John Stocks
Open for Business- Auburn, WA
- Licensed for 30 years
- Free consultation
About John
Practice areas
- Divorce and separation: 75%
John Stocks has extensive experience in Family Law, from the complex divorce to the simple uncontested case. He states: "I use a wife range of tools & techniques to resolve cases -- trials, mediations, arbitrations, and negotiations)." This includes divorce, custody, child support, alimony, adoptions, property awards, & same-sex agreements/agreements.
31 years, 1,500 cases
- Child custody: 10%
John Stocks has tried, mediated, & solved thousands of parenting plan & custody issues since 1991 as a advocate, trial lawyer and mediator. He states: "Clients are passionate & emotional about their children & I have learned how to balance this with the law to protect my client's interests and rights."
31 years, 1,100 cases
- Child support: 10%
John Stocks thrives with financial records and math calculations (child support worksheets). He states: "most attorneys went to law school to avoid math; but not me, I love math!" When it comes to calculating child support or other financial issues, I don't shy away.
31 years, 5,000 cases
- Criminal defense: 5%
John Stocks has successfully handled over 10,000 criminal counts/charges against his clients since 1991, ranging from serious felonies, including white collar crimes, Class A, B, and C felonies, down to the simple misdemeanors. He states: "I rarely consider a guilty plea because fighting the charges will often result in the best result."
31 years, 200 cases
Languages spoken
French, Russian
Client's Choice 2016Client's Choice 2015Client's Choice 2014Client's Choice 2012Client's Choice 2010Contact
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| WA | Active | 1991 | 05/07/2022 |
Excellent, Experienced, Professional Attorney
5.0 stars
Posted by James
December 26, 2018
Excellent divorce attorney
5.0 stars
Posted by Alissa
March 28, 2018
Outstanding Attorney and Person.
5.0 stars
Posted by Kevin Kangara
February 19, 2018
VERY PROMPT AND DETAILED
5.0 stars
Posted by RUBEN
November 26, 2016
Excellent Choice
5.0 stars
Posted by anonymous
October 28, 2016
Thorough and Detailed
5.0 stars
Posted by Shannon
October 28, 2016
John Stocks
5.0 stars
Posted by Carol
October 27, 2016
Cool Attorney! Very smart and great to work with!
5.0 stars
Posted by Gale
October 27, 2016
Best of the Best
5.0 stars
Posted by Shannon
October 27, 2016
Divorce case
5.0 stars
Posted by Brenda
October 27, 2016
Attorney endorsements
(21)
Natalie De Maar, Unknown Attorney on Nov 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. John is a hardworking and excellent attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and obtains good outcomes for his clients.
Patricia Steele, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. John Stocks in an aggressive advocate with a common sense approach to his cases that is both refreshing and effective. I would recommend him to anyone dealing with family law issues.
Cost
- Hourly Rates $400-$400/hour
- Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
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