Kathy Bruya

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Kathy Bruya

also known as Katherine Bruya

5.0
65 reviews
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Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Auburn, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Domestic Violence, Divorce & Separation

P.O. Box. 1346, Auburn, WA

About Kathy

Biography

Personalized, Attentive, and Knowledgeable. Dedicated To Fight For Your Matter.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 34%

All aspects of Domestic Relations including custody, support, dissolutions, parenting plan.

28 years

34%
Divorce and Separation 33%

28 years

33%
Domestic Violence 33%

28 years

33%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2016
Platinum Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 27 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office Of Kathy Bruya

P.O. Box. 1346, Auburn, WA, 98071-1346

bruyalawoffice.com

Kathy Bruya's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Attorney Bruya was an answer to my prayers. She was professional, thorough and always respectful. She moved quickly and accurately to help relieve my stress by properly handling my divorce case.

Posted by Shanna | September 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

This attorney rocks

I owe my sanity....and my spousal support.... to Ms. Bruya. She is professional and makes herself available when I need her help. I am pleased with the outcome of my divorce, and I highly recommend Ms. Bruya.

Posted by Velia | April 30, 2014

Best lawyer ever!

I don't think I can say enough praises for Mrs. Bruya. She is very knowledgeable, professional and competent, but at the same time she is compassionate and has always fought for me, having my best interest in mind. If you are looking for an excellent lawyer, don't look any further, Mrs. Bruya is ...it!

Posted by Rachel | September 14, 2009 | Divorce & Separation

a REAL client review

Kathy has been my attorney for 9 years. She faught hard and tirelessly for me and my 3 children through 2 divorces because she knew it was the right thing to do. She is a very down to earth attorney and not the normal jerk obnoxious attorney. I got custody 2x because of her tireless work, and I'm A M...AN!! she is quiet and attentive in a court room, just when you think shes not doing squat she comes out of her box and floors you and everyone. and shes a damn fine lady! she knows i wrote this, feel free to ask for my number and Ill tell you in person. I think the one person that gave her a negative review is actually my disgruntled exwife , its fake. :)

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008

Client Review

I would highly recommend Ms. Bruya. I found her to be extremely knowledgable, supportive and caring.

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Kathy Bruya's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mary Coleman

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Kathy for 20 years. She cares about her clients and provides honest representation."

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Matthew Yetter

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I happily endorse Kathy. I had a case with her several years ago and she was a strong advocate for her client while also being a great person to work with. This is helpful in a practice area that can be high in conflict."

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Kristen Bienstock

Family lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Ferguell

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kathy is a very skilled attorney with a great deal of experience and common sense."

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Valerie Staley

Family lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy is an excellent attorney. Her clients are well represented."

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Robert Ricketts

Family lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Loretta Fiori-Thomas

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marc Kittner

Child custody lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She's been responsive, knowledgeable, easy to deal with but non-compromising when it comes to her client's interests."

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Ruth Keyes

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tom Youngjohn

Family lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kathy Bruya represented me in my divorce when my prior lawyer had fired me as his client. I had a very ugly divorce going on, but, bless her heart, this little lawyer pulled my cojones out of the fire. Kathy Bruya is my all time favorite divorce lawyer. She's the "A" in Advocate. She's tough. And awesome!"

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J Keyes

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Family member

"Katherine is a tireless, hard-working, and smart advocate. You will not be disappointed in retaining her for your family law matter! "

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John Stocks

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kathy is conscientious, thorough and a trusted lawyer."

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Matthew Yetter

Family lawyer

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David Kontos

Family lawyer

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John Ferguell

Family lawyer

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Valerie Staley

Family lawyer

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Robert Ricketts

Family lawyer

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Ruth Keyes

Family lawyer

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Marc Kittner

Family lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Certificate of Appreciation, King County Superior Court

2007

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association

2005

Certificate of Appreciation, King County Superior Court

2004

Certificate of Appreciation, King County Superior Court

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Kathy Bruya

2007 - 2013

Volunteer Attorney, SKCBA

2007 - 2011

Speaker, Learning for Life

2005 - 2011

Guardian ad Litem, King County Superior Court

2003 - 2012

Volunteer Attorney, Family Law Information Center

1998 - 2002

Intern/Attorney, Law Office Of Loretta Fiori

1991 - 1992

Activities Director, Patton Home Retirement Center

1990 - 1991

Care provider, Casa D'Esperanza-House of Hope for the Children

Associations

2006 - Present

Auburn Food Bank

Board Member

1998 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2014 - 2015

Washington State Bar Association - Low Bono

Member

Education

1997

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Carroll College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2010

American Bar Association

Mediating with Pro Se Clients

2009

Informative Meeting

Mediating with Pro Se

Languages

English

Activity

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