Gordon Lotzkar

Gordon Lotzkar

also known as LOTZKAR LAW FIRM

4.9
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Bellevue, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

11900 NE 1st St., Suite. 300, Bellevue, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 30 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1996

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Gordon Lotzkar

11900 NE 1st St., Suite. 300, Bellevue, WA, 98005

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Gordon Lotzkar's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

111 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 34 of 34 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | December 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

No one else I'd trust with my legal matters

Gordon has been my divorce lawyer for the last 3 years and I don't know where I'd be without him. I was very lost and had no knowledge of my rights when my ex-husband and I first separated. We have 3 children between us, and my ex was bullying me into not having to pay any child support, getting full... custody of my children, turning off all my utilities, etc. Gordon consistently explained my rights to me, gave his professional opinion, but also gave me the room to make my own decisions. I've always felt he's completely honest and transparent with me. He doesn't beat around the bush and is frank and direct. This is exactly what I needed to make my own informed decisions. My ex and I not only had a painful, drawn out divorce, but recently had to go back to mediation for other issues my ex had. Gordon once again hit the mark on every single part of mediation before, during, and after. Thanks to Gordon's counsel, every contesting part was found in my favor. There were several times I got the impression that my ex's lawyer had not counseled him well at all because Gordon was far more knowledgeable. In the end, everything was in my favor and I did not have to change a single thing. As a single working mother of 3, I don't know where I'd be without Gordon's help. He not only gives expert advice, but also has tried helping me financially by having his paralegal team do as much work as possible at a lower rate. He frequently provides things such as emails or calls at no cost, and his service is worth every penny. I have had the option several times of either representing myself or finding a different cheaper lawyer, and have never thought twice about it. I will continue to only use Gordon in the future and can rest easy knowing I have in my corner.

Posted by RP | August 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great lawyer. Saw me through a tough divorce

I availed the services of Lotzkar Law Firm for my divorce. It was a long drawn out case as there was a child involved and my ex-husband was not the easiest person to work with. Gordon and his staff guided me through each step of the way as I went to them when I was in dire need having just got o...ut of an abusive relationship. Gordon kept me sane and knew when it was time to play hardball with my ex and also when it was time to keep me reasonable. He never lost sight of the endgame which was to get me the divorce with the best result that I can get within a reasonable cost. Based on his vast 27 years of experience in family law, he has a thorough understanding of the law, the court system and how the judges/mediators like to rule. He was always available when I needed to ask his advice or when I wanted a clarification. He also spoke multiple times to my ex-spouse’s attorney to speed up the responses and proceedings. His staff were a god send, always being there to answer my nitpicking questions and managed all the documentation. I would definitely recommend the Lotzkar law firm for any divorce issues

Posted by Nellie | January 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommend Especially in Difficult Cases

I turned to The Lotzkar Law Firm for my divorce proceedings after a bad experience with another. In my first interview with Gordon, I found he had faced contentious cases many times before in his practice. His legal knowledge helped keep me 'sane' in an otherwise crazy-making situation. Throughout ...the process he and his assistants were always available for my (many) questions by email, phone, in person. They were empathetic, knowledgeable and redirected my energy toward tactics that helped me get a great settlement with a very contentious ex. He doesn't ask for a retainer fee and EVERY penny I spent was well earned. He delivers invoices that are completely transparent to inform you which activities and by whom, are billed. During one of my life's most difficult situations, I am truly grateful I selected the Lotzkar Law Firm. I recommend them highly for anyone looking for family legal advice/representation.

Posted by Ann | October 29, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Thumbs way up!

Gordon handled my divorce. It was an unusual case given that there was a prenuptial agreement involved and neither party was employed and we had children. He was the third lawyer I hired for the case. I wish I had hired him to begin with. Doing so would have saved me a lot of time money and grief. H...e is the perfect combination of reasonableness/ toughness and competance. I gave him the highest rating not because he got me the most money but because I got a fair settlement. He knows how to focus on the important things and will not take you down a path of arguing over the candlesticks at the rate of $300.00 and hour. Many lawyers are more than happy to have you quibble with your soon to be ex while they rack up their fees. He's absolutely trustworthy and knowledgeable. I have had three friends that have used him and all of them would use him again.

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Aaron Wolff

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 17

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"I strongly endorse Gordon Lotzkar. He is an excellent advocate with an outstanding reputation in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Gordon. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Deborah Gordon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Edward Hirsch

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Gordon Lotzkar. We have worked together on family law cases, including those that have gone up on appeal. I am very impressed with his strong ability to advocate for his clients at trial. And, I have seen firsthand the favorable court orders he obtained, as a result of his advocacy."

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Associations

1997 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

BC Law Society

Member

Education

1991

Seattle University

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of British Columbia

LL.B - Bachelor of Laws

1986

University of California - Berkeley

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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