Terry Ann Zundel

Terry Ann Zundel

4.6
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 33 years

Family Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Uncontested Divorce ... +2 more

1000 Second Avenue, Suite 1420, Seattle, WA

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Biography

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Hourly Rates

$ 375-400 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 33 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1992

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Zundel Law Offices, PLLC

1000 Second Avenue, Suite 1420, Seattle, WA, 98104-1033

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Terry Ann Zundel's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ryan | March 22, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend Terry Zundel

Terry represented me in my recent divorce. I can not imagine going through a divorce without Terry's guidance, support, and legal representation. There was a lot more to Terry than just being great with the law. I had never gone through anything like this before and could easily have been overwhelmed... by the process. Terry and her great Paralegal RebeccaV didn't let that happen, they both kept me in the loop on what they were doing, what I needed to be doing, what I should expect next, etc. Terry demonstrated great attention to detail, she is a real perfectionist, and when you're a male in the state of WA who wants a reasonable amount of time with his kid, that attention to detail is what you need. She has a real gift for taking a rambling list of facts and turning it into a coherent and powerful statement. I liked that Terry is no rookie. She's been practicing Law here in Seattle for many years, and is known in the King County Courthouse. Different attorneys or court clerks would approach her to chat or briefly catch up. She's very comfortable in the courthouse, and that helped me to feel more comfortable there too. Mine was a higher-conflict divorce than I expected it would be. I was skeptical that we would resolve things in mediation, but we did. I give a lot of credit to our positive resolution to Terry being so organized, and having everything so clearly laid out. One side note, a frend who had gone through a divorce suggested to me that I use Terry. I asked him if HE had used her, and he said "No, my ex was represented by her, sure wish I had been." So whether coming from someone who has not employed Terry (my friend) or from someone who HAS (me), Terry Zundel is highly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2010 | Family

Excellent attorney

Terry and her staff were great in handling a very delicate family matter. They kept me in the loop, and paid attention to detail.

Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

Superb Family Law Attorney!

Terry Ann Zundel handled my divorce case. My divorce was a difficult case and took over 15 months to complete. Throughout the entire case, Ms. Zundel was professional, intelligent, focused, articulate, open, and honest. She is compassionate about her work and committed to her clients. Terry cares dee...ply about the children of her clients and will fight assertively for the best interests of the children. I highly recommend Terry Ann Zundel as a family law attorney!

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2009 | Child Custody

Overcoming The System

I usually never participate in these things, but I felt compelled since Terry provided such tremendous service. I am a 45 year old male and I fought to gain custody of my 2 children. The case was difficult and it involved 2 states, (California, Washington). In addition, the presiding judge was cha...nged midway through the process and the set back was substantial. In spite of the set backs and the overall complexity of the case, Terry managed to roll up her sleeves and do what was necessary to get the case through the system. Terry listened to my needs and set that as the goal. She never sought the 'easy' alternative. She stayed focused and was attentive to every detail from the beginning though the final and positive conclusion. My Boys are doing well now and no longer wake-up to see strangers in their home using drugs. This..... I owe to Terry.

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

Awesome lawyer who understood what I wanted she has a great paralegal helping her.

Prior to my divorce i called around and talked to a few lawyers. Everyone of those lawyers wanted to talk about how to withhold the money from my wife. My wife was a addict and I was more interested in getting full custody of my daughters and these lawyers seemed more interested in the financial side... of the divorce. I was given Terry's name and called her about the divorce and she quickly started talking more about my kids and what we needed to do. I felt like she understood my kids are my life and that needed to be worked out first. Terry let me come in on her birthday and we worked on filing all the paperwork that night so that I could be comfortable that my wife wouldn't show up and take the kids away from me. I love the fact that she is a women lawyer (Im male) because i felt like i got the point across that i just wanted the divorce and gave my wife half of everything and I got full custody of our children and it was done without the vengence of a male lawyer.

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Terry Ann Zundel's Lawyer Endorsements

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C. Berry

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Terry and I worked together for several years. She is a compassionate and very knowledgeable attorney who works very hard for her clients. She is an effective advocate."

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Frances Turean

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Terry Zundel and I worked on a complex divorce litigation matter involving numerous hearings and court briefings. I am impressed with her tenacity and ability to successfully argue her client's position to the court."

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Anne Wakefield

Family lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terry goes above and beyond for her clients. She has the patience and wisdom to guide clients to their best possible outcomes. I recommend this lawyer."

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Edmund Allen

Family lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Terry since law school. Terry is an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated lawyer who achieves outstanding results for her clients. She cares deeply about her clients and their individual needs and circumstances, which allows her to be particularly effective in bringing them the best possible resolution to their situation. Terry is an outstanding lawyer who works tirelessly for her clients. I refer clients to her with the utmost confidence."

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Christopher Benson

Family lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Terry has an excellent reputation in the legal community and is known for solid legal representation"

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Jack Berner

Family lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Earlier in my career, Terry and I both worked as associate attorneys at the same law office. Working side by side with Terry, primarily in the area of family law, I was truly able to see just how skillful and diligent an attorney Terry is. Her clients showered her with praise and repeat business and that says a lot. Terry has gone on to bigger and better things and her success is well deserved."

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Paul Walchenbach

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Terry is one of the brightest attorneys I have worked with. We collaborated on a number of complicated legal matters and she regularly impressed me with critical thinking and unbiased analysis. i have referred a number of friends to her and would hire her if I needed a domestic relations attorney."

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John Stocks

Family lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. She is compassionate, intelligent, and can be aggressive where need be. Terry is one of the top King County Family Law lawyers. I often refer her clients and know that they are being well cared for and represented."

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C. Berry

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Frances Turean

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Anne Wakefield

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Edmund Allen

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Christopher Benson

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Jack Berner

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Zundel Law Offices, PLLC

Associations

2000 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

1992 - Present

King County Bar Association

1992 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Education

1992

Seattle University

JD - Juris Doctor

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