Blake has advised numerous clients in cases involving the division of substantial assets, including closely-held businesses, investment portfolios, executive compensation, intellectual property and real property. When handling challenging, high asset divorce cases, Blake’s clients benefit from his finance background.
Clients rely on Blake’s strong judgment in developing their case for success inside and outside of a courtroom. He works with clients to understand their values and goals at the outset of a case and develops a tailored legal strategy to protect their interests.
In a collaborative process with clients, Blake helps them understand their options, sets a plan of action and lays out next steps. Clients appreciate that he always provides his candid advice, even when it is difficult, and keeps them focused on the big picture. He considers it part of his role to shoulder as much client stress as possible during their period of transition to provide relief as they go about their daily lives during the case.
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600 University St., Suite 2510, Seattle, WA, 98101
39 Client Reviews
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Posted by Joan | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Dedicated Attorney
Blake oversaw the final stages of my divorce settlement, pertaining to property settlement and child support. The issues were beyond complicated and as with many family law cases, emotions ran high. Blake steered the course with tremendous expertise and a brilliance for retaining truck loads of fac...
Posted by LG | January 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Representation, Trusted Counsel, Extremely Knowledgeable
Mr. Hilty is a professional in every sense of the word. From the first consult, I knew I was making the right decision hiring him and his team. He was brilliant throughout the entire process, and presented my side with the utmost dignity. Even when it seemed unlikely that my case would settle, he ...
Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Very detail-oriented, patient, and responsive
I was referred to Blake by a coworker for a family law matter. Blake is very patient and very thorough when answering my questions and explaining the details of my case. I am the kind of person that wants to understand all the specifics and he is great at accommodating that. The parties in my case ca...
Posted by BJ | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family
Thorough, Thoughtful, and Trustworthy
Blake approaches family law as anyone should, in my opinion. It's about the law, not the overwhelming amount of tactician strategies that other firms employ to intimidate. I'm sure that he can play that game, but as my desire was to wrap things fairly while not giving anything up, that wasn't the roa...
Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Trusted Counsel
I had the pleasure of working with Blake as my Family Law attorney for 3+ years. Blake was instrumental in guiding me through a very complex divorce and custody battle with a successful outcome. He kept me informed during the entire process and ensured that I fully understood my options at all tim...
"Blake is a great lawyer and a great mentor. I have worked closely with him and he is a brilliant mind who handles difficult situations with a calm and collected demeanor. He provides excellent service to his clients and is extremely responsive. I endorse and recommend him for divorce cases which involve complex financial issues."
"It's no accident that Blake is a well-respected member of the family law bar and a successful practitioner. He's thoughtful, compassionate, and hardworking. Clients and fellow attorneys alike share in their respect for Blake and his work. That's a rare skill to possess in this area of the law. But Blake really is that good."
"Blake took over when the prior counsel withdrew from the case. Blake hit the ground running and was very responsive. He also looked at the case holistically and was effective and efficient. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is seeking a great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer as one of the reasonable, client-focused legal practitioners in the Seattle legal community. In our dealings with each other I have always found Blake to be a solid advocate for his client while, at the same time, being respectful of me, my client, and the conflict in which the family finds themselves. I highly recommend his services."
"Mr. Hilty is an excellent lawyer. I have worked with him as opposing counsel, and also had the pleasure of hearing his oral argument as I served as a Pro-Tem Commissioner. Mr. Hilty is prepared, knowledgeable, reasonable, but tenacious. I highly recommend Mr. Hilty"
"I have found Blake to be a professional and easy to work with while simultaneously being an advocate for his clients"
"Blake has the intelligence, legal experience and social skills to advocate for his client in a reasoned manner without his ego getting in the way. I would highly recommend him to anyone needed a family law attorney."
"I endorse Blake Hilty. I have been opposing counsel with him on several cases and have found him to be a strong advocate for his clients."
"Blake Hilty is a very professional and responsive adversary. He is an aggressive advocate for his client without sacrificing a professional working relationship with opposing counsel. I endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Blake Hilty is one of the better family law lawyers in Seattle. I have worked with him and also associated with him on a case. He writes well and is an effective speaker. Blake is intelligent and practical."
"I endorse this lawyer. Blake provides competent, knowledgeable, and compassionate representation, both in court and in mediation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Blake is an excellent attorney. He knows the law well and effectively litigates."
"I endorse this lawyer. Blake opposed me on a matter early on in his practice. He shoed poise and understanding far beyond his experience level. He is smart, tough and gracious."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable about family law issues and represents his clients well. His demeanor with opposing counsel is such that he competently represents his clients' interests while not creating unnecessary animosity."
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Family Law Mentor of the Year, King County Bar Association
2016 - Present
Attorney/Member, Socius Law Group, PLLC
2012 - 2016
Senior Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2008 - 2012
Associate Attorney, Eagle Law Offices, PS
2008 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2018 - 2023
Family Law CASA of King CountyBoard of Directors Member
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2024
Co-Program Chair
2019
Effective Use of Experts
2015
The Importance of Financial Analysis in Dissolution Asset Division
2015
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