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
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
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 1984 | 02/24/2021 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2017 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
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Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2013 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2012 |
Top Lawyer | Seattle Metropolitan Magazine | 2010 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2001 |
Appreciation for Service | Kent Youth and Family Services | 1997 |
Magna Cum Laude | Seattle University | 1984 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Curran Law Firm | 1991 - Present |
Associate | Olson and Associates | 1985 - 1991 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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King County Bar Association | Member | 1991 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 1984 - Present |
South King County Bar Association | President | 1996 - 1997 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Seattle University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1984 |
Seattle University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1981 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Unified Family Court Training | Parenting Plan Experts | 1998 |
Case name | Outcome |
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McCann v. Palmer | Court of Appeals affirmed and awarded Palmer her reasonable attorney fees on appeal. |
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Wed Jan 25 2017
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Thu Jan 10 2013
Posted by David
Wed May 21 2008
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.
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