$ 180-300 per hour
also known as F. Richard Ricketts
I have adopted an income-based approach to legal fees I charge new clients. Every client is assessed at the first meeting to determine how much of a discount they will receive, and every client who has a household income less than $100,000 will receive a discount, some up to 40% off of my standard hourly rate.
This is my attempt to align hourly rates with what people can actually afford to pay, and even extends to the retainer, which is calculated based upon ten hours at the discounted hourly rate.
A brief bit about me...
I am the first person in my family to attend college and went into the Army right out of high school to see the world and figure out some way to pay for college. I was an intelligence analyst and viewed as one of the best in the world at my particular area. At age 22, I was delivering high level presentations to military leaders in Korea regarding the intelligence planning for major military exercises.
I left the military to attend college. I attended Seattle University where I majored in Finance and International Business. As I contemplated which path to take for grad school, I chose law school, viewing law school as a unique skill set that would benefit me in the corporate world.
During my second year of law school, I was hired by a large Canadian corporation that had purchased a business in Seattle and wanted someone to develop a strategic growth plan for the business unit. This led to a permanent job offer and a relocation to Toronto following graduation.
I left the company in 2002 and started my own practice in Tacoma. From the beginning, I have been committed to providing value to my clients through hard work, reasonable rates and desired results.
Today, my practice is focused on the following areas:
Family Law
Trusts and Estate
WIlls and Probate
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Practice Areas
23 years | 1,000 cases
23 years | 1,000 cases
23 years | 250 cases
$ 180-300 per hour
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1130 Broadway Plaza, Suite 202, Tacoma, WA, 98402
31 Client Reviews
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Posted by Rachel | February 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Absolutely amazing!
Richard represented me in what was a very difficult and complex divorce. He was absolutely amazing and was truly a rock for me. I have already recommended him to several people and will continue to do so.
Posted by Mari | November 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family
Absolutely amazing attorney !
This man is one of the most compassionate and genuine people I have ever met in my entire life. Several years ago I gave up my parental rights to my beautiful daughter, at the time I was very unhealthy and emotionally unstable . It took quite some time for me to recover and become healthy again ...
Posted by carla | January 08, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
i was going through a divorce and custody battle i had no clue what to do or where to turn with a limited income.
Richard is knowledgeable, efficient and affordable. i was dealing with a divorce and an ugly custody battle with a very limited income. Richard was able get me my divorce and i have my girls back at a cost that i was able to manage in a timely manner. i have never had an attorney that was as caring a...
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2011 | Divorce & Separation
Angel Wings
Richard took my case at the last minute, he jumped in as my divorce and custody attorney. He was through, professional, and most of all truly cared. Although the opposing counsel was uncooperative and at times hostile. He conducted himself in my best interest and for the best interest of my children....
Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2011 | Child Custody
Custody Parenting Plan Adjustment, Richard was such a Blessing to me & my Daughter!!
Richard came in at a time when I truely thought there was no way I could do what my heart was screaming at me to do for my child. He has such an incrediable energy about him. He helped me to be calm, to remember to Breath ( LOL ) and to take things one step at a time. He handaled the hard parts I did...
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard and I have had many cases against each other. He is a knowledgeable and tenacious attorney. He is extremely dedicated to his client's cause. I would not hesitate in hiring him for any family law issue."
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard is a credit to the legal community. Richard offers legal services to people who could not otherwise afford to have a lawyer; is knowledgably; always fully prepared; and practical minded. Richard and I worked on cases together and have also assisted one another with mediation on behalf of clients. He is and will continue to be on my "short list" for referrals."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rick is the model of tough smart advocate who works tirelessly for his client, is thorough, prepared and effective with the Judge. In our contentious case he cool under fire and professional. Experience makes all the difference and Rick puts his client first."
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2013
Rising Star Award, Super Lawyer's Magazine
2011
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Volunteer Legal Services/Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2011
Silver Medal Award, Institute of Management Accountants
2011
Bronze Medal Award, Institute of Management Accountants
2011
Pewter Medal Award, Institute of Management Accountants
2005
Pro Bono Attorney of the Month, Volunteer Legal Services, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association
2003 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Offices of F. Richard Ricketts, PLLC
1997 - 2002
Director of Corporate Development, Wajax Limited
2003 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2011
Washington Society of CPAsBusiness Valuation/Litigation Support Committee Member
2008 - 2011
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsMember
2007 - 2011
Institute of Management AccountantsCommittee Member--Small Business Committee
2004 - 2006
Volunteer Legal Services Steering CommitteeCommittee Member
2009
Master of Accounting and Financial Management
1998
JD - Juris Doctor - Juris Doctor
1995
BA
2008
Internal Controls for Small Businesses
2007
Sarbanes Oxley Requirements for Small Publicly Held Businesses
2005
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