Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Attorney in Seattle
The Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson provides a full-service, team-oriented approach to resolving family law issues throughout the greater Seattle area. Our firm comprises talented, caring professionals who collaborate to deliver high-quality legal representation in matters such as divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and property division. With over 20 years of combined experience in litigating family law cases, our attorneys prioritize reducing client conflict through negotiation while maintaining the ability to advocate aggressively in court when necessary.We serve clients in King and Snohomish Counties, offering consultations via in-person, phone, and video conference formats. Our reputation for thorough preparation and successful outcomes has earned us respect from judges, peers, and satisfied clients throughout Washington State.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Domestic Violence
Mediation Services
Property Division
Child Support
Paternity Actions
Restraining Orders
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience litigating family law cases in Washington State
- Our team-oriented approach ensures comprehensive solutions for complex legal matters
- We implement a patented process for resolving property division disputes efficiently
- We provide 24/7 personalized client communication during active litigation phases
- Our office has experience reviewing and drafting Qualified Domestic Relations Orders
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce representation for clients navigating contested and uncontested dissolutions. We handle complex property division, spousal maintenance determinations, and parenting plan negotiations while prioritizing client objectives. Our attorneys have extensive courtroom experience for cases requiring litigation.
Child Custody
We assist clients in establishing and modifying parenting arrangements that serve children's best interests. Our services include developing custody schedules, addressing relocation issues, and resolving disputes over educational and medical decisions through negotiation or litigation.
Domestic Violence
We represent clients seeking domestic violence protection orders and those responding to allegations. Our services include emergency order preparation, evidence presentation, and courtroom advocacy to ensure client safety and legal rights protection.
Mediation Services
Our certified mediators facilitate cooperative resolution of family law disputes through confidential mediation sessions. We help couples reach mutually acceptable agreements on divorce terms, custody arrangements, and financial matters while avoiding adversarial court proceedings.
Child Support
We handle child support determinations, modifications, and enforcement actions. Our services include calculating obligations using Washington's child support schedule, addressing income imputation issues, and advocating for fair outcomes in contested matters.
People
Shana E. Thompson
Attorney
Shana Thompson has practiced family law in Washington since 2000, building a reputation for thorough case preparation and client advocacy. She focuses on divorce, custody, and domestic violence cases, emphasizing personalized service and strategic legal solutions.
Donald Knickmeyer
Attorney
Donald Knickmeyer specializes in property division and custody matters, bringing experience from his law school work at Washington University. He advocates for clients in asset tracing and residential schedule disputes with compassionate yet effective representation.
Lindsay Briese
Attorney
Lindsay Briese focuses on family law cases involving domestic violence and child custody. Her background working with foster youth informs her compassionate approach to helping families navigate complex legal challenges during difficult transitions.
Gabrielle Clegg
Attorney
Gabrielle Clegg brings personal insight to family law practice from childhood experience with custody disputes. She advocates for clients with empathy, guiding families through transitions while maintaining focus on practical, long-term solutions for all involved.
Questions
What family law services do you offer in Washington State?
We provide comprehensive family law services including divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence protection orders, property division, and mediation services throughout King and Snohomish Counties.
How does your firm approach divorce cases?
We prioritize conflict reduction through negotiation and mediation while maintaining strong litigation capabilities. Our team develops customized strategies to address each client's specific circumstances and goals.
What areas do you serve?
We represent clients throughout Seattle, King County, Snohomish County, and Tacoma in Washington State, with office locations conveniently situated in downtown Seattle.
How can I schedule a consultation?
You can schedule a confidential consultation by calling our office at (206) 712-2756 or through our website's contact form for in-person, phone, or video conference options.
What experience does your firm have?
Our attorneys have over 20 years of combined experience in family law, with extensive courtroom preparation and successful outcomes in complex divorce and custody matters across Washington State.
