Business Details
32 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Family Law Representation You Can Trust
At Paul Petry Family Law, we bring over two decades of dedicated experience to navigating the complexities of family legal matters in Washington State. Our practice focuses on providing compassionate yet determined representation for clients facing divorce, child custody disputes, and cases involving domestic abuse. We prioritize clear communication, ensuring clients understand their legal rights and options while working toward swift, cost-effective resolutions. Our approach emphasizes mediation to avoid costly courtroom battles whenever possible, while maintaining the strength to advocate decisively when necessary.With a deep understanding of the emotional and financial toll these cases take, we center our practice on protecting clients' well-being and future relationships with their children. Our commitment to ethical representation and client-centered service has earned consistent praise from clients who value our transparency, expertise, and unwavering dedication to their best interests.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Mediation Services
Legal Separation
Domestic Abuse Cases
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of Washington family law experience in complex cases
- Compassionate approach prioritizing client emotional well-being
- Proven mediation success avoiding costly courtroom battles
- Transparent cost management with no unnecessary meetings
- Consistently top-rated by clients for dedicated representation
What people say
Professional and supportive
Fair settlement achieved
Minimized legal costs
Excellent communication
Genuine care demonstrated
Services
Divorce Representation
Our divorce representation focuses on protecting clients' rights while minimizing emotional and financial strain. We provide clear guidance through property division, spousal support, and custody arrangements. With extensive courtroom experience, we balance negotiation skills with decisive advocacy to achieve fair outcomes tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Child Custody
We specialize in creating custody arrangements that prioritize children's well-being while protecting parental rights. Our approach addresses visitation schedules, decision-making authority, and conflict resolution strategies. We help clients navigate modifications and enforcement actions while maintaining focus on their children's long-term stability and relationships.
Mediation Services
Our mediation practice helps couples resolve family law disputes amicably outside courtroom settings. We facilitate productive discussions on asset division, parenting plans, and support agreements. This cost-effective alternative emphasizes collaborative problem-solving while maintaining legal protections for both parties throughout the negotiation process.
People
Petry, Paul A, ATY
Family Law Attorney
Practicing Washington family law since 1994, Paul Petry combines legal expertise with compassionate counsel. He specializes in divorce, child custody, and domestic abuse cases, focusing on mediation and swift resolutions while maintaining courtroom readiness. Clients consistently praise his ethical approach and dedicated representation.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We focus on divorce, child custody, legal separation, paternity cases, and domestic abuse protection orders with particular expertise in complex custody disputes.
How do you handle child custody cases?
We prioritize children's well-being while protecting parental rights through customized parenting plans, visitation schedules, and conflict resolution strategies tailored to each family's needs.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide mediation to resolve disputes amicably, covering asset division, parenting plans, and support agreements while maintaining legal protections for both parties.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve King and Snohomish Counties, including Seattle, Bellevue, Issaquah, and Marysville with convenient consultation options.
How are legal fees structured?
We focus on cost-effective solutions with transparent billing, minimizing unnecessary meetings while providing clear explanations of all charges throughout your case.
