$ 350-550 per hour
Cynthia F Buhr
About Cynthia
Biography
Cynthia Buhr is an attorney that practices primarily in the area of family law, including representation of individuals in dissolutions, adoptions, estate planning, and LGBTQ+ legal issues.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Adoption
25%
20 years
Divorce and Separation
25%
20 years
Estate Planning
25%
20 years
Family
25%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Skellenger Bender PS
520 Pike Street, Suite 1001, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Cynthia F Buhr's Reviews
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Posted by Elizabeth | April 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A steady, determined lawyer
Cynthia Buhr was a lighthouse in the storm of my divorce. She gave strong advice but always left it to me to make the decisions. She offered clear explanations and was always kind when I asked her to explain the process repeatedly. She was determined to help me get a settlement that was fair and equi...
Posted by Jay | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Fantastic. Simply fantastic.
Cynthia worked well on my case. She provided clear direction for my actions, as well as providing cost effective counsel. She was professional while helping clear up emotional responses to things that needed a fact based response. My case was complicated, and she helped me to understand what was ...
Posted by Cathy Guljord | April 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
So far, amazing experience.
Cynthia is extremely attentive and very knowledgeable. Cynthia takes the time to answer my questions in an excellent timely manner. She treats me with respect and I am very happy with Cynthia.
Posted by Chris Huang | February 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
真誠且有能力
我是來自台灣的華人. 我決定用中文寫下我對Cynthia專業與有效率真誠的評價. 她是一流的能夠洞悉問題所在,她為人的真誠以及用心,再再讓我在這場錯誤的婚姻然而還要付出不合理的代價的情況下,得以平反. 我謝謝她為我所做的一切,更在此推薦這位值得信賴可敬的律師. Chris
Posted by Charles | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional representation
A friend referred me to Cynthia for my dissolution case and I have no regrets. Without a doubt, I was a challenging client. Cynthia was flexible, courteous, considerate, prompt, professional and precise in her presentation. Cynthia was able to help me put aside the emotion of my case and get my wife ...
Cynthia F Buhr's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had great respect for Cynthia as a leader in the legal community and the LGBTQ community. Now that I have had the privilege of working by her side in a pro bono legal clinic, I can attest that she is a fantastic lawyer. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and a clear communicator. I readily endorse her."
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"Cynthia is an excellent attorney who listens to her clients needs and successfully advocates for their rights."
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"I worked for Cynthia for almost three years and learned a great deal from her. She not only taught me useful skills in regards to the practice of family law, but also provided some invaluable insight into being an attorney. She has a unique approach to practicing law and proves that there is no one way to address an issue."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Cynthia is intelligent and trustworthy. She truly serves her clients well, and is an asset to the legal community."
"While soft-spoken, Cynthia is an incredible advocate. I know her to be both extremely thoughtful and hard-working. She is an unblemished asset to our legal community!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Cynthia is an intelligent and hard working attorney who is committed to her clients. I know she will handle every case with care and concern in a professional and ethical manner."
"Cynthia and I went to law school together and we also work together at Spencer Anderson & Buhr. Cynthia is dedicated to her clients as wells as to her community, volunteering much of her personal time in support of GLBT causes."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Cynthia's lawyering style is enviable. She is compassionate and empathetic, yet she "paints a picture" of her clients' cases that is realistic and practical. Cynthia is not afraid to go to court, but realizes that litigation may not result in the most positive outcome for her clients."
"Cynthia is a true counselor and advocate for her clients, able to gently guide them through the highs and lows of their family law matters."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyers`, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
RIsing Stars, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Rising Stars, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2010
Nominee, Mentor of the Year, King County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
2010
Rising Stars, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2009
WSBA 2009 Leadership Institute Fellow, WSBA
2008
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, WSBA
2008
Certificate of Completion, Collaborative Law Basic Training
2007
Certificate of Completion, King County Center for Dispute Resolution
2007
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2006
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, WSBA
2006
Nominee - New Business of the Year, Greater Seattle Business Association
2005
Cum Laude, Seattle University School of Law
2004
Equal Justice Works Summer Corps Education Award, Equal Justice Works
2004
Member of the Year - Seattle Journal for Social Justice, Seattle University School of Law Student Bar Association
2004
Public Interest Law Foundation Grant, Seattle University Public Interest Law Foundation
2004
Member of the Year - OutLaws, Seattle University Student Bar Association
2003
Pride Law Fund Fellowship, Pride Law Fund
2003
Law Trustee Scholarship, Seattle University School of Law
2003
Public Interest Law Foundation Grant, Seattle University Public Interest Law Foundation
2000
Magna Cum Laude, Arizona State University
2000
Leadership & Service Award, Arizona State University
1998
Academic Scholarship, Arizona State University
Work Experience
2007 - Present
CASA, King County Family Law CASA
2006 - Present
Volunteer Attorney, King County Bar Association Community Legal Clinics
2023 - 2025
Adjunct Professor, Seattle University Law School
2010 - 2020
Owner, Law Offices of Cynthia F. Buhr PLLC
2006 - 2006
Document Reviewer, Perkins Coie
2005 - 2010
Attorney, Spencer Anderson & Buhr, PLLC
2005 - 2005
Clinic Intern, Ronald E. Peterson Law Clinic: International Human Rights Clinic
2004 - 2004
Rule 9 Intern, Society of Counsel Representing Accused Persons
2004 - 2004
Law Clerk, American Civil Liberties Union
2003 - 2003
Law Clerk, AIDS Legal Referral Panel
2003 - 2003
Judicial Extern, King County Superior Court Judge Mary I. Yu
2003 - 2003
Self Help Line Volunteer, Northwest Women's Law Center n/k/a Legal Voice
Associations
2006 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
National LGBT Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2020 - 2023
WSBA Family Law Executive CommitteeAt-Large Member
2015 - 2017
QLaw FoundationBoard Member and Legal Clinic Committee Chair
2014 - 2017
QLaw: The LGBT Bar Association of WashingtonBoard Member and Social & Services Committee Chair
2011 - 2012
National LGBT Bar AssociationMember of Membership Committee
2011 - 2011
WSBA, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identification Legal Issues (SOGILI) SectionTrustee
2011 - 2013
Out for SustainabilityBoard Member
2010 - 2011
QLaw: The GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonImmediate Past President/Board Member
2009 - 2010
QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonPresident
2008 - 2011
QLaw FoundationDirector, Board of Directors
2008 - 2009
QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonPresident-Elect
2007 - 2009
QLaw FoundationGrant Committee Chair
2007 - 2008
QLaw: GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonVice President
2005 - 2007
QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of WashingtonLaw Student Outreach Committee Chair
2005 - 2021
Greater Seattle Business AssociationMember
Education
2005
Seattle University School of Law
J.D.
2000
Arizona State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2022
WSBA Family Law Midyear
STOP MAKING SENSE!—How I learned to stop worrying and love the UGA (or at least work with it)
2021
WSBA Family Law Midyear
The Demise of RCW 26.10 and the Rise of RCW 11.130: From Third Party Custody to Guardianships
2019
QLaw Foundation Family Matters Clinic - Training for Attorneys and Social Workers
Second and Third Parent Adoptions
2019
OutLaws Board Meeting
Guest Speaker
2018
QLaw Foundatrion Securing Parentage CLE: Second Parent Adoptions and More for the LGBTQ+ Community
Finalizing a Second Parent Adoption Case, Legal Clinic Procedures and Other Forms of Securing Parentage
2017
PFLAG Bellevue Meeting
Legal Issues Facing the LGBTQ Community
2017
LGBTQ Legal Clinic CLE
Family Law and Assisted Reproduction
2017
Conception Options for LGBTQ Families
Legal Ramifications of Conception
2016
Solo & Small Firm Class
Practitioner's Panel
2016
Protecting Ourselves and Our Community
LGBTQ Rights Post-Election
2016
Conception Options for LGBTQ Families
Legal Implications of Conception
2014
City Hall Panel
Auto-Conversion of Domestic Partnerships to Marriage
2014
Century Square
The Consequences of Windsor: Tax and Estate Planning Strategies.
2013
University of Washington Family Law Class
Parenting Plans
2013
Seattle University School of Law
Practitioner's Panel - Law Practice Planning and Management Class
2013
Lavendar Law
Panel on LGBT Solo Attorneys
2012
QLaw CLE & GLBT Legal Clinic Attorney Training
Family Law: An Overview
2012
Admission to Practice Rule 8(g) Training Program
Washington State Domestic Partnership Law and Other Legal Considerations for Gay & Lesbian Servicemembers
2011
UW Tacoma
Domestic Partnership Law
2011
QLaw- GLBT Bar Association of Washington
Partners Through Time: Using the Law to Support LGBT Relationships
2011
Pride Foundation
Tax Developments for Washington Same-Sex Couples
2011
KCBA BrownBag
The New Uniform Parentage Act
2011
Highline Community College
Family Law Practice
2011
2011
ACLU of Washington Series
Law & Liberty: Marriage Equality
2010
Whatcom County Bar Association CLE
The Multiple Impacts of the New Domestic Partnership Act
2010
University of Washington Social Work Continuing Education Class
Washington Domestic Partnerships
2010
University of Washington School of Law: Family Law
Parenting Plans
2010
Senior Services
Washington Domestic Partnerships
2010
QLaw Foundation Legal Clinic CLE
Family Law
2010
Fifth Annual Statewide Diversity Conference
Lawyer's Toolbox: Family Law Basics
2010
BECU Seminar
Estate Planning for Domestic Partners
2009
The State of LGBT Rights in Washington
Domestic Partnerships
2009
The Past, Present & Future of Domestic Partnerships in Washington State
Family Law Implications of Domestic Partnerships
2009
Social Sustainability
Orientation + Family
2009
Recent Changes to Washington Law Regarding Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
Family Formation and the Washington Law on Domestic Partnerships
2009
LGBT Law from A to Z
Legal Clinic Ethics
2009
GAAP Recruitment CLE - Family Law Topics
Domestic Partnerships
2009
Civil Liberties 101: Domestic Partnership
Domestic Partnerships
2008
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Festival
GSA/Student Rights
2008
Know Your Rights: GLBT Student Rights
QLaw Youth At Risk Panel
2007
The New Domestic Partnership Law
The New Domestic Partnership Law
Publications
2017
Judges’ Bench Guide on the LGBTQ Community and the Law
Chapter 5 - Family Law
2011
WYLD De Novo
Succession Planning
2009
Your Guide to Turning 18
Marriage and Families
2009
Washington State Juvenile Non-Offender Benchbook
LGBTQ Youth in Foster Care
N/A
AIDS, The Law and You
Family Law Section
N/A
GSBA Newsletter
Second Parent Adoptions
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers