Noelle Angela McLean

Noelle Angela McLean

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Kelso, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation

415 S 3RD AVE, P O BOX 757, Kelso, WA

About Noelle

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

33 years

25%
Child Support 25%

33 years

25%
Family 25%

My practice is solely devoted to domestic relations cases - dissolution, custody, parenting plan and child support modifications, and paternity. I do not handle adoptions, meretricious relationships, guardianships or prenuptial agreements.

33 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Noelle McLean PS

415 S 3RD AVE, P O BOX 757, Kelso, WA, 98626

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Noelle Angela McLean's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

56 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Family

Posted by Jesse | April 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Noelle McLean- 5 Star Lawyer

Noelle is a true professional and an excellent lawyer! Her (and her office support team) is extremely organized, thorough, and timely in all aspects. You can tell how experienced she is within minutes of speaking to her and very knowledgeable with the law and court systems. Noelle is the lawyer that ...you want on your team and not the other way around. As a father, I truly felt represented and would highly recommend!

Posted by Ellen | October 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Superior

Noelle is absolutely wonderful. She is beyond organized and has the best interest for her clients and children. She practices in good faith to ensure the best outcomes for the children. The staff there is also beyond supportive, organized, and welcoming. Communication is beyond excellent and never fe...lt like I was left in the dark. Highly recommended!!!

Noelle McLean

Replied last November 01, 2024

Thank you, Ellen! Glad we were finally able to reach a conclusion and allow you to move forward.

Posted by Alexis | June 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Family

Top Rated in Cowlitz County

Noelle goes above and beyond for her clients, and for the children. She does all that she can to help protect and defend her clients. She dives in, head first, in the most complicated of cases. I would recommend Noelle to any and all, if in need of a family law attorney. In addition, her staff is fri...endly and helpful. If you need an attorney to fight for you and listen to your needs, hire Noelle!

Noelle McLean

Replied last July 02, 2024

Thank you Alexis, for trusting me with you case. Pleasure working with you.

Posted by Jenny | May 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Extremely Thorough

My particular divorce was a long process due to the owning of a business and the delay's from the opposing party but Noelle and her staff were professional and efficient throughout the entire process. What I loved about Noelle was that she gave me realistic expectations that were not emotionally driv...en but practical based on the numbers. She was quick to reach out to her colleague's when unsure of a process due to the nature of the business. She is a confident, well prepared trial lawyer as well which served me well in my case. Her support staff is top-notch and works with the same efficiency. Highly recommend Noelle if you are in need of family law services.

Noelle McLean

Replied last May 11, 2023

Thank you Jenny for your kind comments. It was great working with you and working through your unique case issues.

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Retain with the best!

I retained Noelle after multiple praises from people that had been in similar family court matters. This case was previously established out of state till residing in Cowlitz County. Biological mom decided to take a run a custody after a decade of absence, After the courts consideration I knew I need...ed the best attorney. Noelle got this case turned around and support finally established as well. Noelle is highly respected and in most opinions hands down the first choice in the county.

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Noelle Angela McLean's Lawyer Endorsements

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Wesley Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Noelle since she began practicing law. She is conscientious in everything she does and has an excellent reputation in the legal community."

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Gary Bashor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known and worked with Noelle since she first obtained her license to practice law, and have always been amazed at the level of dedication she puts into her representation of her clients. Few lawyers are better prepared, nor more versed in the applicable law on a given case. I have recommended her to both family and friends and have never had a regret in doing so."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2023

Duty of Service (for Veterans and Low Income individuals), Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Legal Aid

2013

Elder Justice Award, Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Legal Aid

2011

Cowlitz County Professionalism Award, Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Legal Aid

2007

Most Client's Assisted, Cowlitz Wahkiakum Legal Aid

2007

Local Hero, Washington State Bar Association

2005

Creed of Professionalism, Cowlitz Wahkiakum Bar Association

2002

Volunteer of the Year, Cowlitz Wahkiakum Legal Aid

2000

Attorney of the Year, Cowlitz County CASA

Work Experience

1993 - 1995

Associate Attorney, C. Michael McLean, PS

1991 - 1993

Rule 9 Intern, Attorney General's Office

Associations

1994 - Present

Epsilon Sigma Alpha

Member

1993 - Present

Cowlitz Wahkiakum County Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2008

Epsilon Sigma Alpha

State President

2005 - 2010

Feral Cat Coalition

Volunteer

2001 - 2007

Cowlitz Wahkiakum Legal Aid

Board Member

2001 - 2002

Cowlitz Wahkiakum County Bar Association

Bar President

2001 - 2005

YMCA Mock Trial

Convener

2001 - 2005

Toastmasters

Member

2000 - 2014

Salvation Army

Board Member

2000 - 2005

Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Youth Commission

Board Member

Education

1993

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Juris Doctor

1990

Washington State University

Bachelor of Arts

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