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Caleb Matthew Oken-Berg Bonm
also known as Caleb M. Bonm
About Caleb
Biography
Caleb Oken-Berg Bonm is Principal attorney at Skellenger Bender, P.S., where he is also serves as the firm's President and Managing Partner. Caleb’s practice focuses exclusively on family law, including divorce/dissolution, domestic partnership issues, complex asset divisions, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, parenting plan and child support modifications, child custody, parentage actions, and LGBTQ-specific legal issues. Caleb also assists families with adoption and assisted reproductive technology (ART) legal matters such as donor agreements and surrogacy agreements.
Caleb regularly represents clients in the unique and complex area of international family law, including international child custody issues, divorce with international financial issues, and international jurisdictional matters in the context of family law. Caleb handles international child abduction cases in both state and federal court, including matters involving the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. He also serves as a resource and mentor for attorneys in the area of international child custody issues.
In addition to his representation of family law clients, Caleb serves as a neutral by assisting parties in resolving family law disputes as a mediator and arbitrator. He also serves as a Family Court Commissioner pro tempore in King County Superior Court.
Caleb is admitted to practice in the federal and state courts of Washington, and United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. In 2015, Caleb founded a pro bono family law legal clinic for patients and community members associated with the Sea Mar Community Health Center in the South Park neighborhood of Seattle.
Caleb is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, American Bar Association, King County Bar Association, and the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court in Seattle. He is also past President of Q-Law (LGBT Bar Association of Washington) and is a member of the National LGBT Bar Association’s Family Law Institute. Caleb is the author of the “Same-Sex Dissolution Issues” chapter of the LexisNexis Washington Family Law Practice Guide. In 2016, Caleb was recognized as one of the 40 Best LGBT Lawyers under 40 in the U.S. by the National LGBT Bar Association, and he has been named a Washington Super Lawyers "Rising Star" every year since 2017.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
25%
Divorce and Separation
25%
Family
25%
Child Support
15%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 15 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Skellenger Bender, PS
Rainier Tower, 1301 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3401, Seattle, WA, 98101
skellengerbender.comOnline Presence
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Caleb Matthew Oken-Berg Bonm's Reviews
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Posted by Kerstin | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
High Quality Representation
I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to...
Posted by Happy Mother | January 11, 2013
Excellent representation in divorce trial
Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and ...
Caleb Matthew Oken-Berg Bonm's Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully endorse this lawyer. I have known Caleb for years and he has been nothing but professional and dedicated to his clients' interests. If I have a family law issue Caleb is top of my list of attorneys to talk to."
"Caleb is a rock star of a family law attorney. He is a fantastic trial attorney but also works well with opposing counsel to negotiate favorable settlements for his clients. It's clear he really cares about his clients and about advocating for what is right and fair. I highly recommend him."
"Caleb is a passionate advocate for his clients and always impresses me with his deep understanding of the law. He is clearly a leader in his field. Caleb is also one of the kindest people you will ever meet. This combination is what makes him the attorney that I refer all of my friends and family to who are in need of a family law attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Caleb is an upcoming star attorney. He is a strong advocate for his clients and pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Caleb is a kind compassionate attorney who provides superb representation to his clients."
"I endorse Caleb. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Caleb is an intelligent and caring attorney who knows the law and how to fight for his clients. I have consulted with Caleb on more than one occassion on family law issues and would reccomend him to anyone needing an excellent family law attorney!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Caleb on the opposing side of a dissolution matter. Caleb is a skilled and passionate advocate for his clients. I appreciate his professionalism and cooperative approach to resolving family law matters."
"I worked with Caleb for almost two years and was constantly impressed by his professionalism and keen ability to problem solve. He was thorough and diligent in all cases that he worked on. Lawyers like Caleb are invaluable to our legal community and any firm or organization is fortunate to have him on board."
"Caleb is an exceptional lawyer who shows attention to detail. He is highly professional, well spoken, and passionate. He drives results and works hard for his clients. He seeks efficient alternatives for his clients. I highly recommend him for any family law matter."
"I worked with Caleb at Spencer Anderson Buhr PLLC. Caleb is an extremely intelligent, detail-oriented and hard working attorney, who also has very effective client-counseling skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. I was consistently impressed with Caleb's work and dedication to his clients, as well as ability to quickly find the best solution to a given problem through creative problem-solving. I highly recommend Caleb."
"Caleb is a smart, conscientious advocate. He serves the diverse needs of his clients with diligence, grace, and tenacity. The family law community is better off with him as a member. I wholeheartedly endorse Caleb."
"I endorse this lawyer. Caleb's work is top-notch. He is an excellent advocate for his client, yet is reasonable and professional to deal with as opposing counsel. I would recommend him to potential clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
People on the Move, Puget Sound Business Journal
2012
People on the Move, Seattle Business Magazine
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Skellenger Bender, PS
1900 - Present
Shareholder, Skellenger Bender, P.S.
2010 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Moschetto & Koplin
2008 - 2010
Law Clerk, Spencer Anderson Buhr
Associations
2013 - Present
William L. Dwyer American Inn of CourtAttorney Member
2013 - Present
QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonCo-chair, Law Student Outreach
2012 - Present
Greater Seattle Business AssociationMember
2011 - Present
QLaw - GLBT Bar Association of Washington, Law Student Outreach CommitteeMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
2010 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Sexual Orienation and Gender Identification Legal Issues (SOGILI) SectionMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2007 - Present
QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonMember
Education
2010
Seattle University School of Law
J.D.
2006
Pomona College (Claremont)
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2012
LGBT Immigration and Family Law Forum
Marriage & Domestic Partnerships in Washington, LGBT Adoption & Alternative Reproduction Legal Issues
2011
Financial Divorce Settlements From Start to Finish
Finding, Valuing and Dividing Other Assets and Debts
2011
Alumni Stories From the Trenches
Find a Job
Publications
2013
SB Bulletin
Supreme Court's DOMA Decision
2013
NW Lawyer (WA State Bar News)
Life in a Post-DOMA World
2012
SB Bulletin
Same-Sex Marriage in Washington
Languages
English
Spanish
French
Activity
Legal Answers