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
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  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
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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 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Alimony

Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2019 | Alimony

Brutally, yet refreshingly, honest

I was left by my children’s father and had been a stay-at-home for nearing 10 years. I walked in to my consultation with Mr. Groves knowing absolutely nothing on the where/when/how/why of what I needed. He looked me in the eye, gave me a brutally honest rundown of what I needed to think about and con...sider, what I was doing wrong, what I was doing right. He did not sugar coat a thing, which I appreciated. Some may have thought he was a bit harsh, but I found his straightforwardness refreshing and very useful. Although I had to move away from my situation and could not hire Mr. Groves, I would absolutely recommend his services. All about business, gives it to you straight, isn’t trying to coddle or make friends, but still have enough compassion to make you feel that you are in good trustworthy hands. If you’re looking for someone who isn’t afraid to work hard and get it done, this is your guy. If I stayed in state, he would most definitely be mine.

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2014 | Alimony

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 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.

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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

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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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