Law Office of Loren R. Waxler - Everett, WA

Steadfast Family Law, Guardianship, and Probate Counsel in Everett, Washington

Facing family restructuring or safeguarding a vulnerable family member requires an experienced attorney who balances practical legal acumen with personal compassion. Located across from the Snohomish County Superior Court on Wetmore Avenue, the Law Office of Loren R. Waxler has proudly served Everett and North Puget Sound communities since 1986. Attorney Loren R. Waxler brings nearly four decades of legal experience as a seasoned family litigator, city defense attorney, and court-appointed Guardian ad Litem. Whether you need a lawyer to guide you through a contested divorce or consult an attorney regarding legal guardianship and probate, Loren Waxler delivers clear, straightforward counsel focused on your long-term well-being.

Practical Divorce and Family Law Representation

Divorce proceedings can be emotionally overwhelming, but having knowledgeable representation helps clarify your options and protect your financial standing. Attorney Loren Waxler guides individuals through every phase of marital dissolution in Washington state courts:

• Contested and uncontested divorce: Managing filing procedures, temporary support hearings, and comprehensive marital asset and liability division.
• Community property division: Evaluating marital homes, retirement savings, personal property, and marital debts under Washington equitable distribution statutes.
• Spousal maintenance: Addressing financial support requirements to ensure spouses transition into independent post-divorce living with economic stability.
• Limited scope legal services: Providing unbundled legal representation, document drafting, and coaching for clients managing pro se proceedings.

Child Custody, Parenting Plans, and Parentage Actions

Protecting parent-child relationships and establishing stable home environments are vital considerations during family disputes. Drawing on his extensive background as a Guardian ad Litem in parentage cases, Loren Waxler offers unique insight into judicial expectations and children best interests:

• Parenting plans: Negotiating and drafting comprehensive residential schedules, decision-making protocols, and dispute resolution clauses.
• Child support determinations: Calculating support under Washington state support schedules, including healthcare expenses and educational contributions.
• Paternity and parentage: Establishing legal fatherhood, validating genetic testing, and enforcing parental visitation and custody rights.
• Adoptions: Assisting stepparents and relative caregivers in formalizing legal family ties through Washington adoption proceedings.

Guardianship, Wills, and Washington Probate

When an elder develops cognitive decline or a child lacks parental care, legal guardianship provides essential protection. Loren Waxler assists families through Washington Uniform Guardianship Act proceedings, establishing protective adult guardianships, conservatorships, and minor guardianships. Additionally, the practice prepares last wills and testaments, durable powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, while guiding executors through the probate administration process.

Schedule an Initial Case Consultation in Everett

Protecting your family, assets, and vulnerable loved ones starts with informed legal advice. When you need to find a lawyer who combines decades of trusted Snohomish County experience with dedicated, one-on-one attention, contact the Law Office of Loren R. Waxler. Call or message the Wetmore Avenue office today to schedule your confidential case evaluation.