Kathryn M. Woods
also known as Katy Schosboek, Kathryn Silk
About Kathryn
Biography
I am an experienced family law attorney practicing in King and Pierce Counties. I believe strongly in educating and empowering my clients to help them make the best decisions for their own unique legal situations. I work hard to reduce conflict for my clients and reach peaceful resolutions.
A Washington native, I graduated Cum Laude with a B.A. from the University of Washington in 2005. I spent my time living abroad in both France and Argentina before returning to the University of Washington to obtain my degree in law. I am actively engaged in the collaborative law community.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
14 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 15 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Elise Buie Family Law Group
720 3rd Avenue, #2015, Seattle, WA, 98104
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Kathryn M. Woods's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 11 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | August 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommend
I had a terrific experience working with Kathryn during a very difficult time. She made the divorce process as smooth and manageable as possible, providing clear guidance, excellent communication, and steady support throughout. I always felt informed and well-represented. Highly recommend to anyone l...
Posted by anonymous | March 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommended Family Law Attorney
Throughout my stressful divorce process, I felt confidence in having Katy in my corner. She was able to look around corners, assess my unique situation and what was in my best interest, and during the collaboration process built an effective working relationship with the opposing attorney. Katy opera...
Posted by Susan | January 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable and compassionate
Katie walked me through a very difficult divorce. My ex was an alcoholic and became more of a threat to me as we proceeded. Katie had experience with the complexity of the situation and was able to help me feel safe and knowledgeable about what our next steps were along the way. We were able to pu...
Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Not the best experience
I initially retained Kathryn to represent me in my divorce which turned out to be a big mistake. I was consistently charged for weekly “strategy meetings” she held with her team. The troubling part was that there was no work product, deliverable or actual strategy that came out of these meetings. Add...
Kathryn Woods
Replied last August 22, 2024I am currently on maternity leave from May 2024 through January 2025 but your concerns are very important. Due to confidentiality I am unable to discuss concerns online, however I appreciate your feedback and would welcome the opportunity for our office to make any concerns right. Please reach out to our team at [email protected]
Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Do not hire her now
Most other ratings are old or based on shallow interactions only. Do not hire this lawyer now. This person is serious slacking, taking time off repeatedly and right before my hearing and coming unprepared. I started my case with serious disadvantage because I hired her as a first lawyer. Case turned ...
Kathryn Woods
Replied last August 22, 2024I am currently on maternity leave from May 2024 through January 2025 but your concerns are very important. Due to confidentiality I am unable to discuss concerns online, however I appreciate your feedback and would welcome the opportunity for our office to make any concerns right. Please reach out to our team at [email protected]
Kathryn M. Woods's Lawyer Endorsements
"Passionate and knowledgeable are two words which describe Katy's approach. She works hard on behalf of her clients, has a solid command of family law, and brings empathy and calm to the table in the face chaos that may be raging in a case. I endorse her legal skills and ethics without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Kathryn is an excellent attorney. She is experienced, passionate and kind and truly cares for her clients. I highly recommend Kathryn."
"I am thrilled to have Kathryn in our Collaborative Community. We have had more and more cases with each other and I am impressed by Kathryn's skill, caring, and her embracing of a client-focused consensual dispute resolution process. I highly recommend Kathryn."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kathryn is extremely intelligent, hard-working and creative. She is a great problem-solver and dedicated to her client's best interests."
"For as long as I have known Kathryn, she has been thoughtful, strategic and thorough in her knowledge of the law. She is a terrific advocate to have in your corner for anyone navigating the divorce process."
"Kathryn is an intelligent and hardworking attorney. She always puts her best foot forward, and represents her clients best interests. I hold no reservations endorsing this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kate is smart, responsible and caring; all very important qualities in a family law attorney. I would refer clients to her with confidence."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I can't say enough great things about Kate. She's an extremely intelligent and professional advocate you can trust. She has always stood out to me as an attorney who genuinely cares about her clients and will work hard to protect their interests. If I ended up in need of an attorney, Kate would be the first person I'd call!"
"Kathryn is extremely bright, organized, and mature. I attended law school with her and her husband Kyle. I would trust her with any legal matter. You cannot teach intelligence and she has plenty of that. She also has an amazingly calm and unshakeable presence about her."
"Mrs. Silk has been an inspiration to me ever since I had the great privilege of meeting her during law school. She possesses the best attributes of a practicing lawyer - a firm grasp of the law and a zealous appreciation and defense of her clients' interests. I would not hesitate to avail myself of her outstanding representation should I ever be so unfortunate as to fall afoul of the law."
"I went to law school with Kate. She is a thoughtful, dedicated advocate for her clients, and I would recommend her."
"Kate is a hardworking and intelligent lawyer who genuinely cares about her clients."
"Kate is an up and coming star of the legal profession. She is smart, creative and she has guts. She has a sophisticated understanding of the law and a deep commitment to her clients. She means what she says and she works extremely hard to accomplish the results she seeks. I would refer clients to her without hesitation."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 10 Under 40 for State of Washington, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, Inc.
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
40 Under 40 Family Lawyers in Washington, American Society of Legal Advocates
2010
Professional Mediation Skills Certificate, University of Washington
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Elise Buie Family Law Group
2015 - 2015
Contract Attorney, Ivy Law Group, PLLC
2011 - 2012
Associate, Woods & Brangwin PLLC
2009 - 2010
Information and Referral Line Volunteer, Legal Voice
2009 - 2009
Legal Intern, Family Law CASA of King County
2009 - 2010
Clinic Assistant, King County Bar Association Family Law Neighborhood Clinic
2009 - 2009
Legal Intern, Gibbs Houston Pauw
2008 - 2008
Legal Intern, Law Office of Andrew Schwarz
Associations
2020 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2018 - Present
Cascadia Collaborative DivorceAttorney
2018 - Present
King County Collaborative LawMember
2018 - Present
Collaborative Professionals of WashingtonMember
2018 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2014 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - 2012
Chelan-Douglas County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident
2012 - 2018
Mother Attorneys Mentoring Association of SeattleMember
2011 - 2013
Washington State Association for JusticeMember
2011 - 2011
Chelan-Douglas County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionPresident-Elect
2011 - 2012
RoterACTMember
2011 - 2013
Washington Defender AssociationMember
2010 - 2012
Volunteer Attorney Services-WenatcheeVolunteer Attorney
2010 - 2013
Chelan/Douglas County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2010 - 2013
Chelan/Douglas County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2012
Domestic and Sexual Violence Center of Chelan and Douglas CountiesBoard Member
Education
2010
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Collaborative Family Law Practice
2020
2017
Careers in ADR and Mediation
2011
Family Law Testimony as Amicus Curiae
Languages
English
Spanish
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