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State: Washington
Acquired: 1989
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Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great job with a horrid situation
Cynthia and her staff performed very well with an awful situation. Cynthia (and her staff) were deft and skilled in handling the twists and turns of a conflict ridden case. She was very professional, ethical, and always treated me with dignity. I trusted her completely, and she never let me down. ...
Posted by Christine | March 19, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Smart, ethical, and experienced - the top three things I wanted in an attorney. Cynthia embodies the definition of all three.
When I needed a divorce attorney, I asked my friends - who have you used? who do you trust? who is the best? Cynthia's name came up more than once, and after meeting her, I knew she was the right person to represent me. I knew things wouldn't be straight-forward, but I didn't expect my spouse to choo...
Posted by Chris | January 30, 2013 | Domestic Violence
Excellent and expert
If you can get Cynthia to represent you you have done yourself a big favor. My wife filed a spurious domestic violence petition against me. Cynthia not only made sure that the charge was dismissed with prejudice (an almost impossible task in a he said she said situation given the biases of the cour...
Posted by Jeff | January 30, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Cynthia First review
Was always great with giving spot on information about all current laws for divorce and child matters. All paperwork was clear and precise and easy to understand. All meetings took place in a wonderful location and went according to the schedule that Cynthia laid out. I would highly recommend her to ...
Posted by Corinne | January 30, 2013 | Child Custody
Cynthia's work secured my children’s future safety and stability
Cynthia worked on my behalf in collaboration with another attorney over the past year to win custody, child support, division of assets, and court mandated intervention for my ex's aberrant behaviors. Working with her I received comfort and encouragement through each step of the process. She is...
"In the years I have known Cynthia, she has never once failed to meet the highest standards. She is, without a doubt, one of Northwest Washington's finest family law attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer. Presently we have a difficult child custody case together going back roughly 2 years. Cynthia is ever prepared and zealous giving away nothing, but also sensible in looking for ways to resolve issues and protect the involved child."
"Cynthia and I have been on the opposite sides of several tough cases over the years. We have also had occasion to work together on several matters. I have always been impressed with her thorough work product and tough advocacy, balanced with professionalism and a deep caring about her clients. I am pleased to endorse Cynthia and recognize her superior work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Cynthia is a respected experienced attorney in her field. I strongly recommend her."
"I have had multiple cases involving Ms. First as opposing counsel. She has always, in my opinion, provided strong advocacy on behalf on her clients while clearly giving sound legal advice to them as well. I would not hesitate to refer a matter to Ms. First."
"I have worked with and known Cynthia for the past several years. She is extremely bright and knowledgable. She is also easy to work with even in an adversarial setting. She is also a wonderful collaborative attorney as I have worked with her in this areana as well. She really listens to clients and opposing counsel and tries to find practical solutions. I recommend and endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Cynthia on a couple of different collaborative law cases now, and she is a brilliant attorney. Not only does she offer her clients advocacy during a time of crisis, she does it in such a manner so as to uphold and maintain the client's integrity. In a collaborative team setting, Cynthia is a true team player - I could not ask for a more worthy and qualified attorney on the other side."
"I have known Cynthia First for three years. I have worked with her on several collaborative cases, an approach to family law that seeks better resolutions than can be provided to families in transition by the court system. Cynthia's mind and legal knowledge are first rate. Her organization is superior. But most important, Cynthia cares about people--her clients, the other party in disputes, her opposing counsel (which I have much appreciated). Everyone who completes law school and passes the Bar examination has a modicum of knowledge. Not everyone who passes the Bar examination is a good human being. Cynthia First is a good human being. You will be glad you employed her, if you need legal representation."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, superlawyers.com
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Port Gardner Law Group
2004 - 2011
Attorney, Partner at Schwimmer First, LLP
1999 - 2004
Partner, Law Offices of Cynthia R. First
1999 - 2004
Commissioner, Snohomish County Public Utility District
1993 - 1999
Partner, Keithly Weed Graafstra First and Benson, PLLC
1989 - 1993
Attorney, Foster Pepper & Shefelmann
2008 - Present
King County Collaborative LawMember
2008 - Present
Collaborative Professionals of WashingtonMember
2008 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2001 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember
1995 - Present
Snohomish County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1989 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
King County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2011 - 2015
King County Collaborative LawBoard Member
2011 - 2013
King County Collaborative LawChair, Legislative Committee
2009 - 2011
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Executive CommitteeBoard Member
1990 - 1995
United States District Court Western District of WashingtonMember
1990 - 1995
United States District Court Eastern District of WashingtonMember
Jury found for our client, plaintiff
Favorable for client
Favorable result for client.
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
M.En.
N/A
B.Phil.
2011
Ethics of Collaborative Law
2011
Forming a Hunter Gatherer Practice Group
2010
Legislative Changes in Family Law
2011