Practice areas: Family Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution; view more
Licensed in Washington since: 2012
Education: Seattle University School of Law
Selected to Rising Stars: 2022 - 2026 Justin Aanenson is the founding attorney of Truce Law, PLLC; a Washington family law firm with offices in Seattle, Tacoma and Olympia. He is a trained collaborative law attorney and a certified mediator, handling divorces and other interwoven family matters in and out of the courtroom. He was licensed to practice law in Washington courts in 2012.
A friendly and fierce advocate for his clients, Mr. Aanenson is known for finding creative solutions and strategies to deal with the emotional and often complex issues posed by a family law matter. Throughout the legal process, he provides his clients with helpful advice that takes them through all the challenges of divorce. Clients benefit from his ability to work with them in any situation, his knowledge of the law and his extensive experience with similar cases.
With a bachelor’s degree in finance and marketing from the University of Washington, Mr. Aanenson earned his Juris Doctor from the Seattle University School of Law. He was one of the Washington State Scholars who were awarded scholarships based on an exceptional aptitude for the study of law, along with a strong history of service or commitment to issues relevant to the mission of the Seattle University School of Law. An Avvo “Superb” rated attorney, Mr. Aanenson derives great pleasure from his involvement in law-related organizations and service to his community.
Practice areas
Family Law, Alternative Dispute ResolutionFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father's Rights, Marital Property, Mediation, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law
- 80% Family Law
- 20% Alternative Dispute Resolution
First Admitted: 2012, Washington
Professional Webpage: https://trucelaw.com/team/justin-aanenson/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Member of King County Collaborative Law is a non-profit membership organization of Collaborative Law Practitioners in King County, WA as well as surrounding counties. KCCL is also an organization dedicated to educating the general public about the methods and value of the Collaborative Law approach for resolving conflict., 2025
- Member of Collaborative Professionals of Washington. The Collaborative Professionals of Washington (CPW) is a non-profit association of independent professionals from the fields of law, mental health, and finance. Collaborative Professionals of Washington is dedicated to changing the adversarial approach to divorce and other legal matters., 2025
- Member of International Academy of Collaborative Professionals: The International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) is a global community of legal, mental health and financial professionals. IACP unites and empowers a global network of professionals who are dedicated to transforming conflict resolution using the principles of Collaborative Practice., 2025
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Special Licenses / Certifications
- Certified Mediator - Issued by Volunteers of America Western Washington, 2021
- Washington State Bar License No. 45495, 2012
Pro bono / Community Service
- Recipient of Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation. A Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation is a formal recognition given to individuals and institutions for outstanding commitment to volunteer legal services, particularly for low-income and disadvantaged populations, as defined by lawyer ethics rules or specific award programs like those from the American Bar Association or state bar associations. In the State of Washington, a lawyer rendering a minimum of fifty (50) hours of pro bono publico service shall receive commendation for such service from the WSBA., 2020
Educational Background
- Seattle University School of Law - Juris Doctor, 2009-2012
- Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law - Study Abroad: Rome Summer Session (International Law and Legal Studies)
- University of Washington - Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration Majoring in Marketing and Finance, 2004-2008
- University of Washington - Continuing Education Certificate in Popular Fiction Writing, 2015-2016
Honors
- The Washington State Scholars Scholarship is available to students entering Seattle University, School of Law. They must be in the top one percent of the applicant pool and be a resident of Washington. Also, they must demonstrate exceptional aptitude for the study of law, and have a strong history of service and/or commitment to issues relevant to the mission of the school to be eligible for this award., Washington State Scholar, Seattle University School of Law, 2012
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2022 - 2026
