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Philip R. Shucklin

Philip R. Shucklin

4.5
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 45 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Adoption, Guardianship ... +3 more

2000 112th Avenue Northeast, Bellevue, WA

About Philip

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Adoption 5%

46 years

5%
Guardianship 5%

46 years

5%
Mediation 5%

46 years

5%
Probate 2%

46 years

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 45 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1980

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Location

Philip R. Shucklin, P.S.

2000 112th Avenue Northeast, Bellevue, WA, 98004-2913

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Philip R. Shucklin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Scott | November 15, 2021 | Probate

Good Advice

Being a longtime professional I know when I'm seeing one, even when like me I have known Mr. Shucklin since eighth grade, so there is a long and positive record of this man for me both inside and outside his occupation. A fine lawyer who helped me sort out issues related to a family estate.

Posted by Cheryl | July 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

Worst mistake I ever made

Very un-knowledgeable and led me down the wrong path. Told me this was a "non-alimony" state, and robbed me of any alimony I had coming. My ex had a retirement set up for us both, from a 20 year marriage, and told me I had to find another lawyer if I wanted to attempt to get any portion of the fund.... I would never recommend him to anyone.

Posted by Mike | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Solid and compansionate representation

I hired Phil through my company's legal benefits to help me through a recent divorce. He was a calm and steady advocate who listened to me and understood my needs through a difficult time of my life. I was very happy with his representation, and his humor kept things from getting too heavy. I am cont...inuing to use him as other issues arise.

Posted by Jed | February 21, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent strategist. Good friend.

I found Phil via a cold search on Google. A divorce was in my future. I had never hired an attorney. I ran across another guy who was well reviewed and who I thought sounded bright. He was full up. I asked him for a recommendation. He said: "I worked with this one attorney on a complex fam...ily law case and he was extremely creative and effective...Phil Shucklin." I liked that description. Phil was available and invited me in for a consult that afternoon. I found Phil to indeed be creative and effective and a-lot more. Straightway, he listened to my case and my objectives, and I can't stress this enough, he immediately made me comfortable that this daunting process was manageable, that he could pull it off, and that things would be okay. Fast forward to the end. My divorce was managed professionally, strategically, economically, and quickly. I met Phil in March. The divorce was final in November. I went into the case concerned that I wouldn't get a fair shake. Phil was able to frame things in a way that I feel like I did. He was tough when we needed to be tough. He showed a great sense of managing the various people involved. This may sound odd, but he showed a very good feel for the case. Phil was always available. Phone call access to him personally was never a problem. Emails were always responded to promptly. Phil showed a great sense for managing my investment in the case...putting good time in when necessary. Exercising restraint when not. I truly don't feel like a dime or an hour was wasted. I was never mired in minutiae. Conversations with Phil were always at a conceptual and a strategic level. He and his staff took those strategies and concepts and managed all the tactics behind the scenes. The fun part was this. Phil always took extra time off the books to talk with me about my life status, my kids, his family, his kids, the Seahawks...I really cannot recommend the guy favorably enough. I've already recommended Phil to a number of my friends. For a family law matter, at this point, I wouldn't go anywhere else. Phil...thanks.

Posted by Mike | February 13, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

I highly recommend Phil for any divorce or child custody issues.

Phil handled my divorce several years ago and also the ammendments that were required afterwards when I got full custody of my children. Phil did a great job and I would highly recommend him. I have already recommended him to 2 of my closest friends who were also highly satisfied with Phil's work.

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Philip R. Shucklin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Susan O'Brian

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Phil a long time and had the privilege of working with him (as opposing counsel) on some very difficult cases. Phil is knowledgeable, creative, and honest. I highly recommend him."

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Andrew Benjamin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is experienced, skilled and pragmatic in his representation. Although he is a zealous advocate, he has a clear head and does not inflame passions and destroy relationships, like some of his colleagues. He is a good man who can make the divorce process bearable, easy to understand and a bit more humane."

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Robert Sifferman

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Phil for more than ten years and recommend him for family law and related issues. He combines years of experience with a practical way of looking at your individual case. He cares about people and will make the extra effort to help you. I endorse Phil Shucklin."

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W Phipps

Family lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Phil Shucklin is an experienced and skilled litigator. Additionally, he is also compassionate, kind, and patient which are all requisites in the family law field. Phil zealously advocates for each and every one of his clients. I would highly endorse this attorney!"

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Scott Robbins

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have know and worked with Phil for over 12 years. His knowledge of Family Law and the Family law system is second to no one. Phil is very conscious and has excellent comunication skills, which is important in all legal matters but maybe even more so in Family Law cases."

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Andrea Taylor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have opposed Phil on several matters over the past fifteen years. In every matter, he has been a very effective advocate for his client. His professional courtesy in dealing with matters allows for efficient resolution without unnecessary litigation."

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Rosemarie LeMoine

Family lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Phil brings a wonderful sense of perspective to all his cases--smart, honest, but knowing what the important issues in the case are, and not wasting time or his client's money on issues that don't matter. It is always a pleasure to have Phil as opposing counsel-- he does a great job for his clients!"

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Kathryn Fields

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Shucklin has been my opposing counsel on three divorce cases to date. His integrity is beyond dispute and his word is his bond. He is one of those few whom you can make a verbal agreement with and know it won't change after you hang up the phone. When clients have cases needs that are outside my area of practice or outside the counties to which I limit my practice, I'm comfortable referring them to Mr. Shucklin. I've known his rates to be reasonable and he attends to his clients' needs in a timely manner."

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1994 - 2014

Attorney, Philip R. Shucklin P.S.

1991 - 1991

Attorney, Norman R. Leopald & Associates

1991 - 1994

Partner, Anderson, Shucklin & Ellis

1980 - 1991

Partner, Hoof, Shucklin & Harris

Associations

1998 - Present

Eastside Legal Assistance Program

Volunteer Attorney

1995 - Present

King County Arbitration Program

Arbitrator

1994 - Present

King County Volunteer Settlement Conference Program

Mediator

1992 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1985 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

1980 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2002

Eastside Legal Assistance Program

President

1996 - 1997

Eastside Domestic Violence Program

President

Education

1979

Washington State Bar Association

Law Clerk Program

1974

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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