40 years of strong, knowledgeable and compassionate client representation.
I started the practice of law in California in 1977 (where I am still licensed), moving to the State of Washington in 1980. My practice has been centered on family law for 25 years.
My office prides itself on providing quality legal work for our clients, while at the same time caring about who we represent during a very stressful and disruptive time in their lives. We strive to keep our clients involved in their proceedings and apprised of what is going on as we progress through the process.
While I am very comfortable in the courtroom, I have a keen awareness that as a practical matter the court process is often the most expensive and least efficient way to resolve any dispute. This means that we use negotation, agreement and mediation whenever possible.
We will provide you with the knowledge, experience and understanding that you need at what is often one of the most difficult times in your life.
Practice areas
general family practice including divorces, separations, custody, child support, property and maintenance issues; pre and post nuptial contracts; marriage like relationships; cohabitation agreements; and family law litigation.
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Languages spoken
English
Law Offices of Neal T. Feinerman
400 112th Ave NE Ste 240
Bellevue, WA, 98004
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 1981 | 05/07/2022 |
CA | Active | 1977 | 06/05/2022 |
Legal answers | 1908 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 10 Attorneys - Family Law | America's Best Attorney | 2021 |
10 Best Attorneys | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
America's Most Honored Professionals - Top 5% | American Registry | 2017 |
BV - Distinguished Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
2016 Top Ten Ranking | National Academy of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Law Offices of Neal T. Feinerman | 1990 - Present |
Volunteer - Building Board of Appeals | City of Issaquah | 1997 - 2009 |
Partner or Staff lawyer | Private Law Firms | 1977 - 1990 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | member | 2016 - Present |
Admitted to practice - United States Supreme Court | 1985 - Present | |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 1981 - Present |
Admitted to Practice - U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington | 1981 - Present | |
Admitted to practice -U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals | 1978 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | 1977 - Present |
Admitted to practice - U.S. District Court, Central District of California | 1977 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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National Business Institute | Advance Divorce Law | 2017 |
NBI | Discovery in Divorce - evidence/motions/etc | 2016 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Handling Divorce for Clients over 50 - Post Decree Litigaiton section | 2013 |
National Business Institute Seminar | A Roadmap through Divorce - Getting Started & Discovery Tools & Trial Tactics section | 2010 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Advance Issues in Divorce - Troubble Shooting Marriage Dissolution Issues section | 2009 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Handling Complex Custody Matters - UCCJEA section | 2008 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Family Law A-Z - Child Custody/Visitation section | 2007 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Negotiating the Best Possible Settlement for Divorce Clients in Washington - Initiate Action/Discovery/Post Divorce sections | 2006 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Sucessful Financial Settlements - Fair Asset Division and Retirement/Pension Issues section | 2006 |
National Business Institute Seminar | Sucessful Planningfor New Couples in Washington - Prenuptial Agreements and Cohabitation Agreements sections | 2004 |
nbi | Family Law Litigation in Washington - Custody/Prenuptial Agreements/Litigation Techniques sections | 2003 |
nbi | Complex Issues in Divorce for WA Attys - asset/liab/custody/suppt section | 2003 |
Washington Appellate Reports | Marriage of Giordano Decision | 1990 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University | Juris Doctor | 1977 |
University of Oregon | BA | 1973 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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CEB | Advance Divorce Law | 2017 |
CEB | Discovery - Evidence/motions/practice | 2016 |
Growing Together | Parenting plans, child suport and paternity | 2015 |
CEB | Handling Divorce for Clients over 50 | 2013 |
CEB | A Roadmap through Divorce | 2010 |
CEB | Advance Issues in Divorce | 2009 |
Special Delivery | Parenting plans, child suport and paternity | 2009 |
CEB | Handling Complex Custody Matters | 2008 |
CEB | Family Law A-Z | 2007 |
CEB | A Roadmap Through Divorce | 2007 |
CEB | A Sucessful Financial Settlement for Your Divorce Cleint | 2006 |
CEB | Negotiating the Best Possible Settlement for Divorce Clients in Washington | 2006 |
CEB | Roadmap Through Divorce | 2005 |
CEB | A Roadmap Through Divorce | 2005 |
CEB | Sucessful Planning For New Couples in Washington | 2004 |
CEB | Family Law Litigation in Washington | 2003 |
CEB | Complex Issues in Divorce for Washington Practitioners | 2003 |
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Andrew May, Family Attorney on Dec 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Neal is very knowledgeable and tough, and yet he also has the ability to put aside differences with opposing counsel and work toward a practical resolution. He's been a tremendously helpful sounding board for me over the years, especially with some of my higher-conflict cases. I enthusiastically endorse him.
H Romanovitz, Business Attorney on Dec 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Great contributor, knows what he's talking about.
Andrew May, Family Attorney on Dec 30, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Neal is very knowledgeable and tough, and yet he also has the ability to put aside differences with opposing counsel and work toward a practical resolution. He's been a tremendously helpful sounding board for me over the years, especially with some of my higher-conflict cases. I enthusiastically endorse him.
H Romanovitz, Business Attorney on Dec 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Great contributor, knows what he's talking about.
Sarah Birkeland, Family Attorney on Oct 19, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Neal and I have worked opposite each other many times over the years. He is easy to reach and willing to work together to resolve issues. I always look forward to it when I know he will be my opposing counsel.
Carol Betts, Family Attorney on Oct 7, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Neal has an unsurpassed knowledge of case law, procedure and court process which makes him an outstanding litigator. He is smart, clever and effective. If you have to go to court, you'll want a lawyer who will instill confidence and tirelessly represent your interests. Neal will bring it.
Andre Lang, Family Attorney on Oct 6, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Neal is an exceptional litigator with expertise in all matters related to family law. His intellectual fervor is contagious, and his knowledge of civil procedure often holds judges, commissioners and opposing counsel(s) accountable to follow rule of law. Whether highly contested case or simple settlement agreement, Neal uses practical approaches to achieve his client's desired results. I endorse this lawyer and his sense of humor in the face of conflict.
Robert Kaufman, Family Attorney on Oct 5, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Neal professonally for at least 25 years. We have been on opposing sides of some cases and brainstormed in others. Neal is an expert in civil procedure and substantive family law and a tireless advocate for his clients. He is a valued resource when discussing cases and a formidable adversary when an opposing counsel. Neal's word is his bond - a quality seen far too little in today's legal universe. Anyone going through the trials and tribulations of family law would be well served by Neal, and I endorse him without hesitation.
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