team-member

Cheryl Van

Tacoma, WA

Licensed for 7 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

“One person with passion is better than forty people merely interested.”— E. M. Forster Attorney Cheryl Van Ackeren is passionate about protecting the rights of service members and ensuring that veterans get the benefits they deserve.Long before graduating from Seattle University’s School of Law, Cheryl knew she wanted to be a lawyer. Cheryl enlisted in the Army at 18 to achieve her goal and hoped to take advantage of the “green to gold” program to become an officer, and eventually, a Judge Advocate General. Cheryl’s military career began in the signal corps with the 1st Calvary Division, Fort Hood, Tx. Her enlistment included a 15 month deployment to Iraq during the early days of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Unfortunately, Cheryl’s career in the service ended after almost four years of service, when she became injured. Due to a medical discharge, she would not be able to be a JAG officer and serve the Army as a lawyer. Cheryl didn’t miss a beat. After returning to civilian life, she promptly enrolled in school, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology before attending Seattle University’s School of Law.In law school, Cheryl knew she wanted to be an advocate for veterans and work as a defense attorney early on. From May 2010, after her first year of law school, Cheryl worked as a legal intern with Charlie Swift at Swift & McDonald, PS, a firm that focused on military law and family law for service members. As a legal intern, Cheryl handled Board of Correction cases,court-martial cases, administrative separations, Appeals to nonjudicial punishments and Letters of Reprimand, as well assecurity clearances cases, and assisted with Family law Divorce and Child Custody cases for almost three years. Cheryl further expanded her knowledge by working with the Northwest Justice Project, Veterans Division, where she provided legal aid to homeless veterans and veterans on the verge of homelessness. Cheryl’s determination and strong work ethic allowed her to work at Swift & McDonald, PS and the Northwest Justice Project while attending school. After Cheryl’s externship with the Northwest Justice Project ended, she continued on solely as a legal intern at Swift & McDonald, PS, eventually becoming an associate after she graduated from Seattle University School of Law in May 2013. Cheryl’s passion for legal matters that affect service members and veterans is not her only passion. She is also has a labor of love about snowboarding, dancing, and spending time with her husband and son. She is an avid camper, who loves a good hike through nature or a long road trip to new locations. Cheryl’s passion and sense of adventure serves her well both in and out of the office.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Military Law

Language

English

Contact

Van Ackeren, P.S.705 S 9th StSuite 105Tacoma, WA, 98405

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!

Aaron
May 1, 2020

I can't really say enough good things about Cheryl. Getting divorced normally is hard enough; but getting divorced while in the military, and living on the other side of the world from your estranged spouse, who is hotly contesting nearly every issue of the litigation is a just a nightmare! While 2019/2020 was one of the most stressful 16 months of my life, Cheryl really went to bat for me. From the initial consult, to the consistent email updates, to the almost on-call phone conversation availability (17 hour time difference notwithstanding), she really brought me a sense of clarity and reason during the otherwise uncertain process. When all attempts to mediate failed and divorce court was imminent, I flew over to WA where we finally got to meet in person. Cheryl walked me through every potential aspect of the trial beforehand; what to expect, potential curveballs, and our winning strategy. Being the one standing the most to lose in the proceedings, I found this very reassuring. Three days of court later, and we emerged victorious! I left the States again a free man (just days before the airports locked down), and returned home ready to start the next chapter. I 100% could not have done it without you Cheryl, and for that, THANK YOU. Also, thank you to Janelle (Legal Assistant), who answered so many questions for me when Cheryl was working with other clients. Also, thanks again for hiding me in the back office after the ruling when papers were getting delivered! :) Would 5/5 recommend for anyone (especially military) who needs fantastic legal representation. Thank you both again!

Tracy
March 20, 2019

Cheryl is literally the best lawyer I’ve ever had the honor of hiring for my divorce and parenting plan case! She really fought for me and my children and really got the job done quickly! HIGHLY recommended!

WashingtonGirl
November 10, 2017

Cheryl and her team were very helpful and knowledgeable on short notice! She offered sound advice and was gracious with her time. Much Thanks!

Richard
November 9, 2017

The Van Ackeren team did amazing job with my divorce, it could have turned really bad, she made it look easy. Thank you Cheryl and your team

Jerry
November 3, 2017

Cheryl and her team do amazing work. The team truly cares about the client and the outcome of the case. When you invest in this law firm, they invest in you. The most enlightening thing about this firm is their straight-forward approach to the situation. They will give sound legal advice, while teaching you why at the same time. Thank you for all you have done for my family and I!!

Shanny Dawn Norton
August 29, 2017

Cheryl and her entire team were absolute God-sends! They are all fast, efficient, and care very much about their client's needs! Thank, y'all, so very much! A year since the trial, and I never realized that life could be this stress free! Thank you again! <3

anonymous
December 23, 2015

I don't know how to express my eternal gratitude and admiration for Cheryl and her team. Cheryl's is an amazing lawyer, her experience, knowledge, energy, organization and efficiency are just a few details that I can say about her. Throughout the complete process, she showed professionalism presenting my case at court in the most logic way connecting all the facts. Today I can spend time with my son and I can talk with him almost every day. I am honored that she represented me and hope that more people have this experience with her. She is simply the very best because she brings honor, respect, and focus to her clients

anonymous
April 15, 2015

Thank you for your able representation today. I was very impressed with your command of the case law that you were citing and you lucidity in expressing our position to the court. You were a hero. The other attorney did not come across well and certainly did not come across as well informed. She was a zero. You came locked and loaded, she wandered in like Private Snuffy asking "anybody seen my other boot?" Good job!