The experience you need for the results you want! Seattle’s premier family attorney.
Heritage M. Filer concentrates her practice on representing clients with a variety of family law issues, including: dissolutions, legal separations, paternity, relocation of children, meretricious relationships, asset and debt division, child support, and issues regarding contempt of court motions.
Languages spoken
English
CASSADY ∙ FILER, L.L.P.
811 First Avenue
Suite 100
Seattle, WA, 98104
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2006 | 05/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 12 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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America's Most Honored Lawyers - Top 1% | American Registry | 2022 |
Excellence in the Practice of Law | Lawyers of Distinction | 2021 |
Top Rising Young Women Attorneys in Washington | Seattle Metropolitan Magazine | 2021 |
Top 1% of America's Most Honored Lawyers for 2021 | American Registry | 2021 |
Top 10 Family Law Attorney for Washington State | Best of the Best Attorneys | 2021 |
10 Best Attorneys | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2020 |
"Lawyer of Distinction" | Lawyers of Distinction | 2020 |
"Top Attorney" | America's Best | 2020 |
America's Most Honored Professionals | American Registry | 2020 |
Family Law - USA (winner) | Finance Monthly Magazine | 2020 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2020 |
Top 10 under 40 Attorney Award | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
Washington's Top 10 Attorneys | Attorney and Practice Magazine | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Family Law "10 Best Attorneys" | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
Top 30 Family Law attorney in Washington state | National Advocates Top 100 | 2018 |
Member Selection | Best Legal Counsel | 2018 |
Nation's Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2018 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Top 40 Under 40 Family lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2018 |
Family Law "10 Best Attorneys" | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
Top 40 Under 40 Family lawyer | The American Society of Legal Advocates | 2017 |
Best Family Law Attorneys in the Seattle Area | Custody X Change | 2017 |
10 Best Attorneys | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Washington Rising Stars Super Lawyers | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 100 Lawyers | The National Advocates | 2017 |
Top 100 Attorney | The National Advocates | 2016 |
10 Best Female Attorneys (nominated) | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Best Full Service Family Law Firm 2016 | Corporate America | 2016 |
20 Best Seattle Divorce Lawyers | Expertise | 2016 |
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2016 |
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2016 |
Nominated "10 Best" Attorneys for Washington | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2015 |
Nation's Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40 | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2015 |
Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Law Lawyers | The National Advocates | 2014 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2014 |
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2014 |
Pro Bono Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2013 |
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2011 |
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation | Washington State Bar Association | 2010 |
Cum laude graduation honors | Seattle University Law | 2006 |
Competitor | Fredric Tausend Legal Writing Competition | 2005 |
Competitor | James E. Bond ABA Moot Court Competition | 2005 |
Alpha Phi Sigma recognition | National Criminal Justice Honor Society | 2003 |
Dean's list | Central Washington University | 2003 |
Dean's list | Central Washington University | 2002 |
Dean's list | Central Washington University | 2001 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner Attorney | CASSADY ∙ FILER, L.L.P. | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | KCBA NLC | 2010 - 2011 |
Attorney | Dancey & Cassady, L.L.P. | 2009 - 2014 |
Attorney | Benjamin Law Group, PLLC | 2006 - 2008 |
Rule 9 Extern | Society of Counsel Representing Accused Persons | 2006 - 2006 |
Law Clerk | Andrew L. Benjamin, PLLC | 2005 - 2005 |
Assistant | Access To Justice Institute | 2004 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Professional Women | Member | 2015 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
King County Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2006 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2006 - Present |
King County Bar Association, Neighborhood Legal Clinic | Volunteer | 2010 - 2011 |
Court Appointed Special Advocate | Volunteer | 2007 - 2011 |
Access to Justice (ATJ) | Volunteer | 2004 - 2005 |
Animal Legal Defense Fund | Member | 2004 - 2006 |
National Criminal Justice Honor Society | Member | 2002 - 2003 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Dancey & Cassady, LLP | Assets and Debts | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Court Appointed Special Advocate | Certified | 2007 |
Seattle University School of Law | Juris doctor | 2006 |
Central Washington University | Bachelor of Arts | 2003 |
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Colin George, Family Attorney on Jan 10, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Heritage is the first attorney I refer any family law matters to. As hard-working and dedicated as they come.
Mark McLean, Family Attorney on Mar 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I confidently refer Seattle-area family law matters to Heritage. I'm proud to call her a colleague and a friend.
Colin George, Family Attorney on Jan 10, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Heritage is the first attorney I refer any family law matters to. As hard-working and dedicated as they come.
Mark McLean, Family Attorney on Mar 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I confidently refer Seattle-area family law matters to Heritage. I'm proud to call her a colleague and a friend.
Valerie Bell, Family Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Heritage is a highly skilled family law attorney who is able to mediate and negotiate equitable settlements for her clients if settlement is feasible and also able to litigate effectively and professionally in those cases in which for whatever reason settlement is not possible.
Alia Ahmed, Family Attorney on Oct 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Heritage is well respected in the community, not only for her legal skills, but also her determination to make positive change for her clients.
Bryan Guy, Child custody Attorney on Jun 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Heritage is a grade-A attorney that expertly manages complex legal issues and litigation surrounding child custody cases. Simply put, she has a knack for always coming out on top and delivering results for her clients.
Andrew Benjamin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 7, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Heritage and I together tried a dissolution case to decision. The case involved complex debt and property issues, as well as parenting and support. Ms. Filer handled the debt and property with clarity and skill, to the point where the court ordered exactly what our client requested. She demonstrated good use of spreadsheet programs and demonstrative summaries that aided the court in deciding the matter favorably. She is a conscientious, a hard worker and clients uniformly find her a pleasure to work with.
Taila Ayay, Family Attorney on Oct 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am proud to call Heritage Filer a friend and grateful to have her as a colleague. Heritage is focused, determined, and dedicated to achieving the best results for her clients. She has an excellent knowledge of the law, and believes in meticulous preparation of her cases, which is evident when you discuss matters with her. Her professionalism, honesty, and integrity is unparalleled. If you are looking to retain one of the best attorneys in the area, I highly recommend and endorse Heritage Filer.
Adam Ballout, Family Attorney on Oct 26, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Heritage is a professional and an advocate who is dedicated to providing legal help to her clients. Heritage meets her commitments and is timely in responding to concerns. She is a passionate and well respected member of our bar
Rodney Pierce, Family Attorney on Jul 22, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Heritage as a family law and divorce attorney. Heritage is a pleasure to work with. She thouroughly knows her clients' files and needs and works hard to gain her clients' objectives. Remember her name. She will be a rising star among family law attorneys.
Richard Cassady, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2010
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
We are very happy with having Heritage as our associate at Dancey & Cassady, L.L.P.. She is a good, personable attorney!
Jeffrey Caso, Family Attorney on May 5, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Heritage is a dedicated, detail-oriented attorney who works hard to get the best results for her clients. I have called her on numerous occasions for advice on complex family law problems and routinely she has helped find solutions that are not only favorable, but cost-effective for the client. I whole-heartedly endorse her.
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