team-member

Caleb Oken-Berg

Seattle, WA

Licensed for 11 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English Spanish French

About

Caleb Oken-Berg Bonm is Principal attorney at Skellenger Bender, P.S., where he is also serves as the firm's President and Managing Partner. Caleb’s practice focuses exclusively on family law, including divorce/dissolution, domestic partnership issues, complex asset divisions, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, parenting plan and child support modifications, child custody, parentage actions, and LGBTQ-specific legal issues. Caleb also assists families with adoption and assisted reproductive technology (ART) legal matters such as donor agreements and surrogacy agreements. Caleb regularly represents clients in the unique and complex area of international family law, including international child custody issues, divorce with international financial issues, and international jurisdictional matters in the context of family law. Caleb handles international child abduction cases in both state and federal court, including matters involving the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction. He also serves as a resource and mentor for attorneys in the area of international child custody issues.In addition to his representation of family law clients, Caleb serves as a neutral by assisting parties in resolving family law disputes as a mediator and arbitrator. He also serves as a Family Court Commissioner pro tempore in King County Superior Court.Caleb is admitted to practice in the federal and state courts of Washington, and United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. In 2015, Caleb founded a pro bono family law legal clinic for patients and community members associated with the Sea Mar Community Health Center in the South Park neighborhood of Seattle.Caleb is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, American Bar Association, King County Bar Association, and the William L. Dwyer Inn of Court in Seattle. He is also past President of Q-Law (LGBT Bar Association of Washington) and is a member of the National LGBT Bar Association’s Family Law Institute. Caleb is the author of the “Same-Sex Dissolution Issues” chapter of the LexisNexis Washington Family Law Practice Guide. In 2016, Caleb was recognized as one of the 40 Best LGBT Lawyers under 40 in the U.S. by the National LGBT Bar Association, and he has been named a Washington Super Lawyers "Rising Star" every year since 2017. 

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English Spanish French

Contact

Skellenger Bender, PSRainier Tower, 1301 Fifth AvenueSuite 3401Seattle, WA, 98101

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!

Kerstin
October 24, 2016

I hired Caleb as my back up for amicable mediation. When this plan failed, Caleb stepped in as my full time lawyer. In the 2 year 9 month long divorce process, I was unbelievable impressed with Caleb (and Susan, his para-legal!). There was no detail overlooked. He was totally dedicated to representing my needs and more importantly, what was best for my three kids. He is a fierce negotiator which resulted in avoiding court and ended up with a fair and reasonable settlement. I HIGHLY recommend Caleb.

Happy Mother
January 11, 2013

Caleb was my attorney in my divorce and custody case. He is very skillful, knowledgeable and compassionate. Caleb kept me informed about the progress of the case, updated me with news from opposing counsel, and always explained everything I did not understand at first. Caleb fought for me and my son and got more than I imagined going into this. He represented me in trial and built a solid case to present to the judge. Caleb always went above and beyond in all areas with my best interest in mind. He remembers every word I said to him, every detail and date. He honestly cares about his clients and thoroughly loves his profession. He is a great lawyer and he exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him!