Travis S Groves

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Travis S Groves

4.7
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 16 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +3 more

1201 Pacific Avenue, Ste 600 #0930, Tacoma, WA

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About Travis

Biography

Affordable, Compassionate And Dedicated Legal Representation.

My goal is excellent legal representation, personal service, and understanding to the client.

My practice is based on helping families through the most difficult times they will likely ever face

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

At Groves Law Offices our attorneys are invested in advocating your interests from the first filing of the petition to the end of the trial, and beyond. Our experienced trial attorneys are prepared to fight vigorously for your rights; but we will strive to use all of our discretion and negotiating skills to resolve your case through arbitration, the collaborative process, or mediation. We work closely with the courts and other legal professionals to save you time, undue stress and money.

17 years

40%
Family 25%

Groves Law Offices practices Family Law exclusively, with a primary focus on helping our clients to navigate the legal issues and develop the best possible solutions according to their means and their individual needs.

17 years

25%
Child Custody 20%

At Groves Law Offices our attorneys are invested in advocating your interests from the first filing of the petition to the end of the trial, and beyond. Our experienced trial attorneys are prepared to fight vigorously for your rights; but we will str

20%
Domestic Violence 5%

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Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 185-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Groves Law Office

1201 Pacific Avenue, Ste 600 #0930, Tacoma, WA, 98405

groveslawoffices.com/

Online Presence

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Travis S Groves's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

91 Client Reviews

Showing 86 - 90 of 91 reviews

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Alimony

No counter.

Even though the spousal maintenance was a hard sell to begin with, I feel that when we did go to court the defense could have been more vigorous. Opposing counsel was allowed to frame the discussion and used false information that was not countered. I felt like addressing the court but bit my tongue.... I will not be using Travis when we go to trial.

Travis Groves

Replied last December 04, 2015

While it hurts my ego to have someone who was not satisfied; we were able to obtain maintenance for our male client in a short-term marriage. Great lengths were made to explain the cost/benefit of proceeding on such an admittedly "hard sell" and the decision was made to pursue the claim. The recovery, which included attorney fees, did cover the expense and then some, but the length of the reward for maintenance was disappointing; but within the framework of possibilities discussed and was at the discretion of the court. OC did throw out a lot of BS, but it was all countered or more harm than good to their position. None of their arguments were considered by the court for any safety issues alleged. From the beginning this was a case where the cost/benefit of going to trial was not favorable and I wouldn't take it to trial. I am disappointed there was a loss of faith due to a ruling that was not a "home run", but the results were favorable and our work on behalf of the client exhaustive.

Posted by Michele | October 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Delivers almost nothing - with an attitude

If you’re looking for an attorney that demeans you, makes you write your own declarations that he’s never satisfied with, makes deadlines that he won’t keep, evades and abandons you - he’s your guy! Couldn’t file a temporary order for support in 4.5 months! Wants to take 5k for filiing a summons for ...divorce - only! Horrible!

Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2024 | Child Custody

Horrible experience with Travis Groves!

I had a horrible experience with Mr. Groves! He completely misrepresented his experience level to me. Forgot TWICE to put his phone on silent when we went befoe commisioners. Really ticked them off! He was about seven months post passing the bar and completely tricked me about his expertise and ex...perience level in the subject of custody of my children, the most important decision of my life! Will never forget how he tricked me and got me off on a horrible footing for my family court issues. Thankfully, things all worked out, but it was no thanks to Travis Groves!!

Travis Groves

Replied last October 20, 2016

This matter was heard several years ago. I cannot claim I have never forgot to turn my phone off, but I don't recall doing it twice, nor has the court ever been upset with me doing so. The court didn't grant the request for restraints because they felt she knew of his issues and condoned them. We felt it was an awful decision and filed for revision. This matter was successfully resolved by our office. I have worked with our firm since 2006 after graduating law school at UW in 2003. I worked real estate until the decline after 2008 and passed the bar in 2009. At the time of this matter I believe I had several years experience, on my own cases, and many more assisting with others as paralegal. My representation was appropriate at all times in this matter.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Awful attorney

Everyone always talks about how shiesty lawyers can be, but Travis Groves takes the lead for most inconsiderate, greedy lawyer I've ever met. I retained him after our consultation. During our consultation he was pleasant and seemed to be somewhat conforting towards my legal situation. After that it w...as hard to get him to return my calls, answer my emails, and act upon my case in any regard requesting. As we were getting ready for court he would go through everything possibly irrelevant to the case. Before I could say anything he accused me of lying. When I would ask him why he wouldn't act on my behalf or do as I directed him to, he would sit there and come up with excuses for his negligent behavior. Travis Groves is very unprofessional and did not appreciate his profane language.

Posted by Josh | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Hiring Travis Groves Will Be a HUGE Mistake

I hired Travis Groves to tackle a cross-state custody case. Paid him $5000 retainer right away, to which he used up within a month, and asked for more after crashing and burning hard on my case. After all was said and done, this man charged $7000 total for the most ineffective performance I've ever... seen. Mr Groves literally cited his OWN performance as a breakdown of his ability to suit my needs, and cited his own ineffectiveness as being the problem. Did not offer refund. Now tell me, if you knew you did someone a disservice, would you try to make it right? Not Travis. It seems as though he quit due to pride. He is also very negative, and uses derogatory language and seemingly has an issue with profanity and professionalism. If Mr. Groves gets upset, he directs his anger like that of a child. I would never recommend this lawyer to anyone. He took my money, and did literally nothing for me. The most inconsequential $7,000 I've ever spent in my whole life in a heartbreaking situation involving extreme parental alienation. He could care less. Only cares about his check. Be sure when choosing counsel, to brush over this man.

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Travis S Groves's Lawyer Endorsements

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Amber Austin

Family lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Groves is an efficient and intelligent attorney. As opposing counsel, I can attest to Mr. Groves' diligence and competence in the practice of family law."

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James Schoenberger

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Travis is knowledgeable and diligent."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Travis. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Laura Groves

Family lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Travis is professional, ethical and very responsive to clients. He cares about his cases and is a pleasure to work with."

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Amber Austin

Family lawyer

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Laura Groves

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

WSBA APEX AWARD FOR PUBLIC SERVICE, Washington State Bar Assoication

2019

Law Firm Pro Bono Award, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Groves Law Offices

Associations

2009 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Blankenship v Irby

Residential Custody & Child Support for client

Blankenship v Irby

Residential Custody & Child Support for client

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Education

2003

University of Washington School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Eastern Washington University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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