Debra S. Morse

Debra S. Morse

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody ... +5 more

10221 Bridgeport Way, S.W., Tacoma, WA

About Debra

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 70%

Family Law is a general area that encompasses all the other sub-categories. Often one case includes multiple issues. I've handled cases in all the sub-categories indicated.

70%
Child Support 20%

Family Law is a general area that encompasses all the other sub-categories. Often one case includes multiple issues. I've handled cases in all the sub-categories indicated.

20%
Child Custody 3%

Family Law is a general area that encompasses all the other sub-categories. Often one case includes multiple issues. I've handled cases in all the sub-categories indicated.

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 285-285 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 36 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1990

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

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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5.0 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2013

Custody Modification - don't try to do it on your own!

We hired Debra after attempting to do a Custody Modification without representation. NOT a good idea to go it alone! Debra took things into hand with a no-nonsense, go get 'em attitude. She did a thorough job for us, and we ended up with full custody and a new Parenting Plan that is excellent! She al...ways had the kids best interest in mind. Thank you Debra!

Posted by Glenna | April 23, 2013

Debra Morse is a divorce attorney I strongly recommend

I have never been through a divorce before and it is an experience I would not wish to repeat. I have three sons, two being teenagers and one being an adult. I am the main wage earner. The case was unique in many ways. As the respondent in the case I faced the possibility of loosing a great dea...l due to unreasonable demands of my ex-spouse. I was quite fortunate to have Debra Morse as my attorney. She came highly recommended and I certainly would recommend her. There were a lot of aspects to a divorce, which I never knew. My divorce was very unique in many ways due to various reasons. It is time and work intensive to get all the required information in the divorce process. There were several court hearings. Mediation was scheduled and Ms. Morse advised me that it was not in my best interest to participate in given the petitioner’s demands. I was so glad that we did not go to mediation. Doing a settlement in court worked out so much better, in fact much better than expected. There are a lot of requirements in a divorce and it is even more complicated when there are children involved. Ms. Morse always kept me on track and kept me informed throughout the divorce. She was always very professional and I always felt that I had an attorney that looked out for my best interest. Her staff was very good and was keeping me on task. My divorce took from May of 2010 to the final divorce decree in mid October of 2012. It was a complicated and long process and I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to have a great attorney. I am so glad that I had Debra Morse for my attorney.

Posted by Kristine | October 18, 2012

Extremely Professional and Knowledgeable

Debra S. Morse helped me out in 2008 - 2009 in regards to my divorce and property settlement. She was/is extremely knowledgeable regarding family law and really did her homework for me. She always kept me very well informed and explained things in detail both verbally and via letter/email. She was... referred to me by another associate and I have been very blessed to have her on my side. In fact, she did her research and subsequent homework so well, that when my case was approached to be reopened in 2012, there was not a leg to stand on. I would highly recommend her to anyone. Top of the line, professional, and thorough.

Posted by Brian | June 16, 2011

x3 The best attorney

Three times Debra Morse has represented me over the last 10 years. Each time I have come out far bettter than expected. Debra and her staff took my case very personally and really cared about the outcome. They went the extra mile to ensure there was fairness to me and my children. Debra dug deep for ...relative information that helped me to win my case. Debra is very educated and knowledgable about family law. She determined what was really happening and what needed to be done to best represent me. I would definately use her again if I needed an attorney.

Posted by Glenda | June 07, 2011

Experienced, knowledgeable and honest

Ms. Morse is very professional as well as very knowledgeable in the divorce / custody laws of Washington State. Her fees are comparable to other local attorneys (of which I had interviewed two others prior to Ms. Morse), with her work being (I believe to be) superior. She is very detail oriented a...nd very organized. Many thanks to her for getting me through the myriad of paperwork and court hearings needed for my divorce and custody matters. Thank you, Debra

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Debra S. Morse's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Kogut

Family lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Heather Swann

Family lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Candoo

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Braswell

Child custody lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Other

"A very knowledge and competent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Cook

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Debra is an experienced and aggressive lawyer. She is a worthy opponent in any family law case."

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Laura Groves

Family lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sophia Palmer

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Debra is a professional and fierce advocate who aims to settle cases but is not afraid to litigate them."

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Bruce Clement

Family lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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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William Kogut

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Heather Swann

Family lawyer

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Daniel Cook

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Sophia Palmer

Family lawyer

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Bruce Clement

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

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 Professionals

Member

2001 - Present

Washington Mediation Association

Member

2000 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Member

1990 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

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

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