Constance Macalpine Locklear

Constance Macalpine Locklear

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation

1301 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA

About Constance

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 50%

All family related issues: prenuptial agreements, divorce, separation, child support, post-secondary support, child custody, relocation, and contempt.

12 years

50%
Mediation 50%

Mediate all family law related issues: divorce, legal separation, child support, parenting plans, child support, relocation, disputed major decisions in parenting plans, and post-secondary support.

4 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 11 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wechsler Becker, LLP

1301 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3400, Seattle, WA, 98101

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Constance Macalpine Locklear's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Landlord & Tenant

Posted by Svenja | September 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Constance is the best!

We used Constance to settle a landlord dispute concerning a deposit being withheld. She worked very efficiently and had things settled within days. Highly recommend!

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Constance Macalpine Locklear's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sophia Woolery

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Spencer

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I'm always pleased to work "across the table" from Ms. Locklear. She is professional, courteous, and solutions-oriented."

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Misty Hayes

Family lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Constance was great to work with as opposing counsel. She was very responsive and while the matter was highly contested, Constance remained diplomatic and professional. I endorse this lawyer."

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Flint Stebbins

Family lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Ms. Locklear on opposing sides of a family law matter. Ms. Locklear was, at all times, professional and courteous. She is knowledgeable, diligent, and was fair. I highly endorse Ms. Locklear and for potential clients seeking representation in a family law matter, you can be confident that Ms. Locklear will help you successfully navigate your case and, when necessary, she has the skills, intelligence, and strength to fight to protect your interests and advance your goals in your case. It was a pleasure to work with her."

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Justin Morgan

Unknown lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Constance is a thoughtful and skilled attorney! She goes out of her way to work with Clients of all kinds and she is very savvy. I'd recommend any client or attorney work with her."

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Katherine Shipman

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Constance is exceptionally dedicated to her clients, ensuring they are aware of their likelihood of success in proceedings. When I encounter clients with difficult family law issues, I refer them to her."

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Renee DeFreece

Family lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Hard working and passionate... Constance is dedicated to her job. I would endorse and recommend her anytime."

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Frank Hagedorn

Family lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Langbehn

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Constance is fantastic. She is a passionate and knowledgeable advocate, and she is always striving to provide the best possible representation for her clients. I regularly refer clients to her, knowing they will be in good hands."

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Miryana Saenz

Family lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Constance is an excellent attorney with impeccable knowledge of all facets of family law. She knows how to effectively advocate for her clients, whether in settlement or litigation. I would not hesitate to refer clients to her."

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Heidi Nagel

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have had the pleasure of working with Constance and can attest to the level of her dedication to her clients. She brings zealous advocacy, common sense and financial awareness to the practice of family law. She is compassionate and knowledgeable and a superb advocate for her clients. She will help see you through to the changes you want to see and experience in your life."

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Catherine Case

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Constance was amazing for my family member. He was being harassed by his landlord and Constance mediated a happy resolution. I worked with her on this case, so I have first hand knowledge how incredible she is and what a hard worker she is for her clients. Thanks again, and as an attorney, I will always refer Constance for any landlord/tenant issues."

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Natalie Roberts

Unknown lawyer

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Sophia Woolery

Unknown lawyer

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Garrett Grieb

Family lawyer

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James Spencer

Estate planning lawyer

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Misty Hayes

Family lawyer

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Flint Stebbins

Child abuse lawyer

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Katherine Shipman

Juvenile law lawyer

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Miryana Saenz

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Justin Morgan

Probate lawyer

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Hillary Roberts-Griffith

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2025

Top Rated Family Law Attorney, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Top Rated Family Law Attorney, Super Lawyers

2013

Excellence in Courtroom Advocacy, The Order of Barristers

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Managing Partner, Cascade Legal Solutions, PLLC

2020 - 2025

Attorney, Genesis Law Firm, PLLC

2016 - 2019

Attorney, Tuohy Minor Kruse PLLC

2014 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Redinger Law Offices, PLLC

Associations

2018 - Present

Domestic Relations Attorneys of Washington

Member

2016 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Marriage of Eve Snider Anderson and Judah Stroud

Our client prevailed at trial and Division One Court of Appeals

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Education

2014

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

University of Oregon

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Seattle University School of Law's 1L Mentorship Program

Mentorship

Languages

English

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