Eastside Members
Carol D Betts, AttorneyLaw 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
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
Brian Brunkow, Attorney11410 NE 124th Street, #428
Kirkland, WA 98034
206-687-3895
brian@brunkowlaw.com
www.brunkowlaw.com
Credentials: Washington State Bar; King County Bar - Family Law Section; Real Estate Broker License - WA; Seattle University School of Law, Cum Laude Honors, Business Law Focus
Collaborative Role(s): Divorce and Family Law Attorney, Other
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
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
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
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
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
Virginia A. LeenAttorney at Law
5400 Carillon Point
Bldg. 5000, 4th Fl.
Kirkland, WA 98033
425-576-4071
425-650-7075, 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
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
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
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
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.
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
Joseph Shaub, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist10940 NE 33rd Place
Suite 109
Bellevue, WA 98004
206-587-0417
joe@josephshaub.com
www.josephshaub.com
A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1991, Joe works with couples who are struggling to find safety and peace in their relationship. As a collaborative coach, he supports each individual as they fashion a new relationship with their former partner. This passage is often daunting, but with the support of a compassionate and experienced coach and collaborative team wonders due ensue. Joe's coaching is informed by the work of U.W.'s John Gottman and the adult attachment work which forms the basis of Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Credentials: J.D., University of Southern California (1974); M.A. (Marriage and Family Therapy), California Family Study Center (1991); Collaborative Law Basic Trainer (2004-2006); 30-Hour Collaborative Interest-Based Negotiation Trainer (2010); Instructor in Family Systems and Ethics, Anioch University (1996-1999); Adjunct Instructor, U.W. Law School, Interviewing and Counseling (2002-2011)
Collaborative Role(s): Coach, Mediator
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
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
