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Debra S. Morse
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Biography
I am the youngest of five children and originally from a small town in Montana. When I was six years old, we moved to England, where I attended school through high school graduation before returning to the U.S. I was fortunate as a child to be exposed to different cultures and languages. I then went to college in San Francisco and eventually moved to Tacoma for law school. I have been here ever since. I enjoy the outdoors, gardening, cooking and travel. I consider myself lucky to be able to do what I enjoy for a living: helping people solve problems, if possible maintaining some perspective and a sense of humor, which I guess are really the same thing. I invite you to check out my web site ( ) for more details on my background, including the extensive mediation training and collaborative law training I took. I hope you find this information helpful. I look forward to being of service. I offer a free 30 minute consult in which we can review your case and begin to plan how to resolve the problem.
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Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 285-285 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
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Debra S. Morse, Attorney At Law
10221 Bridgeport Way, S.W., Tacoma, WA, 98499-2303
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Debra S. Morse's Reviews
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Posted by Steve | July 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney
on point, no BS
Debra was very thorough the entire process. She was very specific and detailed. The advice I received from her helped me understand and appreciate the process, therefore receiving the outcome favorable on my end.
Posted by Christopher | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best Lawyer you could have
Debra was literally the best I could have in my corner. She help guide me through the process and educated me the whole way through. I am very happy of the outcome and will keep her on as my lawyer for as long as necessary.
Posted by David | March 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best lawyer ever.
Debra is not only an amazing lawyer, but an absolutely amazing person, that has no problem calling it as she sees it. I had a very long, drawn out divorce, and it took a hefty toll on the family. In the end I got custody of our three kids. I also got them back on track with school and life. When taki...
Posted by Bethany | January 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
She's tough and that is what we needed!
I am an active duty military mom and needed to start from scratch a child custody/support case about my then 7 year old son. It was a very long and VERY frustrating for me, but I don't know what I would have done without her to walk me through everything! There was nothing I couldn't go over with her...
Posted by Jared | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Confidence at a time of uncertainty.
My case was a high conflict, complex case. From the beginning, Debra approached it with a confidence that helped me focus, remain calm and realize it would be over soon. We had many court dates, all met with professional, precise instructions for me, and thorough representation from Debra. The end r...
Debra S. Morse's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had one family law case with Debra. I found her to be diligent, intelligent, well versed in the law and sensitive to the needs of her client. She was always professional and well prepared. She exhibits integrity. Her word is her bond. In a child placement case with allegations flying back and forth, she proposed reasonable solutions in the best interests of the children while strongly advocating for her client."
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"Debra Morse is a highly competent and very professional attorney. She has strong courtroom skills and is well respected in the legal community."
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"Debra is an experienced and aggressive lawyer. She is a worthy opponent in any family law case."
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"Debra is a professional and fierce advocate who aims to settle cases but is not afraid to litigate them."
"Debra Morse represents the highest degree of skill and advocacy for her clients. I have found her to be hard working and hard hitting as an opposing attorney. Her reputation in the court and among the best lawyers is superb. I would have no reservations in recommending her to prospective clients."
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Experience
Work Experience
1990 - Present
Owner, Debra S. Morse, Attorney at Law
1989 - 1989
Law Clerk, Thurston County Superior Court
Associations
2006 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2001 - Present
Washington Mediation AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Better Business BureauMember
1990 - Present
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Education
2003
Washington Mediation Association
Certified Domestic Relations Mediator
1988
University of Puget Sound School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
University of San Francisco
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
French