Kaely Lawler - Tacoma, WA

Kaely is a litigation associate attorney at Smith Alling, and her practice focuses on representing individuals in family law disputes, as well as trusts and estate matters.

Navigating family law matters can be emotional and overwhelming for clients. Kaely tries to ease the process by caring about her clients and collaborating with them, ensuring they understand each step of their case and guiding them to achieve their desired outcome. When Kaely meets clients, she aims to get to know them individually and understand their family and life dynamics to thoughtfully consult them.

Kaely attended Gonzaga University where she obtained her undergraduate degree.

She moved across the country to attend Villanova University Law School where she served as the vice chair of Villanova’s Moot Court Team, and graduated in 2023. Following law school, Kaely’s love for the Pacific Northwest brought her back to Washington, and she started her legal career as a prosecuting attorney in Pierce County. While working at the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, she gained experience in court proceedings, trials, litigation and mediation. During her time as a prosecuting attorney, she worked on a wide variety of cases including some Domestic Violence cases which now helps her persuasively represent clients in petitions or defense for Domestic Violence Protection Orders and other family law hearings. In her spare time Kaely loves spending time with her family, traveling, spin classes, tennis, and skiing. Kaely also loves cheering for and watching Gonzaga basketball games.