Business Details
Your Trusted Redmond Family Law Attorneys
OBrian & Associates has established itself as a trusted advocate for families navigating complex legal challenges in Redmond, WA. With decades of collective experience, our team specializes in divorce, custody, and family law matters, prioritizing personalized attention and strategic representation. We combine empathetic guidance with rigorous legal expertise to protect clients' interests in high-stakes cases, including high net worth divorces and child custody disputes.Our approach emphasizes open communication, tailored solutions, and a commitment to achieving results that align with clients' long-term well-being. Backed by a proven track record in both mediation and courtroom litigation, we serve individuals across King County and Snohomish County with accessibility and responsiveness.
Services
Divorce
Child Support
Custody and Parenting
Property Division
High Net Worth Divorce
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of focused experience in Washington State family law.
- Our team provides personalized attention tailored to each client's unique needs.
- We combine strategic negotiation with proven courtroom advocacy when necessary.
- Our firm maintains cutting-edge technology for efficient client communication.
- We have successfully resolved complex high net worth divorce cases.
Associations and certifications
- The National Advocates: Top 100 Lawyers
What people say
Honest, reliable
Dedicated and hard working
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Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce representation for contested and uncontested cases. We specialize in Washington State family law, addressing property division, spousal maintenance, and protection orders. Our attorneys combine strategic negotiation with courtroom readiness to protect clients' interests throughout the process.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in custody disputes, parenting plan modifications, and paternity cases. Our approach prioritizes children's well-being while protecting parental rights. Services include mediation support and courtroom representation for fathers, mothers, and guardians in complex custody matters.
High Net Worth Divorce
Specialized handling of high-asset divorces involving business valuations, hidden assets, and multi-jurisdictional property division. We collaborate with financial experts to ensure equitable distribution of complex assets while addressing tax implications and future financial security concerns.
Mediation Services
We facilitate amicable resolutions through mediation, helping parties reach mutually beneficial agreements. This collaborative approach reduces conflict and preserves relationships while maintaining legal protections for all involved parties in family law matters.
Child Support
Our attorneys handle child support determinations, modifications, and enforcement actions. We ensure compliance with Washington State guidelines while considering each family's unique financial circumstances and children's needs in both short-term and long-term contexts.
People
Kristofer Delbert Leavitt
Managing Attorney
Kristofer Leavitt leads OBrian & Associates with over 15 years of family law experience. He specializes in complex divorce cases and high-stakes custody disputes, combining strategic negotiation with courtroom advocacy to protect clients' interests.
Emily Becnel
Attorney
Emily Becnel brings extensive family law experience to OBrian & Associates, focusing on child custody matters and parenting plan modifications. She advocates for clients' rights while prioritizing children's best interests in all legal proceedings.
Larry Lofgren
Attorney
Larry Lofgren specializes in property division and spousal support cases. With deep knowledge of Washington State asset distribution laws, he helps clients navigate complex financial aspects of divorce proceedings.
Shana Pavithran
Attorney
Shana Pavithran focuses on mediation and collaborative divorce solutions. She helps clients resolve disputes amicably while maintaining legal protections, specializing in cases requiring creative problem-solving and relationship preservation.
Questions
What should I consider when choosing a family lawyer in Redmond?
Look for Washington State family law expertise, empathetic communication, and experience with cases similar to yours, including complex asset division.
How does mediation differ from court litigation in family law?
Mediation fosters collaborative solutions through neutral negotiation, while litigation involves court decisions. We guide clients toward the most appropriate approach.
What challenges arise in high net worth divorces?
These cases require specialized handling of business valuations, hidden assets, tax implications, and complex property division across multiple jurisdictions.
Do you handle child custody cases for non-traditional families?
Yes, we represent clients in all custody matters including same-sex divorces, paternity cases, and grandparents' rights disputes.
