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Sarah Wessel Birkeland

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 38 years

Family Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation

9 Lake Bellevue Drive, Suite 106, Bellevue, WA

About Sarah

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 60%

Family law, divorce, separation, custody, child support.

28 years

60%
Mediation 40%

24 years

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 38 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1987

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Sarah W. Birkeland

9 Lake Bellevue Drive, Suite 106, Bellevue, WA, 98005

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Sarah Wessel Birkeland's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ashley | March 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

The best by far

Sarah is the smartest but attentive lawyer I’ve ever met. I’ve been around quite a few and none even come close to the way they handle cases, their knowledge of the law or their strong sense of fight. Sarah was always a step ahead of me and my ex husband, she knows past cases as precedent like the ba...ck of her hand and I couldn’t recommend her more.

Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2013 | Family

The Best Decision You Will Ever Make

If you need a Family Law attorney, the best decision you will ever make is to hire Sarah Birkeland. Sarah has been working with me for many, many years in just about the worst, messiest divorce you can ever imagine. Sarah is by far the MOST intelligent lawyer you will ever find...her knowledge of t...he law and law procedure is bar none, the best. She is TOUGH but ETHICAL and HONEST. Sarah is a straight shooter but she is kind and compassionate. Knowing that Sarah is on my side, defending, fighting and advocating for me and my children gives me great peace of mind. If you need an attorney, hire her...you will not regret it.

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Sarah Wessel Birkeland's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Miller

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sarah is a fierce advocate and terrifying opponent. I can think of no greater compliment for a divorce lawyer. If you can get on her client list, you will be well served."

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Mindy Carr

Mediation lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Sarah as opposing counsel and with her as the family law mediator. She is practical, straightforward, and reasonable. I recommend her and will not hesitate to use her again for mediation."

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Michael De Maar

Unknown lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a extremely formidable lawyer who knows our area of the law extremely well. I trust Sarah with any of my client referrals. She is an excellent attorney."

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Natalie De Maar

Unknown lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is a tough and knowledgeable advocate for her clients. I often consult Sarah for advice or use her skills to help solve difficult issues."

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Neal Feinerman

Family lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is professional in her manner, easy to work with, knowledgeable and energetic. I found her wiling to achieve practical solutions, while at the same time a strong and effective advocate for her client."

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Robert Kaufman

Family lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sarah Birkeland is one of the finest attorneys with whom I have had the pleasure of working. I have practiced law for 35 years, and Sarah and I have been on opposing sides of a few matters over the past several years. She is always knowledgeable, tenacious when necessary, and an excellent advocate for her clients. Sarah is also one of the most honest and ethical lawyers with whom I have dealt, and her word is her bond. I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone facing a family law issue. She is effective, practical, and never loses sight of the big picture."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

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