Lara Margaret Dethlefs

Lara Margaret Dethlefs

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 28 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Edmonds, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

100 Second Ave. South, Suite 190, Edmonds, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 26 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 1999

Administrative - Not authorized to practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 27 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 28 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1997

Dismissed

No misconduct found

Location

Dethlefs Sparwasser Reich Dickerson & Key, PLLC

100 Second Ave. South, Suite 190, Edmonds, WA, 98020-3192

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Lara Margaret Dethlefs's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by George | September 05, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Ms. Dethlefs is a brilliant and passonate lawyer I'd strongly recommend if you want one of the best in family law.

Ms. Dethlefs was recommended by a personal friend of ours who is also a respected lawyer. Lara responded with strategic legal advice and actions the same day we contacted her. It was obvious that Lara was incredibly knowledgeable of the law and the courts. Based on her assessment of facts and data... she collected from us and other sources, Lara recommended to us what we considered a very fair settlement. Despite a total lack of cooperation and stalling from the other party, Lara was able to win our desired settlement in arbitration, without going to court, and with virtually no concessions. In an all-day session, Lara remained on the offense presenting our request for a "dissolution" and a "family plan". She was better prepared with extensive and comprehensive supporting facts and data. Not going to court obviously saved us money and "agony". It was also important to us that Lara earned our total trust and was always available to talk as both our lawyer and a friend/confidant. In summary, Lara is very versed in family law, smart and quick on her feet, tough on the opposition when required, and passionate.

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Lara Margaret Dethlefs's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kokie Adams

Unknown lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jody Reich

Family lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Other

"I have known Lara for more than 12 years, and trust her judgment implicitly. As her business partner, I know she is dedicated, decisive, and works harder on her clients' cases than even they expect. And she gets results because of it."

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Karen Skantze

Family lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Lara cares about the integrity of this profession. She is an attorney, who advocates for her clients while also maintaining solid working relationships with her attorney colleagues that may end up representing the adverse party. She pursues her clients’ causes; yet she also sees the value in negotiating settlements in a no nonsense sort of way. She is approachable and knowledgeable. It is obvious she cares about her work and helping her clients."

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Lori Guzzo

Family lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I'm familiar with Lara's excellent work and refer matters to her whenever the opportunity arises. She is skilled and compassionate."

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Erica Santos

Family lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Dethlefs was a pleasure to work with on a recent dissolution matter. She was professional and cooperative while still being a fierce advocate for her client. Ms. Dethlefs is a lawyer I hope to have as opposing counsel again as she made the sometimes difficult job as a family law attorney enjoyable."

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G. Gibbs

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As an active family law practitioner and a Judge Pro Tem, I have the opportunity to interact with most family law attorneys in Snohomish County. Some recent cases with Ms. Dethlefs have convinced me she is extremely competent, a zealous advocate for her clients but, perhpas most importantly, gives them realistic advice. She is a worthy and capable opponent."

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Damon Canfield

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Dethlefs and I recently concluded a dissolution matter involving children. While the possibility of high conflict existed, Ms. Dethlefs was the consummate professional throughout. She demonstrated a clear understanding of all the relevant facts, an adroit knowledge and applicaton of the law and a caring manner with her client. I would recommend Ms. Dethlefs without reservation."

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Jeannette Gorman

Family lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Lara Dethlefs with great confidence. Lara is smart, creative, tenacious and compassionate. I have referred a number of clients to her and she has represented them well. Lara cares about her clients and achieves great results for them. She is an excellent lawyer."

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Steven Burkhalter

Family lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Lara is straightforward, personable and a pleasure to work with. I have recommended Lara to many potential opposing parties when the need has arisen. A great lawyer."

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Mark Davis

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Patricia Nelson

Family lawyer

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Brita Long

Family lawyer

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Kokie Adams

Probate lawyer

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Tristen Key

Family lawyer

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Karen Skantze

Family lawyer

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Lori Guzzo

Family lawyer

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Erica Santos

Family lawyer

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G. Gibbs

Family lawyer

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Damon Canfield

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2005

Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

2004

Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Partner, Dethlefs Sparwasser Reich Dickerson & Key, PLLC

2002 - 2004

Associate, Betts Patterson Mines

2000 - 2002

Associate, Clarke Bovingdon Cole Mills & Lether PC

1999 - 2000

Associate, Marvel & Kump, LTD

1998 - 1999

Clerk, Pierce County Superior Court, Honorable Frederick B. Hayes (Ret.)

Associations

2004 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Washington

2000 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

King County Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2004

Washington Defense Trial Lawyers

Member

Education

1997

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Oregon State University

Bachelor of Science

Publications

2003

Defense News, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers “A Few Things Civil Trial Lawyers Need to Know About the Fifth Amendment,”

2002

International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC) Newsletter "Survey Evidence of Likelihood of Confusion in Trademark Cases: How Much Confusion Is Enough?"
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