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Wendy E. Prince
Charter Member
Family and Divorce Law

1010 Washington Blvd ste p2 2, Stamford, CT 06901, USA

 

Wendy E. Prince is the principal and founder of Prince Law Group, LLC. For more than 25 years, Wendy has dedicated her practice to representing individuals in all aspects of family and matrimonial law with a strong focus on divorce mediation and non-adversarial processes. Wendy is committed to empowering her clients with options and answers during what can be a daunting and uncertain period. She understands deeply that divorce often brings emotional and financial worries. Without judgement, she “listens hard” to her clients, offering a safe space to share their concerns and fears. Wendy's mission is to equip her clients with the knowledge necessary to regain control of their lives, setting emotions aside to focus on logical solutions. Certified in Collaborative Divorce Law and Mediation, Wendy believes the divorce process does not need to be overly complex. For those seeking to leverage the benefits of collaborative divorce or mediation, Wendy has curated a seasoned and trustworthy team of financial experts and mental health professionals to ensure her clients receive the highest level of service and information. With an approach grounded in compassion and a deep commitment to her client’s well-being, her goal is to ensure that the divorce process is as smooth as possible, especially when children are involved. Wendy earned her J.D. with honors from Quinnipiac University Law School and her Bachelor degree with honors from the University of Connecticut. Her journey into divorce mediation began in 2000, and she remains committed to continuous education in this field. Wendy's dedication to excellence is demonstrated through her ongoing leadership roles in organizations such as the Fairfield County Bar Association and the National Association of Divorce Professionals. Her dedication has earned her prestigious honors, including serving as Chairwoman of the Connecticut Professional Symposium for ethical legal practice in 2016 and receiving the President's Commission on the Status of Women's Outstanding Academic Achievement Award in 1994. Beyond her legal practice, Wendy is an active volunteer in her community viewing her legal skills as both a gift and a responsibility to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Mathew Purcell
Charter Member
Family and Divorce Law

7301 W Deschutes Ave, Kennewick, WA 99336, USA

 

Mathew was raised in Wenatchee and graduated from Wenatchee high school in 2001. He attended Central Washington University and graduated Cum Laude with a B.A. in Law and Justice with a minor in Political Science. Mathew then moved to California to attend the Ventura College of Law where he graduated in December 2009 with a Family Law Certification and clerked for the Family Law department of the Ventura County Superior Court. After passing the California Bar exam in February of 2010, and only practicing as an associate for 3 months, Mathew was asked to enter into a partnership with a long-standing Family Law practitioner. After 3 years of practicing Family Law in Ventura County, Mathew and his wife decided it was time to move home to Kennewick to be near Family. While in California, Mathew served as a Court Appointed Settlement Officer for the Family Law department and also served as Vice President of the Barristers section of the Ventura County Bar Association where he organized and oversaw Legal Self Help nights serving the Salvation Army Women’s Transitional Living Center and RAIN living center. Additionally, Mathew served as the Treasurer of the Family Law section of the Ventura County Bar Association. In Washington, Mathew has helped found the Benton Franklin Collaborative Family Law Group, has presented at multiple Continue Legal Education seminars and has served as president of the Benton Franklin County Bar Young Lawyers Division. Mathew primarily focuses on Family Law/Domestic Relations matters.

Heather Quick
Charter Member
Family and Divorce Law

8771 Perimeter Park Ct, STE 101, Jacksonville, FL 32216

 

Heather Brooke Quick is the founder and CEO of the only divorce and family law firm for women in Florida. The Florida Women’s Law Group, headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida began from her vision and passion for changing the way women undergo divorce in Florida. By offering family and marital law services specifically for women, The Florida Women’s Law Group works in a consistent and reliable way to advocate for women in the family law process. The firm educates women on their rights and the law so they can find the strength to endure the process and live life to the fullest once their family law issue is resolved. The Florida Women’s Law Group specializes in estate planning, divorce, wills and appellate services.

Raymond Rafool
Charter Member
Family and Divorce Law

2665 S Bayshore Dr, Miami, FL 33133, USA

 

Raymond J. Rafool, II, a partner at Rafool, LLC, is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, all courts in the State of Florida; the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida; and the U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida. Mr. Rafool, a Board Certified Attorney in Marital and Family Law, concentrates his practice on domestic and international family law and business and commercial litigation. Mr. Rafool is Board Certified in marital and family law by the Florida Bar, and Nationally Board Certified as an Expert in Family Trial Law by The National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). Mr. Rafool was named in the Miami Herald’s 2015, 2016 and 2017 list of South Florida’s Legal Leaders, Top Rated Lawyers. He is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell and was selected to the 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017 Florida Super Lawyers list which recognizes no more than five percent of attorneys in each state. In addition, Mr. Rafool is rated a Florida Top Lawyer in Family Law by ALM and has a perfect 10 Avvo rating. For 2015, 2016 and 2017 Mr. Rafool is a Top 100 Lawyers, and on the Executive Committee for The National Advocates. He has represented many celebrities and individuals in complex family, same sex, and business litigation and lectures and has authored numerous publications on aforementioned practice areas. Mr. Rafool is a past Vice Chair and member of the Florida Family Law Rules Committee, the past Chair and member of the Florida Criminal Rules Committee, a past Vice Chair and member of the Florida Judicial Administration, Selection and Tenure Committee and a past Representative on the Florida Rules of Judicial Administration Committee.

Donelle Ratheal
Charter Member
Family and Divorce Law

501 Prairie Chief Ave, Clinton, OK 73601, USA

 

Donelle H. Ratheal is the senior attorney of Ratheal Family Law. From 1993 to 2011, she was the senior attorney at Ratheal & Associates. From 2011 to 2019, Donelle was the managing partner of Ratheal, Maggard & Fortune, PLLC. Donelle has accrued almost 30 years of trial and appellate experience. The majority of her practice centers around complex family law and probate issues, both trials and appeals. Client representation has included contested custody, relocation of children, valuation of family-owned businesses, prenuptial agreements, grandparent rights and custody, domestic and international enforcement of domestic relations orders, stepparent adoptions, guardianships, wills, and trusts. She has represented clients in numerous appellate matters, many resulting in published appellate judicial opinions that clarified or modified existing law.