Patricia Lynn Steele

Patricia Lynn Steele

also known as Patti Steele

4.4
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 10 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

1105 Tacoma Ave S., Tacoma, WA

About Patricia

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 10 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2015

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Location

The Steele Law Firm

1105 Tacoma Ave S., Tacoma, WA, 98402

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Patricia Lynn Steele's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kristine | July 07, 2015 | Family

A Lawyer with heart and intelligence

Patricia Steels, was my Paralegal for over 8 years. When I first needed a Family Law Lawyer, I was lucky to find one with her as the Paralegal. Over the past 8 years, Patricia has been an asset to my case and guiding me through the processes. She is very well knowledged in her field and I was thrille...d to find out she became a Lawyer. She is working on my case as my Lawyer and will remain so for any future issues. She has compassion for her clients and understanding of the Law. She fights for her clients and cares about them. She has always succeeded in providing excellent work product. I have never been dissatisfied with Patricia or the results she provides me.

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Patricia Lynn Steele's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michelle Siebenaler

Family lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am pleased to endorse this attorney. Very knowledgeable and capable."

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Matthew Yetter

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am happy to endorse Patti. She is a pro who works hard for her clients. As opposing counsel, she is honest and straightforward."

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Rahul Aggarwal

Unknown lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."

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Myles Johnson

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Steele on a case with both family law and criminal law components. Her mastery of issues and ability to get to the "bottom line" are extraordinary. I would highly recommend Ms. Steele if you are looking for a smart, compassionate, aggressive attorney to represent you."

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Cameron Buhl

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Ms. Steele. Ms. Steele is a fierce advocate, passionate about her work, and dedicated to guiding clients through a difficult time in their lives with compassion and understanding."

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Timothy Healy

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Patti, a compassionate and strong advocate. She cares about her clients and works hard to protect their interests."

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Stacey Swenhaugen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Patti's effective advocacy in the court room results from her ability to tailor her arguments to meet the needs of her clients and make a persuade the person in the black robe. She is personable, compassionate and aggressive, all at the same time."

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Hannah Gurewitz

Unknown lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"Patti is compassionate and hard-working. She is quick on her feet and really cares about getting the best results for her clients. I enthusiastically endorse her."

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Kelly LeBlanc

Unknown lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have had the pleasure of working with Patti in varying capacities for many years. Regardless of setting, Patti always comes forward with confidence and grace. She is practical minded, well prepared, and fully engaged in meeting the needs of her clients."

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Jonathan Moffitt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Patti is an aggressive advocate for those who are going through the difficult circumstances of a divorce or custody proceeding. I enthusiastically endorse her."

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Sophia Palmer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Patti is a very skilled and thoughtful attorney. She is knowledgeable, professional and has a well regarded reputation in the legal community. I enthusiastically endorse Patti."

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Jeffrey Allen

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Patti is a very skilled advocate for her clients. She is always someone I can trust for sound advice."

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John Cyr

Unknown lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Patti is an excellent attorney. She is professional, aggressive and extremely knowledgeable in the field of family law. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Michael De Maar

Unknown lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Patti is a wonderful and compassionate lawyer. She is a great person to consult with when I need to discuss potential strategies with my own cases."

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Charles Hoag

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patti is the person I turn to when I need an expert's opinion in a family law matter. She goes out of her way to help and has substantial knowledge in her field. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her."

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Daniel Cook

Family lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Patricia has a unique blend of moxie and common sense that serves her family law clients well. She is articulate and persuasive and knows when to bulldog and when to work toward resolution."

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Dennis Schroader

Family lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to law school with Patti, and have had the privilege of seeing her in action in court as well. I know her to be exceptionally competent, and a passionate advocate while remaining professional with opposing counsel and the courts. I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer!"

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John Stocks

Family lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Why? Because I see and know her as an attorney with all the skills - common sense, intelligence, research and writing, and courtroom performance. She is unflappable and smooth."

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Rebekah Young

Child custody lawyer

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Michelle Siebenaler

Estate planning lawyer

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Matthew Yetter

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jennifer Schroader

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Duncan Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Myles Johnson

Domestic violence lawyer

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Hannah Gurewitz

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Timothy Healy

Domestic violence lawyer

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Jason Benjamin

Child custody lawyer

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Kelly LeBlanc

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Jonathan Moffitt

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Sophia Palmer

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Stacey Swenhaugen

Divorce and separation lawyer

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John Cyr

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Carson

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Jeffrey Allen

Family lawyer

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Charles Hoag

Personal injury lawyer

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Amy Wilburn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael De Maar

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Jamie Walker

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Owner/Attorney, The Steele Law Firm

2017 - 2023

Associate, Helland Law Group

2015 - 2017

Associate, Benjamin & Healy, PLLC

2013 - 2014

Rule 9, Van Siclen Stocks & Firkins

Associations

2015 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2015 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Member

2015 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Violence Protection Order

Denied

Major custody modification

Father awarded primary custody of child.

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Education

2014

Seattle University School of Law

Juris Doctor

2005

Central Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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