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Sandra Barto
Sandra Barto, Attorney & Counselor at Law
9500 Roosevelt Way
Seattle, WA 98115
Phone: (206) 227-2545 | Fax: (206) 525-5346
http://www.bartolaw.com
Helping resolve problems thru Mediation & Collaboration
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
I prefer to take on cases where clients, who want a respectful divorce, seek to be educated and support in the decision-making process. My clients generally want to find ways to work out their differences without going to court.
Sub-Categories
Divorce
- Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
- Child Support
- Custody/Visitation Rights
- Division of Property
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution(ADR)
- Uncontested Divorce
- Collaborative Law
Legal Topic
Family Law
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Sub-Categories
Family Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Child Support
- Custody
Bar Admissions
WA, Nov 2005
Bar Number: 36780
Other Court Admissions
All State Courts.
Association Memberships
Washington State Bar Association; King County Bar Association; King County Collaborative Law; International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.
Continuing Education
I participate as an instructor in mediation and collaborative law trainings throughout the year; I attend continuing legal education seminars on topics important to family law, collaborative law, and alternative dispute resolution and I always exceed the required number of continuing education hours.
Example Cases
I regularly work with clients on issues related to divorce, parenting plans, and child support. I have also worked on cases involving landlord / tenant disputes.
Education
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
Seattle University School of Law
City:
Seattle
State:
WA
Year:
2005
Honors:
Graduated Cum Laude; CALI awards for family law and federal Indian law
Degree:
M.A.Ed.
School:
Seattle University
City:
Seattle
State:
WA
Year:
1976
Focus and Accomplishments:
Counseling and Guidance
Degree:
B.A.
School:
Seattle University
City:
Seattle
State:
WA
Year:
1974
Focus and Accomplishments:
Community Services
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
Washington
Firm Focus and History
I entered solo practice in 2006. My firm works with clients who have family law issues.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to the practice of law I worked for a state sponsored alternative dispute resolution center where I supervised and trained mediators and phone conciliators. I also provided mediation and group facilitation services. While my children were school aged, I worked in a small independent bookstore. Prior to having children, I was a demographer for the Municipality of Anchorage.
Activities and Awards
I earned awards in law school for excellence in family law and federal Indian law; I am co-chair of the local bar association's collaborative law section and am chair of the mentoring committee of King County Collaborative Law. I provide pro-bono mediation services through the King County Dispute Resolution Center.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I consider it my obligation to be sure that my clients understand the legal underpinnings upon which their case issues are based. My goal for my clients is that they have the information necessary to make educated decisions and that agreements made will be durable going forward.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I encourage clients to be proactive and enjoy working with clients who have prepared their own documents.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I have done that frequently and if that's the representation the client wants, I am perfectly willing to accommodate.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
After many years working in the field of alternative dispute resolution, I wanted to have a more complete understanding of the dispute resolution continuum and decided that law school would begin to provide me with that understanding.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have a decade of experience helping people resolve differences with respect. I am in my 50's and have life experience that assists me in understanding and supporting client's as they transition from the pain of the past into a better future. I have raised two children myself and been married for over 30 years.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Family law affords me the unique opportunity to help clients deal with a difficult situation in a manner that encourages the respectful resolution of differences.
What do you like best about your career?
Seeing my clients successfully navigate divorce and come out the other side with a belief that the future will be a better place.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am a solo practitioner who answers her own phone and am available to my clients. I am sensitive to my clients' general desire to be mindful of costs. I am also respectful of their desire to be informed and educated.
What are your strengths and style?
1. My strengths are my people skills as well as my ability to analyze a case. 2. I have presence and when I speak people generally pay attention.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy gardening, kayaking, reading, quilting, and fishing.
Fax
(206) 525-5346
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
No.
Hourly Rates
$220 to $250.
Free Initial Consultation?
The first 30 minutes of an initial consultation are free of charge. After 30 minutes I pro-rate fees at my usual hourly rate.
Typical Retainer
$2,000.
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