Hon. Helen Halpert (Ret.)

This neutral served as a judge for nearly three decades, including 20 years on the King County Superior Court and nine years on the Seattle Municipal Court. Her judicial tenure involved presiding over a wide array of civil matters, with a significant emphasis on family law, where she served as assistant presiding judge of the Unified Family Court. Since entering private practice, she has applied her extensive bench experience to resolve complex disputes involving domestic relations, torts, and professional negligence.

A veteran judge with extensive experience in family law and civil litigation, offering high-level dispute resolution services in the Pacific Northwest.

Recognized for her deep expertise in the Unified Family Court system and her long-standing commitment to judicial education.

She is regarded by legal professionals as a fair and knowledgeable neutral who brings a calm, analytical approach to emotionally charged disputes. Colleagues and counsel frequently cite her thorough understanding of family law statutes and her ability to manage complex multi-party litigation with efficiency.