Kathleen Marliss McCann

Kathleen Marliss McCann

4.7
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 44 years

Family Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Guardianship, Probate, Adoption

1014 Franklin Street, Suite 202, Vancouver, WA

About Kathleen

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 35%

non parental custody and parentage. modifications of parenting plan and child support.

39 years | 25 cases

35%
Guardianship 35%

Representation of lay petitioners for guardianship, alleged incapacitated persons, guardian ad litem for guardianships of all kinds.

14 years | 20 cases

35%
Probate 20%

estates both intestate and with a will

15 cases

20%
Adoption 10%

Full private adoptions, step parent, international re-adoptions. representation of petitioners for adoption, birth parents, guardian ad litem for minor birth parents

39 years | 25 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 44 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1981

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kathleen McCann, P.S.

1014 Franklin Street, Suite 202, Vancouver, WA, 98660

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Kathleen Marliss McCann's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Jesse | October 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thorough, Honest, Caring, Knowledgeable...

Kathy is an excellent lawyer who takes time to get to know you and your specific situation. She never sugar coats the options available to you or tries to push you in one direction or the other. And, she enjoys a great reputation within the legal community here in Vancouver, which is important when n...egotiating and going to court. I highly recommend her for anyone going through a divorce or other legal matters.

Kathleen McCann

Replied last October 17, 2016

Hi Jesse, thank you for your kind sentiment. Kathy always has her clients best interest in mind. Her passion for providing legal solutions for families, shines through in court and the legal community. The Law Office of Kathleen McCann, P.S. is grateful for any recommendations you make. Best regards.

Posted by Geri | October 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Unpretentiousness, Integrity, and Awareness

My experience with Kathy McCann as my divorce attorney can be summed up by using 3 words; unpretentiousness, integrity, and awareness. Kathy's understanding of life's most difficult situations, her commitment to playing fair no matter what is thrown her way and lastly her keen understanding of the at...titudes and personalities of the environment she works in helped me tremendously in moving upward and onward in the next chapter in my life.

Kathleen McCann

Replied last October 12, 2016

Thank you so much for the review, Geri! We're so happy to hear about your wonderful experience working with us. At Law Office of Kathleen McCann, P.S., we understand how difficult tough times can be. We work hard to help you through them with our honest, professional services. Thanks again; it was our pleasure to help you proceed to the next chapter of your life!

Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Always felt confident with Kathleen

Kathleen walked me through the darkest, scariest thing I've ever been through. From my first meeting, I felt confident she understood my situation and gave me a realistic idea of what to expect. That's what I wanted from the experience; someone I could put my confidence in to get a reasonable result.... I didn't want a shark attorney. I wanted someone I could trust and respect and I found that in Kathleen. She guided me from before separation and how to do that properly to transitioning back to the workforce. She knew how to handle hostile opposing counsel and how and when to settle. I was pleased to have Kathleen on my side and have recommended her to other people who are unfortunately in my same position. If you want real, honest, caring advocacy, Kathleen is a solid choice.

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Trustworthy Lawyer

Really never though I'd call an attorney trustworthy, but that is what Kathy McCann turned out to be. I was worried as a father that I wouldn't get good terms or a fair shake, but I did. Of course, no one wants to be divorced or have to fight for custody, but I must say that, now that's it's done, ...Ms McCann did a good job for me. She helped me along the way not to make things worse for myself and she gave me good advise. She was easy to contact and returned phone calls or emails quickly. She did a good job and I appreciate it.

Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

thorough, sensitive and good results

Just wanted to let others know that Ms. McCann did an excellent job for me with my divorce. She was sensitive to my issues and guided me through the process so I got a reasonable amount and felt that she had a good rapport with the judge who complimented her for another case.

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Kathleen Marliss McCann's Lawyer Endorsements

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Trent Kunz

Probate lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Kathy and sought her advice on several issues. Kathy is generous with her time and great to work with. I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Blum

Family lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Peterson

Adoption lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Russell

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Matthews

Elder law lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kathy is very experienced and level headed. Whe takes a genuine interest in her clients."

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Matthew Cohen

Family lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Christy

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy is professional and has maintained good relationships with clients, colleagues, and the bench."

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Trent Kunz

Probate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Dean Langsdorf Family Law Lawyer of the Year, Clark County Bar Association

Associations

2015 - Present

Clark County Guardianshp and Probate Group

Clark County Bar Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Washington State Bar Elder Law Section

2007 - 2013

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Executive Council

Education

1981

Lewis and Clark School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Puget Sound

Honors College

N/A

Univesity of Washington

Graduate School of Sociology

Speaking Engagements

2016

guardianship attorney group of Clark County

community property law

Languages

English

Activity

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