Marlin Family Lawyers

In my practice, I prioritize collaboration, where clients work together with a professional support team, outside of the courtroom, to create customized agreements that work for all parties. When negotiation isn’t enough, I’m prepared to take a more aggressive stance in litigation to advocate for your rights and best interests. And for those seeking a more streamlined, self-directed approach, I offer mediation services, guiding you through the process, with minimal attorney involvement if that is your preference, while still ensuring legal safeguards are in place. My philosophy is rooted in civility, communication, compassion, and respect. Divorce and family law matters...

I help clients navigate some of life’s most difficult transitions with compassion, strategy, and unwavering advocacy. Early in my career, family law confirmed my calling as an attorney—allowing me to guide people through complex challenges and fiercely protect their interests in and out of the courtroom. Ive spent my entire childhood growing up in cities as far south as Olympia and as north of Moutlake Terrace - which has allowed me to really connect with the community and my clients. I later served as Managing Attorney of a personal injury firm, where I led a new Washington office for a multi-state...

Theresa Lorella is a skilled family law attorney and mediator dedicated to helping clients navigate divorce, child custody, parenting plan modifications, and property division with compassion and clarity. She became an attorney to help people find their voices during life-changing and often emotional transitions, prioritizing her clients’ need to be heard, understood, and supported. Theresa listens deeply to each client’s perspective, concerns, and goals, using that insight to craft effective, tailored strategies. While she is a strong advocate in litigation, she is specially trained in collaborative law and serves as a neutral mediator in settlement conferences—giving her unique tools to minimize...

My practice is devoted exclusively to family law. I know how emotional litigation and negotiations can be. I'll help you make good choices especially when the process is taxing.

I stay current in family law and precedents. So I'll make you aware of every legal advantage open to you in plain terms.

I'm a resourceful attorney. I consider all available legal avenues, including mediation and arbitration. So you get a fair ruling at the lowest cost.

Call me for a phone consultation now, free of charge, to put your mind at ease, and find out how to get the fair treatment you deserve.

As the founder and driving force behind Northwest Family Law, Monica Chin has established one of the region’s most rapidly growing family law firms, known not just for legal excellence but for its unwavering compassion during life’s most challenging transitions. With a career devoted entirely to family law, Monica brings unmatched depth in both litigation and negotiation—skills honed over years of high-stakes courtroom advocacy and sensitive, results-driven settlements. At the heart of Monica’s practice is a singular mission: “Turning the pain of divorce into hope for a brighter future.”This motto is more than a slogan—it’s a philosophy that guides every client...

I am a native of Seattle. I practice exclusively in family law in King and Pierce counties. In addition to being a practicing attorney, I also sit as a Commissioner Pro Tem (temporary commissioner) in King County. In Pierce County, I also sat as a Commissioner Pro Tem from 2015 to 2016. I limit the number of cases that I will take at any one time. The quality of my work and achieving an efficacious outcome for my clients are my primary focus.

I am experienced in interstate and international child custody cases. I focus...

Riley’s strong desire for justice and fairness led her to the practice of law, where she strives to ensure her clients receive compassionate and meaningful representation. Prior to joining Bliss Law Group, Riley represented youth and young adults at a Pierce County non-profit civil law firm. Growing up in a military family, she moved around to various locations, including North Carolina and Germany, until her family landed in Washington. She earned her B.B.A. from Pacific Lutheran University before attending Seattle University School of Law, graduating cum laude in 2019. During her time in law school, she earned the Outstanding Recognition Award...