Atty. Deborah L. Gordon
With over 20 years of experience in family law, Deborah Gordon is known for her sharp courtroom presence, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to her clients. She has built her reputation as a tenacious advocate who fights fiercely when the situation demands it, yet approaches every case with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset.
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Deborah L. Gordon is a Shareholder based in Auburn, Washington, practicing at Van Siclen Stocks & Firkins. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Washington (2005). Educated at University of Idaho School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Western Washington University (B.A. Psychology, 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Washington State Bar Association King County Bar Association Tacoma-Pierce County Bar Association. Serands clients in Auburn, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- With over 20 years of experience in family law, Deborah Gordon is known for her sharp courtroom presence, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to her clients
- She has built her reputation as a tenacious advocate who fights fiercely when the situation demands it, yet approaches every case with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset
- Whether navigating high-conflict litigation or guiding clients through collaborative resolutions, Deborah tailors her approach to achieve the best possible outcomes for families in transition
- A mother of three, she understands firsthand the emotional and financial impact family law matters can have
- This perspective fuels her compassionate yet firm approach to protecting her clients’ interests—especially when it comes to children, parenting, and securing long-term stability
- When she’s not in the courtroom, Deborah enjoys spending time with her family, snowboarding, volunteering in her community, and mentoring younger attorneys entering the family law field
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Deborah L. Gordon is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Washington →
Deborah L. Gordon is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Washington →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Deborah L. Gordon is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Washington →
Deborah L. Gordon is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Washington →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Deborah L. Gordon is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Washington
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Auburn are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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