Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Family Law Solutions in Kirkland, WA
Since 2001, Carol D. Betts Family Law & Mediation has provided client-centered legal solutions for families navigating divorce, separation, and relationship transitions. Our practice prioritizes mediation, collaborative processes, and co-parenting coaching to help clients avoid adversarial court battles while protecting their privacy and financial interests. With decades of experience, we guide clients through complex family law matters using a holistic approach that blends legal expertise with emotional intelligence.Our team specializes in crafting durable agreements tailored to clients' unique needs, whether regarding parenting plans, property division, or prenuptial arrangements. We emphasize transparent communication, conflict resolution, and empowering clients to make informed decisions that align with their family's long-term well-being. Our commitment to minimizing emotional distress while achieving practical outcomes has made us a trusted resource for families in transition.
Services
Mediation Services
Collaborative Divorce
Co-Parenting Coaching
Property Agreements
Online Dispute Resolution
DIY Legal Services
Document Assistance
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have 20+ years of experience in family law mediation and collaborative processes
- Our client-centered approach prioritizes conflict resolution over adversarial litigation
- Specialized expertise in parenting plans, property agreements, and co-parenting coaching
- We provide transparent legal information while maintaining strict mediator neutrality
- Proven track record helping families avoid emotional and financial costs of court battles
What people say
Integrity beyond reproach
Personal style puts clients at ease
Smart and detail-oriented
Knowledgeable and easy to work with
Resolutions without litigation costs
Services
Mediation Services
Our mediation services provide a confidential, guided process for resolving family law disputes outside of court. We help clients negotiate agreements on divorce terms, parenting plans, and property division through structured discussions. The process emphasizes voluntary information sharing, interest-based negotiation, and creating durable, binding agreements tailored to each family's unique needs while maintaining strict mediator neutrality.
Collaborative Divorce
The collaborative divorce process offers a dignified alternative to litigation through a structured team-based approach. Clients work with specially trained attorneys and professionals to resolve issues through cooperative negotiations. This method includes financial planners and parenting specialists to address all aspects of family transitions while maintaining mutual respect and focusing on long-term family well-being.
Co-Parenting Coaching
Co-parenting coaching helps separated parents develop effective communication strategies and conflict resolution skills. We assist in creating comprehensive parenting plans, managing day-to-day logistics, and addressing ongoing child-related decisions. The service focuses on reducing conflict, improving communication, and helping children adjust to two-home family dynamics while maintaining both parents' involvement in their children's lives.
Property Agreements
We specialize in creating customized property agreements for various relationship stages, including prenuptial, postnuptial, and cohabitation agreements. Our services clarify financial expectations, protect separate assets, and establish clear guidelines for property management. These agreements help prevent future conflicts by setting transparent expectations for both parties while ensuring legal enforceability and compliance with Washington state laws.
People
Carol D. Betts
Founder & Lead Mediator
Carol D. Betts is a family law attorney and mediator with 20+ years of experience in conflict resolution. She transitioned from traditional litigation to mediation in 2013, focusing on collaborative processes and co-parenting solutions. Her practice emphasizes empowering clients to create their own agreements while minimizing emotional distress.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in mediation, collaborative divorce, co-parenting coaching, and property agreements for both marital and non-marital relationships.
How does mediation differ from litigation?
Mediation is a collaborative process where clients create their own agreements with neutral guidance, while litigation involves court decisions. We focus on keeping clients in control of their outcomes.
Do you handle child custody matters?
We help create parenting plans that focus on children's needs, outlining decision-making responsibilities and residential schedules while promoting cooperative co-parenting relationships.
Can you help with prenuptial agreements?
Yes, we create customized prenuptial and postnuptial agreements that clarify financial expectations while protecting both parties' interests in Washington state.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Kirkland, Bellevue, and Seattle areas, offering both in-person and online dispute resolution options for family law matters.
