Margaret Doyle Fitzpatrick

Margaret Doyle Fitzpatrick

4.4
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 48 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Seattle, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody

1734 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 46 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1979

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 48 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1977

Inactive In Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Puget Sound Family Law

1734 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA, 98107

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Margaret Doyle Fitzpatrick's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Margaret Fitzpatrick review

Margaret and her paralegal are either sick. Their family is sick or they are out of time for long periods of time. They both have random phone numbers that they call you with one of them always says unknown. They want to meet with you for four hours at time to review things that have already been di...scussed at meetings prior. I have not had one invoice from Margaret Fitzpatrick that states where my $10,000 went. When I asked for an invoice, she said that they always send them on the first of the month. Why couldn’t she just send me an invoice at that time? Scary. I have been scammed. I received notice from my ex-husband‘s attorney that she is not representing me. I’ve tried to contact all of the telephone numbers that I have that came from Margaret or her paralegal. I have not received any response though she is my acting attorney for the next 13 days. I called their office and I was hung up on.. I placed a review not less than five minutes ago and it was taken off. I am definitely going to be seeking legal retribution and keep my review posted even if I have to continue to post it every two minutes. They claimed they have clear communication and empathy to relieve your fears and anxiety on their website, but that is the complete opposite from the truth. I beg you do not go here. You will be told to do a whole bunch of things that traditionally are needed but when you send these items via email, they will come back and say to you, they did not receive them. Margaret typically will say she did not receive them because her paralegal is sick. I was on the phone for three hours, explaining that I had already sent all the information she was saying I did not send. I resent the emails that I sent her while we were on the phone. When I looked back at my emails, they were proved to have been sent to her originally. I have all of my emails still and every single message from this office stating my facts above to be true. I hope you read this for your mental and physical health. Do not go here!!

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Billable hours trump ethics for Fitzpatrick

Trusting Margaret Doyle Fitzpatrick was a damaging and costly decision. She pushed me to file an inflammatory declaration and then refused to help me have it destroyed or redacted. She told me repeatedly it could not be destroyed. She refused to propose an idea for settlement, refused to review my... proposed settlement, and then dropped me as a client after billing me for over $20,000 of hours. After dropping me as a client, she continued to bill me for work on my case until my retainer was depleted. I strongly caution anyone against working with Fitzpatrick. She is reckless and unethical, and will not think twice about taking advantage of an emotionally charged situation, all the while assuring you she is doing the right and necessary thing.

Posted by anonymous | July 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

YOU WANT HER ON YOUR SIDE!

Margaret can go up against any lawyer / layer-commissioner in the area. She is as good as it gets. She is not only a powerhouse of an attorney - she is ethical and kind - a rare combination of fearless, brilliant, and human. Doesn't get any better! I have used her against one of the highest paid... divorce attorneys in Seattle and she proved herself stronger on each issue and willing to go the extra mile to support what was right and good for kids each time.

Posted by Brian | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

Margaret was my 4th lawyer for a very very messy divorce following a brain aneurysm and brain surgery. She was very helpful and patient with a very absent minded client. She spent as much time with me as I needed and guided me through many years of contested follow up to the divorce. I HIGHLY reco...mmend Margaret Doyle Fitzpatrick.

Posted by Ellen | November 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Margaret Doyle Fitzpatrick Saved Me

Knowing about a friend's thoroughly disappointing experience with their lawyer I began my search process with trepidation. Ms. Fitzpatrick immediately set my mind at ease imbuing full confidence that she not only had a thorough knowledge of the law, but had genuine concern for me and was fully ready ...to protect my welfare. She let me know what to expect and guided me in securing all the documents I'd need to facilitate my case. As things developed and my stress level generated serious debilitating physical responses Ms. Fitzpatrick became a warrior to save me as she helped me complete my remaining documents, drove me to the courthouse to file and took me to the various required offices. I really don't know what I would've done if she hadn't fully shepherded me at this critical point in my life! She continued to extend expert legal counsel and showed genuine care and concern even during the months I temporarily relocated out of state including such things as giving me a status report on my home and possessions after my ex moved out and helping me negotiate the added challenges of doing certain paperwork from out of state. She continued to keep my best interests at the forefront until the lengthy process concluded. I give her the highest recommendation!

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Margaret Doyle Fitzpatrick's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bita Soltan-Qurraie

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Margaret is a relentless advocate on behalf of her clients. She is thorough, prepared, and most importantly she delivers results for her clients. I worked with Margaret for several years, know her work ethic, and can recommend her with confidence."

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Jan Olson

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I represented the respondent husband charged with Assault 4 'DV'. Margaret represented him in family court on a dissolution occurring at the same time. I observed her in depositions and in court. I was awed by her bravery on behalf of our client, with pretty bad facts. She was passionate and forceful with her convictions to the court, and opposing counsel. She got a great result for our client, which made my role much easier. She did a wonderful job, and I hope to be able to work with her in the future. I strongly endorse her !"

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Jay Neff

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca White

Family lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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David Snell

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer's work. I have hired her for family law representation, and she is top notch. Margaret is a very tough adversary for opponents, and a compassionate advocate for her clients. I have recommended Ms. Fitzpatrick to potential clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Attorney, Puget Sound Family Law, PLLC

2004 - 2019

Attorney, Michael W. Bugni & Associates, PLLC

1996 - 2004

Associate then Partner, Moriarty Mikkelborn Broz Wells & Fryer

1979 - 1982

Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

1977 - 1979

Staff Lawyer, American Bar Association

Associations

2009 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association, Family Law Section

1986 - Present

King County Bar Association

1977 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Education

1977

John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

Indiana University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

Spring 2006

Business Valuation

Languages

English

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