Michael Spencer Chin

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Michael Spencer Chin

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Lynnwood, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Probate ... +3 more

3500 188th Street SW, Suite 205, Lynnwood, WA

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About Michael

Biography

Trusted legal advisors and general counsel for the everyday individual.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

35%
Family 20%

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Probate 20%

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Estate Planning 15%

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Business 5%

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Child Custody 5%

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Awards

Client's Choice
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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

Active

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Location

Chin Legal Group, PLLC

3500 188th Street SW, Suite 205, Lynnwood, WA, 98037

chinlegal.com

Michael Spencer Chin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

99 Client Reviews

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Posted by mariah | October 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

fantastic legal team

Mike and his legal team are absolutely fantastic and took care of me and my needs from day one. He helped me every step of the way and secured win after win for me. I would recommend this team to anyone needing legal help. Mike is incredibly knowledgeable on family law and goes above and beyond to wi...n the case. I can't thank him enough for everything he and his team did for me.

Posted by Beth | February 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Team at Chin Legal Group!

Michael has helped get me through a challenging divorce with patience and professionalism. He always explains things clearly and has my best interest at heart. His team is also top notch! Joshua, Camille, Savannah and Leslie have all been so helpful in answering my questions, reviewing/editing count...less documents and getting the details handled. Michael‘s rates are fair and transparent, which I really appreciate. The team has now also helped me with other services including POA’s which were done quickly and efficiently giving me peace of mind that my affairs are in order. I highly recommend Chin Legal Group!

Posted by Megan | January 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing!

I had been searching for a lawyer that I could afford in regards to a custody case. I had called probably at least 20 different lawyers Michael was the only one that I actually connected to. He took my case to heart and was very vigilant in communicating with me about what was going on with the diffe...rent aspects of my case. I couldn't have asked for a better person to represent me, my family, and our interests. Highly, highly, highly, recommend if you're in need of a lawyer for custody!!!!! Thank you for everything you've done for my family Michael!!! And your team was amazing also!!!!!

Posted by Kendall | December 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Aggressive and Well Connected @ a great price!

Michael was hired after I hired another attorney, that one dropped the ball big time, then had a life event that took her away from being able to consul me. Michael was hired by myself and found via referral. He was GREAT! Got my case turned around quickly, was on point with everything my previous at...torney messed up. And might I add at a BETTER price. He was aggressive in the right ways and I have gone through this before and he was a god send. I cannot thank him enough! He has great connections with the people in the system you would want your attorney to have. And no BS to deal with ever. One of the rare attorneys that will not nickel and dime you for every blessed thing. What he charges isn't enough, but makes his services so valuable so you can actually afford to be using an attorney, the only catch is he's better than most of the really expensive ones!

Posted by Andrew | June 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

I highly recommend Michael Chin and his team

There’s too much to type. It was a pretty easy difficult case. The main goal was to keep my kids in state and me retaining what custody I already had of my boys. Michael and his team were professional the entire time with me. Fielding questions, trying to offer support, and preparing me for the worst... case scenario (just in case). He and his team understood that my emotions were all over the place on this, that I didn’t want to get divorced and I wanted my children here. Never once was I faulted for speaking angrily or sharply. Did I have to re-submit documents from time to time? Sure, things happen. Michael always returned phone calls, emails and texts. He was available pretty much whenever i needed him. Day of court and ruling came, and not only did my boys stay in state, but I was awarded primary custody, among other things. I won’t get into the details of the case, but this was an extremely tough one given my situation. Michael, Josh , Camille and Leslie fought hard for me and my family. I highly recommend Michael Chin and his team for family law. I wouldn’t hesitate to call and employ his services again, which given my situation I probably will have too.

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Michael Spencer Chin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennifer Miller

Family lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Counsel and I had contested litigation that was complex including business valuation as part of a dissolution. He did a nice job, came to court prepared, was informed on the issues such that we could have intelligent conversations with the judge on contested issues. He was professional in court and out of court."

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Tien Nguyen

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is one of the most seasoned family and tax law attorneys in the area. I refer all my family law cases to him because he never lets my clients down."

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Brent Bohan

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is an outstanding attorney. He has a good knowledge of the law and is highly capable. He is reasonable and capable of resolving cases efficiently. I would recommend Michael to anyone searching for a divorce attorney."

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Lucas McWethy

Family lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Chin is a zealous advocate for his clients. He uses his extensive knowledge of the court system and legal rules to get the best results possible. I endorse Mr. Chin without reservation."

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Charles Shane

Family lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael was opposing counsel on a divorce matter. Michael is a pleasure to work with. I saw him go the extra mile for his client. He was always professional and courteous."

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Adam Teal

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kevin Anderson

Unknown lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Friend

"I am happy to endorse Mike Chin as an attorney and counselor at law. Mike and I have been colleagues since law school. I have had the pleasure of working with him extensively, whether it was collaborating together on joint law school projects or calling each other up to bounce legal strategy off of one another regarding are respective practice areas. I have always been impressed with his insight and thoroughness in finding and taking the best path to achieve his clients' goals. When I am approached by a client who has a legal issue in Mike's practice area, I always send them to him and know that they are getting the best representation."

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Jonathan Chin

Unknown lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a consummate professional who advocates tirelessly for his clients."

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Jess Monnette

Unknown lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Other

"When one of my clients is in need of local counsel in the Seattle area, Mike is on the list of attorneys I will call."

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Amy Pagano

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Family Law, Estate Planning, Tax or Litigation needs, I endorse Michael Chin's work. He is a smart and hard working attorney who will effectively advocate on your behalf."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Client Satisfaction Top 10 Best Attorneys (Family Law), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

2017 ten best attorney family law, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

2016 Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2006

WIlliam Lebfreve Best Thesis (History), Saint Mary's College

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Professor, O'Dea High School

2011 - Present

Attorney, Chin Legal Group, PLLC

2010 - 2011

Associate Attorney, Stahancyk Kent Johnson & Hook P C

Associations

2015 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

O'Dea High School

Teacher American Legal Systems and Mock Trial

Education

2010

University of Washington School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2009

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Saint Mary's College of California

Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Cantonese

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