Practice Emphasis

Dispute Resolution—Mediation

Collaborative Law

Loretta Story focuses her practice in the area of Family Law with an emphasis on collaborative law and mediation. Loretta’s practice includes divorce, separation, custody and support issues and domestic violence. She brings over 17 years of legal experience to her practice. Loretta believes that through the use of the collaborative process, family law matters can be resolved in a respectful manner without the threat of litigation. She welcomes the opportunity to serve parties as either a collaborative attorney or a mediator.

Loretta is “AV” rated by Martindale-Hubbell. An AV rating is the highest level of professional excellence and ethical behavior awarded by Martindale-Hubbell. The main criteria include knowledge of the law, good judgment, analytical and communication skills and experience.

Education

• JD: Washington State Bar Association, 1994
• B.S. Portland State University, 1973
• Cert. SW, Portland State University, 1973

Bar/Court Admissions

• Washington State Bar 1994
• U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, 1995

Professional and Civic Involvement

• Washington State Bar Association (Professional Committee 2004; Fee Mediaiton Panel, 2003-2008)

• King County Bar Association (Board of Trustees 2005-2008; co-founder & chair Collaborative Law Section 2007)

• East King County Bar Association (Board of Trustees 1997-2002)

• King County Collaborative Law (Board of Trustees 2009-2012)

• Eastside Legal Assistance Program (Board of Trustees 1999-2011)

• International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) member
• Eastside Collaborative Family Law (founding member and co-chair 2006)

• Tam-O’Shanter HOA (Board of Directors 1998-2001, 2006-2009)

Awa\rds and Accomplishments

• Washington State Bar Association "Local Hero Award" in 2011
• Selected as one of "2010 Top Lawyers" in Seattle Met Magazine
• Eastside Legal Assistance Program "Volunteer of the Year" for 2009