Our Team

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I founded my law firm in 2010 to provide clients with compassionate, strategic, and results-driven legal support. While my primary focus has been on family law, my background of over two decades of practice spans a wide range of legal disciplines. This breadth of experience allows me to approach each family law case with a well-rounded perspective and creative problem-solving strategies.

I am committed to innovation and efficiency, always seeking new ways to streamline processes and deliver better outcomes for my clients. One of the most important philosophies I’ve adopted is to keep cases moving forward as quickly as possible. While there are times when a more measured pace is strategically beneficial, my default approach is to avoid unnecessary delays and help clients reach resolutions sooner.

I believe in treating every client with the same care and respect I would offer to family or friends—and in many cases, those relationships evolve into genuine friendships.

Above all, I guarantee that I will fight hard for you. I am deeply committed to doing everything in my power to help you achieve your goals.

Charlie

I am a legal operations and management professional with a background spanning executive leadership, human resources, social media management, and paralegal work. In my role at the Law Office of Charlie Shane, I oversee operational strategy, workflow development, and firmwide performance.

My experience working directly as a paralegal and alongside attorneys has given me a clear understanding of how strong systems, structured processes, and effective communication directly influence client outcomes. This perspective guides my approach to building scalable operational frameworks, strengthening team alignment, and ensuring the firm delivers consistent, high‑quality service.

I am committed to creating an organized, accountable, and supportive work environment where employees can excel and clients receive the clarity, responsiveness, and care they deserve. My focus is on aligning people, processes, and technology to enhance productivity, elevate the client experience, and support long‑term organizational growth.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading, learning, Pilates, and spending time with my dog, Ted.

 I am a paralegal with experience supporting matters involving wrongful death, aviation, consumer protection, crime victims’ advocacy, and premises liability. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Global Development from Pacific Lutheran University and my Paralegal Certificate from the University of Washington.

Before entering the legal field, I spent many years living in China, where developed the first nonprofit girls’ lacrosse program as part of the international effort to grow the sport. I play internationally on a mixed team with players that signed the sport with the IOC into the 2028 Olympics. That global experience informs my collaborative and client‑focused approach to legal work.

I am passionate about using the law to help individuals resolve complex issues and contribute to a more just and equitable community. Outside of work, I enjoy Seattle sports like the Storm and the Seahawks and spending time with my husband, Derek, and our dog, Stanley.

I combine more than two decades of legal experience with a warm, client‑centered approach. My background spans family law, criminal defense, personal injury, healthcare liability, and estate planning.

I am known for helping clients feel comfortable and supported during challenging times. Outside the office, my husband, Chris, and I are raising five daughters and one son, along with our cat, Meowlexander Hamilton. I am also actively involved with SafeKids, the SPCA, and the Empty Stocking Fund, and I enjoy spending weekends on the lake with my family.