Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Gig Harbor, WA
For over two decades, Harbor Family Law has provided assertive, compassionate, and personalized legal representation to families in the Greater Puget Sound Area. Our dedicated team of attorneys specializes in complex family law matters, including high-asset divorce, child custody disputes, spousal maintenance, and domestic violence cases. We prioritize clear communication, analytical problem-solving, and ethical advocacy to protect clients' rights while minimizing emotional and financial strain.Our narrow practice focus on family law allows us to maintain efficiency without compromising quality, serving clients across Pierce, Kitsap, and South King County. With decades of combined experience, our attorneys have earned respect from peers, judges, and clients for delivering successful outcomes through both negotiation and litigation.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Domestic Violence Cases
Collaborative Law
Adoption Services
Spousal Support
Parenting Plans
High-Asset Divorce
Restraining Orders
Paternity Matters
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of combined experience handling complex family law cases.
- Our attorneys maintain strong professional relationships with local judges and legal professionals.
- We implement a dual focus on compassionate client support and aggressive legal advocacy.
- Our practice exclusively specializes in family law for maximum efficiency and expertise.
- We provide transparent communication and detailed case progress updates throughout representation.
What people say
Personalized legal guidance
Effective courtroom representation
Responsive communication
Ethical legal practices
Successful case outcomes
Services
Divorce Representation
Harbor Family Law provides comprehensive divorce representation handling asset division, spousal support, and child custody negotiations. Our attorneys protect clients' interests during high-conflict divorces while advocating for amicable resolutions when possible. We represent clients through all litigation stages when agreements cannot be reached.
Child Custody
We assist parents with creating enforceable custody arrangements and modifying existing parenting plans. Our team handles high-conflict custody disputes, represents clients in protective order proceedings, and drafts customized residential schedules to meet unique family circumstances while prioritizing children's best interests.
Collaborative Law
Our attorneys guide couples through the collaborative process to resolve family law matters without court intervention. This approach maintains privacy, reduces costs, and preserves relationships through transparent negotiations while each party receives individual legal representation throughout the process.
Domestic Violence Cases
We represent clients seeking protection from abusive relationships and defend against false abuse allegations. Our team helps obtain emergency restraining orders while addressing related custody and visitation implications, ensuring clients' safety and rights throughout the legal process.
High-Asset Divorce
Our firm handles divorces involving substantial assets, business valuations, and intricate financial portfolios. We work with forensic accountants to uncover hidden assets, address tax implications, and ensure equitable distribution of complex property holdings during high-net-worth divorce proceedings.
People
Chris Maharry
Founding Attorney
Practicing family law since 2003, Chris Maharry brings extensive experience in complex custody disputes and high-asset divorces. He combines analytical expertise with compassionate representation to protect client interests while maintaining courtroom effectiveness.
Anthony J. Zorich Jr.
Partner
Anthony Zorich represents clients in contentious family law matters with a focus on ethical advocacy. His experience includes defending against false domestic violence allegations and negotiating favorable outcomes in high-conflict custody cases across Western Washington.
Nicole Pryor
Senior Associate Attorney
Nicole Pryor specializes in spousal maintenance and property division cases. Her practice emphasizes protecting clients' financial interests during divorce proceedings while seeking equitable solutions for post-divorce transitions.
Ashley Mixon
Associate Attorney
Ashley Mixon assists clients with parenting plan modifications and domestic violence prevention orders. She focuses on creating practical custody arrangements that accommodate modern family dynamics while ensuring legal enforceability.
Heather Morrow
Senior Paralegal
Heather Morrow supports family law cases with over 15 years of legal experience. She manages case documentation, coordinates client communications, and prepares detailed legal filings to ensure smooth case progression through court systems.
Questions
What family law services does Harbor Family Law offer?
We provide comprehensive family law services including divorce, child custody, spousal support, domestic violence protection, collaborative law, and adoptions across Pierce, Kitsap, and South King Counties.
How does Harbor Family Law handle high-conflict custody cases?
Our attorneys use strategic advocacy combined with child-focused negotiation to resolve custody disputes. We draft detailed parenting plans, represent clients in court hearings, and address complex visitation issues while prioritizing children's best interests.
Can Harbor Family Law help with emergency domestic violence situations?
Yes, we assist clients in obtaining emergency protective orders, modifying custody arrangements for safety purposes, and defending against false abuse allegations while ensuring clients' rights during subsequent legal proceedings.
What makes Harbor Family Law different from other family law firms?
We exclusively focus on family law, combining decades of local court experience with personalized client support. Our attorneys maintain strong professional reputations for ethical advocacy and effective negotiation skills across Western Washington.
How do I schedule an initial consultation with Harbor Family Law?
Contact us through our website or phone number to discuss your case. Our intake specialists will arrange an initial consultation with an experienced attorney who will evaluate your situation and explain available legal options.
Does Harbor Family Law offer alternative dispute resolution options?
Yes, we actively promote collaborative law and mediation as alternatives to litigation. Our attorneys guide clients through these processes to resolve family law matters amicably while maintaining individual legal protections.
