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Michael Spencer Chin
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At Chin Legal Group, our primary concern is YOU, the client. We understand that taking on representation is never an easy decision and is often a last resort. If you could do it yourself you would. However, the added value in our representation is knowing that you have someone in your corner and watching out for you at every turn. We offer effective, professional, and personal representation to our clients and place our clients as our highest priority. Without you we would not be able to practice law.
Trusted legal advisors and general counsel for the everyday individual.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
Family
20%
Probate
20%
Estate Planning
15%
Fees and Rates
Awards
2025 2024 2022
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5
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 16 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Chin Legal Group, PLLC
(425) 276-6750
Mobile
3500 188th Street SW, Suite 205, Lynnwood, WA, 98037
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Practice Areas
Child Custody (45)
Divorce & Separation (33)
Family (32)
Child Support (11)
Lawsuits & Disputes (9)
Criminal Defense (4)
Mediation (4)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (4)
Tax (4)
Alimony (2)
DUI & DWI (2)
Domestic Violence (2)
Marriage & Prenuptials (2)
Power Of Attorney (2)
Arbitration (1)
Business (1)
Computer Fraud (1)
Estate Planning (1)
Litigation (1)
Probate (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (70)
Advocacy (52)
Recommendation (44)
Practice Area Knowledge (37)
Professionalism (34)
Communication Style (31)
Responsiveness (31)
Cost of Services (29)
Character & Conduct (25)
Trustworthiness (21)
Compassion (17)
Staff & Support (15)
General Knowledge (11)
Punctuality (5)
Free Consultations (3)
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Showing 31 - 31 of 31 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by Susana | June 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
reckless and no accountability
I hired Michael Chin and his team for almost 2 years to represent me in my divorce, domestic violence and custody. Michael did not advocate for me and he sabotaged my case. In fact he colluded with opposing counsel and dragged my case and minor children thru false allegations motions. He took my cas...
Michael Chin
Replied last April 26, 2024Dear Client, While I always appreciate comments left by former clients, your description and characterization of our representation is simply false and without merit. Knowing your case intimately, we prepared very hard for your case and in fact won your case. We were always on time and ready for testimony and argument. As you may or may not recall your spouse was requesting custody and did not want to pay you child support. Because of our efforts you received custody of your children and received full child support. This was your number 1 goal throughout the course of litigation and it was met. Second, your spouse wished to characterize the primary asset, your family home as his sole and separate property. As a result of our representation at trial you received 55% of the equity in the house. If not for our representation you may have received nothing. Sincerely - Chin Legal Group, PLLC Pertaining to your restraining order, I was not the attorney of record for any portion of those proceedings. You had another attorney who ultimately was unable to secure that order. Pertaining to our withdrawal, and even though you owed us significant attorney fees, we still finalized your matter and did not withdraw until trial was completed and final orders were entered. While you wish to find a “scape-goat”, my firm will not play that role as we zealously and professionally represented you throughout the entirety of your case. However, if you want to unreasonably blame me, feel free to do so. In closing, I wish you the best for you and your children.
Michael Spencer Chin's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"Michael is a consummate professional who advocates tirelessly for his clients."
"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."
"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
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 AssociationMember
2014 - Present
O'Dea High SchoolTeacher 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
Activity
Legal Answers