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MARISA RUSSELL

206.838.9122   |   mrussell@sociuslaw.com

I pursued a legal career in order to find creative and efficient solutions for my diverse clients. I approach every client’s unique problem with compassion and patience.

Marisa is devoted to helping people navigate the legal process on a variety of issues and creating solutions that get them out of a tough situation as quickly and efficiently as possible.

With a background in civil litigation, Marisa brings significant experience analyzing cases with multiple legal components. Her legal experience has involved getting people through a crisis when their emotions are high, and their livelihood is on the line. Having handled countless civil matters, she has an ability to build relationships even in adversarial situations and stays objective in the process without getting rattled.

 

As a team player, Marisa remains eager to collaborate with others and embracive of differing views. She problem-solves by asking questions and being an active listener. She is quick on her feet and skilled at explaining complex legal concepts in a way that is simple for her clients to understand.

 

Marisa started her legal career as a translator attorney utilizing her Italian fluency skills to assist clients faced with international legal issues. After that, she transitioned her practice to focus on domestic legal matters, with an emphasis on real property, estate litigation, and family law. Through these unique opportunities Marisa has gained an extensive understanding on how to work with a multitude of clients and legal professionals across the entire state of Washington.

EDUCATION

J.D., University of Washington School of Law;

Associate Editor-in-Chief of the Washington International Law Review, President of the Sports & Entertainment Law Association, Hazelton Fellow for Contracts and Evidence, Texas Young Lawyers Association Mock Trial Member


MEMBERSHIPS

Washington State Bar Association

King County Bar Association

OUTSIDE THE OFFICE

Marisa is a Seattle native with a passion for pasta-making and group fitness. On the weekends she enjoys hosting pasta-making classes featuring local ingredients and authentic Italian recipes. She devotes her early mornings and late nights to teaching others the importance of movement through functional fitness.  
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