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 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Steve | March 24, 2010 | Divorce & Separation

Helped me through a difficult time.

After being surprised by a petition for divorce I went to Kathryn for advice. I felt very comfortable with her from the beginning. She put me at ease and explained the different ways we could work together. I opted to retain her since my ex had already retained an attorney and that seemed the best op...tion for me. Although Kathryn has basically a one person office and had just had a baby she always returned phone calls promptly and made time for meetings both with myself and my ex's attorney. She always maintained a calm and professional demeanor and helped me obtain a final decree that I would never have gotten on my own. She was also available for any questions & problems that arose after the divorce was final. Plus all this was accomplished without using up my full retainer. I would highly reccommend Kathryn to anyone looking for an attorney in this field.

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

i would and have recommended Kathryn as an exceptional lawyer

i am pleased to recommend Kathryn as an exceptional lawyer. i came to her after beginning my divorce with another lawyer who totally ignored me and would not respond to any of my requests. Kathryn handled the divorce beautifully, giving me advice, pointing out my options in different circumstances ...and ultimately providing me with a winning situation. I was so pleased that I later had her prepare my will, again with excellent suggestions and outcome.

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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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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Robert Kelly

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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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

Activity

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