Wolfgang Richter Anderson

Wolfgang Richter Anderson

4.8
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 59 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bothell, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials

12900 NE 180th Street Suite 155, Bothell, WA

About Wolfgang

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 59 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1966

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Location

Anderson, Fields & McIlwain, Inc., P.S.

12900 NE 180th Street Suite 155, Bothell, WA, 98011

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Wolfgang Richter Anderson's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

81 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 20 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Lauren | January 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Wolfgang: Practical and Didn't Waste my Money

I hired Wolfgang -- and his paralegal Anthony -- for my divorce case. I had heard rave reviews from another friend who had hired him. The best thing I liked about Wolf was that he is practical. My ex and I were able to negotiate the settlement agreement ourselves, and Wolf supported that idea. "The ...more you two can work out together without the lawyers talking to each other, the better." I would talk to my ex, we'd come up with a proposal, and I'd run it past Wolf and Anthony. I felt this process decreased the tension and possible animosity between my ex and I. Wolf knew what battles to fight and which ones to drop. I wanted to see if my ex could pay my property taxes, and Wolf said no. He said I should pay them myself. He was right. Our lawyers could have spent hours arguing over a tax bill. The legal fees would have been more than the tax bill, and in the end, I would likely have had to pay my taxes anyway. Initially, one of my worries about getting divorced was the expense of a lawyer. I felt like Wolf was not trying to run up my bill, which I really appreciated.

Posted by Camilla | January 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic Attorney

It was pure luck that a friend referred me to Wolfgang’s practice, and hiring him and his paralegal Anthony was the best decision I made regarding my divorce. Wolf is a brilliant attorney with a lifetime of legal experience and expertise, which he skillfully applied to ensure the best possible outcom...e for my case. Wolfgang and Anthony are both highly experienced at what they do and have worked together for more than 20 years – the best team I could have asked for to represent me, and I feel lucky Wolfgang took on my case. Getting a divorce means stepping into the great unknown, but thanks to these two I always felt assured I was in expert hands. Their communication is exceptional, with Anthony always being one step ahead, never missing a single detail. I almost never had to wait more than an hour for a response, and usually heard back within minutes of sending an email. Wolf’s rates are very reasonable ($100 for an initial consultation that sold me on him) and they charged me much less than most others would have, saving me money not just in terms of their rates, but also due to their incredible efficiency, always looking to keep my expenses down without ever sacrificing quality representation. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending this amazing duo to anyone!

Posted by Wayne | May 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Stop looking, This is the guy for the job!!!!!!!

Divorce is like an uneasy sea of loneliness, uncertainty, and self-doubt. Stop drowning in these feelings and do what I did. Ever seen pulp fiction? When you’re in trouble you call the Wolf. With divorce it’s no different. Wolfgang will pull you out from sea of problems and questions, and get you o...n the right track properly, efficiently, and quickly. Wolfgang and his amazing paralegal Anthony are a dynamic duo. They have over 20 years working together and I felt at ease once I retained them as my team. His costs were more than fair and the work they put out was amazing. In my case I had been together with my ex for 15 years married for 5. In the last few years of my marriage my ex shifted to being the bigger bread winner and took no time to feel she was better than me. This is not an uncommon thing in the way of divorce. My ex had sought counsel 5 months prior to telling me about divorcing, all while having me jump through hoops in the promise these things would fix our marriage. Wolf wasn’t fazed at all and said that the only thing she had done was cost herself a lot more money. We had bought a huge house that she said she’d be taking along with my health care and my animals. No kids thank goodness but had that been present, I know Wolf wouldn’t have disappointed. My divorce took place during the pandemic forcing me to stay with loved ones until I could be made whole from my ex who was trying to strong arm me financially. I spoke with another attorney who charged me $575 for an hour and a half talk with little information coming my way. Furthermore the other attorney immediately wanted to file unnecessary injunctions that would have cost more money, and made things more complicated. Wolf talked to me briefly before I retained him and even encouraged me to interview others, but said it might cost me to do so. After reviewing him online I knew I had found the right person. He made everything simple to understand and always ready with a plan no matter what the opposing counsel sent my way. Wolf and Anthony’s communication was on point! Quick to respond and always a step ahead. The firm my ex hired didn’t stand a chance against the years of experience Wolf has. He’s nationally and locally recognized and for good reason. In the end, Wolf came out with what he promised and in a timely manner, all during a pandemic. Stop looking and make the first step to getting your life back. Life doesn’t have to end with divorce, for me it was a new beginning and a proper one thanks to these two amazing people. Hands down one of the best decisions I have ever made!

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A Family Friend referred me to Wolf and it was a wise choice

Wolf and Anthony are very experienced advocates and make an excellent team. When stepping into the great unknown, their process of communication and document requests is helpful. They remain exceedingly rational through it all and that is what a client needs, particularly when the opposing party is b...itter, emotional, and unpredictable. Logistically, the location of their office is convenient as it is relatively central off of Eastlake and parking is pretty easy.

Posted by Robert | May 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A great guy to work with.

Simply said, I would 100%, without a doubt recommend Wolf to anyone who may be thinking about getting a divorce. Wolf and his team were very easy to work with, they explained everything completely and did what they had to do to make my divorce as painless as possible. I couldn't imagine there is anyo...ne out there who is easier to work with or who cares more about their clients future than Wolf and Anthony. A divorce is not a simple procedure, there will be bumps in the road, but Wolf and his team will keep you on track.

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Wolfgang Richter Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Leslie Olson

Family lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"There is a reason Wolfgang Anderson is legendary. Any lawyer working as opposing counsel knows that his powers of persuasion are incredibly effective in court. As a client, you can rely on Wolf to present the best side of your case. Wolf's experience, skill, and record of results is unsurpassed."

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Mark Olson

Family lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Wolfgang. I've worked with and against Wolfgang for many years. I have only the higest respect for his skills and abilities. There are only a few attorneys who can match Wolfgang's power or persuasion in settlement negotations or in the courtroom."

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Michael Bugni

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Wolfgang Anderson as highly competent and professional in the area of family law. Though I have opposed him in cases for several decades now, he has kindly served as a mentor to me and to many other family law attorneys in Seattle. His word is his bond which is extremely refreshing in this field. In a word, there's none of the normal "monkey business" when you are dealing with Wolfgang Anderson."

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Richard Hart

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Wolfgang is one of the most recognized pros in the NW and he deserves his big reputation. He gets right to the issues, gets the absolute best results obtainable at great value, and moves on to his many other good clients. Best paralegal support in town too (aside from my own) I would send my own brother over there."

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Rodney Pierce

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have handled several domestic relation matters where Wolfgang was opposing counsel. I found him to be exceptionally well prepared and a committed advocate for his clients while he has always been willing to seek an amicable resolution which served his clients' best interests. He was equally prepared to do battle to protect those same interests. although having him as opposing counsel is no picnic, I would certainly want him on my side going into any divorce or related domestic relations matter."

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Patrick Trudell

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wolf is a friend of mine and a fellow lawyer. I have known him for over fifteen years. He is a quality person and a great lawyer. He is one of the best divorce lawyers in the Seattle area. He is sensitive to the needs of his client, he knows when to settle a case and he knows when to try a case. I refer clients to Wolf on a regular basis."

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Shawn Briggs

Family lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Wolf is an outstanding family law lawyer. He is a brilliant legal strategist and master in the courtroom. He gives straight, solid advice to his clients and is fearless in battle. The clients I have referred to him have all thanked me."

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Sherri Anderson

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wolf Anderson is a strong and ethical advocate for his clients. Wolf is practical and gives his clients realistic advice. While a formidable opponent, Wolf is also a pleasure to work with as an opposing attorney."

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Gary Slater

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have worked with Wolf on several cases over the course of the last thirty (30) years. He is truly exemplary in his problem-solving approaches and clearly ranks among those who make fellow family-law practitioners proud of what we do. He is always a pleasure to work with and, very often, we have been able to resolve cases without having to put clients through the often onerous milieu of discovery. I have referred cases to him in conflict situations and he has done likewise, That, I think, is a mark of the respect which we have for each other."

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Christopher Shank

Family lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have been opposing counsel to this attorney for over twenty years on numerous cases. He does a great job and a pleasure to work with, regardless of whether we agree or disagree on issues. My opinion is that he is one of the best attorneys in the Seattle area."

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A. Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Wolfgang is a great laweyr with a formidable reputation in family law. He should be rated a 10 in anybody's book. "

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Mark Olson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Leslie Olson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Richard Hart

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Bugni

Family lawyer

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Rodney Pierce

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Patrick Trudell

Personal injury lawyer

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Shawn Briggs

Personal injury lawyer

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Sherri Anderson

Family lawyer

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Gary Slater

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2025

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

America's Best Lawyer, Woodward/White

2013

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Super Lawyer, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1977 - Present

Principal, Anderson, Fields, McIlwain & Dermody, Inc., P.S.

1970 - 1977

Lawyer, Jonson & Jonson

1966 - 1970

Attorney, Judge Advocate General's Office

Associations

1967 - Present

Member

1967 - Present

Member

1970 - 2007

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Pippins v. Jankelson, 110 Wn. 2d 475 (1988)

Brossman v. Brossman, 32 Wn. App. 851 (1982)

In re The Marriage of Freedman, 23 Wn. App. 27 (1979)

In re The Marriage of Glass, 67 Wn. App. 378 (1992)

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Education

1966

University of Washington Law School

Juris Doctorate

Speaking Engagements

2007

AAML Conference

Boutique Issues

2005

AAML Conference

Property Division

Publications

2000

Divorce in Washington Divorce in Washington

Languages

German

English

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