Janel K Ostrem's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by Doug | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A great fit

I found Janel's firm (Seattle Divorce Services) based on their ads on local NPR stations. I chose them based on my interview with Janel. Throughout the process she was collaborative, fair, reasonable and very competent. In contrast to opposing counsel Janel stuck by her firm's mission to not introduc...e additional conflict into the matter. Opposing counsel forced us into an unnecessary and contentious mediation. Throughout this process Janel kept me well informed, but not overly so (held the fees down). The mediator was obviously very impressed with her abilities and knowledge of family law. I got the advice I needed and ended up with an outcome that met my objectives of ensuring my ex wife got what she was entitled and that my rights as a parent of our daughter were protected. I give her and her firm a high recommendation!

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Posted by Melissa | March 07, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

highly recommend!

Janel was always on top of my case and kept me informed. She always explained what would come up next and was prepared. My divorce was ugly and long, janel did her best to move things along while not nickel and diming me. She will fight for you when you need her to, and knows when to wait things out.... She was a great advocate to have. I highly recommend her, and have to anyone that asks.

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Posted by Duree | June 17, 2013

Best legal experience ever!

Janel gives excellent and calm advice during what is a stressful challanging time. It was refreshing to have her as my lawyer. She knows the challange faced by her clients and knows how to guide you through the legal process, making sure you understand all your options.

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Janel K Ostrem's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sara Wahl

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Janel is one of the most skilled and experienced Collaborative attorneys in the state; I cannot recommend her highly enough. Janel is my favorite attorney to work with Collaborative team because I know she I can trust her fully, and with this trust, we can truly help the clients through their divorce or family law case in way that honors their changing family."

Patricia Steele

Unknown lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Janel is a great attorney. Her calm confidence is very reassuring to her clients. I had the great pleasure of working with her some years ago and really appreciated her level headed approach to her cases."

Jeffrey Caffee

Family lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Janel Ostrem is an excellent attorney that compassionately assists her clients through the difficult process of a divorce."

Kathryn Meyer

General practice lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Janel Ostrem. She is meticulous, professional, and a truly dedicated advocate for her clients."

John Stocks

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this very intelligent, compassionate, aggressive lawyer. Janel Ostrem has already established herself as one of the most competent family law lawyers in King and Pierce Counties, who is willing to take on the difficult cases. She approaches a case like a lawyer should, i.e., always conscientious of what strategy will ensure the best results possible for her clients. I highly endorse Janel."

Sarah Bird

Family lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Ostrem is a very thorough and knowledgeable attorney. She aggressively advocates for her clients, but always maintains a highly professional attitude. I would enthusiastically recommend her."

Joseph Baker

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Janel is a terrific attorney. She has a keen intellect and is one of the more cerebral attorneys I know. I would give her a 5-star rating to anyone requesting a referral."

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