Laura A. Carlsen

I have dedicated my entire professional career to representing clients needing help with family law issues. It is this experience that I will put to work on your behalf. I consider my advocacy style to be compassionate, honest and assertive. I have successfully tried numerous cases and settled hundreds more with equal or greater success. I am a litigator. This means I can see an issue, seek to resolve it amicably but if that is not realistic, I have the skills necessary to advance your issues...

Founder and owner of Bliss Law Group, Heather Z. Bliss, was drawn to family law largely because of the unexpected tragic loss of both her parents at a young age. She and her brothers experienced a unique childhood after their parents’ deaths, and this incited her passion for helping families navigate through the legal system and the potential turmoil they face when dealing with court and the legal world when it directly impacts children and families. Her hope is to assist in alleviating...

Christopher T. Wion is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Christopher T. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher T. Wion since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Christopher T. Wion is held by other lawyers.

Scott Henderson is a business attorney whose clients include dentists, veterinarians and other health care professionals. He provides advice in such areas as practice transitions, partnerships, real estate and employment matters. Mr. Henderson’s representation includes the drafting of purchase and sale agreements, employment agreements, options to purchase, leases and similar documents. He also organizes professional practices into partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies...

James Sanders is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. James practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized James Sanders since 2015. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James Sanders is held by other lawyers.

Jason P. Amala has dedicated his law practice to representing people and businesses who have been victimized by others. The majority of his work is on behalf of survivors of childhood sexual abuse, but he continues to help people who have been severely injured and need an attorney and law firm who can navigate the most complex of cases and the most difficult of defense attorneys and insurance companies. Jason began helping survivors of childhood sexual abuse after the clergy sexual abuse scan...

Al Smith, a partner in the firm's Business practice, has more than 25 years of experience in the areas of commercial and finance transactions, bankruptcy, insolvency, and reorganization. He works with numerous companies, including, The Boeing Company, Weinstein Beverage Company, and various private equity funds, on financing and transactional matters. He has represented, among others, London Fog Group, Troutman's Emporium, Vanalco, Vann's, Jore Corporation, and Pederson's Fryer Farms as Chapt...

Ambika Kumar is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Media Law. Ambika practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Ambika Kumar since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Ambika Kumar is held by other lawyers.

Professional Experience As managing partner of Helsell Fetterman since 2001, Scott Collins understands the operational aspects of business and how legal issues must be addressed within greater business considerations. Utilizing that perspective, he provides clients with cost-effective legal counsel achieving practical results that serve their business goals. Scott began his career representing lenders and vendors in the fishing and boating industries of the Pacific Northwest. These were tumul...

Benjamin J. Byer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent. Benjamin J. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Benjamin J. Byer since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Benjamin J. Byer is held by other lawyers.