Ululani "Lani" Akiona - Everett, WA
Attorney at Akiona Law, PLLC
Family Law Lawyers in Everett, WA
3231 Lombard Ave Ste. #1 Everett, WA 98201
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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24
Years
Experience
Everett Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 07/31/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Collaborative Law
- Divorce Mediation
- Asset Division
- Property Division
- Community and Separate Property
- Mediation & Collaborative Law
- Divorce
Attorney Information
Overview
I am a compassionate and empathetic professional, and I founded Akiona Law, PLLC to fully realize my passion for helping people navigate the turbulent and uncertain waters of family law. My personal philosophy centers on ensuring that individuals are treated fairly, protected, and not taken advantage of during one of the most challenging times of their lives.
I strongly support and encourage parties to work together to resolve their issues, especially when children are involved. The fact of the matter is that when you have children, you will be connected to your former partner for the rest of your life. Because of this, I encourage clients to look toward the future and focus on what is truly in their children’s best interests.
This perspective isn't just professional for me—it's personal. Having gone through my own high-conflict divorce, I deeply understand how painful, isolating, and exhausting the process can be, even when it is the right decision. I know firsthand the emotional toll it takes, and that lived experience drives my commitment to helping clients find smoother, less destructive paths forward.
My extensive courtroom background means I do not shy away from high-conflict situations, and I know exactly what it takes to protect your rights. However, if you are looking for an attorney to be aggressive just for the sake of being aggressive, I am not the right fit. Overly aggressive tactics do a disservice to clients; unnecessary litigation skyrockets costs and inflicts deep emotional and mental stress on everyone involved. I firmly believe it is always better to "pick and choose your battles" wisely.
Choosing an attorney can be overwhelming. It is vital to find someone you trust and feel comfortable with, as you will be sharing intimate details about your life. To help you in your decision, let me tell you a little more about myself.
I split my time between the beautiful shores of Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest. My two sons are now in college, and while the fast-paced days of keeping up with toddlers are behind me, we remain incredibly close. We love getting together for family dinners and heading out into nature for camping trips. Whether I am enjoying the vibrant small-town warmth of Everett or spending time in Hawaii, I bring that same sense of community, family, and grounded empathy to every client I serve.
Awards and Honors
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Included on the 2026 Washington Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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University of Hawaii, William S. Richardson School of Law,
Honolulu,
Hawaii
J.D.
Non Legal Education
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University of Hawaii
B.A.
Major: English
Current Employment Position(s)
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Founder
Bar Admissions
- Hawaii, 2002
- Washington, 2005
Specialties and Certifications
- Trained Mediator, Mosten Guthrie, 2023
- 2014, 2017, 2022 Collaborative Divorce Training
- 2022, 2023 Bill Eddy New Ways for Mediation Training in Mediating High Conflict Dispute
- 2023 Mosten Guthrie 40-hour Family and Divorce Mediation Training
- 40-hour Basic Mediation Training, Dispute Resolution Center of Snohomish, Island & Skagit Counties, 2024
- Snohomish County Dispute Resolution Center, Volunteers of America Western Washington 40-hour Basic Mediation Training
- Snohomish County Dispute Resolution Center, Volunteers of America Western Washington 24-hour Family Law Mediation Training
- Mosten Guthrie Co-Parenting Specialist Training Program
- IACP The Role of the Neutral Child and Family Specialist, 8 hours
Other Affiliations
- Collaborative Professionals of Washington (Member)
- Washington State Bar Association (Member)
- Hawaii State Bar Association (Member)
- Washington State Bar Association Solo and Small Practice Section (Member)
- Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section (Member)
- Domestic Relations Attorneys of Washington (Member)
- Snohomish County Bar Association (Member)
- Snohomish County Bar Association, Family Law Section (Member)
- King County Bar Association (Member)
- King County Bar Association Family Law Section (Member)
- King County Collaborative Law
- International Academy Of Collaborative Professionals
- King County Bar Association Collaborative Law (Chair)
- King County Collaborative Law/Collaborative Professionals of Washington (Website Committee)
- King County Collaborative Law/Collaborative Professionals of Washington (Social Media/Public Outreach)
Contact
3231 Lombard Ave
Ste. #1
Everett, WA 98201
Phone Number: 425-740-2209
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.akionalaw.com
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