Karin Jean Dedona

Karin Jean Dedona

also known as Karin J. DeDona

3.7
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 37 years

Family Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Family

1920 Broadway St, Vancouver, WA

About Karin

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, legal separation, modifications, domestic partnerships, parentage, cohabitation relationships.

38 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 37 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1988

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Karin Jean Dedona

1920 Broadway St, Vancouver, WA, 98663-3325

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Karin Jean Dedona's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2013

Worst mistake ever....

I used Karin as my attorney for a divorce involving children and I can honestly say it was the biggest mistake I've ever made. Not only did she charge me a fortune, but her job of representing me was very poorly done. She grossly overcharges for her services (i.e 30 minutes billed for a 2 minute phon...e call) and does the bare minimum of what is legally required of her. In my final divorce decree I was raked through the coals even though my ex-husband doesn't pay his child support, was ARRESTED for driving drunk with our children cross-country, and was threatening/abusive for the duration of our marriage and thereafter. Everything that I was "awarded" in the divorce has been seized by the federal government or is irrelevant. Given the amount Karin charges for her attorney fees I 'assumed' she would be knowledgeable on Washington laws. After paying for her services I am worse off than before I started this whole process. I would never recommend Karin Dedona to anyone.

Karin Dedona

Replied last March 13, 2013

This is a client who did not pay for the excellent service she received, and lashed out with blame when asked to pay her bill.

Posted by Kristi R. | April 3, 2012

Karin is an amazing attorney

I used Karin for a very difficult legal seperation then divorce. She was amazing. Karin kept me informed at all times and she was very straight forward. Hopefully, I never have to experience divorce again but if I did, Karin would be the only attorney I would use. Thank you, Karin for everything....

Posted by anonymous | October 9, 2010

A real Bulldog!

Karin was absolutely amazing. She defended me in a custody case with the father of my child. He claimed integration.. Karin did an amazing job at putting the case together, keeping me completly informed and was a shining star in the court room! The case was appealed and she took the floor again, the ...entire courtroom was in awe of how she handled things up there! She my x's attorney litterally shaking! She is very honest about cost, and tries to save your money as much as possible! When it comes to your children, a parent needs to know they have the best defending their family.. Karin is more than you can ask for!!

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Karin Jean Dedona's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kari Rose-Adams

Family lawyer | Mar 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Meyer

Unknown lawyer | May 06

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Pops

Family lawyer | Nov 18

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"Karin is the best. Period."

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Mark Carter

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred many clients to Karin for family law matters. I had a friend - another attorney - that went through a divorce. Used two well known attorneys and fired both after being charged very high fees for very little work. He was then referred to Karin. He told me that she was not only a great person but an outstanding attorney that handled his case for a reasonable fee."

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Scott Edwards

Family lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Our firm has referred clients to Karin for years. She is a smart, dedicated, and personable advocated for 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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Crystal Lambert

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Karin has been an amazing mentor. She is a professional, intelligent, and compassionate family law attorney. Karin is a strong advocate on behalf of her clients in both negotiation and litigation settings."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Associations

1995 - Present

Clark County Superior Court

Pro Tem Court Commissioner

2003 - 2004

Clark County Bar Association

President

2002 - 2003

Family Law Section, Clark County Bar Association

President

Education

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Stanford University Medical Center, Evergreen State College, Lewis & Clark School of Law

BA - Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

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Has been a frequent speaker at Family Law Meetings and Conferences

Family Law Matters

Languages

English

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