Mark Steven Gouras

Mark Steven Gouras

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Child custody Lawyer at Kent, WA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family ... +4 more

6703 S. 234th Street, Suite 300, Kent, WA

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Child Custody 30%

My areas of concentration include heavily contested cases with issues of domestic violence, drug & alcohol abuse, neglect and psychiatric issues. I also have extensive experience with interstate and international custody and parental abduction cases.

39 years

30%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Separation cases include both married and unmarried couples in a Committed Intimate Relationship (a/k/a C.I.R., or Meretricious). I have extensive experience with long-term marriages and complicated estates involving professionals and small businesses.

39 years

30%
Alimony 10%

39 years

10%
Child Support 10%

39 years

10%
Family 10%

39 years

10%
Child Abuse 5%

39 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 39 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1986

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Location

Gouras Law Firm, PLLC

6703 S. 234th Street, Suite 300, Kent, WA, 98032

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Mark Steven Gouras's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

57 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 57 reviews

Posted by Sharon | October 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Attorney/Pro Tem

Mark Gouras was my Divorce Attorney. He knew I didn't have a lot of money, he kept right to the point. I could not have chosen better. Mark is the BEST of the very best!

Posted by Sally | May 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Adoption case involving multiple states

Mark Gouras and his team helped us with our adoption case which involved multiple states. He quickly resolved legal issues that had been plaguing us for years. He worked with another lawyer across state lines. If you are looking for a lawyer who is effective and capable, Mark Gouras is the best choic...e!

Posted by Zukhra | January 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The BEST

Mark is the BEST lawyer; he is the only one who told me honestly about expectations from my case. Not only helped me with my temporary parenting plan but also helped me navigate the legal system even in Florida. Only because of his hard work now I have communication with my children. His attention to... detail and expertise in the field made all the difference. Mark and his team are hardworking and support their client. Mark’s guidance and support were invaluable. His contributions are priceless, and I am truly grateful for everything he did. Thank you.

Posted by Claire | January 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Lawyer You Can Expect

Mark is my first lawyer who accept my divorce case and I was involved in a terrible divorce while my ex husband uses every way including the legal system as a way to abuse me and I personally am very depressed. Mark took over and really helped me greatly. I was very confused about which route my lif...e is going and he was patient along the way and fighted my rights with my abusing ex-husband. Due to my own uncertainty of my life and unwillingness to continue the path, Mark and I part way and then I find another lawyer who is not very professional and eventually lost my case. I am very grateful that I had Mark to present me and believe he is the most professional, smart and the best representation for some one who has to go through divorce. Just want to express my sincere thankfulness to Mark and Morgan. And trust me, you will not regret if you hire him if you are also going through legal battle of divorce.

Posted by LeeAnn | August 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Representation

I came to Mark after wasting time with another attorney for the beginning of my case. Mark made me feel secure that he would fight for the things that were important to me. He never dismissed my feelings or made me feel like I was asking too much. He was balanced and gave solid advice from his obv...ious many years of expertise. I could tell he really knew his way around the block and I felt comfortable that he would guide and support me every step of the way. In the end he made sure I reached a fair settlement and didn't concede too much to my ex. His paralegal Morgan is top-notch as well. She was so organized and made sure I was prepared every step of the way. She was often times pulling my ex's lawyer & team along because they were so disorganized and behind on things. I can't say enough good things about Mark and his team.

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Mark Steven Gouras's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alia Ahmed

Family lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked on opposing sides with Mr. Gouras. Mr. Gouras is hardworking, honest and compassionate towards the needs of his clients. I highly endorse his work."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Douglas Becker

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Mark has a highly knowledgeable and effective advocate."

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Kimberly McKeag

Family lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Deborah Gordon

Family lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Virginia Amis

Family lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I first met Mark Gouras when we were opposing on a family law case. He conducted himself with integrity and impressed me with his knowledge and skill. We have been partners for several years and my respect for him has grown. He is dedicated to his clients' needs and keeps abreast of the constant changes in family law. He is a fine litigator and negotiator and his clients benefit from his skill."

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Rachel Luke

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Slater

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked opposite of Mr. Gouras in numerous matters. I have also had occasion to refer clients to him when I have been unavailable or due to potential conflicts of interest. He is honest, respectful, knowledgeable and professional in every regard. He and I have always endeavored to achieve fair and equitable resolutions for our respective clients, thereby saving thousands of dollars in fees and costs and achieving a result which would fall within the range of a likely trial outcome. Those clients who I have referred to him have, to a person, reported that they were well served by Mr. Gouras and his competent staff. I would have no hesitancy whatsoever in recommending his services highly."

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Jason Gaber

Family lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had several cases where Mark is the opposing attorney over the last 10 years. In each case he handled the matter professionally and represented his client's interests with passion and excellence. I would not hesitate to recommend Mark to someone on a family law matter because I am confident they would be in good hands."

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Alia Ahmed

Family lawyer

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Douglas Becker

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kimberly McKeag

Family lawyer

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Deborah Gordon

Family lawyer

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Virginia Amis

Family lawyer

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Rachel Luke

Family lawyer

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Gary Slater

Family lawyer

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Jason Gaber

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2014

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2011

Who's Who in American Law -Marquis, Recognition of Achievement

2010

Who's Who in American Law -Marquis, Recognition of Achievement

2009

Who's Who in American Law -Marquis, Recognition of Achievement

2008

Who's Who in American Law -Marquis, Recognition of Achievement

2007

Recognition of Achievement, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2003

Attendee Missing Children's Day w/ Gov. Gary Locke, Operation Lookout

2001

Recognition of Achievement, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

2000

Recognition of Achievement, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Member, Gouras & Amis PLLC

2013 - 2023

Commissioner Pro Tem (Temporary), King County Superior Court

2007 - 2007

Owner, The Gouras Law Firm PLLC

1997 - 2006

Partner, Hillman & Gouras LLP

1993 - 1997

Owner, Law Office of Mark Gouras

1987 - 1993

Associate, Taylor Kiefer & Bartlett

Associations

2012 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2018

International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Member

1989 - 1990

American Bar Association

Member

1988 - 1989

American Bar Association

Member

1987 - 1988

American Bar Association

Member

1986 - 1996

King Co. Bar Association

Member

1986 - 1991

ABA Faimly Law Section

Member

1986 - 1991

King County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Parentage of McGlynn

Unpublished opinion in Div. I of Court of Appeals

Marriage of Pennamen

Published opinion in Div. I Court of Appeals

Marsh v. Whitson

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Education

1986

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

University of Washington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2002

International Conference of Professionals

Hague Convention

1996

International Conference for Missing Children for Northwest Professionals

Child Custody Litigation Under the Hague Convention

1994

International Conference for Missing Children for Northwest Professionals

Continuing jurisdiction under the Greenlaw Case

Publications

2004

Elias Publishing, LLC Divorce in King County Superior Court: A Practical Guide to Representing Yourself in Court

Languages

English

Activity

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