Christina Meserve has been practicing family law in the same Olympia location since 1979. She is the only Thurston County attorney admitted as a fellow to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and is one of very few divorce attorneys to be awarded the prestigious "AV" rating by Martindale-Hubbell Legal Directory. She has been listed as a "Super Lawyer" by Washington Law & Politics Magazine, a recognition accorded to only 5% of Washington's lawyers. Learn more by visiting www.olylaw.com.
Practice areas
Divorce and separation
43 years
43 years
43 years
The Law Offices of Connolly, Tacon & Meserve
825 5th Ave. SE
Olympia, WA, 98501
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 1978 | 06/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Washington Law and Politics | 2016 |
AV Rating | Martindale-Hubbell | 2000 |
Woman of Distinction | Pacific Peaks Girl Scout Council | 2000 |
Family Law Trial Advocacy Certification | National Board of Trial Advocacy | 1996 |
Daniel Bigelow Award | Thurston County Bar Association | 1996 |
Boss of the Year | Thurston County Association of Legal Support Professionals | 1996 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Connolly, Tacon & Meserve | 1979 - Present | |
Law Clerk to Justice James M. Dolliver | Washington State Supreme Court | 1978 - 1979 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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The Evergreen State College Foundation | Member, Board of Governors | 2015 - Present |
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | Fellow | 1997 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Board of Governors | 2016 - 2019 |
The Evergreen State College Foundation | Member, Board of Governors | 1997 - 2004 |
WSBA/Supreme Court Joint Task Force on Lawyer Discipline | Member | 1994 - 1995 |
Washington State Bar Association | Character and Fitness Committee | 1993 - 1996 |
Thurston County Bar Association | President | 1990 - 1991 |
The Evergreen State College | Board of Trustees | 1990 - 1997 |
Thurston County Bar Association | Vice-president | 1989 - 1990 |
Washington Women Lawyers | President | 1982 - 1983 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Washington Practice: Family and Community Property Law | Chapter 45, Parenting Actions | 2015 |
WSBA Family Law Newsletter | Prenuptial Agreements | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Washington School of Law | J.D. | 1978 |
Evergreen State College | B.A. | 1975 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Annual Meeting, Family Law Section | Case Law Update | 2021 |
Annual Meeting, Family Law Section | Case Law Update | 2020 |
Annual Meeting, Family Law Section | Case Law Update | 2019 |
Annual Meeting, Family Law Section | Case Law Update | 2018 |
Annual Meeting | Case Law Update | 2017 |
Family Law Annual Meeting | Case Law Update | 2016 |
Family Law Midyear Conference | Case Law Update | 2015 |
Family Law Midyear | Case Law update | 2014 |
Midyear Meeting | Case Law Update | 2013 |
Annual Meeting | Case Law Update | 2012 |
Family Law Midyear Conference | Case Law Update | 2011 |
Continuing Legal Education Seminar | Tough Talk With Clients: Debt Issues | 2010 |
Washington Women Lawyers Meeting | Succeeding in the Practice of Law | 2008 |
AAML Washington 13th Annual Conference | Requesting and Collecting Attorney's Fees | 2007 |
Guardian Ad Litem Training | Introduction to the Legal Process | 2007 |
AAML Washington 11th Annual Conference | Presenting a Complex Case to the Court | 2005 |
AAML Washington 10th Annual Conference | Family Law Benchbook: Know What the Judge Knows | 2004 |
Family Law Basics | Motion Practice | 2003 |
AAML Washington 5th Annual Conference | Ethics and Professionalism in Family Law Cases | 1999 |
Valuing the Closely Held Business | Direct and Cross Examination of Expert Witnesses | 1995 |
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Jerry Gray, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 1, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris is very well respected in the legal community and has over 30 years of experience. I endorse this lawyer.
Patrick Rawnsley, Family Attorney on Jun 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris is simply one of the best attorneys I have ever known. Her knowledge of the law and her courtroom skills place her as one of the best family law attorneys our state has to offer. Her accomplishments are many and she has been dedicated to service at both the local and state level. She is zealous in her advocacy and her efforts in resolving cases outside of court. I consider myself fortunate to be able to use her knowledge and experience as a sounding board; I highly recommend Chris to anyone seeking top-notch family law representation.
Forrest Wagner, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 18, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have only endorsed a few lawyers on Avvo. Not because I have a low estimation of my peers, but because the whole concept just strikes me as the new high tech version of that "good old boys" cronyism that we love to decry. When I endorse a lawyer I don't talk to them and there is certainly no quid pro quo. I will endorse Chris as a peer because she is deserving and for no other reason. She is a skillful, fierce and tireless advocate, but a punctilious professional at the same time. She cares about her clients, which is in many ways the only litmus test we need apply, but she also cares a lot about her profession and tries to model a profile that smashes the stereotypes and caricatures our culture imposes on the legal profession. She earns my unequivocal endorsement.
Paul Battan, Family Attorney on Jan 31, 2009
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris Meserve has a well deserved reputation as one of the best family lawyers in Washington State. She gives tough advice to stubborn clients, and tougher opposition to stubborn opposing counsel. Throughout her career she has been generous with her time and expertise as a participant in many associations and seminars that work to help other family lawyers do better work.
Leonard Lucenko, Family Attorney on Apr 21, 2008
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris has thirty years of family law experience in Thurston County. Chris is an outstanding litigator who works tirelessly for the people she represents. It is an honor to work and learn from the most respected family law practitioner in Thurston County.
James Connolly, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 9, 2008
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer's work without reservation. Chris Meserve has been my partner since 1979. She is recognized by all as one of the best family law attorneys in this area.
Carter Hick, Family Attorney on Apr 8, 2008
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer's work. Chris is a tireless advocate for her clients. She is extremely intelligent, well-prepared, and compassionate. You cannot find a better family law attorney in Thurston County.
Jonathan Sprouffske, Family Attorney on Mar 31, 2008
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris is an outstanding professional in her field. She is the only attorney in Thurston County to have been elected as a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. She is a wonderful asset to our firm and the surrounding community.
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