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Yatong (Cecilia) Ju
Trusted Family Law Attorney
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Cecilia Ju is a trusted and honest advocate for clients facing divorce, custody, and high-stakes family law matters in Washington. Known for her calm command in court and strategic precision, Cecilia has built a strong track record of successful outcomes — both through settlement and litigation.
With over eight years of experience and a sharp understanding of tech-industry assets and immigration process, she brings a rare combination of legal depth, cultural insight, and fearless advocacy. Cecilia approaches each matter with the same care and determination as if it were her own family.
Practice Areas
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Immigration Law
- Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas
Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Washington
- Washington State Bar Association
- ID Number: 61989
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Languages
- Chinese: Spoken, Written
- English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Owner/Managing Attorney
- Pursuit Family Law PLLC
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- Cecilia Ju is a trusted and honest advocate for clients facing divorce, custody, and high-stakes family law matters in Washington. Known for her calm command in court and strategic precision, Cecilia has built a strong track record of successful outcomes — both through settlement and litigation.
- Family Law Attorney
- Northwest Family Law P.S.
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- Senior Associate
- Kowalski, Wilson & Vang LLC
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- Cecilia Ju concentrates on litigation, collaborative divorce, paternity, post-judgment modification, etc. She has been appointed as Guardian ad litem by the Judge to represent children’s best interests.
Education
- The George Washington University Law School
- LL.M. (2015) | General Law
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Awards
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyer
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyer
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyer
- Rising Star
- Super Lawyer
Professional Associations
- Washington State Bar
- Member
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- King County Bar Association
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- Seattle Chinese Bar Association
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- MAMA Seattle
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- New York State Bar
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Your Client’s Immigration Status and Family Law Actions
- Wisconsin Journal of Family Law
- The Journey and the Destination
- Wisconsin Super Lawyers magazine
Speaking Engagements
- Social Media in Family Law, Annual family law CLE, State Bar of Wisconsin
- State Bar of Wisconsin
Certifications
- WERQ Instructor
- WERQ
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Legal Answers
2 Questions Answered
- Q. Should insurance premiums be included in the child support worksheet?
- A: Yes, if the father is providing private health insurance, the portion of the premium attributable to the children should be included on Line 11 of the Child Support Worksheet. This ensures the cost is factored into the support calculation, even if only one parent is ordered to pay it.
- Q. Can I withdraw 401k funds for divorce legal fees, and are there penalties or taxes?
- A: Yes, you can withdraw funds from your 401(k) to pay legal fees, especially since you're no longer employed by the sponsoring company. However, unless you're over 59½ or qualify for a specific exemption, the withdrawal will be subject to income tax and a 10% early withdrawal penalty. Legal fees for divorce don’t qualify as a hardship exemption. It may be worth consulting a tax advisor or exploring whether a QDRO could apply, which can sometimes allow penalty-free access to retirement funds in divorce cases.
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