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J. Mark Weiss
Seattle Collaborative Divorce Lawyer and Mediator
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Mark's entire focus is to help divorcing and separating clients reach agreements. Instead of trying to create a “winner” and loser, Mark works in the highly effective mediation and Collaborative divorce processes, so clients can create reality-based agreements that are consistent with their needs, values, and goals, without engaging in the dynamics of the adversarial court system. Mark is particularly experienced and skilled in cases involving businesses and complex property issues, including professional practices, and complex parenting (custody/visitation) matters. He is also certified as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst(R).
Education
- Lewis & Clark Law School
- J.D.
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- University of Washington School of Law
- B.A. | Political Science, History, Near East Languages & Literature
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Professional Experience
- Attorney at Law
- Law Office of J. Mark Weiss, P.S.
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- Initially, Mark practiced with Ferguson & Burdell doing construction, real estate, and general litigation, and business transactional work. After several years, Mark formed his own firm, having worked either in partnerships or as a sole practitioner over the years, focusing on business, real estate, and family law.
- Attorney
- Ferguson & Burdell
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Certifications
- Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
- Institute for Divorce Financial Analysts
Awards
- Ken Weber Attorney of the Year
- Washington State Bar Association Family Law Section
- Super Lawyer
- Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyer every year since 2007
Professional Associations
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- Fellow
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- International Academy of Collaborative Practitioners
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Washington
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Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Arbitration & Mediation
- Business Arbitration, Consumer Arbitration, Family Arbitration
Additional Practice Areas
- Collaborative Law
- Prenuptial Agreements
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
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