Wolfgang Richter Anderson’s Reviews

Wolfgang Anderson is a without question an attorney with the highest respect for law and just as important a sincere compassion for his clients, period. I was recommended by a dear friend whom Wolf represented over 20 years ago, and I was definitely sent in the right direction. Straight and to the point, not a minute wasted on anything other than moving the case forward. You will know exactly where you stand from start to finish. My results were exactly what I had planned for and discussed with Wolfgang during our first meeting. I was able to settle in 11 months without going to court, and I have no doubt this would not have been possible without Wolfgang’s impeccable representation. I would also like to praise Wolfgang’s staff, with my highest regards for Wolfgang’s paralegal, every aspect of anything related to the case was discussed openly and extremely well documented, Thank You! The positive notes you will find on this website are entirely accurate, my recommendation to anyone looking for a divorce attorney is to schedule an appointment with Mr. Anderson, and follow his advice.

I cannot recommend Wolfgang Anderson highly enough. The man knows the law like the back of his hand. My case was a challenge, to say the least, but he managed to achieve a settlement that allowed me to keep my house and feed my kids. It was more than I expected, maybe more than I deserved considering the poor decisions I had made in my marriage. I don’t think it’s possible for divorce to be pleasant, but Wolf has a way of lightening a grave situation. And contrary to stereotype, he was ever-conscious of my financial burdens and consistently looking for ways to keep my costs down. His staff is excellent as well; I appreciated their responsiveness and sensitivity as well as their professional talents. Since I have vowed to never remarry, I won’t be requiring Wolfgang’s services again. But I certainly recommend him for anyone else who may be contemplating or pursuing a divorce or separation.

Wolfgang Anderson recently completed my divorce case in a most professional and efficient manner.
I really appreciated his "no nonsense" approach and also his way of explaining all my options in a direct and simple way.
He is a wonderful attorney and I was very thankful that he was on my side during the whole process. His irreverant sense of humor also helped me a great deal.
Additionally, I have to commend all the staff in his office for their professionalism and most importantly their friendliness.
"Wolf" as he is more usually known did a marvelous job for me with my divorce and I definitely recommend him!

I liked his no nonsense attitude when I first met with him. His informal manner and kind staff were comforting and I thought I could relate to him. After experiencing less than adequate response and action on my case, I decided he did not have the ability to work hard for me. Even after 3 months of working with Mr. Anderson, it was evident to me I was not getting adequate respresentation. Everything had to be done as if I had never retained a lawyer before. Many legal matters were not done on my behalf, nothing done to gain financial information and to protect me during the process. Many of these things that are basic to family law. A lot of time, energy, emotional stress and money was spent without results. I would not recommend Mr. Anderson.

Mr. Anderson is experienced, professional, smart and passionate. He is a fantastic lawyer and he has a wonderful office team to support him.

Wolf is an expert in matters of family law and his mature and practical approach is a quality that I admire the most. After talking to Wolf, I always felt reassured of the course we were taking, and he did not disappoint me. My divorce was a high-conflict, high-emotion case, and Wolf did a good job in making sure his advice was not influenced by my sentiments or emotions. I listened to Wolf and I am grateful that I did.

Wolfgang is an excellent lawyer with an equally efficient staff. Wolf and Anthony make a great legal team. They are very well organized, prompt in responding and clear in explaining legal matters (needless to say courteous and understanding). I highly recommend Wolf, if you are looking for a no-nonsense representation.

wolfgang and his paralegal were organized, efficient and responsive to my needs and concerns and handled my divorce well. i was wary of hiring a lawyer as i have never worked with one before, but i was in such good hands. i felt really good about my representation being sharp as razors and equally as kind.

Wolfgang is my champion & hero. Under his leadership & top notch team in his law firm I felt an expertise & safety net that never wavered as I was guided safely thru frightening waters in my extremely difficult, complicated & long divorce. My ex hired 3 attorneys thru the process. My legal team Wolf, Gretchen, Anthony & Heather proved to be impenetrable. they all worked tirelessly on my behalf start to finish.
My recommendation for this attorney gets a 10+ on a scale of 1-10.
Thank you Wolf!!!

Wolfgang is a very experienced lawyer and has a great staff. My case was very challenging where I was at risk of having very little time with my kids due to wrongful allegations by my exwife. She was also wanted to have everything her own way and wasn't compromising on anything. Wolfgang set good expectations with me throughout a lengthy process which took about 1.5 years and we eventually resolved all issues through mediation to my satisfaction in terms of both time with the kids and division of assets. Wolfgang was great at chosing the right battles to fight and trying to save me money wherever he could. I could not be more happy with him and his staff.

I went to Wolfgang with no pre-conceived idea of what to expect in a divorce attorney. What I found was comic relief and ease of communication through what could have been a confusing and overwhelming situation. I was pleased with his determination, wealth of knowledge and unwavering drive to resolve this in my favor.

Wolfgang was able to obtain everything I was hoping for and I am forever grateful.

I recently underwent a dissolution which involved complicated issues related to assets abroad. Mr. Anderson and his staff, particularly Anthony, handled the case with an impressive skill and expertise. Despite the odds against a reasonable divorce settlement, he was able to reach a mutually agreeable deal, which in principle was fair for both parties. Mr. Anderson’s experience was obvious from the very beginning by sorting out the important issues from the jungle of irrelevant nuances, while communicating effectively with the other party’s attorney. The staff was very courteous and effective with good explanations of the facts and with excellent cost control.
I strongly recommend Mr. Anderson’s services, especially when the dissolution is complicated with multiple implications. Even his European background and knowledge will be invaluable.

I was unable to handle my divorce. I was an emotional wreck and as such depended on Wolf to guide me through the yearlong process -- from the beginning, through the middle, and to the very end. He was with me every step of the way. I put my trust in him and his instincts, advice, and litigation skills were spot on. He made the right calls and the right decisions every time (and at the right time). He helped me when I couldn’t help myself. He never let me down. He was somehow able to put my mind at ease during the most stressful period in my life. In addition to being an excellent lawyer, he is a very genuine person with a great sense of humor. Truly a rare combination, Wolf is one of a kind.

Wolf is a great divorce attorney and I can't recommend him highly enough.

First of all, he is extremely practical. He knows what the endgame will be in court and takes the approach of "cutting to the chase," eliminating a lot of needless, intermediate wrangling that drive up costs and don't lead anywhere. He focuses on the big picture -- how to manage the emotional elements of the negotiation ,and how to most quickly, painlessly and cheaply to get to the best solution.

Second, Wolf is extremely cost-conscious for his clients. Although the press has called him a "superlawyer" -- and he is consistently rated one of the top divorce lawyers in Seattle -- his hourly rates are significantly below other lawyers of the same cadre. More valuable, however, is his practical approach in cutting through the mess of little problems (detailed above), and getting quickly to the endgame, saving hours and months of pointless back and forth. Moreover, he relies heavily on his very talented and efficient staff for the administrative elements. They do a fine job and keep the hourly rates lower for the hours of paperwork that inevitably is part of the divorce process.

Finally, Wolf is simply a great guy and a pleasure to meet with and spend time with. Divorce is an emotional period. Wolf has the emotional wisdom of having done this for years and seen it all. He translates this into a very wise, but sober and almost comic approach, putting all of the "drama" in its appropriate context and somehow making it all feel funny, rather than upsetting.

The background of my divorce was that I offered my ex an extremely generous settlement prior to it entering a legal process. She rejected my offer at the 11th hour, forcing us into the legal system. Ultimately, Wolf saved me a whack of money (even taking into account his legal fees), and I ended up owing much, much less than had my ex taken my original settlement offer. I couldn't have been more pleased with the result.

I guess the ultimate litmus test of my experience with Wolf -- when the divorce was over, I actually felt a bit of regret that I wouldn't be hanging out with Wolf anymore. I guess not so much that I would get divorced again though -- although if I did Wolf would certainly be my attorney!! God Bless You Wolf!

I am a trial lawyer myself - and I wanted the best to handle my divorce. Wolf knows the world of dissolution like no one else and was completely dedicated to my case. Mine was one of the few cases that actually went to trial. Wolf was excellent - the perfect combination of expertise, professionalism and court room charm. Even my ex-husband (also a trial attorney) was impressed with Wolf's court room abilities. Wolf obtained for me a favorabel judgment and continued to provide me with invaluable assistance, post judgment.

Caviat Emptor: Use him if you don't mind him representing opposing party to yourself later on. Mr. Anderson represented me in my first divorce 5 years ago. I had to divorce my second husband, an unfortunate event. Even more unfortunate, Mr. Anderson and his firm is now representing my second husband and he is arguing with the Washington State Bar that this is completely acceptable when I file my complaint with the WSBA.

Luckily for you, you get to be the judge if this is acceptable professional conduct before you hire him and his firm.

Wolfgang took over my case from another attorney, who had let the process float for over a year and a 1/2. I asked Wolfgang to get the thing done and he did. However, like another reviewer here, I feel like in the name of getting it done, he pushed me to accept terms regarding my children that I didn't/don't feel were in their best interests. We should have fought harder for the welfare of the kids but instead he convinced me I had no other choice and, frankly, I wasn't strong enough to fight my attorney AND my ex. I ultimately accepted a custody agreement that was not in the best interests of my children, which I have regretted since day one.

If you can be diligent and are strong enough to stand up to Wolfgang, he will be a fighter for you. However, if you are in less than a strong personal space and need someone with compassion and understanding, go find someone else. It is obvious to me that his expertise is in the actual mechanics of the divorce, NOT in the more emotional and sensitive issues, like child custody.

Please understand - I believe Wolfgang to be a very good attorney, just not the RIGHT attorney if you have sensitive personal issues and need someone to take the time to appreciate the many emotional facets of divorce and custody.

Wolfgang and his Staff (Anthony, Roxanne etc) were a great team and really helped to advise me when needed. It made my experinenc much less stressful and saved me alot of time. I've recommended him to several women already!

From start to finish this was the best person to handle my situation. He kept me on track and at the same time was very kind and understanding. His staff are outstanding.

During my divorce, Wolf guided me through every step of the process. At the beginning, he told me exactly how the entire process would go and he was right every step of the way. He was invaluable in the mediation process and got me the best deal he possibly could. Wolf's team (Heather and Anthony) were always responsive and helpful.

Wolfgang is an extraordinary attorney; very intelligent, has a firm grasp of family law, great communication skills and, most importantly, cares about his clients. He represented me and I was very pleased with the results. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is seeking an attorney in the field of family law.

Wolfgang Anderson and his paralegal, Anthony are amazing! His entire staff is warm, professional and supportive. The one thing I would say I admired most about Wolf is that he requires that you invest in your case in a practical and well informed manner. If your looking for someone to take your case and handle it all for you, your looking at the wrong attorney. His no non-sense practical approach is empowering and respectful. His folksy german analogies and metaphores are just damn funny! Seriously, this man is both feared and respected in the community at large. He works well with Mediators and Judges because of his skill and integrity. Ask anyone you know for a good attorney and it's very likely his name will come up. I was referred by several advisors during my divorce but one friend I knew professionally said, he was my opposing counsel and I wouldn't wish him on anyone. He's been practicing law forever and it's pretty obvious when you talk with him. He's tried every case in the book, likely many times over. He's reasonably priced considering that he never wastes a moment of you time or money. The man does it for pleasure and it's pretty clear when the case finally hits settlement.

He made a difficult time go much easier and always kept me in the loop. His staff is alway there to answer question that came up from time to time. Wolf was reccomended to me by a friend and I 've recommended him to another friend already and I will do so again.

Not knowing anything about divorce proceedings, Wolf and his AMAZING team (Anthony & Heather) kept me in the "know" all the time. They are the best.....plain and simple. Wolf got me thr ough my divorce in 9 months....and it could have taken a lot longer for sure. I was awarded what was due to me and then some. He is truly a genius at his profession. I cannot express to him how grateful I am for getting me through one of the toughest moments in my life. If anyone ever were to ask me about him......I can go on forever expressing what a fabulous lawyer he is and how he will work his very best for every client he takes on.

I was a client of attorney Anderson. I liked his legal ability and ability to handle difficult tasks, and his knowledge of the legal community. I did not like his manipulative ways toward me, and his pressure of me to accept terms that I did not like regarding the divorce without reasonable explanation. These are not personal attacks, insulting comments, or accusations and I am being as objective as possible.

toWolfgang has represented me twice.With my first divorce negotiating a fair settlement that included my obtaining custody of my kids.Something quite unusual for a father at that time.He recently helped me once again after a lengthy marriage.He is a tough opponent for any attorney.No one wants to face him in court and because of that is able to get things done.I would reccommend him to anyone.His knowledge is second to none and his fees are extremely reasonable.He would never try to run up a bill.On the contrary,his intention is to keep you informed of costs and to advise how to eliminate unneccessary expenses.My HIGHEST reccommendation.

Wolfgang represented my daughter in a very unpleasant divorce. He did an outstanding job and the results were excellant. I have referred other cases to him and he has never disappointed me or his clients.

I was referred to Wolfgang several months ago in what I thought would be a simple divorce case. He was very upfront and honest with me about what to expect. Knowing that court should be used as a last resort and can be highly unpredictable, if you have to go to court Wolfgang is the best to represent you. He was extremely thorough and although his "boot camp" was probably tougher that the actual proceeding it was well worth it. He is supported by a great staff who really helped me through the process by keeping me aware of what to expect and what was happening. I would highly recommend Wolfgang.

Despite the good recommendations, he does not listen to what his clients want. Sent multiple correspondences without them being reviewed first. Was unwilling to settle the case even though I wanted to settle. If you want a lawyer who will start a fight where none exists, then Wolf is your man.

I was recommended by Wolfgang from a friend who had a challenging divorce from her husband. Upon meeting him, he explained the pros and cons to my case and was very confident in what I could get and what I would not. He is completely straight forward and honest with his clients and takes personal interest in the cases. Supporting him are 2 AWESOME paralegals, Anthony and Heather, who are extremely responsive and easy to work with. What I really liked about working with them is that they did not nickel and dime me for simple e-mails like other attorneys will. They are reasonable and fair with their fees. I have and will continue to recommed Wolfgang and his staff to anyone needing a divorce attorney. This is the person you want on your side.

I was recommended to Wolf about 10 years ago when my wife and i first started having problems. This recommendition came from a good friend and then head of King County Arbitration. I considered this a excellent reference considering all the attorneys she has worked with.
A year ago our problems came to a head and I hired Wolfgang to handle my case. He is at the top of his game, extremely efficent and does what he can to keep your cost down which we all appreciate. His staff, Anthony and Heather are a great assett to his team and do a excellent job of keeping you informed of what is going on and what is coming up.
Hire him, not only will you appreciate how he handles your case, he and his staff are a pleasure to deal with during your troubled times.

Wolfgang comes HIGHLY recommended!
After a year and a half trying to get closure on my divorce, I heard about Wolfgang as the man to "get it done", fired my non-adversarial style attorney and hired a "pitbull" to help me. With only a few months to go before my trial date, Wolf formed a solid case which included the enforcement of an existing pre-nup I had with my wife. Even after 17+ years of marriage, he used the pre-nup along with financial tracing discoveries... deposed my "ex" and put together enough of a case to hold the weight we needed to settle very favorably in mediation.
She ended up with HALF of what I had been offering her previously. WOW!
He and his excellent staff are extremely responsive thru-out this whole difficult process.
Very professional. He's a bit like a "Columbo" personality with a "chip on his shoulder"! LOL ; )
I would hate to be the opposing attorney going against this guy.
He's had thousands of cases just in the King County family court system... and he doesn't lose!
Get "Wolf" on your side, and you will be in good hands.

Joe

Getting a divorce was not a decision I took quickly. It took me years to finally realize that this was the step I had to take. Great work went into finding the right attorney to represent me. I chose Wolfgang Anderson. Not only was he refered to me by many people I spoke with, I felt an instant confidence in our initial meeting.
During the length of the divorce, I went through many emotions. He was there for me answering all the questions, and giving excellent advice. At one time during this period, I felt a strong need to look ahead, and secure a place for me to live when this was all over. The market is good to buy, and I put a offer on a home. I never signed the papers, on the advice of Wolfgang. Thankfully, I listened!
As I am writing this review, my ex-husband is moving out of the home we have shared for 20 years. The home is mine now, with the help of Wolfgang Anderson. By following the advice given to me, by him. Listen to the attorney's advice! That's what you pay for.

Wolfgang is the very best you can get! He is straight forward and doesn't promise what he can't deliver. He will tell you exactly where you stand and what to expect. When he says you need to do something, take his word for it and follow his instructions. I did, even though I wasn't sure, and it paid off big time. Wolfgang always responds in a timely manner, he won't leave you waiting for information. He put my ex's lawyer to shame in the fact that he knew what he was doing, what he was talking about, what the law says, and how to get the best deal possible. I would highly recommend Wolfgang to anyone, just as he was recommended to me. I have thanked my coworker repeatedly for recommending Wolfgang to me. I would also say that his staff is the best. Heather and Anthony were always on top of anything I needed and were prompt with all letters or correspondence. I really have no way to thank Wolf enough for what he did for me.

I just went through a divorce last month. I was referred to Wolf by a colleague at work. Here at work, we're an extended family unit, my colleague truly looked out for me by suggesting that I go see Wolf for legal representation in my divorce. I was absolutely amazed by the tenacity and perseverance with which Wolf handled my case. He was, at the same time, very accomodating and compassionate when dealing with me. Theresa, his partner, is a great lawyer as well. Wolf's paralegals, Anthony and Heather are truly amazing ! Everyone at the office was truly nice, which made the whole experience bearable. I would recommend Wolf to a close friend or family member in a heartbeat ! Wolf was extremely reasonable with his fees as well. I ended up spending alot less money on my legal fees than my ex did.

Wolfgang comes across as a "Columbo":cluttered office w/ a fiercely loyal and dedicated staff.Once he's in action,however,he's formidable and unflinching in his pursuit of his client's best interests.His local reputation is near legendary and I'm so grateful he represented me in a difficult settlement.My name is Cheryl Gagne

Wolfgang and his staff are the absolute best you can get. Wolfgang is a no-nonsense, tell it like it is kind of gentleman. He knows his law and never walks into any situation without a game plan and strategy at hand. His expertise, knowledge and strategy got my children and I a good settlement.

Wolfgang is a brilliant tactician, a diplomat in negotiations and a gladiator in the courtroom. I am thankful that he was on my side. (I'm a lawyer who needed a lawyer and I got the best)

Wolfgang is excellent. He does everything in a timely manner and tries to keep the costs down. He knows his profession and is a true advocate for his clients.

Wolfgang was my second attorney (had to fire my first attorney) and he turned my divorce around from a nightmare to somewhat of a victory for me and my son.
He is extremely aware of the law and works for the client's best interests; no un-needed expenses, and he kept the billable hours manageable.
Because of Wolfgang, I was able to keep my home and my son received what he deserved; equal time with BOTH his parents.
My ex spent two and half times what I did in the divorce process and still with her high profile attorney(s), still could not beat Wolfgang's capabilities.
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I recommend Wolfgang and his team on a regular basis.

Wolfgang recently handled my divorce. He and his staff did a superb job for me. He knows family law inside and out and he really looked out for me.
He has excellent paralegals helping him--Anthony and Heather which I dealt with a lot regarding paperwork, interogs, etc. Everyone in the office was great and for an unpleasant thing to go through, they made it bearable.
I met with Wolf for a consultation and he gave me good advice. My husband wanted to work through a mediator and Wolf told me if it didn't work out to come see him. After a couple sessions, it was obvious it wasn't going to work--I needed someone on my side. I called Wolf up and he took it from there. He is tough, knows the law and is gutsy. I knew he was always looking out for me.
Our situation was a little complicated but Wolf understood it from the beginning which saved me time and money. My ex-husband and his attorney dragged things out and made it far more complicated than it needed to be. Wolf had me do things that saved me money and I appreciate that about him. I felt like I had my dad helping me.
Wolf knows all of the judges, mediators, and attorneys in the area. I always felt like I was in good, competent hands. I can't say enough good things about him and his staff. He was representing two women I work with at the same time as my divorce and we all had good experiences and great results. We would all highly recommend him.

I was told "if you need a divorce attorney in Seattle, there's nobody better than Wolfgang Anderson" and it was true. I had friends who had agreed to far less than a fair settlement just to get out of an abusive marriage or avoid having to battle it out with their ex. I decided I wasn't going to let that happen to me, but with a husband who was controlling and intimidating, I knew I needed help. I hired Wolf based on referral and reputation and then trusted in his knowledge and expertise. In the end, my settlement, even after legal fees were paid, was much higher than the amount my ex originally proposed. In addition to standing up for my legal interests, Wolf and his office staff gave me support and encouragement. I had complete confidence that I would survive the process and come out alright--and I did.

Wolfgang Anderson was recommended to me by several people, one of whom told me that her complicated high profile divorce had cost her under $15,000! That seemed hard to swallow at the time, but after working with Wolf I am a believer. He is one of the most honest hardworking and practical people I have worked with, and he kept me informed and supported at all times throughout the process. I had an unusual situation which required extraordinary competence and expertise. Wolfgang Anderson is a fixture, and he knows EVERYTHING there is to know about family law, and everyone in every courthouse. He is a straight shooter and you want him at your back. My ex spent 3 times as much and remains very unhappy with the results. Mr. Anderson gave me excellent advice and charged me fairly. i could not recommend anyone more highly in Family Law and Divorce. His character is beyond reproach and his humor is an extra bonus in stressful times.