I can honestly say, I never thought I would write a review on a lawyer. Lowandbehold, this one is…read morea MUST. Jodie was by far one of my best life choices besides getting a divorce! My ex and his lawyer were completely unreasonable and not following timetables and guidelines. She kept them on task and "honest", which in this case is a stretch. She was available, detailed and kind at an extremely stressful time. She also kept me on task. So much so that I found myself researching things he was unwilling to provide, wouldn't prove, or was flat out lying about. And I came out with the best results I possibly could. I highly recommend Jodie Levy as a divorce lawyer!

Jodie is honestly the best. She has helped me wade through my nightmare of a divorce (almost 3…read moreyears and still going). If Jodie hadn't taken over my case when she did, I would not be where I am today. Jodie is knowledgeable of the law and knows what can and can't be done. I wouldn't recommend any one else but Jodie! She goes above and beyond to help.

She represented me to the fullest and took special care of a delicate situation. I appreciated the…read morecare and thought she had strategically to resolve my issue.

See the review of 6/26/15, and the 4 other bad reviews since then. This is all still the same, poor…read morerepresentation, unprepared your during mediation, causing me to lose hundreds of thousands of dollars in my divorce. I was never even told to file for alimony or child support and I filed in July 2020, when asking for food stamps and on unemployment. She never even explained that I couldn't ask for that money back. In mediation she was a deer in the headlights, letting the mediator dictate the decisions, she didn't even have my financial spreadsheet ready when the mediator asked for it. I am a survivor of both emotional and financial abuse, she knew this going into mediation. I was forced to comb through numbers and produce while flooded with PTSD. I was unable to calculate the numbers, and that should have been her job. I was re-victimized during mediation. When I wrote Karin and Melissa the next morning, explaining that I needed them to be my voice, asking them why they froze up and why they let Cheryll the mediator dictate the decisions, and told them they didn't consider the mortage owed on my home, only the equity. They didn't even confirm the numbers used in his bank statement were not correct. Their firm is clearly not prepared for complex asset divorce, or dealing with women from domestic abuse and financial abuse. This has been a complete nightmare. I only ask for what is fair, and now I walk away with nothing but child support that can be overturned at any time. I hope no one else goes through this nightmare. I signed a CR2A after being coached by her and the mediator that I could stand to lose $100-$200,000. The next day in the morning with no distractions, and a calm place I look at the spreadsheet used in mediation and I see over a six-figure errors in their calculations that the decisions were based on. It was her job to oversee the financials, and understand how to litigate finances. It was her job to know divorce law, but instead she was quiet and let the mediator dictate. I asked her why the next day I said why didn't you advocate for me why were you sitting there silent, she said "oh well Cheryl's been doing this for so many years so I let her do it" she should have prepared me for mediation, it was her job to be my advocate when I was in the most vulnerable place possible. I was nervous as we lead up to mediation, she sent me and asked me questions literally for financials again after I already sent them to her only three days before mediation. I was expected to come up and produce during mediation, and it was the one day I really needed an advocate, I needed somebody who knew divorce law. It was clear she didn't as she sat there saying nothing. In mediation I asked her and her assistant Melissa, "please help me." Here I am scrambling for numbers when it was their responsibility to have the numbers prepared and have grit behind their global offer. It was a complete nightmare and still is. At this point I need help and going to the state bar to report the negligence and gross mathematical errors in the spreadsheet. She actually asked my exes attorney during mediation to update the spreadsheet's. She didn't even cross check the numbers? The experience was surreal, and it was a nightmare. It is still an ongoing nightmare because now I have to overturn what's been done. I am now seeking an attorney to take my case and overturn what has been done, and make this right. When I wrote her The next morning and to understand how she came up with the number so I could have a peace of mind, she used victim blaming. I will update this review again as I have submitted the glaring errors on the spreadsheet to her and the mediator Cheryll and have asked them to make this right. At this point I'm going to have to report her, sue her for what I paid her, fire her and then seek another attorney. This is the last thing I need as I am a single working mother. I could've got spousal support and child support this whole time yet she didn't advise me, and led me to believe I could have got it when I went to mediation. She did not explain that was something that I could never get back. She knew my fears going up against my husband. She knew the financial abuse that had gone on for years. She knew my emotions around this and that I was scared even to be at the mediation. No woman should put their trust in her for legal advice. Somehow someway I hope that I can overturn this, and get what's fair. I never asked for more than what's fair, and unfortunately I'm walking out with nothing.

Nadine is the best attorney for me. She reassured me that my case would be dismissed and it got…read moredismissed. I am so glad that I paid for her service. It's reasonable and standard pricing. I'm happy and content with Nadine's leadership. Thank you Beckwith DV Law.

the best criminal attorney i have ever worked with. so efficient, extremely knowledgeable and knew…read moreexactly what to do for my case. we won a protection order and the process was seamless and they really care about their clients. Cristine is amazing at what she does, I would rehire her in a second

Kathleen Royer has mediated family law cases for me on three occassions. I recommend her without…read morereservation! Ms. Royer is knowledgable, has a keen understanding of child development, and is a well respected attorney and former Pro Tem Judge. She is able to clear a path toward resolution in high conflict cases and moves toward an efficient and fair settlement. Ms. Royer brings a wealth of experience in family law and is one of our respected leaders in the area. Consider using Kathleen Royer as your mediator, you won't regret it.

Kathleen helped my husband and I work towards and amicable divorce. We wanted to come to the…read moreeasiest dissolution of our marriage, however we have kids and a house and needed guidance getting through this process. Kathleen simplified the paperwork and was able to meet us where we were at for our specific process. Time and money well spent!!

Molly is an exceptionally skilled attorney who represented me in my divorce. She navigated a very…read moredifficult situation: an ex who wanted to relocate a young child out of state due to an affair, and in turn was aggressive and deceiving. Molly counseled me on how to handle the erratic nature of that behavior, and to continue focusing on the things that truly mattered -- my son and my relationship with him. Molly was especially valued at key moments, like a hearing for temporary orders, or during mediation and arbitration. She gets to the key points with compelling arguments that are grounded in the law, but imbued with humanity and heart. I'm so thankful to Molly for helping me maintain equal time with my son, in Seattle.

Molly is a great attorney and one I highly recommend. She was so dedicated to my very long, drawn…read moreout case that I felt like her only client. Her expertise was invaluable throughout the process.

Jennifer is such a talented attorney. She is one of the best in Seattle. She was assigned to me…read morebecause I couldn't obtain counsel (aka I was broke). I am so beyond lucky to have her. Everyone that we have to work with has said the same. I would highly recommend her! She has been my counsel for a federal criminal case. She handles everything with such care and grace. I appreciate her so much and will forever recommend her to anyone I know!!

Hire Will & Will when you need legal help. They'll get the best result for you. They fight for you…read morewholeheartedly. I love them.

After witnessing this firm in action recently, and seeing a *shocking* review left recently on…read moreGoogle Reviews about domestic violence, I felt strongly compelled as a citizen to leave this review. One of the reviews for this firm celebrates a legal victory, but it's important to challenge the narrative presented. An acquittal in a court of law does not automatically equate to a "false accusation." It signifies that the legal standard of proof "beyond a reasonable doubt"--a very high bar--was not met by the prosecution. Many documented cases of domestic violence, unfortunately, do not result in convictions due to the inherent difficulties survivors face in the legal system. Credibility attacks, skillful legal maneuvering, and the way trauma can impact memory and testimony are often exploited, regardless of the underlying facts or evidence like documented injuries. Praising an attorney for "destroying the credibility" of a complainant, especially in a DV context, warrants scrutiny. Was credibility destroyed, or was a traumatized individual effectively attacked on the stand? To suggest this acquittal definitively proves the accusations were false ignores the statistical reality that the justice system frequently struggles to deliver convictions in these complex cases. This outcome could equally be viewed as another example of those systemic failings. While this legal chapter may be closed, the underlying facts remain. One hopes that all involved consider the potential long-term consequences, as public and professional opinion often takes a broader view than the courtroom allows, especially if the full circumstances, documentation, and witness accounts were ever brought to light.

I consulted Nidal Dirini at Helsell Fetterman for a WLAD discrimination case against a state…read moreagency. While the firm did waive the consultation fee after I explained my financial situation, I had concerns about the contingency agreement and the process overall: Fee Structure: The contract required me to pay 33-45% of the total recovery, including any court-awarded attorney fees. At the time, I didn't realize that under WLAD, defendants are supposed to pay attorney fees separately from damages. After my consultation, I did my own research and learned this is known as "double-dipping," which can significantly reduce a client's net recovery. Case Valuation: During our conversation, Nidal told me he did not see my claim reaching six figures. He seemed to undervalue the potential of my case, which prompted me to do more research on my own. Later, I discovered published cases like Snell v. DSHS, where plaintiffs in similar or even weaker positions received much larger verdicts. Contract Terms: I found the firm was not flexible on contract terms related to medical liens, termination penalties, or interest rates-terms I now know are important for client protection. Second Opinion: Weeks/months later after our discussion, I requested to speak with another attorney at the firm who specialized in employment law. I did not receive a response, which left me feeling unsupported. For anyone considering this firm: Make sure you understand how court-awarded attorney fees will be handled in your case. Do your own research on case values and contract terms. Be aware that you may not get a second opinion if you disagree with the initial assessment. I only give 1-star or 5-star reviews-pass or fail. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this firm for WLAD discrimination cases.

This review is for Scott Johnson at Helsell Fetterman LLP…read more Scott has represented our transportation company for over ten years. Scott He has negotiated company purchase agreements/buy-outs, assisted us with real estate matters and handled our environmental concerns. Scott is our go-to person whenever we have a legal issue to solve. Scott is one of a kind. He is very skilled in the law, measured and deliberate. He only renders an opinion after consideration and a lot of detail-oriented thoughtful work/research. He is super-efficient and extremely generous when it comes to billing. He can relate to all different kinds of people and explains concepts and concerns patiently and honestly. Scott has saved our transportation company hundreds of thousands of dollars. His judgement and advice have been time- tested and proven to be 100% correct. Scott sometimes declines legal work we offer him when it is outside his area of expertise/comfort zone. Luckily, his referrals have proven to be great, resulting in additional successful outcomes.