Stephen Brian Willis

Stephen Brian Willis

5.0
Rating: 6.3

Licensed for 7 years

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

1115 Tacoma Ave. S., Tacoma, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 7 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2019

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Utah for 4 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2021

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 7 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2018

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Willis Family Law, PLLC

1115 Tacoma Ave. S., Tacoma, WA, 98402

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Stephen Brian Willis's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Strong, Strategic, and Truly Cares About His Clients

I had the privilege of working with Stephen during one of the most difficult times in my life, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. My case was especially complicated because I have a disabled child, and the child’s father was unwilling to take on any custody or responsibility. It was an incr...edibly overwhelming and discouraging situation, and at times, I truly did not see a way forward. Stephen was not just my attorney—he genuinely cared about me and my child. He understood the seriousness of our situation and approached my case with both compassion and determination. I always felt that he wasn’t just doing his job, but that he truly wanted to help us and make a meaningful difference. At the same time, he was very proactive and, when necessary, aggressive in advocating against the opposing party, while always remaining trustworthy, supportive, and kind toward me as his client. That balance gave me a great deal of confidence throughout the process. Because of his dedication and hard work, I was able to get out of what felt like a hopeless situation. Thanks to Stephen, I now have a much more stable and positive life, and I am in a far better position to care for my child. Had it not been for him, I believe my child and I would have been left in a very difficult situation due to the other party’s lack of responsibility. Instead, we were able to achieve a favorable outcome, and for that, I am deeply grateful. I have never once regretted choosing Stephen as my attorney. If you are looking for someone who is not only skilled and knowledgeable, but also truly cares about his clients, I strongly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Recommend.

About four years ago, I first came to know Stephan when I was dealing with my divorce, and I was in a very difficult situation at the time. He understood my position and stood firmly on my side, which allowed me to move forward with trust. Thankfully, the matter was resolved successfully. Recently..., I sought out Stephan again regarding a child support issue. He had continued working consistently over the years and had grown even more professionally. When I asked for his help with this matter, he willingly accepted, and we worked together once again. After a difficult back-and-forth with the other party, we achieved another positive outcome. Stephan handles his clients with a strong sense of responsibility and is deeply committed to advocating for those he represents.

Posted by Norma | January 05, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Supportive, Knowledgable, & Positive Results

I first reached out to Stephen Willis during one of the most chaotic, stressful, and uncertain times of my life. When my marriage of 42 years ended abruptly, I was at a complete loss and didn’t know what to do or who to seek help from. Reaching out to Stephen was the best decision I made. From the in...itial phone consultation, he was exceptionally responsive, calm, honest, and patient with all my uncertainty. Stephen always made sure my questions and concerns were addressed, and I felt supported throughout the whole process. Stephen is an extremely gifted attorney who never left me feeling like I was just another client. He was professional and empathetic from beginning to end and fought to achieve the best outcome for me and my situation. I strongly recommend Stephen Willis for anyone looking for outstanding support, legal knowledge, and positive results.

Posted by anonymous | October 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Professional, skilled, and ethical

Many attorneys are after your money but Stephen is not. He is very skilled, honest, and direct. Cannot recommend enough

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great lawyer

I needed an attorney at short notice, and Mr. Willis was available, and it was serendipitous. He's a great lawyer in court who knows the system, approaches the issues with respect, and handles cases with great aptitude. In the hearings it was clear the judges respected his work, and the two hearings ...we had were ruled in my favor.

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Experience

Rating:  6.3 (Good)

Education

2017

University of Arkansas - Little Rock

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

University of Utah

BA - Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

2014

University of Utah

BA - Bachelor of Arts - English

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