Lisa Ann Sharpe

Principal

Practice Emphasis

Family Law

Lisa is a highly skilled and recognized lawyer practicing exclusively in Family Law. She represents high net worth individuals from both the private and public sectors, and across a wide variety of industries including technology, sports, entertainment, finance, healthcare, and professional services.

Skilled in Financial and Custody Litigation, Prenuptial Agreements, Custody Evaluations, Mediation and Trial Practice, Lisa is resolution-oriented, and provides personalized service to her clients at particularly trying and emotional times.

Education

  • University of Washington
    • Bachelor of Arts (Finance), 1987
  • University of San Diego
    • Juris Doctor, 1991

Programs and Publications

  • AAML/BVR National Divorce Conference, September 2022, Co-Chair
  • AAML/BVR National Divorce Conference, September 2020, Co-Chair
  • AAML/BVR National Divorce Conference, May 2019, Planning Committee
  • Spring 2019 Family Lawyer Magazine, “4 Reasons to Bring Your Financial Expert to Mediation”

Presentations

  • ABA National Family Law Conference in Austin, TX, August 2019, “Mock Demonstration for Deposing a Financial Expert”
  • AAML/BVR National Divorce Conference in Las Vegas, May 2019, “Using Expert Witnesses to Improve Mediation Success”
  • 2019 AAML/BVR National Divorce Conference, “Complex Cash Flows: Analyzing Multiple Income Resources for a Spouse – Show Me the Money,” co-presenter with Sharyn Maggio, May 2019
  • 8th Annual Mary H. Wechsler Family Law Symposium for the King County Bench, 2019, “Committee Intimate Relationship” legal update
  • 7th Annual Mary H. Wechsler Family Law Symposium for the King County Bench, 2018, “Contempt of Court”

Professional & Civic

AAML (American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers) Washington State Chapter President, 2014-2016

IAFL (International Association of Family Lawyers)

ABA (Vice Chair, Community Property Section, 2019 and 2020)

“Lawyer of the Year,” Family Law; Best Lawyers in America, 2020

Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® in the practice area of ‘Family Law’ (2014 – 2024 ed.)

Recognized in Chambers High Net Worth Guide, Band 1, Family/Matrimonial in Washington State, 2019 – 2023

Martindale-Hubbell highest AV preeminent rating

Recognized as part of the 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading U.S. Family Lawyers

Recognized as a “Top Attorney” by Seattle Met magazine, 2012-2018

Named a “Super Lawyer” by Washington Law & Politics and Washington Super Lawyers magazines, 2010-2023 and Washington Top 100 Lawyer (2015-2023) and Top 50 Women (2012-2023)

Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson, former Managing Principal

King County Bar Association

Washington State Bar Association

California State Bar Association

American Bar Association (ABA)

Neighborhood Legal Clinic Domestic Violence Clinic volunteer – 2006 to 2016

King County Bar Association, Judicial Screening Committee (2009-2012)

Lisa Ann Sharpe

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Testimonials

I have referred several family law clients and/or matters to Lisa Ann Sharpe, one of the partners at the law firm of Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson in Seattle, WA. Ms. Sharpe not only accepted my referrals, but I also heard back from the clients, all of whom were very pleased with her firm's work. I am very pleased to report that the lawyers within the firm to whom she assigned particular matters were also excellent, likely as a result of her training, management and oversight. From my experiences working with many family law firms nationally and internationally, my experience working with this firm was one of the best. Without question, I can endorse this firm as a worthy recipient of the designation Best Law Firms in America.
Melissa B.
Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson is top-notch in every way. I dealt with Lisa Sharpe, who is an excellent family lawyer. She was always responsive and professional. I give my highest recommendations.
Richard W.
My experience has been with Lisa Sharpe who is partner with Lasher Holzapfel Sperry & Ebberson. Lisa and her firm are both excellent in all areas.
Susan G.