Terry Ann Zundel

Terry Ann Zundel

4.6
Rating: 8.5

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

About Terry

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 Jessica Dennis | September 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Consistent, caring and professional

I worked with Terry during a seemingly impossible divorce and custody case. My ex was impossible to work with, missed required court dates, threatened her and her staff frequently, refused to be cooperative or even decent and ultimately made a tough situation near impossible. Terry worked on this c...ase for 8 months, provided both legal advise and emotional support and ended up getting me full custody of daughter. She dealt with my ex- a malignant narcissist with professionalism and was able to see through his scary façade. She understands the law and fights for what is right. I would have been lost without Terry.

Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great attorney

Terry Zundel is an exceptionally intelligent lawyer. She uses her pen like a sword and drafts the most succinct description of the facts. I am very grateful for the declarations and memorandums she wrote to present the truth before the Court. Her style of working with her clients 1:1 is very versatil...e. She has great strategies that she utilizes from her 25+ years of experience as a lawyer. Her style of working with and against the most twisted attorneys is remarkable. I have had to hear audio transcripts that got me to realize that, when she is in court, she is quick to think, she is somehow very calm, speaks slowly and clearly, yet she is very strong and assertive. She pays close attention to what the opposing counsel is stating, this allows her to catch various misrepresentations and raise objections as may be needed. I have not seen this with some other lawyers. She represents her clients with great zeal. She is obviously very busy and sometimes making an appointment with her can be a challenge. I recommend Terry especially if you are faced with difficult opposing party.

Posted by Gayle | April 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hire the right attorney the first time, Terry Zundel

In May 2008, I found myself in a very scary situation. I was 8 months pregnant, separated from my husband, caring for our 2 year old, and holding down my full-time job. I came home from work one afternoon to find a ladder leaning against the deck of my home. I phoned police and told them I thought... someone might have broken into my home. I stayed in my car with my 2 year old until police arrived. The officer searched my home and confirmed someone had entered the home through the sliding glass door on the deck. The officer asked me to look around to see if anything was missing. I discovered my wedding ring was gone and that's when I knew it was my husband. (He and I separated in January 2008 after he was arrested for domestic violence, at which time he was ordered to vacate the home.) The police officer called my husband's cell phone, identified himself and asked him if he had broken into the house that day. My husband admitted to being in the home, and the office clarified to him that was breaking and entering. The officer then asked my husband if he had taken my wedding ring. My husband's response was that he had bought it for me, so it was his. The officer clarified that the ring was in fact my property, and that was stealing. When the officer asked my husband where the ring was, my husband said he pawned it that afternoon. After ending the call, I told the officer I wanted to press charges. He told me there was nothing he could do - this was a civil matter and would have to be taken up in civil court. That's when I found Terry. She went into immediate action, helped me obtain a restraining order, and had my husband served immediately. He was actually caught by the police crawling through a downstairs window into my home 24 hours after service of the restraining order. After breaking into my home, stealing my ring, getting served a restraining order and getting caught by the police breaking into my home again, my husband was never arrested. The law is very frustrating for those who follow it, while trying to deal with those who don't. Terry was my lifeline. She handled my divorce, which was final at the end of 2008. I trusted her with my life, and the lives of my children. She made sure we were protected, and 8 years later she is still my attorney.

Posted by April & Michael | September 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best lawyer ever!!

We are so thankful to Terry for her tremendous support and expertise. She helped our daughter with a difficult divorce and relocation process. She is a strong, assertive advocate for her clients. She is honest, compassionate, and respectful. We recommend her with the highest degree of praise and gra...titude. She is truly a "Shining Star"!! ☆♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡

Posted by S. Dawn | August 12, 2012 | Child Custody

Excellence, Superb and Top Quality Competence equals Terry Zundel

They say when you have lost all hope and need help most, the right people show up in your life. It was my good fortune to have Terry "show up" in my life! I have worked with several lawyers over the years and I finally found an attorney that is truly compassionate, pays attention to details, is re...sponsive and a tough advocate in the courtroom. She goes the extra step. My divorce case was complex with many post dissolution issues regarding parenting plan and child support orders. Terry's knowledge of the law in these areas proved exceptional. When other attorneys said 'No", she said "Yes" resulting in extremely favorable and pleasing outcomes to my case. I give Terry my highest recomendation. In my opinion and experience with other family law attorneys, Terry is by far the Best of the Best!

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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

Family lawyer

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Anne Wakefield

Family lawyer

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Edmund Allen

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Christopher Benson

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Jack Berner

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (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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