Serin Ngai

Serin Ngai

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Family Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Family

600 First Avenue, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 19 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2006

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Sound Family Solutions, PLLC

600 First Avenue, Seattle, WA, 98104

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Serin Ngai's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Beyond Exceptional!

I can't say enough about Sound Family Solutions and Serin's professionalism. Serin was able to work with me through a divorce - which was one of the most difficult times of my life. Serin helped layout all the options calmly and could be relied upon to provide sound and clear guidance. Serin was extr...emely thorough and extremely knowledgeable on ensuring all the processes and paperwork were fully completed end-to-end. I would HIGHLY recommend Serin and Sound Family solutions for others navigating tough times in a divorce.

Posted by Christina | August 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Highly Recommended Prenup Lawyer!

I recently had Serin helped me for Prenup and I could not be more grateful of her help. Serin demonstrated a in-depth understanding of the prenuptial agreements and took the time to listen to my concerns and goals. She offered invaluable advice, making sure that my interests were protected while m...aintaining a fair and respectful approach. What impressed me the most was her exceptional communication and responsiveness. She promptly answered my questions and provided clear explanations in layman term. Throughout the negotiation, she was highly skilled and strategic, ensuring every detail was meticulously addressed. I would highly recommend her to my friends and colleagues seeking expert legal counsel in this area.

Posted by AA | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Responsive, hard-working, thorough attorney

I went through a particularly difficult divorce: one that involved false criminal allegations and a bitter, vindictive spouse. I hired Serin to handle the civil side of the case (divorce) while I was also going through legal battles on the criminal allegations. Challenging indeed. I never once had... an issue getting a quick response from Serin during this process, and that really put me at ease. In the end, things wrapped up fairly well with the allegations being dismissed and divorce coming to a fair conclusion. I won't say it was a happy ending - it was still expensive, painful, and at times just felt outright unfair; but that's life and the courts are not always fair, especially if you're a male of color with nasty allegations lodged against him. However, what I can say is that Serin was always well-prepared and I never felt she gave it anything less than her 100%. She was certainly way more organized than the opposing counsel and was never the one to miss a deadline (the opposing counsel missed many times). She always gave me objective advice, even when it wasn't what I wanted to hear. The process is not easy, but you need someone with experience, salient advice, and a person who can give you the straight truth. Serin did all that. Overall, I highly recommend this attorney.

Posted by L.B. | March 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly Recommend!

I highly recommend Serin! I had a difficult end to a relationship and Serin was very knowledgeable in negotiating the parenting plan. For the times we had to go to court, Serin was highly prepared and professional in representing me. She kept me calm, answered every question I had and offered me choi...ces when there were disagreements between parties during the mediation process. The decisions were always left up to me and if we weren't quite in alignment she always listened to my reasoning and went to bat for what I wanted. In dealing with opposing counsel, I always felt Serin was the more prepared and knowledgeable one. She never backed down and I greatly appreciated that. I have recommended her services to others and will continue to do so.

Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Recommendation

I highly recommend Serin. I had a difficult divorce, with one obstacle on the heels of the next, and Serin was an excellent guide and advocate through the whole process, always informing me of my choices and helping me clarify what I needed to understand. She understands complicated personal dynamics..., and is able to explain things clearly in layman's terms. She is compassionate, clear, and brings her intelligence to bear on each aspect of the process.

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Serin Ngai's Lawyer Endorsements

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Cindy Wysocki

Family lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Serin and I were opposing counsels on very contentious matter. Serin's intelligence and dedication to her client were impressive. I recommend Serin to anyone looking for a skilled and tenacious family law attorney."

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Sarah Dion

Family lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Serin Ngai is a thoughtful, smart attorney, who is always seeking the most efficient solution to any problem. She is kind and caring, and is a wonderful advocate to have on your side! She can handle anything from cooperative divorce to an acrimonious situation with grace and skill."

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Alia Ahmed

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Niloufar Park

Family lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Serin advocates for her clients passionately and is sensitive to each client's needs."

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Naoko Shatz

Family lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Serin has a passion in representing clients who are in a vulnerable position. She is eager to pursue justice to get what her clients deserve."

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Shelby Hopkins

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Helen Hsu

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Dennis McGlothin

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Cindy Wysocki

Family lawyer

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Sarah Dion

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Alia Ahmed

Unknown lawyer

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Niloufar Park

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Shelby Hopkins

Family lawyer

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Helen Hsu

Family lawyer

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Dennis McGlothin

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2006

Co-Commencement Speaker,

2005

Trial Techniques Award, CALI Excellence for the Future Awards

2003

Legal Writing Award, CALI Excellence for the Future Awards

1999

Dean's List Academic Honors,

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney at Law, Sound Family Solutions, PLLC

2007 - Present

Attorney, Olympic Law Group, PLLP

Associations

2012 - Present

Asian Bar Association of Washington

Pro Bono Clinic Coordinator

2011 - Present

Asian Bar Association of Washington

Board Member At-Large

2009 - Present

King County Bar Association Neighborhood Legal Clinic

Volunteer Family Law Attorney

2010 - 2011

Asian Bar Association of Washington

Vice President

2007 - 2009

Asian Bar Association of Washington

Secretary

2006 - 2007

King County Bar Association Family Law Mentor/Mentee Program

Mentee Attorney

2005 - 2006

Seattle Journal for Social Justice

Managing Editor

2004 - 2005

Student Bar Association

Academic Standards Representative

Education

2006

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Washington -Seattle

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

William L. Dwyer American Inn of Court

Oral Presentation Techniques

2016

API Heritage Month

Pro Bono Legal Services

2014

Asian Bar Association of Washington CLE

Family Law Basics

2010

5th Annual Statewide Diversity Conference

Family Law Basics

2008

Family Law Focus Area

Family Law Job Search and Career Information

Publications

2006

Seattle Journal for Social Justice "Painting Over the Arts: How the No Child Left Behind Act Fails to Provide Children with a High-Quality Education"

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