of life issues to manage their affairs. I help bereaved families probate the estates of loved ones.
Credentials: Attorney
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator, Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Kristyna Larch, Attorney
Law Offices of Michael W. Bugni & Associates, P.L.L.C.
11300 Roosevelt Way N.E. Suite 300
Seattle, WA 98125
2063655500
206.363.8067, fax
kristy@lawgate.net
http://www.lawgate.net/attorneys.asp
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Virginia A. LeenAttorney at Law
5400 Carillon Point
Bldg. 5000, 4th Fl.
Kirkland, WA 98033
425-576-4071
425-820-7974, fax
VirginiaLeen@gmail.com
www.virginialeenlaw.com
Offering options for low conflict divorce.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Kurt Lichtenberg
10900 NE 4th Street
Suite 1500
Bellevue, WA 98004-4448
425-455-3787
425-455-3713, fax
klichti@aol.com
www.Lichtenberglaw.com
Credentials: Also Member Montana, Alaska Bar Assns.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Linda Lillevik
(206) 859-4550
lindalillevik@careylillevik.com
Kristin LittleKristin Little Counseling
600 N 36th St Suite 327
Seattle, WA 98103
206-295-8673
kristinlittlecounseling@gmail.com
www.kristinlittlecounseling.com
Bringing forth the voice of the child has been the center of my work for 16 years as a mental health counselor. Experienced in the collaborative divorce process, my role as a child specialist is to convey to parents and/or their collaborative divorce team, the unique experience and needs of their children and suggest practices that increase the resilience of the family as a whole. The goal of my work is to support parents in building a cooperative parenting relationship and creating a child-centered parenting schedule that fulfills the future vision they hold for their family.
Credentials: MS, MA, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Child Mental Health Specialist
Collaborative Role(s): Child Specialist
Rochelle R. Long, Child Specialist/Divorce Coach/Co Parent Counselor/ ReunificationLong Counseling and Evaluation Services, PLLC
2722 Colby Ave
Suite 635
98201
2068532224
425-374-8273, fax
Rochelle_long@yahoo.com
www.longcounseling.com
Rochelle is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has been working with children and families for over 12 years. Rochelle has training through the PETP program instructed and directed by Andrew Benjamin, JD, PhD. She has worked closely with Barry Nyman, PhD that works with children, families, and family law. Rochelle conducts co parent counseling, children advocacy and therapy, family reunification, divorce coaching, parenting evaluations, and many more services. She loves working with children and families and enjoys the rewards when families are able to solve their own issues.
Credentials: Rochelle graduated from Sage University in Albany, New York with her Masters in Counseling. She has been working on her PhD in Clinical Psychology since 2005. Rochelle is a License Mental Health therapist. She has training through the PETP program. Rochelle has received training through Collaborative Law, Mediation training, conflict resolution training, and continuous training with conflict in families, families of origin, and developmental psychology.
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Child Specialist, Mediator, Therapist
Joseph A Losi, MA, LMFTA1800 Westlake Ave N
Suite 303
Seattle, WA 98109
206-595-2577
206-286-9839, fax
joseph@josephlosi.com
www.josephlosi.com
Divorce is never an easy process. There will be conflict. It can ignite old trauma. I will work with you to hold onto your dignity, de-fuse conflict, build new boundaries, learn new trust, self-respect and begin the process of creating a healthy two household family.
Credentials: MA in Couple Family Therapy, Antioch University Seattle, WA State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, Collaborative Law Divorce Coach, Member American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists, Member International Academy of Collaborative Professionals
Collaborative Role(s): Coach
Anne R. Lucas, MA LMHC, Coach
The Evergreen Clinic
13128 Totem Lake Blvd
Suite 206
Kirkland, WA 98032
425-890-3222
425-823-1231, fax
alucasma@hotmail.com
alucasma@hotmail.com
Anne Lucas has over 15 years in private practice working with couples. As a divorce coach, she guides couples through dismantling the ties that bound them together. The coaching identifies problem patterns and areas that might get in the way as the couple navigates the complex and painful transitions through the emotional, legal and financial pieces of the divorce. And, at the same time, she works with the couple to begin building skills that will help create their preferred post-divorce relationship and the new family configuration.
Credentials: Masters Degree from Bastyr University in Systems Conseling Licensed Mental Health Counselor, WA Approved Supervisor in WA state
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Mediator, Therapist
Jack Mahler1900 129th Ave. SE
Bellevue, WA 98005
206-371-9972
je62mahler@hotmail.com
I have over 20 years of experience in Family Law and have worked on cases with most of the current Collaborative Law Attorneys. I practice as a child specialist, mediator, parenting evaluator and co-parenting coordinator. I have extensive experience in alcohol and drug treatment, mental health, domestic violence, child abuse, child advocacy, and elder issues.
Credentials: Certified Mediator - Washington Mediation Association King County Family Law GAL
Collaborative Role(s): Child Specialist, Mediator
Gwen C. Mathewson, Attorney at Law2003 Western Avenue, Suite 330
Seattle, WA 98121
206 447-4348
206 448-2252, fax
gwen@mathewsonlaw.com
www.mathewsonlaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Andrew May
425-454-3313
andyhmay@gmail.com
Alexandra (Xana) Moore-WulsinStrata Law Group, PLLC
601 Union Street
Suite 3100
Seattle, WA 98101-3154
206-682-6826
amoore-wulsin@stratalawgroup.com
www.stratalawgroup.com
Xana, an attorney for 24 years, empowers clients to identify long term goals and objectives and to focus on those as they move through the collaborative law process. As a result, relationships may be preserved in a time of legal transition (dissolution, separation, probate, or guardianship), damaging conflict can be prevented, and the client is supported to create an enduring settlement along the path. A King County Collaborative Law board member, a member of the Civil Practice Group, and a past chair of Seattle Family Collaborative Law, Alexandra brings a holistic and collaborative practice to family law and to elder law.
Credentials: Member Washington State Bar Assosciation (including section memberships), King County Bar Assosciation (including section memberships), Federal District Court for the Western District of Washington, Trained mediator and title 11 Guardian ad Litem
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator, Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Michael B. Moss, Certified Valuation Analyst, Financial Analyst, Certified Public Accountant
Hanlin Moss Group, P.S.
1411 4th Ave. #410
Seattle, Wa. 98101
206-623-3200
206-623-3222, fax
mike@hanlinmoss.com
www.hanlinmoss.com
Collaborative Role(s): Financial Specialist
Dominik Musafia
Reed, Longyear, Malnati & Ahrens, PLLC
801 Second Ave.
Suite 1415
Seattle, WA 98104
206-624-6271
206-624-6672, fax
dmusafia@rlmalaw.com
www.rlmalaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Other Civil Attorney
Toni Napoli
206-938-5947
toni@lifehealingtn.com
Jason S. Newcombe, Mr.Law Offices of Jason S. Newcombe
600 First Avenue, Suite #435
Seattle
206-624-3644
206-624-3677, fax
legalboyj@yahoo.com
www.seattle-collaborative-divorce.com
We help our clients focus on constructive problem solving rather than finger pointing, adversarial bargaining and court imposed solutions. Our team provides the benefits of attorney assistance while avoiding the adversarial environment and negative impact of litigation. Our collaborative divorce practice is designed to maximize settlement options for the spouses and their children, and to minimize or eliminate the negative economic, psychological, and emotional consequences of litigation.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Serin Ngai, AttorneyOlympic Law Group, PLLP
1221 E. Pike Street
Suite 205
Seattle, WA 98122
206-527-2500
206-527-7100, fax
serin@olympiclaw.com
www.olympiclaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Other Civil Attorney
Leigh Noffsinger, Attorney
P.O. Box 11444
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
206-465-3047
leigh_noffsinger@comcast.net
www.bainbridgecollaborativedivorce.com
Credentials: President, Kitsap Collaborative Law Alliance; Member, King County Collaborative Law; Volunteer, KCCL Ad Hoc Marketing Committee; Member, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals; Volunteer of the Year, King County Family Law Mentor Program, 2009; Former President, Madrona School Board of Directors, 2009-2011; J.D. with Honors, University of Washington School of Law, 2000; Order of the Coif, Washington Law Review Notes & Comments Editor.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Gail B Nunn
O'Loane Nunn & Guthrie
2707 Colby Ave, Ste 1204
PO Box 5519
Everett, WA 98201
425-258-6860
425-259-6224, fax
gail.nunn@onglaw.com
onglaw.com
Gail B. Nunn is a founding partner at OLoane Nunn Law Group PLLC. She brings 24 years of experience and wisdom to her clients in helping them resolve their family law matters. Recognizing how destructive litigation is to family relationships, Ms. Nunn believes that the divorcing partners can reach durable agreements through collaborative process that are unique to each families needs. She listens to her clients and cares about their future.
Credentials: Mom, wife, sister, daughter, friend and... Washington State Bar Association American Bar Association Snohomish County Bar Association Washington Women Lawyers Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County board member Snohomish County Legal Services volunteer Snohomish County Equal Access to Justice award in 2000 David Kastle Pro Bono award in 2006 St Thomas More Parish
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Susan M O'Brian, Attorney at LawLaw Offices of Susan Millican O'Brian & Associates, PS
7525 166th Ave. NE
Suite D230
Redmond, WA 98052-7828
425-869-8067
425-869-4444, fax
susan@smobrian.com
www.smobrian.com
Susan Millican O'Brian is the founder of the Law Offices of Susan Millican O'Brian & Associates, PS. She practices exclusively in the area of family law. Ms. O'Brian has represented clients in many cases involving significant property interests, as well as spousal maintenance, parenting, and child support issues. Ms. O'Brian is committed to her clients, and listens to their concerns and goals. She has developed an effective style of paying meticulous attention to detail, and assisting her clients in the best approach to their situation.
Credentials: Licensed in the State of Washington since 1986; member of the ABA & Family Law Section; the WSBA & Family Law Section; the KCBA & Family Law Section; the Snohomish County Bar Association & Family Law Section; Completed Collaborative Law Training in 2005; member of King County Collaborative Law and International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Michele M O'Loane, AttorneyLaw Office of Michele M. O'Loane
1604 Hewitt Avenue
Suite 301
Everett, Washington 98201
(Online Map)
425-252-5020
425-252-5793, fax
michele.oloane@oloanelaw.com
www.oloanelaw.com
Credentials: J.D., Seattle University School of Law; B.A., Fairhaven College at Western Washington University; North Sound Collaborative Divorce, founding and current board member; Collaborative Professionals of Washington, sustaining member; International Academy of Collaborative Practitioners, member; Annette Tupper Award for Service to Domestic Violence Victims; David Kastle Pro Bono Award; selected for 2011 Rising Star list for Family Lawyers.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Eugene Oliver
206-547-1400
oliver@holmancahill.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Yoshimi Pelczarski, LICSW, ACSW(206) 683-2754
yoshimip@gmail.com
Yoshimi specializes in working with children, teens and families. Her areas of expertise include: Inter-racial/Inter-cultural marriage, child maltreatment, PTSD, attachment issues, and family systems assessment. She is a skilled interviewer and psycho-social evaluator. As a trained clinical social worker, she understands the interconnectedness of person/family and environment. In addition, as a person of color, Yoshimi has a keen awareness of how cultural norms and traditions influence family dynamics. She appreciates the complexity and challenges of parenting after divorce and hopes to help parents to develop effective communication and practical problem solving skills. Yoshimi is fluent
Credentials: Masters degree in Social Work from University of Washington, Academy of Certified Social Workers by National Association of Social Workers, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker from State of Washington, and Certificate in Child and Adolescent Mental Health from University of Washington. She has had numerous hours of post graduate training in areas of PTSD, Child maltreatment, attachment, and family systems theory. She has completed Title 26 Family Law Guardian ad Litem training as well as basic mediation training. She is a published author on the subject of child maltreatment.
Collaborative Role(s): Child Specialist
Anne K Perry, CoachIntegral Business Coach
4505 44th Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98116
425-466-4842
206-932-0332, fax
annekperry116@comcast.net
www.integral-business-coach.com
I am a development coach, specializing in communication, conflict, transition, awareness
Credentials: Doctorate of Educational Leadership; LMHC-WA; Member of The American Association of Pastoral Counsel
Collaborative Role(s): Coach
Sharon Powell
425-736-4893
sharon@sharonpowell.com
Karin QuirkKarin Quirk, Attorney at Law
5400 Carillon Point
Kirkland, WA 98033
425-289-0293
425-289-0293
karin@karinquirk.com
www.divorceforgrownups.net
Empowering couples to dissolve their marriage in a respectful and cooperative way. Save Money, Time, Emotional Trauma. Karin Quirk is an experienced family law attorney focusing on settling dissolutions in a non-adversarial manner that allows the couple to move on with their lives with as little emotional baggage as possible. Fair and Effective and at your pace, putting you in control of the outcome. Free consultation available.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Lisa S. Reed, Attorney
Law Office of Lisa S. Reed, PLLC
1155 N 82nd Street
Seattle, Washington 98103
206-628-0890
206-233-1919, fax
lisa@reedfamilylaw.com
Credentials: JD
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Kristilyn Reese, Attorney
Law Offices of Gregory Rooney and Reese
Skyline Tower
10900 NE 4th St. Suite 2300
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-452-3870
425-452-3874, fax
kristilyn.reese@grrlegal.com
www.grrlegal.com
I focus on providing clients with the education, information and support so that they can make the best choice for their situation.
Tara K. Richardson
Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson, PLLC
2600 Two Union Square
601 Union Street
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 654-2483
(206) 624-1230, fax
richardson@lasher.com
www.lasher.com
Credentials: J.D.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Joanna T RothLaw Office of Joanna Roth
150 Nickerson Street
Suite 103
Seattle, WA 98109
206 229 3258
206 299 4114, fax
joanna@rothattorney.com
www.rothattorney.com
My goal of giving my clients respectful and compassionate guidance means that I make an honest effort to understand my clients circumstances, their hopes, and their preferred outcomes. I understand first-hand how hard divorce can be, and have seen how hard it is for a child. At times, disputes are so painful that clients feel compelled to escalate conflict. I listen carefully and deeply to my clients in order to achieve their long-term goals.
Credentials: JD
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Kathleen L Royer, MediatorNorthwest Family Mediation & Consultation
1001 Fourth Avenue, Suite 3200
Seattle, WA 98154
206.684.9460
kroyer@nwfamilymediation.com
www.nwfamilymediation.com
I offer mediation for divorcing couples who are pursuing a collaborative or cooperative process. While practicing family law in the Seattle area since 1992, I developed experience in complicated parenting and non-parental custody matters and extensive experience in special education, dependency, guardianships and complex property distrubutions. I am committed to creative outcomes for families that reduce conflict and reflect their goals and values.
Collaborative Role(s): Mediator
Jennifer C RydbergAttorney at Law
8407 S. 259th St., Suite 203
Kent, WA 98030-7536
425-235-5535
253.852.0400, fax
jenny@jcrlaw.com
www.jcrlaw.com/
My collaborative, creative, and positive solutions-oriented, non-adversarial approach to law has benefitted my family law, estate planning and probate clients for over 30 years. To the process of solving and preventing family problems, I bring compassion, dignity and respect, and am fully trained in both mediation and collaborative approaches to resolving disputes. Active in Boy Scouts and a Commissioner for Maple Valley Fire & Life Safety, I am very familiar with available community resources and the unique needs of children and families, including challenges presented by disabilities and mental health issues. Lower cost legal coaching and unbundled legal services are also provided.
Credentials: Attorney since 1978, Rotarian, King County Superior Court Family Law Volunteer Settlement Conference Master since 1996, Commissioner for Maple Valley Fire & Life Safety, past board member of Tahoma School District, Kent Valley Youth Services, & Domestic Abused Women's Network. In 2006, I co-authored with Don Desonier the Unbundled Legal Services -- Collaborative Law chapter of the WSBA Family Law Deskbook.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Mary Sakaguchi, AttorneyLaw Office of Mary S.W. Sakaguchi, PLLC
11120 NE 2nd Street
Suite 201
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-456-1840
425-420-264, fax
mary@sakaguchilaw.com
www.sakaguchilaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Camille J. Schaefer, AttorneySchaefer Law PLLC
P.O. Box 5668
Kent, WA 98064
206-356-5673
camille@schaeferlaw.net
www.schaeferlaw.net
Camille educates and empowers clients to make decisions and resolve conflict with their long-term well-being in mind. Camille works with clients throughout the greater Seattle area including in South King County. In addition to providing full-service representation in Collaborative and cooperative family law cases, Camille offers unbundled legal services to clients who might not otherwise be able to afford an attorney or who desire to represent themselves with the help of an attorney consultant.
Credentials: Attorney at Law
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Catherine Schatzel, Mediator, Trainer, and Communications & Career CounselorCompassionate Resolutions
10030 36th Ave. SW
Seattle, WA 98146
206-369-1239
cschatzel@aol.com
www.collaborativepractice.com/_t.asp?T=Profile&PID=1986166049
Experienced mediator of complex, diverse cases, including workplace issues, divorces and domestic partner disputes involving difficult parenting, financial, and cultural issues. In addition, brings over 25 years of HR recruitment, training, and coaching/counseling experience. Supports clients with compassion and sensitivity in analyzing their work history to determine their desired career direction, assists them in the job search, preparing resumes, and development of interview skills.
Collaborative Role(s): Career Counselor, Mediator
andrew schwarzThe Schwarz-Garrison Law Firm
119 First Ave. S.
Suite 320
Seattle, WA 98104
206-622-9909
206-622-6636, fax
andrew@newwaylaw.com
newwaylaw.com
We are a small, client oriented firm, providing high quality legal representation in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Defense, and Civil Litigation. We have training and experience in Mediation, Collaborative Law, and other forms of ADR.
Credentials: There is nothing more satisfying than bringing distressed people through the most challenging period of their adult lives- shifting the focus from fear to expectation; watching them build the skills that will take them into a satisfying future. Collaborative Law works and it is changing lives for the better.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Other Civil Attorney
Kevin R ScudderLaw Offices of Kevin R. Scudder
9706 4th Avenue NE
Suite 320
Seattle, WA 98115-2199
206-524-7828
206-524-1302, fax
kevin@scudderlaw.net
http://www.scudderlaw.net/
The collaborative process is a constructive approach to the dissolution process rather than relying on the courts through litigation. As a family law attorney with over twenty years of family law experience and training in both mediation and the collaborative approach to resolving disputes, I can help you to fully appreciate the benefits of the collaborative process.
Credentials: J.D.; Mediator; WSBA; KCBA; ABA; KCBA Collaborative Law Section Co-Chair; KCBA Family Law; KCCL; Cypress Collaborative Solutions; Compass; Cascadia (Treasurer).
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Justin M Sedell, Senior Associate Attorney
McKinley Irvin, PLLC
425 Pike Street, Ste. 500
Seattle, WA 98101
206-625-9600
206-223-1999, fax
justin@mckinleyirvin.com
www.mckinleyirvin.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Kelly Shanks, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
2910 East Madison Street
Suite 110
Seattle, WA 98112
206 412-0697
kelly.shanks@comcast.net
www.kellyshanks.com
Credentials: M.Ed., LMHC
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Child Specialist, Mediator
Jeff D. Shushan, MA, LMHC, Collaborative Divorce Coach, Marriage & Family Therapist, MediationLegacy Counseling, Coaching & Training
1818 Westlake Ave N
#410
Seattle, WA
206-298-9555
legacycounstrain@mac.com
legacycounselingandtraining.com
How you approach your Divorce, may help you create a 'Legacy', that still matters. Jeff brings over 30 years of experience working with relationships and personal growth, to Collaborative Divorce Coaching. He specializes in helping couples resolve conflict, in the context of co-creating a vision for a positive and transformed future. You can feel empowered with support, as you navigate your way through a respectful Divorce and Family Planning process.
Credentials: MA, LMHC, Couples/Family Therapy & Mediation
Collaborative Role(s): Coach
Teresa M SiskCollaborative Financial Strategies
200 W. Mercer
Ste. E-410
Seattle, WA 98119
206-285-1073
206-826-9168, fax
teresa@cofist.com
www.cofist.com
As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst working in a Collaborative Law Environment, Teresa works with couples that value preserving family, relationships and dignity throughout the dissolution process. She has been trained in the financial and emotional issues relating to divorce. She is committed to helping couples make financial decisions that support their families and futures.
Credentials: CDFA
Collaborative Role(s): Financial Specialist
Marguerite (Maggie) C SmithFlexx Law, PS
1215 Fourth Ave, Suite 940
Seattle WA 98161
206 343 6362
maggie@flexxlaw.com
www.flexxlaw.com
Flexx Law, PS offers collaborative solutions to family law and closely held business clients
Credentials: JD; LLB Hons
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator, Other Civil Attorney
Susanna Southworth
206-552-4051
susanna@westseattlefamilylaw.net
Melissa Storch, Attorney at LawStorch Law Group, PLLC
5400 Carillon Point
Kirkland, WA 98033
425.941.5936
melissa@storchlaw.com
www.collaborativefamily.com
Melissa offers creative problem-solving to family law issues through collaborative, cooperative, and FasTrack processes. She is passionate about providing pathways for families in transition by offering new ways for dispute resolution.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Loretta S. Story, Attorney, MediatorStory Law / Eastside Collaborative Law Center
1407 116th Ave. N.E.
Suite 210
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-688-1159
425-671-0186, fax
lstory@storylaw.com
www.storylaw.com
Loretta is an experienced Family Law practitioner and mediator, who assists clients with creative, positive resolutions for their individual needs through the collaborative process. Loretta seeks to maintain the family dignity during the transitional period and the future. Founder and Co-Chair of Collaborative Law Section of King County Bar Assoc.; former King County Bar Assoc. Trustee; Eastside King County Bar Assoc. Trustee; Board Member of Eastside Legal Assistance Program; and Board Member/officer of King County Collaborative Law; selected Seattle Met's Top Family Law Attorneys for 2010; awarded the WSBA's "Local Hero Award" in 2011 for outstanding service to the Bar and King County resi
Credentials: B.S. Psychology; Cert. Social Work; Washington State Bar Assoc.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Courtney A StoryStory Law
1407 116th Ave NE, Ste 210
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-688-1159
425-671-0186, fax
cstory@storylaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
David A. Strickland, Attorney at Law1100 Dexter Ave. N.
Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98109
206.420.8036
stricklandlaw@comcast.net
stricklandlaw.us
For twenty five years I have helped clients find effective solutions to their family law, business, probate and real estate concerns.
Credentials: I am a trained collaborative attorney and mediator. I am a member of American Bar Association Dispute Resolution and Family Law Sections, the Washington State Bar Association Dispute Resolution and Family Law Sections, the King County Bar Association Collaborative Law (former Co-Chair),Dispute Resolution, Real Estate and Probate sections,King County Collaborative Law, Chair of the Civil Practice Group and member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator, Probate and Elder Law Attorney, Other Civil Attorney
Laura A. Sutkus, Ms.Sutkus Law Firm, PLLC
705 Second Ave.
Suite 1300
Seattle, WA 98104
206-388-0024
206-623-2186, fax
laura@sutkuslawfirm.com
www.sutkuslawfirm.com
Collaborative law is a natural segue in a career of dispute resolution. Cases over the years have included general civil litigation, personal injury claims, some products liability cases and estate work, and the last 20 years of specialty work in all types of family law cases. Experience in mediation and arbitration naturally led to an interest in collaborative law and interactive participation in the healing process of resolution.
Credentials: B.A. Beloit College, 1979 J.D. University of Wisconsin, 1984 Editor in Chief, Wisconsin International Law Journal, 1984 Admitted to Wisconsin Bar, 1984 Admitted to Washington Bar, 1987 Arbitrator, King County Mandatory Arbitration Panel, 2001- 2010, U.W. Mediation Training, 1994 Collaborative Law Training, 2008
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Janice M. Sutter, Ms.
Attorney at Law
4616 25th NE #146
Seattle, WA 98105
(Online Map)
206-464-4149
206-464-4202, fax
sutterlaw@yahoo.com
sutterlaw.com
Credentials: BA, Whitman College
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Debra Synovec, Mediator, Attorney, MediatorWhole Mediation, Inc.
2711 East Madison Stree, Suite 204-A
Seattle, WA 98112
206-568-5337
debra@wholemediation.com
www.wholemediation.com
Providing mediation services for divorce, domestic partnership, estate planning, probate, real estate development, employment and partnership dissolution cases for over 22 years. Debra bridges legal, financial and emotional issues by combining her experience as an attorney, CPA and social worker. Her mediation style invites people to resolve disputes in a cooperative, respectful, dignified manner in order to reach optimal outcomes.
Credentials: JD; CPA (inactive status); Association of Conflict Resolution Advanced Practitioner Member; Certified by mediate.com; Harvard Negotiation Insight Initiative; WMA Certified Mediator
Collaborative Role(s): Mediator
Darcia C. Tudor
Eastside Mediation & Mental Health
5400 Carillon Point
Kirkland, WA 98033
206-547-3166
425-883-4751, fax
darciatudor@aol.com
www.darciatudor.com
Licensed Mental Health Clinician, Attorney, and Certified Washington State Family Mediator, working with families coping with the stress of major life changes through, coaching in the practice of responsible decision making, assisting in the development of child focused parenting arrangements, and helping resolve their differences in a respectful and fair manner. - Experienced, Compationate and Affordable
Credentials: Licensed Attorney, License Mental Health Counselor, Certified Title 4, 11, and 26 Guardian ad Litem.
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Child Specialist, Mediator
John Twitchell, Economist, Certified Divorce Financial AnalystFinancial Settlement Solutions LLC
1001 Fourth Avenue
Suite 3200
Seattle, WA 98154
206.953.1231
866.953.1231
206.260.2993, fax
jtwitchell@financialsettlementsolutions.com
www.FinancialSettlementSolutions.com
John works on the Eastside as well as the greater Seattle area. He received his Master's in economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara. he has worked as an economist in the divorce field for twelve years, including experience as a trial expert in Washington State. John is a member of the American Association of Individual Investors, Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, King County Collaborative Law, Eastside Collaborative Family Law, Seattle Collaborative Family Law, King County Bar Association - Collaborative Law Section, Collaborative Professionals of Washington.
Collaborative Role(s): Financial Specialist
Mary A. Van Cleve, Attorney at Law4616 25th Ave. NE, #210
Seattle, WA 98105
206-856-8158
206-525-0618, fax
vanclevelaw@gmail.com
Mary Van Cleve brings strength, creativity and intelligence to create enduring legal solutions for difficult issues. Her practice focuses on matters involving at-risk and underprivileged youth, women and families. Clients include individuals, public interest groups and government agencies.
Credentials: King County Bar Association Collaborative Law Executive Committee, Washington State Bar Juvenile Law Section. Corporate law firm experience, former prosecutor. J.D., 1988, The University of Texas School of Law.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator, Other, Other Civil Attorney
Jeanine A. Vhan, Attorney
O'Loane Nunn Law Group
2707 Colby Ave, Suite 1204, PO Box 5519
98206-5519
425-258-6860
425-259-6224, fax
jeanine.vhan@onglaw.com
www.onglaw.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Maria de Lourdes Victoria, Attorney / AbogadaPeaceful Agreements / Acuerdos de Paz
12835 Newcastle Way
Newcastle, WA 98056
425 890-7293
425-458-0128, fax
maria@peacefulagreements.com
www.peacefulagreements.com
Bilingual / Bi cultural (Spanish-English), nineteen years of experience. WMA Certified mediator and Collaborative Attorney; former director of the UW Law School Child Advocacy Clinic; former public defender with The Defender Association; board member of the Latino Bar Association of Washington, Board Member of the Mediation Association of Washington, Member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Collaborative Professionals of Washington, King County Collaborative Professionals.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Sandy Voit, MS, EdS, LMHC, CDFA, Certified Divorce Financial AnalystTangible Solutions
11415 NE 128th St.
Suite 100
Kirkland, WA 98034
206-890-1174
425-823-3948, fax
sandyvoit@gmail.com
www.tangiblesolution.net
Achieve a successful, equitable financial settlement. Many find it difficult to see an end to the process, much less imagine a positive, hopeful future. I provide professional & supportive assistance regarding the financial aspects of a divorce - from tax consequences, to pension/retirement divisions, to COBRAs & health care options - by educating both spouses in financial literacy. My counseling background helps you effectively manage the anxieties and fears surrounding the settlement process.
Credentials: Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Collaborative Role(s): Financial Specialist
Sara K. Wahl, Attorney-at-LawSara K. Wahl, Attorney at Law PLLC
20415 72nd Avenue S. Suite 270
Kent, WA 98032
253-398-2000
253-398-2603, fax
sara@wahllaw.com
www.wahllaw.com
I am interested in helping families through one of the most difficult experiences they may have and to help minimize the impact of their divorce. I see preserving the relationships they have moving forward for the benefit of their children and themselves as paramount. I believe that people would like to make their own decisions in their divorce, not have a judge do so.
Credentials: JD 1999 Seattle University KCCL Membership Chair KCBA South King County Vice President KCBA Collaborative Law Section Vice Chair KCBA Collaborative Law Section and Family Law Section. IACP Member KCBA Family Law Clinic- Volunteer Family Law Facilitator-Volunteer
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
Dominique WalmsleySeattle Mind Counseling
Green Lake
Seattle Washington
206-909-1097
dominiquewalmsley@gmail.com
http://www.seattlemindcounseling.com
In working with couples as a mental health counselor, I have found that even people who are very angry with each other, long for a time when they could be positively related. I work with that premise in mind, when helping establish a life beyond divorce. I am an advocate for children when their wellbeing is subject to decisions from the court. I offer post divorce co-parenting groups, two running concurrently so that each parent can be in his or her own group. See my website.
Credentials: LMHC Lifespan Integration Emotionally Focused Therapy Family Law Mediation Clinical Sexology
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Child Specialist, Mediator, Therapist
Barbara J. Wechsler, Attorney/Mediator
Law Office of Barbara J. Wechsler
2927 - 36th Ave. South
Seattle, WA. 98144
206-723-5874
206-725-4774, fax
wechsler@aol.com
barbarawechsler.com
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator, Other Civil Attorney
J. Mark Weiss, JD, AAMLLaw Office of J. Mark Weiss, P.S.
Seattle Collaborative Law Center
200 West Mercer Street, Ste. 410
Seattle, WA 98119
206-622-6707
206-622-6363, fax
mweiss@mark-weiss.com
www.mark-weiss.com
Mark helps divorcing and separating clients resolve conflict so they can move forward. He works with clients to create reality-based agreements that are consistent with their values and goals. Among the Top 25 family law attorneys in the State of Washington per Washington Law & Politics Magazine. 'Super Lawyer ' - Wash Law & Politics annually since 2007. ; Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. 2005 'Ken Weber Attorney of the Year' award - Washington State Bar Association Family Law Section. Former Trustee of the King County Bar Association, and former Chairperson of the Family Law Section of the Washington State Bar Association.
Credentials: JD ('87); AAML Fellow. Mark has participated many hundreds of hours of training in mediation, negotiation and Collaborative Law, including training conducted by Kenneth Cloke, Joan Goldsmith, Chip Rose, Pauline Tesler, Peggy Thompson, Stu Webb, Catherine Conner, Rita Pollak, Sharon Strand Ellison, the Harvard Law School Program on Negotiation, and many more. Mark is also a Collaborative Law trainer himself, having trained other Collaborative Law practitioners in basic and advanced topics.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Mediator
Rhe E Zinnecker, OwnerRhe E. Zinnecker PLLC
14900 Interurban Ave S, Ste 276
Seattle, WA 98168
206-322-6223
206-452-5212, fax
rhe@zinnlaw.com
www.zinnlaw.com
Rhe (pronounced "Ree") works with clients to secure what she calls a "sustainable divorce." A sustainable divorce is a divorce that does not destroy the relationship between parents or the financial future of either party.
Credentials: Rhe graduated from UW Law School in 1994. She worked as a bailiff in King County Superior Court for one year before starting her family law practice in 1995. Rhe has learned that divorce can be devestating for both parties and strives to keep that from happening to either one.
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney
