Law Offices of Michael W. Bugni & Associates / Lawgate Family Law11300 Roosevelt Way NESuite 300Seattle, WA, 98125United States (206) 365-5500 (206) 363-8067

Tonya Rebecca Meehan

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Seattle, WA
Licensed for 20 years

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About Tonya

I enjoy the practice of law. I have 20 years of experience which allows me the opportunity to help people in a meaningful way to navigate through the legal system efficiently while providing a supporting hand through some of the most difficult times of their lives. Although I grew up in Alaska, I love Seattle where I'm close to the water along with my family and friends.

Practice areas

Divorce and separation: 95%
Family law, Domestic Violence, Child Custody, Child Support, Legal Separation, Spousal Support, Parentage
21 years
Business: 2%
21 years
Criminal defense: 2%
21 years
Estate planning: 1%
21 years

Languages spoken

German, Spanish

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Law Offices of Michael W. Bugni & Associates / Lawgate Family Law

11300 Roosevelt Way NE
Suite 300
Seattle, WA, 98125

Lawgate Family Law

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
WA	Active	2002	06/28/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2016
Outstanding Affiliate Organization Award	Benton/Franklin Counties Young Lawyers Division	2010

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Attorney	Goldberg Jones	2017 - 2021
Associate Attorney	Liebler, Connor, Berry & St. Hilaire	2012 - 2016
Owner	Fidelity Attorney Services	2008 - 2017
Associate Attorney	Rodriguez & Associates, P.S.	2006 - 2008

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
King County Bar Association	Member	2017 - Present
Title 11 Guardian Ad Litem		2012 - Present
Title 26 Guardian Ad Litem		2010 - Present
Washington Women Lawyers Southeast Division	Member	2015 - 2017
Washington Women Lawyers Southeast Division	President	2015 - 2017

Snohomish County Bar Association	Member	2015 - 2017
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers	Member	2010 - 2017
Benton-Franklin County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division	President	2008 - 2010
Washington Defender Association	Member	2008 - 2017
Benton Franklin County Bar Association	Member	2007 - 2017
Washington State Trial Lawyers Association	Member	2007 - 2017

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Willamette University College of Law	Juris Doctorate	2001
Willamette University	Bachelor of Arts	1998
Washington State University		N/A

speaking engagements

Conference name	Title	Date
Dissolution Basics and Financial Documents	Dissolution	2017

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Wonderful Family Law Attorney

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Posted by Chaundra
March 9, 2022

Tonya and her team did a wonderful job executing two back-to-back cases with my former partner. Tonya was quick to catch misinformation and presented an excellent case to the court. I’m very grateful to have had her through such a stressful time. I walked away with a settlement on one case and a Protection Order on the other case. I am grateful she achieved both for me.

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Very helpful lawyer

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Posted by Patricia
July 19, 2021

Tonya guided me through the very unfamiliar world of divorce proceedings. I had no idea of how to go about it and she was there for me every step of the way. She patiently answered all of my questions. Most importantly, she made sure that I got the fairest settlement possible.

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Amazing Divorce Attorney

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Posted by Travis
February 26, 2021

Tonya showed amazing perseverance handling my divorce with a very hostile ex. The process took almost 2 years, but Tonya succeeded in getting me a settlement that I'm happy with, and preventing my ex from doing several hostile things that could very well have caused me problems. She's easy to work with, and clearly communicated every step of the way to make sure I knew what was going on. I can't recommend Tonya enough.

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Attorney adaptable to any situation my divorce could throw at her

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
January 26, 2021

First of all I would not have made it through my divorce without Tonya at my side for every step of the way. I had a very contentious divorce that was one of the 2-5% that went to trial. I started my attorney search when I got kicked out of my house after being served papers. The attorney I was looking for had to be tough when I needed but willing to try things my way to settle first. After being dealt multiple setbacks during the process I asked Tonya to start doing things her way. This decision led to me gaining back some ground and much needed dignity. She was always positive with her direction and feedback while giving me the tough talk I needed to snap out of my emotional haze. Tonya is knowledgeable about the law yet does not overemphasize and focused on the important items of my divorce. Opposing counsel in this case did not play either nice or fair. However, Tonya always seemed to catch the games and deal with it in a professional manner leading to further positive outcomes. She made every milestone bearable in this experience from temporary orders and all the motions in-between through trial and the final parenting plan. Tonya also is the type that just wants to get it done and not want items to linger or spend any additional time incurring cost. If you're looking for a divorce attorney that inspires confidence, Tonya is the right choice for you, and I would use her again in a heartbeat.

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Divorce Seattle

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Posted by anonymous
July 9, 2020

Tonya Meehan was the best Attorney I could have worked with for my divorce from start to finish. At our first meeting, I immediately liked her professional, calm and helpful demeanor. She helped me so much along the way and kept the papers moving and always had my best interest in mind. She helped me with options and always answered every email and question. I felt so positively represented and taken care of, I am eternally grateful to her.

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Excellent representation during difficult divorce

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Posted by anonymous
May 13, 2020

Tonya Meehan doesn’t pick fights. She finishes them. Recommended to me by a respected member of my company’s legal team when I was desperate and in trouble, Tonya represented me through a very contentious and difficult dissolution. Her guidance prevented me from making erroneous assumptions, innocent mistakes and boneheaded blunders. She has proven herself to be a relentless, steady and pragmatic advocate, is careful with limited client resources, and maintains her focus on optimal outcomes for her clients. I am writing this the day my divorce was finalized, having met every single settlement goal including 50/50 joint custody of a 4 YO and a fair financial arrangement. I recommend Tonya without reservation.

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Hard working attorney who looks out for her clients.

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Posted by Jeremy
March 18, 2020

Tonya helped me navigate one of the most difficult situations that I have ever faced. I had to switch to her in the middle of my divorce due to some unforeseen circumstances and she quickly picked up and ran with a very complex case. She always looked out for my best interest and was very responsive.

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I highly recommend Tonya Meehan.

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Posted by Bill
December 4, 2019

Tonya helped me through the worst time of my life. Getting divorced sucks, but she set me up for realistic expectations throughout. We came up with a game plan in the beginning, and each step of the way went according to plans. I was impressed how she walked me through possible scenarios, outcomes, and attack methods often used by the other side. Calmed me down when I felt under attack, and guided me through safely/sanely to the end. I never felt like I was on my own for any part of this divorce. Friends/Co-workers told me to be prepared to be screwed over, and that a 50/50 financial split would never happen. They were wrong. 50/50 is real, and Tonya got me there without going to trial.

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Great experience

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Posted by Rich
October 30, 2019

Tonya was great throughout the entire process, she answered all my questions and helped me feel at ease during the most difficult and emotional time of my life. I truly believe that without her skills and expertise I would be in a completely different situation. I was more than pleasantly surprised with the outcome in a state that mostly rules in favor of the wife/mother. I’m very grateful to Tonya for all her help.

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Professional and helpful during a difficult divorce

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Posted by Mike
October 3, 2019

I was in the midst of a combative divorce. Tonya cane in after I filed pro-se and did an amazing job keeping me sane and the opposition at bay. In the end, the outcome I got wasn’t what I set out to get: but nobody really wins in an ugly divorce. Despite that; Tonya helped me understand my legal obligations and guided me through the difficulties associated with a highly combative divorce proceeding.

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Laura Fitzgibbon, Family Attorney on Feb 19, 2022
Relationship: Co-worker

Tonya is very knowledgeable of family law. I frequently turn to her when I have questions myself. She is very hardworking, communicative, and supportive. I endorse this lawyer.

David Bingaman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 15, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I've known Tonya since 2008. She's a great attorney who cares abut her clients.

Stephen Frost, Family Attorney on Jul 10, 2017
Relationship: Supervised lawyer

I endorse this lawyer. Her breadth of experience and work in the judicial system as a pro tem judge makes her uniquely able to understand what the future might hold for her client's.

Samuel Swanberg, Family Attorney on Jun 8, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

For many years, I have witnessed Ms. Meehan in the courtroom effectively advocating for her clients. She is a skilled attorney who gets results.

Kevin Holt, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 5, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I do not practice family law so I refer all of my domestic work to Tonya Meehan. She is knowledgeable about the law and has a real passion on each of her cases. She cares about each of her clients and fights for their rights while keeping their goals in mind. I endorse Tonya Meehan.

Nathan Hoerschelmann, Litigation Attorney on Jun 22, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Tonya is a strong advocate for her clients. She is exceptionally well organized and dynamic in the court room. She is also fair and professional. Pleasure to work with and against.

Nathan Albright, Family Attorney on Aug 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Tonya is a very strong advocate for her clients and maintains a good reputation among other lawyers in the community. I have referred clients to her in the past and will continue to do so.

Christopher Swaby, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Tonya is as hard working an attorney as I have met. She is committed to getting the best results for her clients.

John Jensen, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Nov 30, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have seen Tonya work on a number of cases. She gives thoughtful consideration to each case and works hard to get the desired result.

Robert McMillen, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 19, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Tonya is efficient and competent. I confidently refer any conflict work to her firm.

Daniel Kathren, Chapter 13 bankruptcy Attorney on Mar 15, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Tonya is intelligent, hardworking and a joy to be around. I am happy to refer Chapter 13 bankruptcy work to her.

Travis Eller, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Nov 7, 2009
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer's work.

Toni Meacham, Business Attorney on Feb 28, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer's work. Tonya is very professional and has knowledge in many areas. I refer clients to her on a regular basis.

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Wonderful Family Law Attorney

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Very helpful lawyer

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Amazing Divorce Attorney

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Attorney adaptable to any situation my divorce could throw at her

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Divorce Seattle

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Excellent representation during difficult divorce

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Hard working attorney who looks out for her clients.

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I highly recommend Tonya Meehan.

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Great experience

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Professional and helpful during a difficult divorce

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