$ 400-500 per hour
Michael W. Louden
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Licensed in Washington for 31 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Wechsler Becker, LLP
701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 4550, Seattle, WA, 98104-7088
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Michael W. Louden's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Great for arbitrations if you have money to burn
Wouldn’t recommend for arbitration—unless you enjoy spending thousands to debate summer vacation plans. We engaged Mr. Louden for what was supposed to be a straightforward arbitration about whether my daughter could go on a summer trip. Somehow, this relatively simple question ballooned into a ful...
Posted by anonymous | October 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Inefficient use of time
This lawyer over charged me. Hours were spent correcting a mistake made on a parenting plan that he sent incorrectly to my lawyer for review. My lawyer had to cross check two parenting plans and re-write the correct version.
Posted by Kevin | April 20, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
High Quality Practitioner
I have had the pleasure of watching Michael practice law for over two decades and in all my dealings with him, and in my dealings with clients and other professionals who have worked with Michael, I have only heard high praise. He is one of the strong pillars of the Seattle legal community.
Posted by Jennifer | June 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Ethical and wicked smart
Michael is highly ethical, kind and one of the smartest people I know. He's represented me for years. He brings an air of decency into a difficult circumstance. Highly recommended.
Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Smart, ethical, focused
Michael was my attorney for my divorce. My ex had a large number of complicated and hidden assets and dragged the process out at every step. Michael found excellent professionals to help us sort out the mess and kept everything on track. His advice about which issues to pursue and which to let go of ...
Michael W. Louden's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Mike for years and appeared in front of him when he has served as a pro tem Family Law Commissioner and seen his work as an attorney on cases. I think he has the right temperament and experience to be a good mediator. I endorse him."
"I have both opposed Michael and appeared before him, when he has sat on the bench. Michael has also mediated cases for me. And in both regards, he is exceptional. As a pro tem commissioner, Michael's rulings are thoughtfully analyzed and fair, based on reasonable readings of the law. Sometimes, it's felt like he's the smartest person in the room. As an attorney, he's been a thorough advocate for his clients. As a mediator, he balances knowledge and authority with validating client's emotional concerns. That's a rare skill to have. But his centered demeanor and extensive experience greatly supplement his native intelligence and abilities."
"I endorse Michael Louden. He is well respected in the Seattle legal community for his knowledge of family law and strong advocacy. He is also an excellent mediator. Through his mediation services, many of my clients have achieved high quality settlement."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is one of the best family law attorneys in Seattle and also one of the most humble and genuinely concerned about his clients concerns. He is also unique in combining great knowledge, logic, and imagination to find creative legal solutions to problems that others would find insurmountable."
"I both respect and like Michael Louden. The former has developed as opponents in a couple of recent family law matters, and the latter when he served as mediator and during bar activities over the years. His calm demeanor and quiet humor are welcome in resolving family conflicts. He is a cooperative and able adversary, and a colleague who I hold in high regard."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is highly professional and ethical in his dealing with opposing counsel"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Louden handed off a client and client file to me for the appeal. He was very gracious about it and he clearly had the client's interest at heart. In addition, Mr. Louden works as a family law commissioner pro tem, so he has more insight into how the commissioner's make their decisions"
"I endorse Michael Louden. The King County Family Law Bar relies upon him every year to educate us about upcoming legislative issues that impact our practices. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Michael Louden to a friend or family member because I know he will take care of his clients. Michael stands out among family law attorneys and is regarded as one of our best."
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Experience
Work Experience
1995 - 2010
Attorney at Law, The Family Law Group
Associations
2002 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law Mentor/Mentee ProgramMentor
1998 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair of Legislative Committee
2001 - 2002
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair
Education
1994
University of Washington School of Law
Juris Doctor
1990
Earlham College
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Minimizing High Conflict and Alienation in Divorce
Alienation as a Sign of High Conflict
2011
Financial Divorce Settlements
Ethics
2011
Effective Use of Parenting Evaluations in Divorce
Preparing Clients for GAL Interviews
2009
Dissolution A-Z
Child Support and Spousal Maintenance
2008
Dissolution from A - Z
Child Support and Spousal Maintenance in Washington
2007
KCBA Family Law Section
SB 5470 and Changes in Family Law
2003
Family Law Update
Third-party Custody Law
Publications
1998
Washington State Bar Association Family Law Section Newsletter
Use of Qualified Domestic Relations Order as Post-Decree Mechanism for Enforcement of Child Support and Maintenance
N/A
Washington Lawyer's Practice Manual
Domestic Relations Section, 1999 - Present
Languages
English
Activity
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