Recognizing Excellence in 2026 We are proud to celebrate our attorneys who have earned recognition in the 2026 Washington Super Lawyers and Rising Stars selections! These honors reflect the dedication, skill, and client-focused advocacy that…
Skellenger Bender is excited to announce two talented attorneys have joined our Family Law Practice Group! Please join us in congratulating our new Senior Associate Attorney, Erin Blower, who brings a wealth of experience and…
The firm received Tier 1 rankings in Family Law and Criminal Defense: White-Collar in Seattle in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms®- America. We also celebrate ten lawyers recognized in the 2026 edition of…
Skellenger Bender celebrates ten lawyers recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® and four lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 editions. For the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, more than 26…
We’re pleased to share that 12 of our attorneys have been selected for the 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists. This recognition reflects not only individual excellence, but also our team’s shared dedication to…
At Skellenger Bender, we recognize that families come in many forms – and so do the legal challenges they face and the potential paths to resolution. That’s why we’re proud to announce the launch of…
Skellenger Bender is proud to announce the Rita L. Bender Justice & Equity Summer Clerkship. This clerkship celebrates our retired law partner’s lifelong dedication to justice, equity, and the rule of law, which continues to…
We are thrilled to share Principal Charles E. Newton’s appointment as President, stepping into a role previously held by Principal Caleb O. Bonm, whose remarkable leadership set a high standard for excellence. We are equally…
We are pleased to announce that Sarah Thorpe has joined the Firm as an Associate in our Family Law Practice Group. Sarah skillfully represents clients in a broad array of family law matters including those…
Skellenger Bender welcomes Arianna Nord as an Associate in our Family Law Practice Group. Arianna focuses her practice on helping clients navigate a wide-range of family law matters involving divorce, non-marital relationships, complex financial issues…