Heather Marie Brown

Heather Marie Brown

4.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Fairbanks, AK
Practice Areas: Family, Workers Compensation, Business ... +4 more

104 Kutter Rd, Fairbanks, AK

About Heather

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 50%

Family law, or Domestic Relations, involves a variety of civil law, including Divorce, Legal Separation, Child Custody and Support, Domestic Violence Protective Orders, Adoption, Child in Need of Aid cases, Estate Planning and Probate.

13 years

50%
Workers Compensation 20%

Workers' Compensation is a statutory system which requires an employer to pay an injured employee's work-related medical and disability benefits.

13 years

20%
Business 10%

Corporation start-up; contract development, negotiation, review and more.

13 years

10%
Criminal Defense 5%

Misdemeanors and Felonies, including Assault, Sexual Assault, DUI, etc.

13 years

5%
Estate Planning 5%

Testamentary documents to include wills, powers of attorney, advanced health care directives and any other documents you may need depending upon your situation.

13 years

5%
Probate 5%

13 years

5%
Real Estate 5%

Purchase and sale agreements, deeds, easements, rights of way, and contract enforcement.

13 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Alaska for 11 years

State: Alaska

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Franich Law Office LLC

104 Kutter Rd, Fairbanks, AK, 99701

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Heather Marie Brown's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable and Hard Working

Heather represented us on a DUI. She thoroughly reviewed the case information, kept us in the loop on what was occurring and worked hard to get the best outcome under the circumstances. Heather answered all of our questions and provided us with realistic and practical information to assist us in th...is process. She was extremely pleasant, helpful and had a wealth of knowledge in helping us navigate the unfortunate situation that we were in. I highly recommend her to anyone in the Fairbanks area looking for legal assistance.

Posted by anonymous | April 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nothing But Regret

I had what was a slam dunk situation (described by Ms Brown and another respected lawyer) in my favor and the way Ms. Brown wrote up the paperwork, it not only got denied by the court. It was filled out wrong and I had to go and scratch out parts of her work and rewrite parts of it. Once my situatio...n was denied, I tried calling Ms Brown and I couldn't even get a return call from her. I hope local residents avoid this attorney. So many better options out there and you deserve so much better treatment from an attorney.

Heather Brown

Replied last April 4, 2018

I appreciate your feedback, and I am sorry that you have had a less than desirable experience with either myself and/or my firm. Unfortunately, no matter is ever a "slam dunk situation," thus this matter does not sound familiar to me. I strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case, and if I can offer any further assistance or clarification for you, please don't hesitate to contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns.

Posted by anonymous | March 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best In Fairbanks

Heather was a true pleasure to work with, in my trying time. She helped me along the way explaining every step and walking me through every situation. By far the best in town. All tough I hope I never need a lawyer again. If I do, there is no question who I will be calling.

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2016 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

very pleased

She is awesome ! She is strong and confident. She give you her honest opinion and options. She is the best lawyer I have met in town.

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

2021

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2018

Volunteer Attorney of the Month, April, Alaska Network on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault

2016

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Pro Bono Award for Excellence - Firm, Franich Law Ofc. LLC, Alaska Bar Association

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Member Attorney, Franich Law Office, LLC

2014 - 2023

Associate, Franich Law Office, LLC

2011 - 2014

Legal Intern, Franich Law Office, LLC

Associations

2016 - Present

National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2014 - Present

American Bar Association

2014 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2014 - Present

Alaska Network on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault

Volunteer

Education

2013

Faulkner University

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Gonzaga University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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