Laurie D Ummel

Laurie D Ummel

also known as Laurena Ummel, Laurena Griffiths

3.6
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Everett, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

Po Box 5397, Everett, WA

About Laurie

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 135-310 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 21 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Laurie D Ummel

Po Box 5397, Everett, WA, 98206-5397

Anderson Hunter Law Firm

2707 Colby Ave. Suite 1001, Everett, WA, 98203

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Laurie D Ummel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.6 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic Attorney

I worked with Laurie for the length of my divorce case and she was just what I needed! My ex-made things very difficult, but she helped keep me encouraged and on track. Laurie also made sure I focused on the big picture instead of the emotional details. She is very smart, level headed, and her and he...r paralegal, Kerry Davis, care so deeply about their clients. I would work with her again in a heart beat!

Posted by George | January 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you

Laurie Ummel and her assistant Kerry Davis make a remarkable team, distinguished by their genuine care and commitment to their clients. Laurie's approach to the legal process is exceptional; she conducts herself with a calm, compassionate demeanor, pairing logical and ethical decision-making with... an optimistic outlook. This is particularly noteworthy in a process often perceived as daunting and uncertain. Her deep understanding of the legal system translates into optimal and effective outcomes, earning her the admiration of not only clients but also mediators and judges. In my personal experience, Laurie's guidance was invaluable during a challenging divorce. I approached her stunned and overwhelmed, but her expertise and focus on my son's well-being became a guiding light, leading to what I believe was the best possible outcome for all parties involved. Laurie's professionalism and dedication to prioritizing my son's interests helped us navigate through this difficult period guided by a moral compass. Divorce can be a bewildering journey as lives diverge in the twilight of uncertainty, but Laurie and Kerry's support helped make this transition a pathway to new beginnings. Their assistance was instrumental in helping me embrace these challenges as new opportunities. I am immensely grateful for their help, and their impact on our lives, especially my son's, has been profound. Thank you, Laurie and Kerry, for making a real difference.

Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ummel Review

Laurie represented me during my divorce. This was an extremely stressful time for me and I appreciated Laurie's approach. She spent time getting to know my situation and helped me consider viable options. Laurie was firm and to the point when needed and the times I contacted her for guidance, she was... quick to respond. It can be easy to get caught up in the many small battles that accompany a divorce, but she helped me stay focused on the end result and resolution. In the end her strategy paid off and we were able to come to an agreement without a mediator.

Posted by ShouldaWouldaCoulda | October 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Paid For $20,000 for help!!! I LOST EVERYTHING!!!

I hired Laurie, Completed my paperwork within 24 hours. Paid $5,000 in full. Then I waited. I thought to myself... She is a professional, I need to be patient. I waited months and heard NOTHING. While in other courts I was defending attacks from the the person I was divorcing. Finally I called her an...d she asked if I would be willing to work with another attorney Ian Johnson. Assuring me he was capable of getting a judge to see this case. Well Ian constantly promised (assumed because he said he would do these things) ! He did nothing and $20,000 I've gotten nowhere. My case is LGBT and it's obvious they don't know anything in this area! I highly recommend anyone and everyone RUN away from the 2 attorneys that I have experience with.

Posted by anonymous | December 3, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Awesome lawyer,Bright and fortcoming,I highly recommend her.

I have never been more impressed and Happier with Laurie. She's honest and a Highly skilled Professional.

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Laurie D Ummel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Getz

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Laurie is an advocate for her clients who asserts their interests with vigor, but knows when and how to settle fairly an issue as well. Her experience gives her the ability as well as the confidence to project where a case will end up and get to that result without wasting time and money."

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James Shipman

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Laurie is an excellent attorney with a good knowledge of family law and is well thought of by opposing attorneys and by the judges and commissioner's in Snohomish County. I would recommend her to any client."

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Jack Berner

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Laurie professionally for at least 4 years and I know Laurie to be highly professional and highly competent. I witnessed this firsthand when she was my opposing counsel in a few very litigious divorce actions. Laurie and I went toe-to-toe and she aggressively (in a good way) represented her client's best interests. If I needed my own family law attorney, Laurie would be on my short list, for sure."

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Jack Berner

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

Work Experience

2003 - 2004

Legal Intern, City of Everett

1993 - 2001

Teacher, Edmonds School District

Associations

2013 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association

Trustee

2013 - Present

National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI)

Secretary, Snohomish County Affiliate

2005 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2005 - 2011

Snohomish County Legal Services

Secretary, Board Member

Education

2004

Seattle University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1993

University of Washington -Seattle

Teaching Certification

1991

University of Nevada-Reno

Bachelor of Arts

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