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%

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Uncontested Divorce 5%

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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 21 - 25 of 27 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Mike/Michelle | August 23, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Wether we win or lose.

Mr Groves is my Wifes and Mine opinion is exactly what you need, Prompt dosent waste youre time direct but also humerous at times wich can lighten the load, You should want an agressive attourney and he is but most of all he actually cares for his clients and never sugar coats a topic and his attent...ion to detail is remarkable, iam saying this and I have not won or lost my case yet. Thank You Travis were really glad we have you in our corner.

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Travis Groves

You're obviously reading this because you are considering your next step, Separation or Divorce. Abuse, Drugs, infidelity, it really does not matter, but you have the right to a divorce, and have to account to no one else except yourself. Before you go any further sit down with yourself, and write ...down what would the perfect morning look like; if that is you sitting alone you are ready. Again peace begins with yourself. Before you make the call to good old Travis realize and be prepared to be disappointed in the financial inequity that may occur it won't be his fault but the division will be based on need and ability to pay. This equation will be played back and forth many times throughout the process. You will find Travis straight forward, consistent, knowledgeable, and billing consistent with the current market. Do: Tell Travis your intensions he is your counselor and he will give you an expectation with the circumstances at hand. Do, what Travis tells you to do!!!! If you receive a discovery fill it out 100% complete and burry O/C with all the facts. Do not: Listen to your Boyfriend/Girlfriend, Brother/Sister, or anyone else this is your fight. Learn to live another day, and each day will be brighter as it goes along. Take the fight on by yourself. Do: set aside divorce time. This is the only time you think about your goals at hand, and then get back to life if you can. I had a room that I shut the door when I was not working on it. You will find Travis easy to work with, responsible and caring for all family members. You will also get to know him throughout the process and in the end you say to yourself, "We did all we could." That's all that can be done. Good luck on your journey, I personally would rather go through 7th grade math again than go through this nonsense, but you will do fine if Travis will take your case. I would hire him again, but that won't happen. I'm eating breakfast alone and right now that is fine. There will be another day that I will find the love in another persons eyes again at my own pace. Travis can hold his own, I was comfortable going into a, "Tijuana Knife fight," with him - you are in good hands. Ask him about his dog, he will know you read this then, and where it came from. (He likes the dog) I would hire again

Posted by David | December 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great effort for a last minute case

Travis took my case last minute with only a month to prepare because I really was getting taken to the cleaners by my ex and her lawyer and really needed legal advice in my final divorce hearing. It was alot of work that he managed to put together quickly and give good advice on. Sadly in the end, I ...still lost in court but Mr. Groves without a doubt in my mind never wavered in the constant uphill battle we were facing for my divorce financials and custody issues.

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.

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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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