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Glen Allen St. Louis

Glen Allen St. Louis

also known as Glen St.Louis, Glen St. Louis

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Kirkland, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, International Law

9203 NE 142nd St, Kirkland, WA

About Glen

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 65%

Family law includes dissolution (divorce) & Legal Separation, property settlements, custody issues, intra-state jurisdiction issues, adoption, and trials, including but not limited to civil unions, same-sex relationships, domestic partnerships,

26 years

65%
Criminal Defense 20%

Defending those charged with a crime.

23 years

20%
International Law 15%

Hague Convention Issues pertaining to family law and international jurisdiction disputes

28 years

15%

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 26 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 29 years

State: California

Acquired: 1996

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Glen St Louis

9203 NE 142nd St, Kirkland, WA, 98034

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Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Very Happy Father

I’m the father of two girls and hired Glen St. Louis of The Law Office of Glen St.Louis to represent me during a difficult divorce to protect my girls and myself from a mother, and now former wife, who had a history or alcohol abuse and domestic violence toward not only me, but also hitting and beati...ng one of our girls heads into the hard floor and also twisting their arms when I was at work. She would do this when she got drunk. My former wife tried to turn the facts on their head by claiming it was me who was the alcoholic and abuser. This was very upsetting, but Mr. St. Louis told me to stay calm and we worked together in developing the case and establishing the evidence to support my case against my former wife’s lies. And he managed to that that caused my former wife to finally have to undergo abuse and alcohol treatment. I surely hope it helps her so she can get on the good side of our daughter’s again. I was very impressed with Mr. St. Louis’s professionalism, and his keen sense of knowing what the other side was up to almost every step of the way. He had my ex read to the T and ultimately could convince the court to see through her false allegations about me. I had to go into court at least 4 or 5 times and every time Mr. St. Louis prevailed for me. Over the course of the nearly my year long case, my former wife threw several different attorneys and experts at me, as if that was going to change anything, and each time, Mr. St. Louis took the appropriate steps to dial in the appropriate responses and strategy. Mr. St. Louis told me I should treat this like a football game and while having a plan, always make sure I make the adjustments to the offensive and defense plays that are thrown at you. Even after the dissolution. Mr. St. Louis would be available to answer questions and help me sort out difficulties with my former wife when she caused problems; and he would not charge me for those extra services. He was financially very reasonable and did not spend money to spend money. I always knew what I was billed for and he gave me plenty of breaks. He is very conscientious about his work and how expensive having an attorney is for people. He really cares about children having a stable environment and avoiding craziness with the other parent. He knew how to focus in on the truth and getting to the facts through depositions that showed the mother was still not getting the help she needed or the about the lies she would tell at trial. I would highly recommend Glen St. Louis for anyone who has a family law divorce or dispute involving children. Signed, “ A very Happy Father.”

Posted by Dan | July 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Glenn did awesome job.

I highly recommend the legal services of attorney Glen St.Louis and his staff. I was very pleased and impressed from start to finish in how Glen St.Louis thought through my case, implemented and executed a plan and could make changes on a dime if circumstances changed without losing a step. I hi...red Glen St.Louis based on the recommendation of a colleague who hired Glen the year before and was very very pleased. In my case, when my wife learned I was going to file for divorce, she ran off and hid my son from me going to hotel to hotel, city to city, and state to state until Glen corralled her in California and then got her shipped back to the Snohomish County Jail in Washington while getting my son returned to my care. Glen was diligent, hardworking and thoughtful and wise in helping me. Almost every time I had an idea he would listen and then suggest an alternative I never would have thought of to make my case better. He returned my calls promptly to help me find my son. He was right on it and usually responded to me within hours. It took time and several visits to the Courthouse, but Glen was professional, prepared and understood the evidence and nuances of the law that no laymen would ever understand. He understood my case inside and out and his attention to detail and his memory of the very confusing facts in court were impressive. His memory was like a trap. He’d cut through the confusion and simplify relevant facts to the court. He devised a very straightforward plan, explained it to me and how it would work and be executed. It gave me hope and confidence when I almost had none. At a time I feared I would never ever see my son again. Glen and his staff worked with law enforcement and media in 2 states and forced the mother out into the open where she got caught. His knowledge of Washington and California law was a big plus . Glen did not shy away from difficulty. He did not fill me with false hope, but explained a plan in detail that gave me confidence and it worked!! He knew it was going to be costly and was up front about it, and tried to lay out the costs and fees clearly. He worked with me on the finances and gave me breaks on his time and did not nickel and dime me for every conversation or email like other attorneys I’ve hired. I got my son back and I was awarded nearly $17,000 in attorney fees; plus my ex wife has to post a $20,000 cash bond to even be in the same room with our son again. Glen St.Louis did everything possible to be sure my now former wife will not engage in any more shenanigans. If you have a complicated family law problem, I’d highly recommend you meet with Glen St.Louis before or even after you speak with anyone else. Glen St.Louis saved my family life and my son and I am eternally grateful. Dan L, a Fortunate Father.

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

One Of The 'Good Ones'

I was referred to Glen St.Louis over a difficult custody situation I was having with my ex-girlfriend who got involved with another guy and was refusing to let me see our daughter and then letting her boyfriend interfere. This was a very emotional issue for me and I was making mistakes trying to re...present myself until Glen was referred to me. Until I got Glen I felt like I was being walked all over and being taken advantage of by the mother and her attorney. I was very pleased with how Glen got things under control without making things worse. One thing he did that was very helpful was to sit down with me several times and got me to see another perspective and how to deal with things so I was not pulled into the "emotional gamesmanship" my ex and her lawyer were trying to play. Glen taught me techniques to diffuse situations so I would not shoot myself in the foot and how to lessen the conflict while building a program so I could spend more time with my daughter. I was very pleased at how his technique worked and I was very pleased to see how he got the conflict reduced and more parenting time for me. His knowledge of the law and skill in mediation and court took on the big fancy Seattle and Bellevue law firm my ex hired to cause problems. Glen got me placed on an equal playing field to give me a good chance at sharing parenting. Eventually I got most of what I wanted, including not having to pay back child support for almost 5 years the mother was claiming that I did not think I owed. I got a pretty good parenting schedule and joint decision-making and vacations with my daughter, etc. I have learned when you have a family law problem you definitely need an attorney because this stuff gets pretty complicated. But when you have a family law problem that is difficult and emotionally trying, I would highly recommend Glen St.Louis, He is wise, hard-working and knows how to put your best case forward while dealing with the weaknesses of your case and making them appear to be strengths. While my case is now done if I ever need help again, I know where I am going to at the first hint of a problem -- Glen St.Louis. I highly recommend Glen St.Louis 'Happy Father Steven'

Posted by Michael | February 28, 2014 | Child Custody

Great Lawyer

Glen St.Louis has been my attorney since June 2013 in a child custody modification action. He was referred to me by another attorney. We just completed the case. I am very impressed with his skills and how he looked out for my interests, explained everything clearly, and didn’t waste time or money.... He was thoughtful, realistic and transparent with me and followed through on everything he said he could do. He is very highly qualified and obviously put a lot of thought into my case. He advised me very well. And while he made a very good impression in Court, his skills go outside the courtroom to develop a good human and evidentiary strategy and reach out into the community to find the experts and witnesses needed to put together a solid case for his client. I would hire him again if I needed to. His fees were very reasonable.

Posted by April | September 27, 2013 | Child Custody

This is a GREAT Lawyer

I have read the "negative" review on Glen St. Louis, and the descriptions are not of the attorney I know that worked so hard and competently for me to keep my children. I had Glen St.Louis as my attorney to obtain my two children in a custody battle and child support modification action. He was profe...ssional, courteous and very creative at thinking outside of the box to get a positive result for me. He was courteous and professional to everyone including the commissioners, judges and all that were involved. I recall the other party's attorney, Joseph Wilson, even complimented to me that Mr. St. Louis was a great attorney because of how he got my kids back to me. Mr. Wilson is now a judge so I think people can reach their own conclusion or even check with Judge Wilson. Mr. St. Louis worked very hard for me. He detailed every cost, kept me totally informed and did not fill me with any unfulfilled hope. He even gave me breaks on my bills and was very fair. He is a great attorney and I would recommend him to anyone with a family law problem. He cares about his clients and will work hard for them and also be financially fair with them. Glen St. Louis always has and always will be much appreciated. I would have never been able to do my case without him. I highly recommend him to anyone.

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Kimberly Brown

Family lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Glen is a strong advocate for his clients with a sharp legal mind. He is creative when drafting settlements that fit the unique situations of the clients which is needed in the area of family law. I enjoy working with him as opposing cousnel as he works hard to advocate for his client AND reach a solution so that both parents can move forward in the best interest of their children."

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Royce Ferguson

Family lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known attorney Glen St.Louis for about ten years, having heard of his reputation before actually meeting him. His reputation is that of an aggressive strategically-thinking trial lawyer. Since then I have referred trusted friends and family members to him. He is as good as his reputation. That, plus he's pretty interesting."

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Honors

2012

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2009

Pro Bono Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2008

Pro Bono Pubilco Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

1993

Labor Law Writing Competition, Detroit College of Law

1992

American Jurisprudence Scholar Evidence, American Jurisprudence

Associations

2002 - Present

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

1999 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2010 - 2011

King County Bar Association

Member

Education

1996

University of California - Berkeley

LL.M - Master of Laws

1985

University of Oregon

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2010

Washington Supervised Visitation Network

Parenting Plans in Complex Cases

Publications

Languages

English

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