Laura Umetsu
About Laura
Biography
I pride myself in keeping my clients informed in every step of the process.
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Practice Areas
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Practice Area
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
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Licensed in Washington for 11 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Laura Umetsu
Po Box 14123, Seattle, WA, 98114
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Laura Umetsu's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
14 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2017 | Child Custody
Compassionate and Credible
Laura helped ease our worries by answering lots of questions regarding modifying an existing parenting plan with a resistant ex spouse, how to act in accordance with what is best for the child, and how to protect ourselves legally for the foreseeable future from all legal obligations and risk. Fant...
Posted by James | July 24, 2015 | Domestic Violence
You can really trust Laura Umetsu
I had never worked with an attorney before and Laura was truly a blessing. I was being harassed by a previous partner. She helped me through the process of a petitioning for a protection order and defend against false assault and rape allegations. Laura is passionate about her work with victims of do...
Posted by Annette | August 25, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trust is the Foundation of Relationship
Working with Laura was a simply a delight. She exhibits a strong work ethic and high level to the attention of detail as well as sensitivity to handle all the moving parts associated with my case. In our working relationship each appointment made was held in a timely matter with no long waits bet...
Posted by Susan | August 22, 2014 | Administrative Law
Case resolved!
Laura helped my non-profit with an important administrative law issue on a pro-bono basis. She not only helped us through the issue, but was responsive and timely in communicating with us and helped us understand the problem from a legal standpoint. I would definitely recommend Laura to anyone needi...
Laura Umetsu's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Excellent, compassionate, and communicative easily describe Laura's advocacy. Laura knows the ins and outs of DV litigation superbly. She is able to explain complex legal concepts in easily understandable terms. She puts you at ease simply because you can tell she knows exactly what she is talking about. Most importantly, Laura is accessible! She answers her phone and she goes out of her way to make herself available in a crisis situation. Laura navigates the intricacies of the DV interpersonal relationships her clients face smoothly. She knows how to talk to victims of DV, in a clear and compassionate fashion. She is an aggressive advocate, exactly the person a victim of DV needs to feel safe and well-protected. No one pushes Laura around and that helps the victims of DV she helps also stand up for themselves. All in all, I highly recommend Laura."
"I know Laura to be a very intelligent person of proven character. She zealously represents her clients and has the wisdom to compassionately treat her clients as people with legal issues rooted their human experiences. I have referred potential clients to her in the past, knowing that she will take care of them and their legal matters."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Laura is very knowledgeably and motivated. I had the privilege to work with her professionally. She is very ambitious and goal oriented. I would confidently recommend her services to anyone who is interested in hiring a lawyer that truly dedicates themselves in providing the best legal representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Laura since we were undergrads at the University of Washington. She has a wealth of knowledge in Washington law and she cares about helping others. Meet her, hire her or work with her and you'll find out!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Laura has an extraordinary grasp on today's complex legal issues."
"Laura was very generous with her time and knowledge when I consulted with her on a public records case in an education context. I appreciated her bringing her knowledge to bear on my client's problem."
"Laura Umetsu is a dynamic team member whose go-getter attitude and highly competent knowledge of both business communications and administrative law makes her an invaluable asset."
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Experience
Honors
2014
WSBA Supreme Court Pro Bono Publico Honor Roll, Washington State Bar Association
2007
Most Inspiring Student of the Year, UW Foster Business Week
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVOR DEFENSE NORTHWEST
2016 - Present
Lecturer, University Of Washington Bothell
Associations
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice SectionMember
2014 - 2014
University of Washington School of Law Mock TrialFall 2014 1L Mock Trial Judge
2014 - 2020
National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater Seattle ChapterBoard Member
Education
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Washington Landlord Tenant Law
Publications
2014
2013
2012
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Likelihood of Nordstrom pressing charges for theft?
27 Aug 2015
Can i get sole custody of my child with special needs,father has made no attempt to be involved in child's life
20 Aug 2014
Education - LSAC is attempting to change my GPA retroactively.
21 Aug 2014