Susan Marie Alexander

Susan Marie Alexander

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Domestic Violence

15600 NE 8TH ST, SUITE B1 #174, Bellevue, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 34 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1991

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Law Offices of Susan Alexander, P.S.

15600 NE 8TH ST, SUITE B1 #174, Bellevue, WA, 98008

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Susan Marie Alexander's Reviews

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12 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jennifer | September 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney!

I hired Susan after interviewing several attorneys. She has a great professional and direct approach. Her style is similar to my own, be factual and direct - no need to be nasty. Divorces can be done professionally - thanks to Susan! She gave very good legal guidance, and did well for me. She guided..., suggested, talked situations through with me, and offered plenty of examples to help me work through this process. I also chose to work with Susan because of her pre/post nuptial experience and background. Since there was a post-nup and children involved with my divorce, it was important that my hired attorney was well versed in laws pertaining to those agreements. Susan's experience and conversational approach definitely helped me through this process. In addition to her abilities, she has an incredible network of colleagues (thanks to years in the business) that you will find very helpful as well. She is a great connection and an excellent attorney. It is funny to say, but it seems like she would be my friend even if it wasn't a business relationship. That's probably a strange thing to write in a review, but that's a GREAT thing to say, after a divorce is final. To feel like your attorney was a "friend" is a very high compliment. A friend that can really hold her own in a legal setting....I am very happy she was sitting on my side of the table. Good luck with your attorney search!

Posted by Simone | December 23, 2014 | Child Custody

Experienced and Excellent

Susan Alexander was an absolute blessing to my life. Susan came highly recommended to me in the beginning of a complicated and emotional custody battle. It only took one phone call to realize that she was the person I wanted in my corner. I came into this situation without much in-depth knowledge of... the family court system, and with an extremely high level of anxiety regarding both my dealings with my ex, and with the outcome of this case. Susan was there for me from the start. She respected my autonomy by allowing me to express myself and my desired outcomes, while prioritizing my priorities. She truly cared about the end result of our case. She helped me to create an effective strategy in managing interactions with my ex, as well as a legal strategy that was effective in the courtroom. My anxiety regarding this situation was almost paralyzing. My ex wanted to take our toddler for a great deal of time and bring him into an environment that I did not feel was safe. I was completely blind-sided by my ex's hiring of an attorney and requesting up to 4 nights a week with our son. Once I explained my complicated situation to Susan, she made me feel as though there was light at the end of the tunnel. Never had I considered lawyers to be compassionate, but that is exactly how I would describe Susan. Compassionate and strong. She was ready to go to battle for me. I must also speak to Susan's experience. Susan has been licensed for over 20 years and that wealth of knowledge is apparent in her dealings with the family court system. She was honest with me regarding what she anticipated the outcome of our hearing to be, and strategized in order to achieve our ultimate goal. She was exactly correct in her predictions and got me exactly what I wanted. Susan did it all, and I truly consider her a blessing to myself and my family. The legal battle with my ex will continue into next year, and I would want no one else to represent me or my child's best interests. When this situation began I was completely devastated, but with Susan I found hope. And thanks to her continued and effective level of excellence, I have found confidence as well.

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Susan Marie Alexander's Lawyer Endorsements

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Courtney Story

Family lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Susan is an attorney who makes it easy to hold in high esteem. She doggedly fights for her clients, is honest, professional and smart. Her knowledge of the law and experience is strong and she gets results."

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Loretta Story

Family lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Susan for many years and have always found Susan to be well versed in the law and and a great advocate for her clients. She is a good litigator but also understands the benefits of settlement when appropriate. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Rosecrans

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Susan has built a reputation in the legal community an excellent attorney and an experienced litigator. She is extremely effective in court yet cordial and pleasant to work with in a professional manner. I wholeheartedly endorse Susan."

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Kim Schnuelle

Family lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel with Susan on several matters over the years. Each time she has been a smart and zealous advocate for her client while also knowing when discussion and negotiation will better solve a problem. She has the people skills to not fan flames and make a situation worse - a sometimes rare talent in the legal field. I endorse this lawyer,"

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Karin Quirk

Family lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I work in the same office suite as Susan and I am impressed by her knowledge and skills. I would call her a "lawyer's lawyer" in that she is a person other lawyers consult when they have a difficult case. Susan is a strong advocate for her clients and an outstanding litigator. I have no hesitation in referring litigated divorces to her."

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Loretta Story

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John Rosecrans

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Kim Schnuelle

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Certificate of Appreciation re Pro Se Clients in King County, King County Superior Court

2005

Certificate of Appreciation re Family Law Commissioner Screening, King County Unified Family Court

2005

Random Acts of Professionalism, Washington State Bar Association Professionalism Committee

1989

Associate Editor, 1989-1991, Gonzaga Law Review

1988

Thomas More Scholarship, 1988-1991, Gonzaga University School of Law

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney at Law, Law Offices of Susan Alexander, P.S.

1995 - 1996

Associate Attorney, Hawkins Jeppesen Hoff

1993 - 1995

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office (Washington State)

1991 - 1992

Law Clerk, Nevada Supreme Court, Honorable Cliff Young

1989 - 1991

Law Clerk, United States Attorneys Office, Eastern District of Washington

Associations

1997 - Present

Family Law Section of Washington State Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Parentage, Parenting, and Support of ARKK-K and NJK, 142 Wn.App. 297 (2007)

Montana was determined to be the proper jurisdiction pursuant to the UCCJEA.

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Education

1991

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, cum laude

1984

University of Washington

Master of Education, cum laude

1982

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts, cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2014

Family Law Speaker Series

Enforceability of Prenuptial Agreements

Publications

1991

26 Gonzaga Law Review 537 Criminal Sentences that Reflect Actual Conduct

1991

Gonzaga Law Review Associate Editor

Languages

English

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