$ 225-275 per hour
Christine graduated from Western Washington University with a cross-disciplinary degree in Law and Diversity, focused on American cultural diversity and the law, and from the University of Idaho College of Law, where her work in the legal aid clinic led to a focus on family law in her practice. After several years as a legal aid volunteer attorney, she joined a Whitman County criminal defense firm as their first family law attorney. Her own family matters brought her back to the west side of the state.
"Family, good, bad or indifferent, is part of our foundation and often central to our lives. Sadly, you may need protection from a family member with unmanageable issues, but for the most part, those relationships are part of who we are, now and in the future. My commitment is to provide compassionate legal assistance to clients dealing with changed family relationships, without damaging them beyond repair in the process, especially if children are involved. In family law, that's a win .".
Favorite leisure pastimes are gardening, old-lady kayaking, reading, and whatever comes next. Favorite quotation: "The object of life is not to be on the side of the majority, but to escape finding oneself in the ranks of the insane." Tolstoy.
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11105 NE 14th st, Suite 101, Vancouver, WA, 98684
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Posted by Tyson | February 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Made a difficult time easier to manage!!
Christine was the type of attorney you always hope to get when going through a difficult time! She was tough when she needed to be and very compassionate when that was needed! I was very thankful to have her on my side!! Highly recommend her to anyone!!
Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2017 | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Services
Chrisitne provided excellent limited consultation services to guide me through my contested divorce case. I did not have any experience with legal matters, so her mentoring was key to my success. She was very helpful and clear about the legal processes that I would encounter and documentation that I ...
Posted by Libby | February 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Christine Dow ... one of the best divorce attorneys in Whitman County
When I was facing divorce, Christine Dow was recommended to me as one of the best divorce attorneys in Whitman County. And with good reason. She is low-key and understated, not combative, and yet she readily claims and stands her ground. She is fair, level-headed, reasoned, and always striving for wh...
Posted by Mark | November 05, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Compassionate
Mrs. Dow was so helpful during a very difficult period in my life. Divorce is hard, obviously. Christine walked me through a process that made such little sense to me, and that was before having my head full of negativity, hurt, and despair by the entire divorce process. The help I received from M...
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Supportive and knowledgeable
Christine was an excellent attorney. She provided insightful and timely advice when necessary and listened closely when I had something to contribute. She has excellent word craft. She is plugged in to the legal community here in Whitman County and was able to prepare me well as a result. I really ap...
"I endorse this lawyer. Christine excels in all areas of family law and has a proven track record of delivering for her clients."
"I trust her enough to work on my personal family law matter. In some ways that is the highest recommendation I can provide."
"I have known Christine for over 9 years. Not only is she an exceptional family law attorney, her advice is enhanced by a wealth of life experience. I recommend Christine without hesitation."
Family lawyer
2012
Outstanding Pro Bono Representation, Law Advocates: Legal Assistance by Whatcom Advocates
2019 - Present
Associate Attorney, Heritage Family Law
2014 - 2019
Associate Attorney/Family Law, Baumgarten Law Offices PLLC, Whitman County
2019 - Present
Cowlitz Wahkiakum County Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Domestic Relations Attorneys of WashingtonMember
2009 - Present
WSBA Family Law SectionMember
2014 - 2019
Whitman County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2013
Law AdvocatesVolunteer Attorney
2008
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
B.A. Law and Diversity (cross disciplinary degree)