I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.

I met with several attorneys before meeting with Ted Billbe. About 15 minutes into our conversation, I knew I wanted to retain him. I could tell that he had more knowledge and passion than the others I had spoken with about my situation. My divorce was very unusual and presented several challenges. All along, Ted was direct and honest with me about potential outcomes, and what we would have to do to get there. It was an emotionally damaging time for me, and my ex turned my adult children against me. Ted was very kind and helped me maneuver through a devastating time. He helped me stay focused and he listened to and respected my preferences. His combination of direct honesty and compassion was perfect for me and kept me on track and strong. I would not have the life I have now nor have the positive future ahead of me if it were not for Ted‘s legal mind and expertise, his financial savvy and brilliant negotiation skills. He knows the intricacies of the Seattle area family law courts. These are all things you need in an attorney. Ted went above and beyond in all aspects of handling my case. He was prompt in all matters, kept me informed and explained everything as we went along. He was conscious of time spent, and helped me gain attorney fees from my ex, which I didn’t think possible and which I truly appreciated. The staff was always kind, pleasant and professional. They all made a very difficult process as smooth and easy as possible. Ted and his firm have my highest recommendation.

Ted provided divorce services over a period of a year. We were bombarded continuously with lawyer letters from my spouse. I was vulnerable, and in need of protection, and not in the right head space to think appropriately. Ted never lost focus, had a strategy for all outcomes, was always one step ahead of the situation, and handled every step of the divorce with professionalism. I was recommended Ted by a lawyer friend from California, and would recommend Ted to anyone in need of divorce services.

The 1 star review was posted by my exwife's mother in law. She did not understand that my ex and I wanted to save travel time and expense so we had Ted file in king county. Neither her or I wanted a change of venue or to have a bad review for Mr. Billbie. We are now divorced, and are both happy with the terms of our divorce. Mr Billbie explained and handled everything in a fair and understandable manner. He explained how it wpild all go, explained some possible alternative outcomes and for every problem he provided a solution. Everything went as smooth as it could have. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an attorney.

Divorce is difficult, no matter the circumstances. And as much as we may hope to sever all ties with our ex-spouse, chances are there will always be some ties after the divorce. So keeping the divorce simple, fair, and cordial has long-term benefits. During a very difficult time in my life, Ted was effective helping me move through key decisional items. He was very good at answering questions, setting priorities, and preparing and turning documents. I was super impressed with Ted's responsiveness, as well as that of his team. There were a few times when thorny topics arose with my ex-spouse, and Ted responded to my inquiries immediately (once in the late evening and on a weekend). Ted was recommended by some lawyers that I highly respect. I had interviewed some other top divorce attorneys in Seattle, and I was reassured when I met with him. He didn't try to torque me up, nor make me feel overly belligerent toward my spouse like some other attorneys did. I wanted to try to work collegially through the divorce, in order to put it behind me as quickly as possible and emerge with as few battle wounds as possible. But I also wanted an attorney that could get tough on my behalf if the negotiations turned sour. And lastly, I was looking for someone highly experienced. Ted struck a good balance of looking out for my interests, while working well with the opposition. He was solution-oriented, which I appreciated. Going into the process, I had been very concerned. He helped me with division of complex assets and some unusual issues. At the end, I ended up with a fair settlement with minimal pain and within a short period of time. I highly recommend Ted's services. He has dealt with many different circumstances and he is very professional.

I hired Ted 2 years after my divorce to deal with ongoing issues with my very difficult x-wife. He was recommended as a lawyer who was extremely knowledgeable about the King county family court and would not put me through needless ligation. He lived up to that expectation. He helped to navigate me through some hard situations with favorable outcomes. He always gave me the option of doing as much as I wanted on my own in order to save on legal fees, with good guidance along the way. I had to deal with court situations and arbitration and I always felt that I could trust him.

I hired Ted to help me with enforcement of some of the terms of my separation agreement a couple of years after I obtained my divorce. Our initial meeting was a consultation where he gave me steps I could try to take myself to move things forward with minimal cost. I later hired him to move a difficult process forward to conclusion. I felt that Ted was sensitive to my situation, both my financial position and my ability to contribute to the process and provide input. In this way he helped me keep costs down and adapted to the approach I was comfortable with based on the options he laid out. Ted doesn't mess around or waste time, he is quick to act. When we decided what to do at each stage he did not delay, he did so immediately. For example when I was meeting with him in his office and we decided to communicate something to the other party's lawyer, he did so right at that moment, concisely and effectively. He was so attentive that he would often see and reply to emails from the other party's lawyer before I had even seen the original email arrive, whether in or out of office hours. Ted also ensured I was in the loop on every communication that happened. Ted has experience in using the arbitration process (as required in my settlement) and made the appropriate filings and submissions with the information needed to ensure a ruling in my favor, as well as exhibiting intimate knowledge of law and procedure (for example, indicating why respondent's claim of incorrect serving of papers was an invalid claim). Ted clearly works very hard and with dedication and I hope he schedules in some good vacation time to recharge. He is obviously doing a job he believes in and is passionate about because you don't reach the level of knowledge, skill and compassion he has if you just phone it in. I think he has great problem-solving skills - seeing a situation, understanding the motivations and likely behaviors of those involved, and using his legal tools and knowledge to devise a solution. My only regret is that I didn't know Ted when originally negotiating my divorce, because I believe his help would have ensured I didn't have the problems I did further down the line.

By the time I interviewed Mr Billbe, I had already spent 10s of thousands of dollars and a year of my life trying to reach an amicable agreement with my husband. I was living paycheck to paycheck, had just a little left in savings and felt like I was losing my mind. During our initial consultation Ted asked several questions about my situation, more importantly, he listened, explained the divorce process then got into the specific strategies towards accomplishing my goal; becoming divorced as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. Hiring a great attorney is critical however, clients have a responsibility to educate ourselves, participate, listen to counsel advice and keep the big picture in mind. As a skilled attorney who won’t get mired in minutia as well as a kind and thoughtful human being; I would highly recommend Ted Billbe to friends or family looking for a family law advocate.

Ted Billbe represented me with the utmost respect and consideration. He is an outstanding lawyer who was prompt with all my requests and questions in regards to issues that faced me. He is completely knowledgeable and an expert in his field. He guided me with accurate information saving me thousands of dollars. I had total confidence in his abilities. He really took the time to explain to me all obstacles that faced me so I understood completely my situation. He has a great understanding of the Family Court system and did everything he could to assist me. I highly recommend Ted to anyone who is in need of representation.

Ted represented me in a recently concluded divorce. He and his staff are professional, personable and responsive. I highly recommend!

When my daughter was served divorce papers I was extremely worried. One of my greatest fears was that because she was well employed she would not receive the financial support required to give her two small boys a life she wanted for them. When she hired Ted Billbe, my worries vanished. Thanks to his exceptionally sound knowledge, experience and advice she was well represented in a timely and professional manner, and the end results were fair and equitable.