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The Only Law Firm with Mental Health Strategists
The legal system is stressful, and most legal teams are completely unequipped to ease the suffering of the clients they serve. We fixed that.
At Hemmat Law, we have a dedicated team of legally-specialized strategists and life coaches baked right into our core service offerings.
Who our mental health coaches can help
Current clients
Potential Clients
People unsure of their path
Victims of abuse or trauma
Why we did this:
We admit it: attorneys are terrible at making people feel good. It just isn’t in our skillset.
We are expensive to talk to, and we also aren’t trained as mental health professionals. This is a lose-lose scenario: with clients hurt that their attorney seems to never make them feel better, and the attorney frustrated that the client treats them like a therapist.
Likewise, many actual therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC) have limited exposure to the legal system and often lack the insight to help guide clients through legal processes.
With an in-house mental health team tied to a law firm, we make everyone’s lives easier.
Meet Michèle
Michèle Heffron, PCC, CDC is a former corporate executive who hit rock bottom in the aftermath of a nasty and drawn-out separation from her ex-husband. She now works with clients who are contemplating or experiencing major life changes, especially divorce.
Michèle is certified as a life, relationship, and divorce coach, and offers tailored guidance for those navigating emotional and financial abuse, traumatic divorces and separations, and post-divorce planning.
It’s never too late to choose yourself and embrace positive change.
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How this benefits you: Greatly lower your legal costs.
Clients that work with a strategist or counselor no longer feel the need to vent to their attorney about (legally) irrelevant emotional topics. Work with your much cheaper strategist, and let your attorney focus on what they can solve – your legal problems. Everyone wins.
Lower your stress levels.
Having a dedicated legal team member whose only responsibility is to be responsive to your emotional needs is a game changer. Help take the wight off your shoulders.
Improve communications with your team.
Your strategist will help you bridge the communication gap that so often confuses the attorney/client relationship. When we know more about your concerns, we can be more effective counsel.
How this benefits us:
Improved work product.
When our clients have their head in the game, they get us information faster & more clearly. This allows us to prepare more compelling arguments, and craft better long-term strategies for your success.
We focus on what we are good at:
We want to do our jobs. The more we can concentrate on the task at hand, the better a job we can do for you and your case. No matter how good we are as attorneys, it is difficult to manage unhappy clients.
It makes us happier:
We care for our clients, and believe it or not, working in an industry of suffering rubs off on our team over time. The more our leadership can do to care of our clients, the better it is for our team members.
Client Retention:
Believe it or not, a lot of attorneys get fired by their clients before their case concludes. Sometimes it is deserved, but sometimes, the client is more unhappy with the faults in the legal system, or the quirks of how legal nuances are communicated or adjudicated. Without a counselor to help bridge that gap, they impose needless costs or risks on themselves by switching counsel in the middle of their case.
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Strategist FAQs
Do I have to hire Hemmat Law’s litigation team to work with a life coach or strategist?
Absolutely not. This service is open to anyone and anyone.
How much do mental health services cost?
Costs vary. But generally, your coach charges less than our paralegals – and way less than an attorney.
Additionally, all of HLG’s client’s who work with a coach usually see their fees drop significantly because they stop venting to their attorney about (legally) irrelevant aspects of their case.
Either way, mental healthcare is absolutely worth the investment for everyone’s sake.
Will my life strategist push me to hire an attorney?
Our counseling team’s priority is to help you discover yourself and make good decisions – not to get you to spend money on legal bills. In fact, we would prefer it if you never needed us at all.
Do you offer couples strategist?
Sadly, not at this time. We only work with individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring to my first meeting with a family law attorney?
Bring any relevant court orders, legal documents, and correspondence, together with a basic timeline of events. Financial records, details about children, and a list of your main questions or concerns can also help your attorney assess the situation.
Do I have to go to court to resolve a family law case?
Not necessarily. Many family law matters are resolved through negotiation, mediation or an agreement between the parties. The agreement may still need to be submitted to the court for approval, but a trial may not be required.
Can I get legal help if I’m being stalked or threatened by an ex-partner?
Yes. Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to seek a domestic violence, stalking or anti-harassment protection order. An attorney can help identify the appropriate order and assist with the application. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Do unmarried partners have rights in Washington?
Potentially. Unmarried partners do not automatically have all the same rights as married spouses, but a court may recognise a relationship as a committed intimate relationship and divide certain property acquired during it. Rights can also depend on parentage, property ownership, contracts and whether the couple registered as domestic partners.
Can unmarried parents get a court-ordered parenting plan?
Yes. Once legal parentage has been established, either parent can ask the court to enter a parenting plan or residential schedule. The court can also make orders concerning child support and other matters affecting the child.
How long does a divorce take in Washington state?
A Washington divorce cannot be finalised until at least 90 days have passed after the petition was filed and served. An uncontested divorce may be completed shortly after that period, while cases involving disputed parenting, property or financial issues can take considerably longer.
What’s the difference between legal custody and physical custody in Washington?
Washington generally uses the terms “decision-making authority” and “residential schedule” rather than legal and physical custody. A parenting plan states who makes important decisions about matters such as education and healthcare, and when the child will live with each parent.
Can I modify a custody or support order if circumstances change?
Possibly. Parenting plans and support orders can be modified, but the legal requirements depend on the type and extent of the requested change. Significant parenting-plan changes generally require evidence of a substantial change in circumstances, while different rules and time limits may apply to child support.
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