Michele M Haaseth

Litigation Attorney at Redmond, WA

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I Highly recommend Michele M Haaseth!

I hired Michele for helping me out with a contested divorce case. Right from the day one, Michele handled my case with great professionalism and compassion. Her knowledge and drive were exactly what I needed and looking for since I did not had any personal knowledge or experience in the area of divorce. Her impeccable integrity, dedication, negotiation skills with other party are phenomenal. She had always kept me informed with case proceeding's through out the duration of the case. Always made sure that this divorce case had minimal financial burden on me. As a person, she is very caring, thoughtful, and extremely intelligent. What I like the most in her is that she views you as a person, not just a case number. She takes the time to get to know you and listens to your concerns, needs with utmost attention. I am very happy with Michele's services and truly recommend to anyone who is in need of this fabulous attorney in WA state for any of their family law needs. Thankyou Michele once again !!!. You really helped me during difficult times of my life and most importantly helped me getting back my life under control.

Tenant Representation

We cannot express our gratitude to Michele Haaseth and her level of service provided to us for a tenant/landlord issue where we were unlawfully treated as tenants. Her passion and level of commitment to our case was beyond our expectations. She was very thorough in explaining our rights, as well as listening to our concerns throughout the entire process, which took a total of 6 months. We would recommend Michele's services to anyone who is seeking representation as a tenant or landlord as she is fair across the board and is extremely knowledgeable in this area. Thank you so much Michele for your services!

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Practice areas

Litigation

38%

includes Insurance Coverage, First and Third Party claims involving property damages/personal injury, Bad Faith exposure/claims. Foreclosure, Debt Collection, Landlord/Tenant

23 years
Family

32%

includes Dissolution (uncontested), Parenting Plans and Child Support Modifications, Adoption, Adult Adoptions, Guardianships, Name Changes, Power of Attorney for Minor Child,

13 years
Elder law

30%

includes Wills, Healthcare Directives/Living Wills, Testamentary Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Guardianship, Probate, Property Transfers relative to existing Trusts

16 years

Michele M. Haaseth is the principal of Haaseth Law and has over 17 years of legal experience. She has proven to be a zealous advocate for all of her clients both in and out of court. With her extensive legal knowledge and significant practical experience, Ms. Haaseth helps her clients understand their options so they can make an informed decision. Ms. Haaseth is an accomplished litigator having successfully litigated hundreds of cases representing clients in a broad array of disputed matters including personal injury/automobile accidents, family law, dependency, debt collection, foreclosure, unlawful detainer (eviction), real estate, insurance defense, and insurance coverage. In addition, she has extensive experience with bankruptcy, bad faith exposure/claims, elder law, estate planning, and probate. Ms. Haaseth is well versed in multiple areas of dispute resolution including all Washington state courts, United States District Courts, as well as, alternative methods including mediation or arbitration. Ms. Haaseth's goal is to help her clients reach their goals.

Licensed for 22 years

State WA

Status Active

Acquired 2000

Updated 03/19/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Redmond, WA, 98052

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13 customer reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2019

I Highly recommend Michele M Haaseth!

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Posted by Jenny | January 1, 2019

Tenant Representation

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Posted by Heather | September 12, 2018

Brilliant Attorney, Phenomenal Advice.

Michele is a caring, compassionate, brilliant attorney and highly recommend. I consulted with her on a probate matter of my late-mother which I was provided practical, sound advice with a plan to move forward. It was easy to relate to her because of her friendly demeanor, professionalism and respect. I cannot thank her enough for her time and compassion to listen. Superb attorney!

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Posted by Henry | June 25, 2018

Very professional qualified attorney

I have multiple home, auto and rental properties and insurance policies from various companies. With our children all in driving age, we have concerns about our risks and liability. So we set up a consultation meeting with Michele Haaseth. She took her time to explain how the law works, who is liable and to what degree. She has all the answers to our questions and even patiently talked about real estate title related matters beyond the original scope for the meeting. She delivers answers and offers legal advice in clear and precise language. I am very satisfied with the service!

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Posted by Cathy | March 14, 2018

Tenant rights

Michele was easy to reach and meet. Very compassionate and caring. She gave great advice in a timely matter. Highly recommend!!

Posted by anonymous | November 6, 2016

Fast Friendly Service

I hired Michele to help me with a Small Estate Affidavit when my mother passed away. She completed the required paperwork in one hour. Michele was polite, fast, courteous & to the point. I will recommend her to others. Thank you Michele.

Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2016

Awesome and friendly lawyer!

I hired Michele to help me with matter in regards to my house deed and I mentioned to her of a related issue, that may not necessarily require legal assistance and Michele happily aid me in getting the necessary info as well as confirming and making sure there's no legal ramification from this issue.

Posted by Derek | January 13, 2016

Thoughtful and Honest.

Michele is an organized communicator that's result driven; while also being a realist- a rare and admirable combination in the profession. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with her again.

Posted by Shannon | August 14, 2015

smart heart

She was thoughtful in her communications and smartly navigated the situation. It's refreshing to work with someone who has both the passion and the savvy to be very effective yet a great caring bedside manner. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Ms. Haaseth and would highly recommend her to everyone I know!

Posted by Jason | April 30, 2015

She really knows her stuff...

Michele represented me after I was involved in a car accident. I liked the fact that Michele focused on my case. She really seemed to care about me. She was also knowledgeable and well prepped. If I ever go through something like this again, I would want her to represent me.

Posted by Mike | October 21, 2019

She stopped answering

I was working with Michele on a prenuptial agreement this summer. She was quite responsive at first. I spent a few hours on the phone speaking with her and determining what should go in the agreement. She provided useful advice, background, and context about WA State law. However, when it came time for her to draft the agreement, she disappeared. No replies to follow up emails. I actually hadn't paid her anything at all at this point. I understand she was having a busy summer, but I'm baffled as to why she would spend hours discussing my documents, not charge me, and then silently disappear. My feedback would be that if you won't have time to take on a client, please just say so, ideally up front (but better late than never). It will save us both a lot of time. I need to find another lawyer now.

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Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2020

Unresponsive

I contacted Michelle regarding some estate planning for my wife and I. We had a 50 minute phone conversation, which seemed to go well. She sent me a questionnaire, I filled it out, and emailed it back within the next week or two. This was late last year. After that, I never heard from hear again. I left multiple emails, voicemails, nothing. I even said, if you don't have time for this or are not interested, just tell me. Again, nothing. I just don't get it.

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Posted by anonymous | October 10, 2018

Michele is not professional, honest, or easy to work with—look elsewhere!

She was late to our meetings and completed my documents later than she promised while making mistakes on my them. She was unresponsive when I tried following up with her, when she finally got back to me after several attempts on cell, email, and text it was clear she rushed through her work and missed some important details that we had already discussed. Did not make me feel like a priority, and for the rate she charges I expected more—she was responsive at first but after she takes payment don’t expect much from her.

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AVVO RATING 8.6 (Excellent)

Work Experience

Managing Partner
Haaseth Law
2012 - Present

Attorney
Geico
2008 - 2012

Managing Partner
Haaseth Law
2004 - 2008

Attorney
Lee, Smart, Cook, Martin & Patterson, PS, Inc.
2001 - 2003

Clerk
Spokane County Superior Court
1999 - 1999

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Education

Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999

Washington State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1993

Legal Cases

RE adv Insurance Co Subro Claim
Successfully reduced liability from 100% to just over 50%.

C and F adv H
Defense verdict for client at MAR. Use of accident reconstruction with video and expert analysis to establish my client did not cause subject MVA.

M.S. v. G.P
At mediation, utilized insurance company auto repair estimate to successfully argue that impact was more significant than defense had argued resulting in increased offer and settlement.

Associations

King County Bar Association
Attorney Member
2015 - Present

East King County Bar Association
Attorney Member
2015 - Present

Snoqualmie Tribal Court
Attorney Member
2011 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington
Attorney Member
2002 - Present

United States District Court for the Western District of Washington
Attorney Member
2000 - Present

Washington State Bar Association
Attorney Member
2000 - Present

Phi Delta Phi
Member
1998 - Present

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Rising Star
Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2002

Rising Star
Washington Super Lawyers
2002

Rising Star
Thomson Reuters
2002

Publications

Prepared for Florida Law Firm entering Bankruptcy market
Florida Bankruptcy 101
2008

Attorney endorsements

Received (5)

Given (5)

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Robert Franco

Family Attorney | Sep 02
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Shahzad Qadri

Litigation Attorney | Aug 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Michele is a incredibly knowledgeable and skilled lawyer. A zealous advocate for her clients, she never compromises on her ethical obligations."

Christina Kefalas

Family Attorney | Jul 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michele is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to obtaining the optimal outcome. She has a wonderful positive personality that will help clients get through difficult times."

Noel Yumo

Litigation Attorney | Jul 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michele has over 10 years of experience as a litigator. She cut her teeth as an insurance defense attorney and now is now using that knowledge and skill for her clients. Employing both her experience and her acumen she maintains the highest standard within the profession."