A Collaborative Divorce And Mediation Firm Guiding You On The Path To A Peaceful Resolution
Empowering People To Resolve Conflict Instead Of Promoting It
Our family law practice at Akiona Law, PLLC, is dedicated to helping people resolve divorce and family law matters amicably throughout Everett and greater Seattle area. Our attorney approaches every case with experience, skill and compassion. She can help you get through your family law concerns without resorting to traditional litigation or a trial by using mediation or collaborative divorce. Simply stated, these are methods that allow you to resolve conflict instead of promoting it. Whether you are going through a divorce or trying to resolve a related matter, our lawyer will show you how you can reach an agreement without litigation. Above all, she and our staff will treat you with the respect and honesty that you deserve.
Mediating Conflict. Embracing Peace.
We serve Snohomish County and the greater Seattle area.
We serve Snohomish County and the greater Seattle area.
Seattle Times ‘Best In The PNW’
The Seattle Times has recognized our firm as one of the best family law firms in Seattle in the 2024 ‘Best In The PNW’ People’s Choice Awards. We like to think it was because our firm dedicates itself to helping people resolve divorce and family law matters amicably throughout Everett and the greater Seattle area. Our legal team approaches every case with experience, skill and compassion. As we say, there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ family law solution, so our attorneys tailor the solution to the family law issue, whether collaborative divorce, uncontested divorce, mediating a family dispute or contested divorce.
We strive to ease the wide range of concerns by taking a systematic yet sensitive four-step approach:
We offer an initial case assessment with practical and genuine guidance.
We look deeper to identify and understand our client’s needs and goals.
We take this information and offer personalized solutions.
We do our work with integrity and provide an honest assessment and plan.
Why Hire Akiona Law, PLLC
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We take a team approach to every divorce, and we work with all participating parties to craft and work toward viable solutions.
Ululani “Lani” Akiona is certified as a mediator and trained in collaborative divorce as well.
We provide clients with the tools they require to make important decisions themselves and the information they need to move forward with confidence.
Interview with Shark Tank‘s Kevin Harrington and our founding attorney, Lani Akiona.
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How The Collaborative Divorce And Mediation Process Works
Step 1: The Beginning
Whether you opt for a collaborative divorce or divorce mediation, the first step is hiring an attorney. It is important to remember that you and your spouse must find your own lawyers to represent you. Your attorney will listen to the particulars of your case, help you understand how both collaborative divorce and mediation work and assist you in determining which one makes sense in your situation.
Step 2: Make A Plan
Once you decide whether you want to pursue a collaborative divorce or divorce mediation, our lawyer can help you take the appropriate steps for beginning the process. She can also assist you with bringing in other divorce professionals – such as child specialists or financial analysts – as needed.
Step 3: Enter Negotiations
No matter which option you choose, you will move through the negotiation process, during which you will work out important issues – such as child custody, child support, property division and spousal support – collaboratively and with civility. If a settlement cannot be reached through negotiation, then you may choose to pursue litigation at that point.
Step 4: The End
The only time you have to go to court during a collaborative divorce or divorce mediation is to finalize proceedings. Once a settlement is reached and all documents are drafted, signed and approved, you can concentrate on building the post-divorce future you deserve.
There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ family law solution.
Let our attorney create a unique case plan tailored to your individual circumstances.
Let our attorney create a unique case plan tailored to your individual circumstances.
What Are The Benefits Of Collaborative Divorce And Mediation?
Staying in control:
You and your spouse – not the judge – will get to call the shots during your divorce..
Reducing conflict:
With the guidance of professionals, you and your spouse will work together toward mutually agreeable solutions rather than fighting over important decisions.
Making things easier for loved ones:
If you and your spouse have children, collaborating and cooperating can make it easier for them to adjust to life after divorce (and it sets a good example for them, too).
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