Mark Steven Johnson

Mark Steven Johnson

4.4
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 15 years

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

1200 East D Street, Tacoma, WA

About Mark

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 15 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2010

Active

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Location

Dickson Frohlich

1200 East D Street, Tacoma, WA, 98421

Dickson Frohlich

701 5th Avenue, Suite 4201, Seattle, WA, 98104

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Mark Steven Johnson's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rick | October 21, 2019 | Divorce & Separation

Very Helpful

Mark was very helpful is explaining the open issues surrounding my 2001 California divorce case and presented a course of action that was in my best interests as a current resident of Washington. I would recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Smart, resourceful, and a great listener.

I had a complicated issue with my divorce with children, which involved custody and parenting plan issues, as well as a difficult to contact spouse who had relocated out of state. Mark took the time to listen to my desires and suggest a course of action which when executed, resulted in the timely and... successful dissolution I wanted. I can now move on with my life. Excellent work.

Posted by Monica | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Lawyer!

My divorce began as an absolute mess but after hiring Mark Johnson on the recommendation of a friend, he turned the entire case around. At the start, my high-income husband shut me out of our bank accounts, made untruthful accusations about me as a mother and threatened to remove me from the home an...d keep custody of our kids. I was devastated after I was served with the initial documents prepared by his lawyer. Within a short time, Mark had me and our children situated in the home with a court order that removed my husband from the home, required him to pay temporary child support and spousal maintenance, and cover my attorney's fees. From there, Mark worked like a bulldog and discovered several financial assets I never knew my husband was hiding from me! He also hired an expert to value my ex-husband's interest in a lucrative partnership, and before trial was able to push my ex and his attorney into a successful settlement. The process was stressful but Mark was always available, personable, and explained everything clearly. I could not be more happy with the outcome. I'll be recommending Mark Johnson to anyone looking for a terrific lawyer.

Posted by Tom | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Experienced and affective attorney

After talking to several attorneys I hired Mark Johnson on the first phone call. He immediately got a restraining order changed to a temporary no contact order for both parties. Mark was responsive, drove the case forward even when the other attorney and my wife were slow and combative. Mark... completed the case while I was out of the state, what a relief ! He succeeded to get everything I wanted. I highly recommend Mark Johnson.

Posted by Jennifer | September 15, 2013 | Landlord & Tenant

Long Distance Negotiation

I had to evict an occupant from a property I own in Washington. I live in another state. I did some on-line research, but essentially had to make a leap of faith in hiring an attorney. Mark Johnson was very knowledgable about Landlord-Tenant law and he resolved the matter satisfactorly and quickly.... I would reccommend Mr. Johnson to anyone with an eviction issue.

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Jonathan Moffitt

Family lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a formidable trial attorney. He took a lemon of a case over from prior counsel just weeks before trial and made lemonade with very little time to prepare. I endorse him enthusiastically."

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Anthony Zorich

Family lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is detail-oriented and tenacious while remaining professional, and courteous. He is a pleasure to know and work with."

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Kathleen Forrest

Family lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Mark as opposing counsel in a case and to consult on issues of law. He is a dedicated attorney and an aggressive litigator, while maintaining professionalism with attorneys and opposing parties. Mark is skilled the courtroom, but he is also client-centered, and will work with opposing counsel to resolve issues outside of court if it will result in a good outcome for his client and save on legal fees. I would not hesitate to refer friends and family (and have done so) to Mark."

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Lindsay Camandona

Family lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mark is a tenacious advocate for his clients, but personable at the same time. We have worked together on cases before and were able to achieve good results for both of our clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Dickson

Family lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mark is an effective advocate for family law matters. I highly recommend him."

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Shane Cridlebaugh

Family lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mark is a highly competent attorney and has significant skill and experience in the area of family law."

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Bryon Guymon

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is an extremely thoughtful attorney who truly cares about his clients and the cases he takes on. He is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to understand the issues in cases to find the best possible outcome. I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Thompson

Family lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mark Johnson is a highly competent and skilled trial attorney. He finds resolution for complex and difficult domestic issues. He is creative at his approach to problem solving. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Shad McOmber

Probate lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mark is an extremely in knowledgable and hard-working attorney. I have worked with him in various matters and he is very detail oriented and diligent in representing the interests of his clients. I highly endorse Mark."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

2017 Ten Best Attorneys Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2004

Excellence for the Future, CALI

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Dickson Law Group, P.S.

2010 - 2013

Attorney, Law Offices of Clayton R. Dickinson

Associations

2016 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Parentage of E.J.

Successfully modified custody to father.

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Education

2006

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Animal Law Seminar

Pets and Divorce

Publications

2017

Washington Real Estate Law Blog Ongoing/Various

2015

Washington Real Estate Law Blog Ongoing/Various

2014

Washington Lawyers Practice Manual Forfeiture of Real Estate Contracts (updates)

2014

Washington Real Estate Law Blog Ongoing/Various

2013

Washington Lawyers Practice Manual Forfeiture of Real Estate Contracts (contributor)

Languages

German

Hungarian

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