$ 400-400 per hour
PRO
Edward F Shea JR
also known as Ed Shea
Virtual Consultation Available
About Edward
Biography
Family law cases are best handled 'hitting the ground running' so we push all of our clients, at the outset, to give us what we need by way of information and documentation. In every case, when a client retains SheaLaw, I assign the client to work with myself and one of my experienced legal assistants on their case. That legal assistant sends the new client a fee agreement that has already been discussed during our initial consultation so that the client understands our hourly rates and the basics of our billing system and approach. Because these cases are very expensive and in order to be transparent, I have made my professional services agreement/fee agreement accessible on my website to ensure there are no surprises. Please make sure to review this agreement as it explains in detail the fees and costs that are billed in any family law case I take. Additionally, we have a refillable advanced fee system and that is also explained in that professional services agreement.
We are busy here at SheaLaw so I'm not here to run us in circles and waste your time and money. I have plenty of clients and my approach to these cases, as a result, is to try to navigate the client to a conclusion sooner than later. In doing so, I make the client aware of options as we move through the case so that we can try to achieve the results they want and the client ultimately chooses the path.
My exposure to divorce work in 30 plus years has resulted in handling very complex cases with client's who have estates in excess of 50 millions dollars to basic cases involving no assets at all. I have an established team of experts I use in the high asset cases and tailor their involvement to the desires of the client in an effort to ensure we use the client's money constructively and effectively.
Preparation and organization are the keys to success in any family law case. I've done this work for 30 years and developed an internal systems-approach to negotiating cases quickly to resolution and, in those cases that don't resolve, I'm prepared to achieve a successful result in trial.
Take initial consultation appointments by phone and video-conference using Zoom, and, on occasion, in person.
Taking appointments by phone and video-conference using Zoom and moving forward with cases during Governor Inslee’s Stay Home/Stay Healthy Order. I'm also available via e-mail to discuss your case each day as is my staff, who are working remotely during this time to make sure all are safe.
Taking appointments by phone and video-conference using Zoom and moving forward with cases during Governor Inslee’s Stay Home/Stay Healthy Order. I'm also available via e-mail to discuss your case each day as is my staff, who are working remotely during this time to make sure all are safe.
Taking appointments by phone and video-conference using Zoom and moving forward with cases during Governor Inslee’s Stay Home/Stay Healthy Order. I'm also available via e-mail to discuss your case each day as is my staff, who are working remotely during this time to make sure all are safe.
Taking appointments by phone and video-conference using Zoom and moving forward with cases during Governor Inslee’s Stay Home/Stay Healthy Order. I'm also available via e-mail to discuss your case each day as is my staff, who are working remotely during this time to make sure all are safe.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Family
80%
Litigation
5%
Mediation
5%
Medical Malpractice
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Washington for 31 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Kristina | April 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
Best Attorney Tri-Cities
Ed Shea is the best family law attorney I have ever worked with. From our first meeting, he explained everything to me in terms I could easily understand and was always very responsive when I had questions. His team is also excellent to work with and very professional. I had a great experience!
Posted by Trenton | November 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Hands down the best attorney in the area....
Getting the right attorney is EVERYTHING in a legal battle. Ed and his team are literally exactly what you pray for when you know that you need legal representation. I was SO IMPRESSED with them. They are extremely responsive, which is HUGE, and they don't waste time on misleading you or giving yo...
Posted by Amanda | September 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
Amazing team
Ed and his legal team helped me with my family law case. Ed was honest and straight forward about my case , which I was very thankful for. Ed and his legal team emailed promptly back with any of my questions and with legal documents. Very professional ,friendly, and I would recommend Ed and his sta...
Posted by Mellinda | March 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Exceeded All of My Expectations & Needs
Mr. Shea and his assistant went above and beyond my expectations. They aided me in legal documents in a prompt, professional, and polite manner. Mr. Shea and his assistant quickly came to my rescue and filed legal documentation required by the county/state timely and accurately allowing me a secure p...
Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Couldn’t ask for better
It’s unfortunate I ever had to use a lawyer. But I feel very blessed to have had Ed as mine. You won’t get better. Not only is he smart and a beast in court, but he will tell you like it is, not just what you want to hear. He responds quickly and gets things done quickly. I very much appreciated him ...
Edward F Shea JR's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ed is both a zealous advocate for his clients and a gentleman in the profession. He has mastered the art of persuasion with the utmost professionalism. I have no reservation is referring clients to him. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Although Ed has been a very strong advocate for his clients on cases we oppose one another, he has been very professional and helpful. He is a great leader in the local legal community. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Ed for almost 18 years. His knowledge, work ethic, and integrity is second to none, which is why our firm sends clients to Ed."
"Ed Shea is one of the most respected advocates and trial attorneys in the Tri-Cities. If you have a family law or personal injury matter, I endorse him without hesitation."
Eric Eisinger
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2013
"Super Lawyer - Washington Law & Politics - 2013", Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
"SuperLawyer" - Washington Law & Politics - 2012, Washington Law & Politics
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
"SuperLawyer" - Washington Law & Politics - 2011, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2005
"Rising Star" in Civil Litigation - 2005, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Associations
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationHearing Officer
2006 - 2009
Washington State Bar AssociationBoard of Governor - 4th District
Education
1994
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of Washington
Associates