Travis S Groves

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

About Travis

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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%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 185-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 16 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

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Groves Law Office

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

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Travis S Groves's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

92 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 21 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Took my case on short notice

I had to find a lawyer fast to help me after mediation did not end well. There were other complications with my case as well. I called a few different lawyer offices most of which said they could not help me since my trial date was so close. Travis was the ONLY one to pick up and talk with me pers...onally. He took the case on with a very short time frame and was willing to work with me after hours or on weekends to meet the trial date. Travis was straight-forward with me about the cost and said he was very sensitive to saving his clients money where ever he could. He was true to his word. If I needed to communicate with him and had to leave a message, he was good about responding quickly. Travis is very direct and he is also comfortable and confident with what he does. This helped me to remain calm and trust him to see me through the case which had the best outcome I could have asked for under the circumstances. Thank you Travis!!

Travis Groves

Replied last September 13, 2016

This matter was a prime example of the "peace dividend" that can result from parties working together for the best interest of their child. As with many matters; the future will tell, but through their efforts there is the ability for them to co-parent in the future. I wish them the best of luck!

Posted by Priscilla Swick | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Protection order

Travis and his office was hired to help me with a VAPO, vulnerable adult protection order, that my ex husband brought upon me on our adult daughter who was in his control. My ex was able to get a therapist to write some very bad things about me to the Court. So disturbing that they would bring ...some doubt to anyone's mind. Travis by just using his expanse knowledge, his drive to win a case, his belief in me, and dedication to justice was able to have the VAPO over turned. I was going to give up after the 2nd appeal but Mr Groves and my husband were convincing for me to give it one last try before a judge. I agreed and hired Mr Groves to appeal the VAPO. We won. The VAPO was dismissed and 2 months later my daughter was living with me. She would have died without the VAPO being overturned. My daughter even told me she was ready to die under her father's control. Travis Groves is to credit with my daughter being alive today. I thank him intensely. Mr Groves - Thank you for saving my daughter's life. Mr Groves and his partner also was hired for another matter that had a positive outcome.

Posted by Frank Bennett | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Recommend for any case! Aggressive and gets results!

From the first minute we stepped into Mr. Groves office we knew he was the attourney we would hire simply by how he spoke and how he presented himself. I am medically retiring from the Army and we were wanting to relocate to Florida however, my wifes ex husband was not going to allow us to take her c...hild. We spoke with Mr. Groves and he gave us the motivation and determination to take the case to the next level if needed and not give in which would have allowed the ex husband to keep the child while we moved. After multiple visits and Mr. Groves displaying gratitude for the case and helping us decide other options to settle outside of court to avoid trial costs, he was ffinally able tk help us work up a plan that ultimatley convinced the ex husband to relocate to FL with us to allow the child a continued relationship with both parents. At first I was weary of any lawyer knowing they sometimes take you for all they can financially. Not Mr. Groves, he did everything he could to help us settle outside of court and because of his honesty and knowledge he saved us thousands of dollars and months of court hearings. Thank you Mr. Groves for everything and thank you for allowing my family and I to settle down and start our future together down in FL. Veteran to veteran, thank you for all you do and thank you for your service to our country.

Travis Groves

Replied last April 25, 2016

I wish every case had such a great result. These success stories owe so much to the willingness of the parties to see through the emotions and focus on the best interests of their child(ren). I congratulate these parties on riding-out the rough spots and putting the whole family first.

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 April | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great attorney

When I hired him it was over the phone and was a out of state hire. He was very clear with exactly what I needed to do to help them prepare. There wasn't a call that went unanswered, I always had someone in the office with the answers. I never felt lost or confused about the process. I am still worki...ng with him but we won the biggest part of our case. I highly recommend this attorney you wont be sorry. He has a beautiful family and His wife also works as an attorney with him. They are fast when I needed them to be a great set of attorneys that I will continue to work with as needed.

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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

Family lawyer

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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