Stacey Lynne Smythe

Stacey Lynne Smythe

4.5
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 33 years

Family Lawyer at Issaquah, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Probate

22525 S.E 64th Pl., Suite #2276, Issaquah, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 33 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1992

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ADVOCATES LAW GROUP PLLC

22525 S.E 64th Pl., Suite #2276, Issaquah, WA, 98027

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Stacey Lynne Smythe's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 17 reviews

Posted by Tracy | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Attorney

Stacey Smythe is an outstanding attorney, I confidently recommend her services. When I first met and hired Stacey, I was going through a divorce. Stacey worked diligently with me, keeping me updated every step of the way. In this situation I was particularly impressed with her promptness in respo...nse to my questions. Stacey was extremely accessible during and after business hours, which was comforting to me considering how stressful divorce can be. Stacey not only helped with my divorce, but years later she helped with secondary schooling for my 18 year old son. From the beginning I have been impressed by her honesty, competence and moral compass. I would not hesitate to use her again in the future should I need an attorney.

Posted by Stan | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Top Notch Family Law and Probate Attorney

My spouse was going under the knife in two days when I contacted Stacey. She really pulled out the stops to get a durable power of attorney, health care proxy and last will and testament together for us both. I was referred to Stacy by a friend who used her in her divorce case, and who loved her w...ork. She's fast, reliable, and really good at what she does. I can't recommend her highly enough.

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2016 | Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Unprofessional, unethical. AVOID THIS ATTORNEY

I was referred to this attorney by a friend and met with her at her office. Before even seeing her face, the receptionist made me sign something that Ms. Smythe later used against me to charge me for the privilege of sitting in her office evaluating whether or not she was right for my case. She filed... a Notice of Appearance w/out my consent (she then filed something to negate that filing and charged me for all of it) and later sent me ANOTHER CLIENTS DOCUMENTS accidentally which she apologized for. This is an unethical, unprofessional attorney and I filed a bar complaint against her unjust practices of requiring someone to agree to her fee before they even meet her. She has now taken that time she overcharged me for and is attempting to pursue me through a collection agency for an amount that has now been inflated further. Honestly, the family law bar needs to become more professional and stop these types of practices which are harmful to clients who are already in a difficult situation.

Stacey Smythe

Replied last August 15, 2016

There obviously was miscommunication between us and for that I apologize. I think it’s important to put this in context. I met with this client 3 years ago. The document my receptionist had her sign was a standard intake sheet, very similar to what any attorney or doctor would have you sign at your first appointment. The intake form asks the client to confirm that the client understands that they are financially responsible for appointments with the attorney and it has a signature line and date. I met with this client who engaged my services. The client then sent me several emails and documents to review and asked that I provide an opinion which I did. It is true that my paralegal sent a document by email that was intended for another client. The document was a court pleading and did not contain any sensitive material and it became part of the public record. I reduced the bill as a courtesy but this person has never paid me for the services I provided to her. Again, I accept responsibility for the miscommunication or misunderstanding.

Posted by Ted | June 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Stacey was great!

Stacey was instrumental in getting my Parenting Plan worked out. She walked me through the process and help craft the plan that worked best for me and my son. Very knowledgeable, helpful, and knows how to get things done!

Posted by Jody Bickle | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Stacey Smythe is the BEST lawyer, and wonderful person. Truely cares for her clients, and serves them well. Has never failed me!

Right from the first meeting I knew Stacey Smythe would be my forever lawyer. I hired her when my ex husband was threatening to take my kids, and everything from me in our divorce. Not only did my ex back off when she caught him in lies. He was scared of her. He agreed to almost everything I wanted. ...Eventually when our situations changed, and papers needed to be revised, Stacey made revisions a piece of cake. She is a bull dog, and gets the job you hired her for done. I have followed her to three locations. I have full custody of my two children, moved to a new city, with papers that are in the best interest of my children's well being. I am grateful for her every day. I have recommended her to my family, clients and friends who have all hired her for her expertise, they too have been happy with her services for various legal needs. She is honest about what it will take to get what you need completed. Prices only went up for me when I had complications unforeseen due to the other parties actions. Stacey even helped give her professional opinion to my sister in another state, and suggestions as to what she should do in her case. Might I add, on her personal time. I am so grateful for her advise. My sister said it helped her make some very important decisions. Word of mouth goes a long way for me. Stacey was highly recommended to me 8 years ago, and it has been a pleasure working with her. I am proud to have Stacey Smythe continue to represent my family, my friends, my clients. Honestly, I am thankful I was recommended to her. I look at my two children, and know their lives would be very different if I hadn't had her to represent us. From the bottom of my heart THANK YOU!!! You truly get what you pay for. Worth EVERY penny!

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Stacey Lynne Smythe's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Mcgoran

Family lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stacey is a knowledgeable,hard working caring attorney. She is a great choice to be your advocate."

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Tatyana Gidirimski

Family lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Stacey is knowledgeable, devoted to her clients, passionate about her profession, and is a great advocate."

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Jody Cloutier

Family lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Stacey on a contentious family law matter. She provided her client with aggressive representation while at the same time she was polite, courteous, and solution-focused with me."

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Kathryn Peterson

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Stacey is an thoughtful attorney who is circumspect in counseling clients. Stacey has significant experience and is well respected in the community, I would send my own family members to Stacey for advice."

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Jordan Enright

Unknown lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Other

"Stacey Smythe is committed to providing each and every client excellent service. Her compassion for her clients is balanced well with her ability to not stop until the job is done."

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Kimberly Macdonald

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have received only positive feedback from clients that I have referred over the years. She is dedicated and does a great job for her clients."

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Marianne Jones

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stacey Smythe is hard working. She has a never quit attitude which benefits her clients. She listens to her clients and works toward their goals. Stacey's legal knowledge and experience is impressive."

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Molly Kenny

Family lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Stacey is bright, energetic, caring and very committed to delivering exceptional legal services to all her clients. She leaves no stone unturned."

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Natalie De Maar

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Stacey and her firm with our joint support of a New Beginnings a wonderful organization that helps victims of domestic violence."

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Michael De Maar

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Stacey is a bright and hardworking colleague who is on my firm's short list for referrals."

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Douglas Miller

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I began working with Stacey earlier this year and have found her to be an exceptionally well qualified Estate Planner. No matter the complexity of the estate, or the unique wishes of a client, Stacey always delivers top notch service. I strongly endorse her."

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Michael Regeimbal

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Stacey for many years. I wholheartedly endorse her."

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Scott Terry

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Stacey for many years and have referred several cases to her in the past. I have found her to be very competent, and I have always received excellent feedback from those whom I have referred to her. At times we have had mutual clients who required representation involving each of our respective expertise. I have always been impressed with the high quality representation she provides her clients and I will continue to refer with confidence."

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Saphronia Young

Family lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Stacey Smythe is the first person I think of for referrals in the family law practice area. She is experienced, compassionate, and practical. She looks for ways to achieve the client's goals in a cost-effective and timely fashion."

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Kathryn Peterson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jordan Enright

Business lawyer

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Scott Terry

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jan Rinker

Family lawyer

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Michael De Maar

Family lawyer

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Molly Kenny

Family lawyer

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Douglas Miller

Criminal defense lawyer

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Saphronia Young

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Michael Regeimbal

Elder law lawyer

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Kimberly Macdonald

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Mary Schultz

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Karen Moore

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Marianne Jones

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Natalie De Maar

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

America's Most Honored Attorneys Top 10%, American Registry

2016

Top Attorney, Who's Who In American Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny

2015 - 2016

Attorney, Costello Law Firm

2009 - 2015

Principal, Smythe Law Offices, PS Inc.

1992 - 2009

Partner, Smythe & Smythe PS Inc.

Associations

1992 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

1992 - Present

King County Bar Association

Family Law Attorney Member

1992 - Present

Pierce County Bar Association

Family Law Attorney Member

1993 - 2002

Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation

Board of Directors

1993 - 2002

Lawyer-Pilot's Bar Association

Attorney Member

1992 - 2001

Auburn Downtown Association

Board of Directors

1992 - 2000

American Bar Association

Family Law Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Marriage of Hawthorne

Court of Appeals

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Education

1991

Seattle University School of Law

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1988

University of Puget Sound

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.),

Speaking Engagements

2002

Estate Planning for Seniors

Estate Planning

2000

Business Meeting

Estate Planning

Languages

English

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