Kathryn D Resnick

Kathryn D Resnick

4.4
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Bellingham, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Uncontested Divorce ... +3 more

1112 11th ST, STE 307-B, Bellingham, WA

About Kathryn

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 30%

Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, Living Wills, Advance Health Care Directives, Community Property Agreements, Transfer on Death Deeds

22 years

30%
Family 30%

No Court and/or Amicable Divorce and Separations, Collaborative Law, Custody, Parenting Plans, Support, 3rd Party Custody, Same-Sex Relationships, Adoption, Stepparent Adoption, Co-Habitation Agreements, Prenuptial Agreements

22 years

30%
Uncontested Divorce 15%

No Court and/or Amicable Divorce and Separations, Agreed Divorce and Separation, Help with Paperwork, Unbundled Services, Al a Carte Services

22 years

15%
Adoption 10%

Adoptions, Stepparent Adoptions, DSHS/CPS Adoptions

22 years

10%
Probate 10%

Probate with or without a Will, Property Transfers After Death, Small Estate Affidavits, Consultation

22 years

10%
Mediation 5%

No Court options for divorcing or separating families, neutral facilitator for settlement discussions, divorce, separation, custody, property, etc.

10 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 21 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kathryn D Resnick , Attorney at Law

1112 11th ST, STE 307-B, Bellingham, WA, 98225

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Kathryn D Resnick's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by David | March 24, 2010 | Family

What a fabulous attorney!

Kathryn Resnick has been my family law attorney coming up on 4 years this August. Talk about a dream attorney. She has given me so much perspective on family law, the ins and outs, and how it goes. I randomly selected Katherine in August of 2006, and I am reminded daily of what a great attorney ...she has been, and how lucky I was to have randomly selected her. Do yourself a favor if you ever need legal assistance, and give her a call immediately.

Posted by Kristi | March 22, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Kathryn did a wonderful job for me!

I don"t really have any other experience with another lawyer to compare with, but Kathryn handled my divorce and I was very pleased with the out come. She did a great job negotiating and getting things settled in a timely manner. When I had questions she was always there to answer them or got back t...o me in a reasonable amount of time. She reassured me everything would be fine when I would get nervouse about going in front of the judge. Kathryn is very family oriented and I would and have recommended her to my friends and family.

Posted by Jessica | March 22, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Kathryn Resnick review

Kathryn is very personable and helpful. I used her to help consult me through my divorce. She is fare, honest, and made me feel like my best interests were being looked after.

Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2009 | Family

Do Not Hire, you might be passed off to someone with no experience and ripped off!

First time I hired her it went okay, but she became ill and was not available to clients, I had to phone, email, and write to get her to withdraw, but it was too late to pursue my issue. I forgave her and I made an appointment this fall. Without letting me know, she cancelled the appointment and pas...sed off our phone number to a "colleague" with ZERO experience with our situation, Jeff Jared, a criminal trial attorney, not a family law specialist, as recommended by the State Bar for our situation. This turned out badly, resulting in a complaint to the State Bar. Kathryn has not responded to our concerns, or taken resposibility for her referral, or helped resolve it. We are very disappointed.

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Kathryn D Resnick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Kelly

Family lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Kathryn’s sharp legal mind and integrity have earned her an excellent reputation in the Whatcom County legal community. For a number of years, I have worked as an attorney with Kathryn on the other side of cases, as well as a mediator on cases in which Kathryn has represented clients. Not only is Kathryn a highly ethical attorney, her wealth of legal experience shows in her ability to resolve cases efficiently and effectively. I especially appreciate her positive attitude even when cases are difficult to resolve. Kathryn’s combination of intelligence, commitment, creativity, and compassion make her a thoughtful and conscientious lawyer. I give her the highest possible recommendation."

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Lee Grochmal

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I heartily endorse Kathryn's work. Kathryn has a calming demeanor that puts clients at ease under difficult, stressful circumstances. She is experienced and knowledgeable about the law and respected by fellow attorneys."

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Luke Larson

Family lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have found Kathryn to be a highly knowledgeable and caring attorney. If you are looking to hire an attorney I would highly recommend her services."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Owner, Kathryn D. Resnick, Attorney at Law

2005 - 2008

Contract Attorney, Whatcom County Public Defender

2004 - 2005

Deputy Public Defender, Whatcom County Public Defender

2003 - 2003

Intern, Washington Death Penalty Assistance Center

2002 - 2003

Student, Innocence Project Northwest

2002 - 2002

Rule 9 Attorney, Whatcom County Public Defender

Associations

Whatcom County Bar Association

Washington State Bar Association

American Bar Association

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Whatcom Collaborative Law Professionals

President, Vice President

Collaborative Professionals of Washington

Education

2003

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Western Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

Distinguished Alum Key Note Address for Scholars' Week

How anthropology BA helps in the practice of law

Languages

English

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