Alan Funk

PARTNER

“Divorce is one of life’s most challenging crossroads . Let’s work together to overcome obstacles, and achieve success on this journey.”

Introduction

Alan says, “Family law sounds tough, but I love my work. I get to help people in need and get paid for my efforts. I play by the rules and try to treat opposing party and the opposing attorney with respect and courtesy. I encourage my clients to look at the broader picture and compromise when appropriate. On the other hand, when we are strong, we are more likely to win without a fight. When lawyers fight, lawyers win. I want my clients to win." But perhaps even more important than “winning,” he recognizes the impact his litigation strategy will have on the children. In most custody battles, strength is achieved by taking the high road. Because when it comes to parenting disputes, you can't “win” children. “Divorces and Separations are painful enough when everyone behaves. When a party lashes out, our court system can help the parties with a forum in which to fight, but we can help people fight smart.” he says. It is easy to sling mud, call names, and blame the other side. However, nearly all parents will eventually see they have shared goals for their children. More thought and energy is required to fight smart, disarm the other side, and ultimately convince the other side to support their mutual goals. For Alan, success is not about winning or losing. "For me, when a client walks into my office with problems and walks out with solutions, we’ve all succeeded.”

Bar Admissions

  • Washington State Bar Association, 1996

  • California State Bar Association, 1993

Education

  • Willamette University, College of Law, Juris Doctor, 1993

  • University of Washington, Bachelor of Arts, 1989

Community & Professional Associations

  • Member, California Bar Association, 1993 – present

  • Member, Washington State Bar Association, 1996 – present

  • Member, American Bar Association, 1997

  • Member, King County Bar Association, 1996 – present

  • Washington State Trial Lawyers Association (WSTLA), 1996 – 2006

  • Member, King County Bar Association Courts and Judiciary Committee, 2010 – 2013

  • Member of Personal Injury Pattern Interrogatories Subcommittee of the King County Bar Association Judiciary and Courts Committee, 2006

  • Member of Family Law Pattern Interrogatories Subcommittee of the King County Bar Association Judiciary and Courts Committee, 2007

  • Member of King County Bar Association Ad Hoc Family Law Local Rules Committee, 2007

  • Member of Superior Court Children and Family Facilities Master Plan Working Group, 2007

  • King County Local Rules Review Committee, 2007

  • Secretary of King County Bar Association Family Law Section, 2007

  • Vice-Chair of King County Bar Association Family Law Section, 2008

  • Chairman of King County Bar Association Family Law Section, 2009

  • Member of King County Bar Association Board of Trustees, 2014

  • Secretary of King County Bar Association Board of Trustees Executive Committee, 2014

  • Member King County Bar Association Judicial Screening Committee – Municipal, District Court, Superior Court, 2013 – 2014

Awards & Recognitions

  • King County Title 26 GAL training, 2003

  • Certified on King County Title 26 Guardian Ad Litem Registry, 2004 – 2007

  • Eastside Legal Clinic volunteer attorney, 1996 – 1999

  • Volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) – Title 26

  • Arbitrator on King County Mandatory Arbitration panel

  • King County Superior Court Settlement Conference Master

  • Instructor: King County “How to Finish Your Divorce” class

  • Chairman of King County Bar Association Family Law Section, 2009 – 2010

  • Vice-Chair of King County Bar Association Family Law Section, 2008 – 2009

  • Secretary of King County Bar Association Family Law Section, 2007 – 2008

  • Chairman of Washington State Trial Lawyers Family Law Section, 2002 – 2003

Speaking Engagements

  • “Working with Pro Se Litigants as Opposing Party.” November 30, 2006

  • “Evaluating the Evaluator; Preparation for and Deposition of the Parenting Evaluator.” October 5, 2007

  • “Advanced Family Law Practice for Paralegals; Drafting Child Support Orders and Worksheets.” August 14, 2008

  • “Financial Settlement Strategies for Your Divorce Clients; Getting a Divorce Case Off to the Right Foot.” December 11, 2008

  • “Legal Strategies for Coping with Parents Who Alienate.” 2010

  • “Parenting Disputes from A to Z: In the Best Interests of the Child. Ethical Considerations.” March 3, 2010

  • “Effective Use of Parenting Evaluations in Divorce.” 2011

  • “Discovery of Electronic Records, How to Discover, Produce and Review Electronic Data; and Tools and Tips for Dealing with New Technologies.” 2009

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