Monique Gilson-Moreau

Monique Gilson-Moreau

4.8
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +3 more

410 Bellevue Way Se, Suite 104, Bellevue, WA

About Monique

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 480-480 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 40 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1986

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Monique Gilson-Moreau, Inc., P.S.

410 Bellevue Way Se, Suite 104, Bellevue, WA, 98004-6649

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Monique Gilson-Moreau's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Tanya | September 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

The one you can trust.

We used Monique’s service twice. The cases are many years apart, but both cases were about protecting a minor child. The first case was against online predator and the second, more complicated case, was about guardianship of a minor child. We were granted a guardianship without going to the trial, ...the case was settled. Monique is a professional, knowledgeable, and passionate lawyer. She empathizes with the client and is determined to get a positive outcome for the case. Monique effectively communicates with the Court and the Opposite Council. She and her amazing supporting team keep the client informed and promptly respond to client’s inquiries. We also appreciate detailed, accurate and timely billing. Monique is a nice person and a great lawyer; we highly recommend hiring her.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Family Attorney in WA

I was so blessed and grateful to have Monique as my family attorney. She is an exceptional attorney and person and represented me so well. I was falsely accused and framed by my ex and his relatives. Monique had so much discernment, wisdom, proper plan, and obtained great results. She is a very authe...ntic, honest, caring person. She truly listened to everything, reassured me, showed empathy. She handled the case very professionally, efficiently, with so much common sense, calm. I highly recommend hiring her.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

I did not like attorneys until I found Monique! :)

I was hopeless when I called Monique Gilson-Moreau`s office. My previous lawyer had handled my case with a careless approach, she missed the due date to submit my financial declaration even though I provided 3 times to her on the court hearing. Monique is a true professional, full of integrity, she ...has the right tools to make her life easier and efficient. When I got to her office, she strategically organized my papers, and listened attentively to my case. She simplified my mess, made my financial declaration in 5 minutes and asked for $5000 deposit, money that of course I did not have, but somehow I knew that I had to value a competent professional and reward for her awesome skills. The Brazilian Consulate emailed her and she accepted my case before having the money on her account after couple days that I talked to her. Monique is knowledgeable and uses the law to help her clients to understand it in a practical way, no hidden communication to manipulate your case. She writes the emails and cc you and everyone involved to make communication transparent between the parties. I am so thankful for Monique, she really cares and listens to your needs. Her excellent team makes her even more successful, she has an awesome daughter that keeps her in track of all the tasks. :) I highly recommend Monique Gilson-Moreau if you are looking for a solution for your case!

Posted by Mifa | April 11, 2012 | Family

Most amazing attorney!

Hands down the most professional and helpful attorney I have come across. Monique is not your typical empty suit kind of lawyer, She will actually deeply listen to everything that is on your mind and offer the best advice to proceed in helping you any way she can. If you are in need of an excellent f...amily law lawyer or general attorney look no further! I came to Monique with a complex divorce problems and right from the start she put me at ease and assured me. Monique and her staff are very polite and professional and easy to work with.

Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

AMAZING ROCK STAR LAWYER!!!!!!!

I found Monique by accident and thank God I did!!! I am divorcing an abusive man with BPD I had a lawyer who did an awful job and at the first hearing she made erroneous mistakes and put my children’s lives at risk. I found Monique and Erin when I googled Family Lawyer. I called over 20 lawyers most ...had no clue what BPD is and the ones who did wanted nothing to do with my case. When I called MGM legal Monique actually answered the phone she was happy to answer my questions she new about and had experience in BPD divorce and was ready to help me protect my children!!!!! She was able to fix the mistakes my previous lawyer made and helped me get back my full retainer. So far she and Erin have done an amazing job they have won everything we have asked for and even helped me find a wonderful therapist for my little girl. The personal attention I get from this office makes me feel like I am the only client they have and I can tell by the way they fight for us they truly care about protecting my children and I.I know my case is safe in her hands and this has given me the chance to focus on healing for myself and my kids! Thank you Monique and Erin for helping us get our lives back!!!!!!!

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Theresa Petrey

Family lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Monique has attained what I consider to be the peak in family law practice, the ability to provide firm and assertive representation of her client while remembering that family law clients must often find new ways to be effective but different families than they were before they found themselves before the courts. As a lawyer, she was cognizant of that reality throughout the process. Her office also is staffed with honest, sincere, and diligent paralegals which has also made working with her firm a pleasure to deal with, not only for me but also for my staff."

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John Wickham

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I have consulted with Ms. Gilson-Moreau on King County family law matters over the last five years, as my family law practice in San Juan County occasionally requires King County expertise. Her advice has always been spot on and helpful."

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Mary Stone

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Monique is smart as a whip, stays current, has a comforting, warm personality, and is tenacious. She is a strong advocate for her clients - I strongly endorse her."

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Larry Couture

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Monique for more than 12 years, She is a consummate lawyer-she has knowledge which she shares and uses for her clients, she has empathy without being too naïve when dealing with matters and she focuses on her ethical and legal duties in representation of clients. You could not seek a better professional."

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Cameron Fleury

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Monique is that perfect blend of compassion and pit-bull, which family law clients need."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Gilson-Moreau & Associates, P.S.

2007 - 2011

Owner, Law Offices of Monique Gilson-Moreau

1997 - 2007

Owner, Monique Gilson-Moreau, Inc., P.S

1996 - 1997

Partner, Green, Moreau & Ockerman, P.S.,

Associations

2017 - Present

WSBA Family Law Executive Committee

Chair of Family Law Basic Skills Training

2015 - Present

Lummi Tribal Bar Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2019 - 2022

Domestic Relations Attorneys of Washington ("DRAW")

Board and CLE Committee Member

2017 - 2022

Washington State Bar Association Family Law Section

Member of the Family Law Executive Committee ("FLEC")

Education

1985

McGeorge University

Diploma in Transnational Legal Practice

1985

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

City University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

JAG Training

Family Law in Washington, Practice & Procedures

Languages

English

French

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