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It is our philosophy to respect every client as an individual, and to
provide advice and services that are appropriate to each
client's unique family law situation. We understand the challenges of divorce, and focus on helping clients achieve long-term solutions that are
consistent with their goals and their values. We do
that by learning what is most important to the client.
We do not provide cookie-cutter answers based on preconceived notions that disregard individual,
family, children's, or other unique needs.
We counsel clients to carefully evaluate whether short-term actions come at the expense of their long-term goals and
interests. That focus is enhanced by an exceptional understanding of the
law, mediation, and Collaborative Divorce skills, and other relevant principles.
J. Mark Weiss is rated among the “Top 25”
Family Law attorneys in the State of Washington by Washington Law & Politics
Magazine. Mark is recognized and respected as a leader in Washington for his
expertise in substantive divorce law, in addition to Collaborative Divorce, divorce
settlement negotiation, and mediation.
Formerly a successful conventional attorney experienced in
litigation and conventional settlement processes, Mark has become accomplished in non-adversarial dispute resolution
processes and methods. In January 2007,
Mark transformed his practice and became a full-time Collaborative
Divorce lawyer, divorce mediator, and consultant.
Mark has taught and written extensively, including as a
contributor to peer-reviewed journals and books, in areas as diverse
as Collaborative
Divorce, community property law, legal ethics, business and real
estate law, and other family law and divorce issues. He consults
internationally on Collaborative Law matters, and is a
nationally-known trainer in Collaborative Divorce, and is a
co-founder of the Seattle
Collaborative Law Training & Learning Center. He has received numerous honors, including “Attorney of the Year” by the Family Law
Section of the Washington State Bar Association in 2005, and “Super Lawyer” by
Washington Law and Politics magazine, and the highest possible rating by
Avvo.
Mark is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Mark is particularly experienced and skilled in
cases involving business and complex property issues, including professional practices. He is also
experienced with more complex parenting (custody/visitation) matters.
Curriculum vitae: (Click on the photograph or link below).
J. Mark Weiss, JD, AAML
Collaborative Divorce Lawyer, Mediator, Trainer, and Consultant
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