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Larry Jerome Couture

Larry Jerome Couture

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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This lawyer has been disciplined by a state licensing authority. more

Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 80% Family
    40 years, 400 cases
  • 8% Criminal Defense
    41 years, 500 cases
  • 7% General Practice
    40 years, 150 cases
  • 5% Business
    40 years, 75 cases

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Hourly ($200-$350/hour), Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

Photos (2)

Videos (0)

I try to be an active member of my community and my profession. Over the years I have participated in many volunteer positions and on many boards. I act as a... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Trustworthy and Knowledgeable”

Posted by: Pat, 3 months ago.

Client Review: Mr. Couture was very helpful in a difficult divorce. He helped me to make good and fair decisions for myself, my children, and my former spouse,... more
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5 star rating

“My Lawyer rating”

Posted by: a Family client, about 3 years ago.

Client Review: Larry represented me in my last dissolution of marriage. He was responsive to my questions, well prepared for my case and was diligent in settlement... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

9 endorsements


Bruce Clement

Larry Couture has justifiably acquired a superb reputation among the Judges, Commissioners, and experienced family law attorneys in Pierce County WA.... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Bruce Clement , Federal Way (WA), 5 months ago
Ron Steingold

I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of exchanging information and views with Mr. Couture through the Washington Bar Association Family... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Ron Steingold , Edmonds (WA), About 1 year ago
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Résumé

 

License

41 years since Larry Jerome Couture was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1971 05/19/2012

This lawyer has been disciplined by a state licensing authority.

State Citation type Year cited Last updated by Avvo
Washington Censure 1992 05/19/2012

Work Experience

Position Duration
President at L. J. Couture P.S. 2012–present
Volunteer Mediator at Superior Court-Pierce County 2010–present
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of Oregon School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1971
University of Washington -Seattle History BA - Bachelor of Arts 1968

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association 1985

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Trustee Family Law Executive Committee (FLEC) 2011-present
Attorney Rater or Judge YMCA Mock Trial 2009-present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 11
Answers: 128 Legal Answers
4 Best Answers - chosen by asker
23 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
21 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Humor in the Courtroom Tacoma Newcomers Club Meeting 2011
Ethics and Getting Paid Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Family Law Section 2010
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