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  • Tacoma, WA
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Wendy Ellen Zicht
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About Wendy

I am a former superior court commissioner and mental health social worker devoted to helping others through conflict with tenacity and grace.

Awarded "Best of 2018 Divorce Lawyer." I have been a lawyer for over twenty-eight years, because I thoroughly enjoy helping others. From January 2011 to April 2013, I served as a Pierce County Superior Court Commissioner. I presided over family law, probate/estate, guardianship, mental illness, juvenile court, landlord tenant, mortage foreclosure, and other matters. I chose to leave the bench and to return to private practice. I missed lawyering and directly helping others. I still occasionally serve as  Pierce County Superior Court Commissioner Pro Tempore.

My practice focuses primarily on divorce, legal separation, child custody, and child support issues. I represent clients in high-conflict litigation as well as in collaborative mediation. I also serve as a mediator. My prior experience as a social worker and my mediation skills are essential to helping others to handle stress and to focus on long-term goals. 

Serving on the bench has sharpened my ability to present an objective perspective and to assist a potential client in evaluating outcomes. I provide an initial free one half hour consultation. After that, I charge my pro-rated hourly rate. My goal is to clearlyl explian the applicable law, our court system, the processes of divorce and legal separation, the available roptions (uncontested, contested-litigated, and contested collaborative), and the like. I want to answer all of your questions and help you to create an action plan. 

I have served as President of our county bar association, and I am a founding member of Collaborative Professionals of Pierce County.  I continue to be involved with a variety of boards and committees. When I am not busy with clients or bar association activities, I enjoy time with my husband, my many pets, and my piano.

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Practice areas

OtherChild custodyUncontested divorceFamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 50%

    29 years

  2. Family: 20%

    Divorce, legal separation, child custody, parenting plans, paternity, and mediation.

    29 years

  3. Uncontested divorce: 15%

    29 years

  4. Child custody: 10%

    29 years

  1. Alimony: 2%

  2. Child support: 2%

  3. LGBT+ Law: 1%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Law Office of Wendy E. Zicht

2207 North 30th Street
Tacoma, WA, 98403

Website
http://wendyzichtcreativedivorce.com 

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      WAActive199111/14/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Divorce Lawyer Best of 2018Tacoma Awards Program2018
      In Appreciation for Exceptional ServiceTacoma Pierce County Bar Association2016
      Award of Appreciation for Service as TrusteeTacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Family Law Section2016
      Award of Appreciation for Service as PresidentCollaborative Law Professionals of Pierce County2016
      Outstanding Service AwardTacoma Pierce County Bar Association2015
      Appreciation for Service as PresidentTacoma Pierce County Bar Association2008
      Appreciation for Service as TrusteeTacoma Pierce County Bar Association2006
      Family Law Section President Service AwardTacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Family Law Section2006
      American JursiprudenceLawyers Cooperative Publishing1989
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      OwnerLaw Office of Wendy E. Zicht1999 - Present
      Court CommissionerPierce County Superior Court2011 - 2013
      AssociateMcKinley & Irvin1997 - 1999
      AssociateLaw Office of Robert Helland1991 - 1997
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Mediators Without BoardersMember2008 - Present
      International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember2006 - Present
      Collaborative Law Professionals of Pierce CountyMember2006 - Present
      Washington State Bar AssociationMember1991 - Present
      Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember1991 - Present
      Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationPresident2007 - 2008
      Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationVice President2006 - 2007
      Old Town Business and Professional AssociationSecretary2006 - 2007
      Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationPresident, Family Law Section2005 - 2006
      Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationTrustee2004 - 2006
      Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationVice-President, Family Law Section2002 - 2003
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Administrative Office of the CourtsJudicial College Certificate2011
      University of Puget Sound School of LawJD1991
      Ohio State University, ColumbusBA1984
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Two Day Basic TrainingCollaborative Law2019
      Two Day Basic TrainingCollaborative Law2018
      Tacoma-Pierce County Bar AssociationStarting a practice on a shoe-string2012
      Settlement Conference TrainingEthics and the Uniform Mediation Act2009
      Pacific Currents, Sound Perspectives on ADRSettlement Conference Strategies that Work: Strategies for Mediating High-Conflict Family Law Cases2008

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      Excellent Divorce attorney

      5.0 stars

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      I would recommend hiring Wendy Zicht without reservation. She is thorough, detail-oriented, easy to communicate with, extremely knowledgeable, professional and a pleasure to work with. I went through a complicated divorce and will be forever grateful to have had both a highly competent lawyer and an emotionally supportive one.
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      Wendy E Zicht

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      After my wife filed for divorce, I had no idea what to expect. Wendy was recommended to me by a friend, and I could not have been happier with the service provided. From the outset, Wendy put my mind at ease and walked me through the process at each and every step. When comparing the documents prepared by Wendy to the documents prepared by the opposing attorney, I could tell that Wendy was a true professional. The extra time that Wendy put into these documents, as well as the time she spent reviewing with me showed that she cared for the outcome, and had the best interest of myself and my daughters at heart. The outcome from the divorce was way better than I expected, and I have Wendy to thank for that. I would not hesitate in recommending Wendy to anyone who is going through the painful process of divorce.
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      Wendy Zicht's response: Thank you Mark for your kind words of appreciation. They remind me of why I returned to private practice. It was a pleasure assisting you through your divorce. Nicole and I look forward to you stopping by the office (when COVID restrictions are lifted) to update us on how you and your kids are doing.

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      Divorces are stressful, emotional, a financial burden and there are legal aspects that just don’t make sense or seem fair. I tried representing myself only to find opposing attorney trying to take advantage of me, that is when I turned to the law office of Wendy Zicht. Wendy started off just advising me until I found a need to have her on my side fulltime. Wendy helped me navigate the legal aspects and got me back on track when my emotions took over. I can not say enough about her knowledge of the laws, her ability to empathize and all-around professionalism. I had a choice of many attorneys to guide me through my divorce, I know I made the right choice in hiring Wendy.
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Lawyer Lindsay Diane Camandona

      Lindsay Camandona, Uncontested divorce Attorney on Mar 14, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Erik Jon Bjornson

      Erik Bjornson, Family Attorney on Sep 14, 2015
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. An excellent experienced attorney and past local bar president.

      Lawyer Lindsay Diane Camandona

      Lindsay Camandona, Uncontested divorce Attorney on Mar 14, 2017
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Erik Jon Bjornson

      Erik Bjornson, Family Attorney on Sep 14, 2015
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. I endorse this lawyer. An excellent experienced attorney and past local bar president.

      Lawyer Caroline Jean Campbell

      Caroline Campbell, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 2, 2015
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer Danielle Lynne LaBelle

      Danielle LaBelle, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 24, 2015
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Lawyer David Charles Snell

      David Snell, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 12, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Wendy expertly represents divorce, child custody and other domestic law clients. She has over 20 years experience, including on the Superior Court bench as a Commissioner. You won't find a more balanced and knowledgeable family lawyer than Wendy.

      Lawyer Scott Alexander Candoo

      Scott Candoo, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 13, 2013
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. She is solid, confident and will give you excellent direction in your case.

      Lawyer James Henry MaGee

      James MaGee, Family Attorney on Apr 12, 2013
      Relationship: Worked together on matter

      I endorse this lawyer. Wendy has done it all - served on the bench, years of grindingly difficult family law - and she keeps disputes in perspective and focuses on resolving matters without getting into the drama of fighting with the opponents attorney. I think she charges a reasonable fee as well. Although I do not presently practice family law, I did for many years, and my work resulted in the somewhat landmark Division II Court of Appeals published opinion "In re the marriage of Choate" - so I know my way around a family law case. Wendy is just fantastic - give her a call! James H. MaGee, atty - the "King" of Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy in King, Pierce, Lewis, Mason and Thurston counties.

      Lawyer Carolyn Annette Elsey

      Carolyn Elsey, Family Attorney on Mar 19, 2009
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Wendy is a superb negotiator. She is very detail-oriented and always meticulously prepared for any case. I highly recommend her for any divorce matter, especially with complex property issues.

      Lawyer Csilla Muhl

      Csilla Muhl, Family Attorney on Nov 25, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I know Wendy through professional affiliations and as opposing counsel on cases. She is the ultimate professional with a complete understanding of the law and high ethical standards. I have observed her argue cases in court, where she was always well prepared and thorough. Wendy is a zealous advocate for her clients' best interest and achieves great outcomes. She is also passionate about the practice of family law and has devoted countless hours and energy to our Bar Association to improve legal services and our organization. I strongly endorse her personally and professionally.

      Lawyer John William Fuhrman

      John Fuhrman, Family Attorney on Jun 19, 2008
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer's work.

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