How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a child support case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Katherine offer a free consultation?

Katherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office. Some child support attorneys offer free consults — check Katherine's current terms during booking.

How long do child support cases in Washington typically take?

Simple child support matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Katherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside Mount Vernon?

Katherine is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Katherine will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Katherine?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Katherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Katherine accepting new child support clients right now?

Katherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Katherine Burns Tarraf, Child Support Attorney in Mount Vernon, Washington

Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Child Support, Estate Planning, and Family Law · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Mount Vernon, WA

Practicing child support in Mount Vernon since 1978.

48+: Years practicing
5.0 ★: 1 client review
1: Bar admission

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Katherine Burns Tarraf is an attorney based in Mount Vernon, WA. The practice focuses on Child Support, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Katherine has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in: Mount Vernon, WA
Experience: over 48 years
Known for: Child Support · Estate Planning · Family Law

Handles Child Support, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Mount Vernon, WA.
Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Katherine Burns Tarraf

Katherine concentrates on child support, estate planning, family law, poa, and elder law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Child Support cases in Mount Vernon, Washington

Katherine takes child support matters in Mount Vernon, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Mount Vernon, Washington

Katherine takes estate planning matters in Mount Vernon, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Mount Vernon, Washington

Katherine takes family law matters in Mount Vernon, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.

POA cases in Mount Vernon, Washington

Katherine takes poa matters in Mount Vernon, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.

Elder Law cases in Mount Vernon, Washington

Katherine takes elder law matters in Mount Vernon, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Katherine agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Katherine Burns Tarraf — Over 48 years of Washington child support experience

Katherine Burns Tarraf is a lawyer practicing estate planning, family, child support and 1 other area of law. Katherine has been licensed for 48 years. Katherine practices in Mount Vernon, WA.

How Katherine handles child support matters

Katherine Burns Tarraf is a lawyer practicing estate planning, family, child support and 1 other area of law. Katherine has been licensed for 48 years. Katherine practices in Mount Vernon, WA.

The kind of cases Katherine takes

Katherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child support, estate planning, and family law matters in Mount Vernon and the surrounding Washington area.

Jurisdictions

Katherine's state bar admissions

Washington
1978 · ACTIVE

Locations

Katherine Burns Tarraf's office in Mount Vernon

Katherine's primary office is at 416 Pine St, Mount Vernon, WA, 98273-3854. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

416 Pine St

Mount Vernon, WA 98273-3854

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Katherine Burns Tarraf — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Katherine. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child support attorneys in Mount Vernon.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Katherine Burns Tarraf — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new child support attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Katherine usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Katherine charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Katherine will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a child support attorney in Mount Vernon, Washington

A short list to run through before you commit: How many child support matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Katherine

Katherine discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child support practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every child support matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Katherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Katherine's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child support practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Katherine Burns Tarraf

How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a child support case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katherine offer a free consultation?
Katherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office. Some child support attorneys offer free consults — check Katherine's current terms during booking.
How long do child support cases in Washington typically take?
Simple child support matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Katherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside Mount Vernon?
Katherine is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Katherine will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Katherine?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Katherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katherine accepting new child support clients right now?
Katherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Child Support attorneys serving Mount Vernon, Seattle and Spokane in Washington

Katherine handles child support matters throughout Washington. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified child support attorneys in that community.

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