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Theresa Mary Ahern

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  • Kent, WA
  • Licensed for 36 years
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About Theresa

Theresa has over 30 years of experience in family law matters such as: dissolutions, legal separations, cohabitation relationships, parenting plans, child support modifications, paternity actions, mediations and arbitrations.

Honors & Awards
AV rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Seattle Met Magazine Top Lawyers 2010


Professional and Community Involvement
Washington State Bar Association, Member
King County Bar Association, Member
South King County Bar Association, Member and Past President
South King County Legal Clinic, Volunteer
South King County Volunteer Family Law Settlement Conference Panel, Co-founder & Volunteer

Practice areas

OtherDivorce and separationChild custodyFamilyMediation
  1. Mediation: 20%

  2. Family: 20%

    I have practiced law since January of 1985. For the first six years, I worked for a firm in Grays Harbor County. Since July of 1991, when I joined my present firm, I have dedicated my practice primarily to family law cases. These consist of dissolutions of marriage, child suport adjustments and modifications, paternities, custody modifications, etc. In addition to representing parties in family law cases, I also serve as a mediator and/or arbitrator in domestic relations matters.

    36 years, 750 cases

  3. Child custody: 20%

  4. Divorce and separation: 20%

  1. Child support: 20%

Languages spoken

English

Contact

555 West Smith Street
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Curran Mendoza P.S.

555 West Smith Street
Kent, WA, 98035

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      WAActive198402/24/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2020
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2019
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2018
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2017
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2016
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2015
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2014
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2013
      Preeminent 5.0 out of 5Martindale-Hubbell2012
      Top LawyerSeattle Metropolitan Magazine2010
      AV RatingMartindale-Hubbell2001
      Appreciation for ServiceKent Youth and Family Services1997
      Magna Cum LaudeSeattle University1984
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PartnerCurran Law Firm1991 - Present
      AssociateOlson and Associates1985 - 1991
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      King County Bar AssociationMember1991 - Present
      Washington State Bar AssociationMember1984 - Present
      South King County Bar AssociationPresident1996 - 1997
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Seattle University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1984
      Seattle UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1981
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Unified Family Court TrainingParenting Plan Experts1998
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      McCann v. PalmerCourt of Appeals affirmed and awarded Palmer her reasonable attorney fees on appeal.

      Reviews

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      Review Theresa Ahern

      Got to the point!

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      I appreciated working with Theresa as I felt she thoroughly represented me without having a gigantic attorney's bill at the end. She helped me negotiate the biggest issues and help keep the emotions of the situation at bay. I believe she genuinely cared for me and my child's best interest! Thank you very much!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      EXCELLENCE in legal representation!!!!

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      Theresa recently represented me as the respondent in a divorce, and she provided me with professional excellence in the midst of a contentious legal battle. Her attention to detail, quick response to any questions and extensive experience made her a delight to work with. Theresa coached me from beginning to completion with the utmost integrity and honesty. I was able to reach a fair and equitable settlement in the divorce without going to court. I am so thankful that Theresa was recommended to me and I, in turn, would highly recommend her legal services.

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      I practice in a different area of law, so after much research, I hired Theresa as my advocate for a fairly complicated divorce involving children, business and assets. She helped me feel less out of control and was a very effective advocate. Due to Theresa's tenacity, we were able to resolve the matter in the kids' best interest and without going to trial.

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      Shana Thompson, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 11, 2020
      Relationship: Worked for lawyer

      Theresa is an exceptional litigator. I have seen her in action multiple times in court. She is passionate and knowledgeable, making succesful arguments time and again. Theresa is a straight shooter and will tell you the pros and cons of your case, and what the court is likely going to do in any given scenario. You can and should rely on Theresa.

      Deborah Gordon, Family Attorney on Jan 23, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      David Snell, Family Attorney on Apr 23, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I highly endorse this lawyer's work. I have hired her for family law representation, and she is top notch. Theresa is a very tough adversary for opponents, and a compassionate advocate for her clients. I have recommended Ms. Ahern to many potential clients, and will continue to do so.

      Cost

      RATES
      • Hourly Rates$325-$325/hour
        PAYMENT METHODS

        Cash, Check, Credit Card