Rainer Armin Frank

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Rainer Armin Frank

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 31 years

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

1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 2000, Tacoma, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Rainer

Biography

Experienced divorce and family law attorney. I can help you get results.

Experienced divorce and family law attorney. I can help you get results.

Experienced divorce and family law attorney. I can help you get results.

Experienced divorce and family law attorney. I can help you get results.

Experienced divorce and family law attorney. I can help you get results.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 85%

85%
Child Custody 5%

5%
Child Support 5%

5%
Family 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 27 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Ohio for 31 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

McKinley Irvin

1201 Pacific Avenue, Suite 2000, Tacoma, WA, 98402

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McKinley Irvin

1011 E Main, Suite 456, Puyallup, WA, 98372

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Rainer Armin Frank's Reviews

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7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Marjorie | January 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you.

My husband and I contacted McKinley Irvin about two years ago with questions regarding custody of our grandson. We spoke to Rainer Frank one of the senior attorneys. He was very upfront with the issues we would face in Washington state pertaining to grandparents rights and how difficult they would ...be to attain. Over several conversations we set a course seeking DeFacto Parental status and/or non parental custody with Mr. Frank representing us. We felt very strongly that he was the attorney we needed. We were not disappointed. He guided us through the entire process from start to finish at trial. The judge was impressed with his attention to detail not only in his trial brief but in every other document that was presented to the court on our behalf. He prepared us for every contingency so that when we walked into that courtroom for the final time my husband and I knew that there was not a single thing more that could be done. Mr. Frank presented our case, documents and testimony at trial flawlessly and my husband and I were awarded DeFacto Parental Status and Non-Parental custody of our grandson. I would strongly recommend Mr. Frank for any of your family law needs. He and his staff are compassionate, energetic and quick to answer any of your questions which is so important during times that are so difficult.

Posted by Brittany | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Rainer goes above and beyond!

Rainer Frank was an awesome family attorney. He helped our family through a difficult and long battle regarding custody and child support. In the end, he worked hard and not only solved the original issue, but helped us with adoption as well (which he took the time to research just for us). I could n...ever thank him enough! We have already recommended Rainer to friends and will continue to do so.

Posted by Josh | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Trustworthy, Smart, Tough, Pricey

Rainer Frank was a pitbull in my divorce case. Great advice, very respectful, very trustworthy and straightforward. Rainer took me from Temporary Orders to Final Decree, keeping me well informed along the way. I would call him again without hesitation if I need legal assistance. More than satisfied w...ith the results of his assistance. Expensive, but then...you get what you pay for.

Posted by anonymous | August 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very professional and dedicated attorney

I used Rainer's services in the Spring of 2016. He was very professional and knowledgeable. He listened to all of my concerns and developed a plan to assist in and win my case. He took care of all the details and took the time to become familiar with my case (I had been back and forth in court with m...y ex since 2011, so there was a lot to review). The first attorney I hired simply told me that I didn't have a case, so I proceeded on my own without an attorney. I was not confident in court and ignorant of many things. Opposing counsel used my ignorance and legal jargon to confuse and diminish my case, so I requested Ranier's help. I'm so glad I did because he was able to speak the facts to the judge in an articulate and meaningful way. The opposing attorney fought like a bull dog , but Rainer was able to redirect and put the focus back on the facts and the law. I wish I would have hired him from the beginning! Rainer understood that this was more than just another case, but there are lives on the line. I'm pleased to say that my children and I are safe and thriving. Winning this case changed my life and provided freedom and safety for my children and me.

Posted by Kristine | February 22, 2011

Can't say Thanks enough!

I would highly recommend Rainer Frank. He was completely professional and sensitive to my divorce issues.Not only was he a good lawyer but a considerate person as well. Divorce is never easy,and mine proved that. However Rainers knowledge and tennacity was just what was needed to help me with a cont...rolling ex. He and his staff deserve a standing ovation for taking on my divorce case. I would highly recommend Rainer and appreciate all he did for me.

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 29

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"Rainer is a distinguished lawyer in the community. He is personable, putting client's at ease during enormously stressful times; a strong advocate; and commands the respect of his professional colleagues. I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2025

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2025

Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers

2024

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2024

Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers

2023

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America

2022

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers in America

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Senior Attorney, McKinley Irvin

1999 - 2014

Attorney, Law Offices of Jeffrey Robinson, P.S.

1998 - 1999

Associate, Anderson Hunter Law Firm, P.S.

1996 - 1998

Associate, Peelle Law Office Co., L.P.A.

1995 - 1996

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Clinton County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Gig Harbor Land Use Peninsula Advisory Commission

Commissioner

2011 - Present

Tacoma German Language School

Vice President, Board of Directors

2000 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2000 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2012 - 2013

Gig Harbor Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Committee

Member

2009 - 2011

Gig Harbor Academy

Board of Directors

Education

1994

University of Toledo

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Brown University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1994

27 Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law 809. “Privatization in Eastern Germany: A Comprehensive Study”

Languages

German

English

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