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Tresa Ann Bennallack Sadler

also known as Tresa, Sadler

5.0
36 reviews
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Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 24 years

Child custody Lawyer at Mill Creek, WA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence ... +4 more

16708 Bothell-Everett Highway Suite 104, Mill Creek, WA

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About Tresa

Biography

Law Offices of Tresa A. Sadler PLLC. - Family Law | Probate | Estate Planning - Call Now!

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

20%
Child Support 10%

10%
Estate Planning 10%

10%
Guardianship 10%

10%
Probate 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

Silver Client Champion

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This attorney has received at least 3 client reviews, and has an average score of 4.0 or higher.

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 24 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Tresa A. Sadler, PLLC

(206) 222-8355

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16708 Bothell-Everett Highway Suite 104, Mill Creek, WA, 98012

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Tresa Ann Bennallack Sadler's Reviews

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Practice Areas
Child Custody (17) Family (16) Divorce & Separation (6) Child Support (4) Criminal Defense (1) Domestic Violence (1) Guardianship (1) Lawsuits & Disputes (1) Litigation (1) Marriage & Prenuptials (1) Mediation (1) Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
Advocacy (19) Recommendation (17) Case Results (16) Responsiveness (16) Professionalism (15) Compassion (11) General Knowledge (11) Communication Style (10) Staff & Support (10) Trustworthiness (9) Cost of Services (7) Character & Conduct (6) Practice Area Knowledge (5)

Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Family

Posted by troy | December 19, 2012

A FATHER WINS IN WASHINGTON!!

There are no real laws in Washington to support a father and his rights.you have to fight for them! pay your child support and they wont suspend your license.. thats about it. Mrs. Sadler got me custody of my daughter in just over a year. Although ,I did receive a bit of help from the mother, Mrs.... Sadler did more than I can imagine to make this happen! She kept me informed and focused,which couldn't have been easy, and most importantly listened to me when i was freaking out. I CANNOT endorse Mrs.Sadler enough!!! This woman kicks ass!!! sorry ,but that's the best way to describe her performance!! period! If you're reading this ,my guess is youre going through the same thing ,or are about too. my prayers are with you! ugliest thing i've ever been through. stay strong and have faith.Do the right thing and TELL THE TRUTH!! THE WHOLE TRUTH AND NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH!! trust me... it pays!

Posted by Crystal | June 06, 2012

Client for 18 Months Straight & Continuing - LOVE Tresa!

I hired Tresa 18 months ago to handle all communication between my daughter's father and I because he has been trying to set me up to lose custody. He is a pathological sociopath who stops at nothing to get what he wants. Tresa does not tolerate his antics nor will she feed into his nonsense. She han...dles him perfectly. We are currently in litigation and while I do not know the outcome yet as we have not yet gone into court, I can say that I am extremely happy with the case that Tresa has put together FULLY supported by evidence (no hearsay) and the amount of effort she has put into the case. Tresa will not go into court with a weak case and is very ethical in the sense that she will not say or do anything unless it is supported by evidence. We have had one court hearing in Spokane which she attended in person and she was very calm and carried herself with poise. We won that motion, by the way. I communicate with Tresa multiple times per week and have so for a year and a half. She really does care about the families she works for and she truly values justice. I would never trust another attorney with my case and will hopefully have the privilege of being able to continue to work with Tresa until my daughter turns 18 (11 more years). I not only love Tresa as an attorney, I really do like her as a person and did from the very 1st second she said "Hello" to me. She is just one of those people...I anticipate a great outcome at the end of my case and will be asking Tresa to handle future legal matters as needed. EXCELLENT in EVERY way!!!

Posted by Sammy king County, Wash. Whoknew.???? | October 02, 2011

family law is her priority.

she is awesome knows the law and does not tolerate nonsense from ex wife or babies mama drama i was very pleased on how she conducted herself on a professional level i would recommend her to defend you if you want cusody of your children and she certainly works it so that its in the best intrest of ...the children. good she is AWESOME IN THE COURTROOM.

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2011

Tresa is Truly a BLESSING

I have only just recently begun using Tresa but I am beyond thrilled with her services. I have been controlled by my ex husband for years through a horrible, unclear parenting plan under threats of contempt if I do not do any & everything he says HE thinks I should. I cannot even begin to describe... how wonderful it is to have PEACE restored back into my life so that I can now concentrate fully on important things such as raising my children, my schooling, and enjoying life. Tresa has handled issues with my ex even on the weekend when she was laying at home in pain from her own medical problems. Tresa (I believe) has gone above and beyond what I have paid her to do and I will be using her services for several more years to come. I thank God for Tresa and pray she will be blessed as she has been a blessing to me. Thank you, thank you, Thank you!

Posted by Meggan | June 22, 2010

A superhero

Tresa is a superhero, she is amazing and fantastic. She has helped me in so many ways I can't explain. If it was not for her I would not be where I am at today. I am always going to be so great full she took my case. My case is one of the most complexed with hits coming in every direction and she has... taken it in stride and helped me out in so many ways. If not for her I would not be able to take care of my children and survive like I am. She has always been there for me and gone above and beyond what any lawyer would do. it doesn't matter what time of day or night, she will always respond when she is able too. I have been up many nights talking and working on papers that need to be done. She is always just an email or text away. I can call her with any problem and she will find the answer or way to help me get it resolved. I am able to talk to her about any of my worries and she is there to listen and advise on the best solution. I am so glad she is able to help me with everything I have come across. She is the best lawyer that anyone could ever hire. Tresa is the most amazing, fantastic, caring, knowledgeable, and trusting person you could ever meet.

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Tresa Ann Bennallack Sadler's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lani Sockle

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tresa is a skilled attorney and client advocate."

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Heather Bliss

Unknown lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tresa is a great advocate for her client."

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Roberta Madow

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Sadler is a skillful advocate on behalf of her clients. She has impressed me over the years with her work ethic and her ability to advance her client's interests in court proceedings and through negotiation with counsel. I endorse this lawyer, and, additionally, I like her (which is not something I can easily say about all attorneys)."

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Edward Beckham

Child custody lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An attention for detail; a committed advocate."

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Rafael Schwimmer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Benjamin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tresa has a passion for her work and it shows when she makes a presentation before the court on behalf of her clients. Tresa does a great job for her clients and when I have a case against her, I know I have a formidable opponent."

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Jonathan Dichter

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tresa is a magnificent family lawyer - I have referred several clients to her - all have been very happy with her services! I refer with confidence! Aside from that - she's just a heck of a nice person! I consider her a colleague and a friend."

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Daniel McCormick

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Kenneth Brewe

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Heather Bliss

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Rafael Schwimmer

Family lawyer

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Roberta Madow

Family lawyer

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G. Gibbs

Family lawyer

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Sabrina Layman

Family lawyer

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Scott Lawrence

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Jason Benjamin

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Mark Garka

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Certificate of Completion, Pro Tem Judge Training for District and Municipal Court

2010

Pro Bono Service Commendation, WSBA

2009

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar

2008

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2007

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2001

Cum Laude, Seattle University School of Law

1999

Award of Excellence for Property Law, CALI

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Mentor, WSBA Law Clerk Program

2009 - Present

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Tresa A. Sadler, PLLC

2001 - 2009

Sr. Associate Attorney, J. Michael Gallagher

1988 - 1997

Human Relations Team Lead, Target Stores

Associations

2009 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2002 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

International Order of Job's Daughters

Majority Member

1999 - 2001

Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity

Honors

Sample of Legal Cases

Reversal of Custody against the GAL

Mother was awarded primary custodial care

Relocation Case

Father was awarded primary residential parent.

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Education

2001

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Washington

Bachelor of Art

Speaking Engagements

2010

Monthly Snohomish DUI Lawyer Meeting

When DUI Meets the Family Feud

Publications

1994

University of Washington Effect of EPA Testing Standards of Arsenic on US Clean Air Act

Languages

English

Activity

46

Legal Answers

Legal Answers

Q&A

Do I (a child under 18) have a choice in whom I reside with ?

23 Apr 2019
Q&A

If there is no parenting plan in place, do I have to allow my daughter's dad visitation rights?

12 Nov 2013
Q&A

How do you prove that a parent is unfit?

13 Nov 2013
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