Divorce Without Court: Jeff and Liz Steen is a Seattle-based family law and mediation practice specializing in helping couples navigate divorce and separation outside of the courtroom. Their approach is built on respect, privacy, and affordability, empowering clients to maintain control over their decisions and protect their family relationships throughout the process.
The team, including Jeff and Elizabeth Steen and Kristian Kofoed, utilizes research-based methods from the Gottman Institute to facilitate effective communication and conflict resolution. They focus on creating fair, legally sound agreements for a range of clients, including married couples, unmarried partners, and families with children—offering a faster, less expensive, and less adversarial alternative to traditional litigation.
Services Offered
- Mediation
- Settlement Agreements
- Parenting Plans
- Child Support
- Financial Asset Division
- Divorce Process Guidance
- Legal Separation
- Cohabitation Agreements
- Child-Centered Divorce Support
- Business Mediation & Arbitration
- Assistance with Court Forms
- Free Consultations
Serving clients in Seattle and King County, the firm emphasizes a private, informal process and offers resources such as Gottman Method-informed mediation and advice on discussing divorce with children, helping families transition with clarity and compassion.
