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Hello, I'm glad you stopped by my AVVO page. I want you to know that my firm offers a FREE one-half hour consultation, to give you advice about your problem and to see if we can offer you any help. I am licensed in Washington and I formerly practiced in California; serving many families with contacts in both states. My firm deals almost exclusively in family matters; everything from family owned business operations to family estate planning and even divorces, paternity actions, custody cases, child relocations, etc.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 275-325 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013
Licensed in California for 43 years
State: California
Acquired: 1982
Location
Compatore Law, PS
1100 Dexter Ave N, Ste 100, Seattle, WA, 98109-3598
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Erasmo John Compatore's Reviews
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6 Client Reviews
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Posted by Lisa | February 01, 2010
Professional
I was upset with previous experience I had with an attorney I hired prior to finding Mr. Compatore his knowledge and professional attitude not to mention his follow through and aggressive behavior was so refreshing I was very pleased with his keeping me informed and looking out for my best interest h...
Posted by cheryl | March 26, 2009 | Debt Settlement
If you want it done right - John is the best
John helped us with a Debt Settlement from Cap One Auto Finance. He was very knowledgeable, responsive and kept us informed every step of the way. I highly recommend this attorney.
Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2009 | Debt Collection
You want the best.....John Compatore was there for us 100%
John Compatore helped us with a Debt Collection with Capital One Auto Finance. He helped to ease the stress of this situation for us.
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2008 | Divorce & Separation
Professional and a caring attitude
I was looking for an attorney to hire for my divorce with two children. I talked to another attorney over the phone who had me in tears, literally!Then I contacted John and set up an initial consultation. Because of his caring and understanding attitude, I hired him on the spot. He always had a help...
Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2008 | Divorce & Separation
Great Work
In 2006 after a poor representation from a previous attorney in my divorce case, I switched to Mr. Compatore. I was very satisfied with they way he was able to eventually get things turned around (a difficult uphill battle) in my highly complex case. His communication and integrity were especially im...
Erasmo John Compatore's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is an excellent family attorney and superb litigator. As a former police officer , he is particularly knowledgeable in matters regarding police conduct. His experience as an attorney in the prosecutor's office provided him with an abundance of trial experience that other family law attorneys often lack. As a result, he often has a distinct advantage over opposing counsel if the case goes to trial. He's also passionate about his role as counsel and his responsibility to represent his clients' best interests."
"John has been a great resource for answers to complicated family law questions and has been an aggressive and professional lawyer to work with."
"John Compatore is an excellent attorney, hard working and well-respected."
"I have known John for many years. We have worked on a number of issues and clients together to our mutual understanding and success. He is a good lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Known John for many years. Good lawyer."
"In additon to business formations, John does child support adjustments and is very capable. He is a great lawyer and a fabulous advocate. "
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.
Resignation in lieu of disbarment issued in WA, 2013
updated on 02/16/2014This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Principal, Compatore Law, P.S.
1990 - 1994
Assistant Attorney, City of Seattle
1985 - 1988
Counsel, Varian Associates, Inc.
1982 - 1985
Principal, Law Offices of John Compatore
Associations
1990 - 2009
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1982 - 2009
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1982 - 2009
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
1982
Lincoln Univ. School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
San Jose State University
Masters of Public Administration
Speaking Engagements
2007
Effective Handling of Family Law Cases
Common and Not So Common Family Law Issues - and Answers
2007
Buying and Selling the Mom and Pop Business
Reviewing Business Operations and Cooking the Books
2006
Buying and Selling the Mom and Pop Business
Reviewing Business Operations and Cooking the Books
2005
Family Law for Paralegals
Pleadings, Motions and Research
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Mother has full custody of 16 year old and father has no visitation rights child wants to live with father in WA is this okay
16 Aug 2008
Q&A
Can a grandparent seek child custody against mother who is drinking, taking drugs and having sex in presence of child
05 Oct 2008
Q&A
If my 9 year old daughter does not want to visit her father do I need to make her go
13 Oct 2008