Leonard K Lucenko Jr

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Leonard K Lucenko Jr

also known as Lenny Lucenko

3.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Family, Unknown

201 5th Avenue S West Suite 301, Olympia, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Leonard

Biography

Experienced & Dedicated Divorce Attorney

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 33%

All misdeameanor cases including DUI and domestic violence.

33%
Divorce and Separation 33%

All aspects of family law including divorce and child custody and child support modifications.

33%
Family 33%

33%
Other 1%

1%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2013

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 23 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 24 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2001

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Connolly, Tacon & Meserve

201 5th Avenue S West Suite 301, Olympia, WA, 98501

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Connolly, Tacon & Meserve A Professional Service Corporation

825 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, 98501-1063

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Leonard K Lucenko Jr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.6 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Calm, Understanding, effective, overall good lawyer and guy

Mr. Lucenko helped my family through a rough and emotional case. He was always kind and understanding when out stress and anxiety peaked. When in front of the judge he was nothing less than impressive. He balanced law, common sense, and emotional arguments incredibly well. He talks fast so all parts ...of his client's claims, stances, and evidence can be heard in a short 10 minute speech. I would recommend Mr. Lucenko to anyone, but especially those who want a genuine lawyer who will see them as a person rather than a case. Aside from his skills as a lawyer, Lenny is a good guy and fun to banter with before and after court.

Posted by Forever Grateful | July 11, 2013 | Child Custody

Lenny is one in a million!!

I would strongly recommend Lenny to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, ethical and highly principled attorney with heart. Lenny has represented me in numerous court proceedings and each time he has been professional, well-prepared and concerned about the well-being of my children. Prior to each court ...appearance, Lenny took time to inform me about what the proceedings would entail and what outcomes I might expect. He listened and responded to my concerns. He consistently provided informative and honest feedback. While representing me in the courtroom, Lenny consistently demonstrated thorough knowledge about my case. He was always well prepared. He maintained his professional demeanor while interacting with a variety of personality types. Lenny’s ability to maintain his integrity and professionalism across situations was impressive and extremely appreciated. Lenny has been a blessing!! He is knowledgeable, professional, caring and compassionate. His professional ethics are second to none. I will forever be grateful to both Lenny and his competent, hardworking assistant, Susie for their willingness to stand beside me during lengthy and very challenging court proceedings. Lenny helped renew and restore my faith in the goodness of people. Lenny is an attorney with a strong moral compass and code of ethics. He is not only a gifted attorney, but he is also an outstanding human being.

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Unprofessional, Unresponsive, Unreliable

I would not recommend Lenny Lucenko. In my experience, he seemed more invested in staying on friendly terms with opposing counsel than in representing his client. Communication was poor: calls went unreturned, questions brushed off, meetings missed without explanation. When he did engage, it often... came with condescension rather than clarity. Divorce is already disorienting; having your own lawyer treat you like an inconvenience only makes it worse. Billing was another problem—opaque, inconsistent, and defended with more bluster than substance. Asking for an explanation felt like crossing an unspoken line, as though I should just pay up and keep quiet. Lenny was disorganized, defensive, and disengaged. His office excused missed appointments by saying he was busy with another trial, but his other cases should not diminish your representation. Find another attorney—divorce is hard enough without paying someone who can’t manage basic competence or respect.

Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

bullying harrassment and flying monkey for his sick client

not having an attorney during a divorce should not be met with bullying and threats from his loud clueless attorney. My Ex just paid him to take his place, hide his fraud, hide the truth, he allowed his client to commit perjury multiple times and keep me without a penny. He allowed his client to play... retaliation despite his attorney knowing it was all lies and would continue to defame and disrespect me. He had multiple conflicts of interest and should not have accepted my ex husband as a client, money talks ethics and morals walk.

Posted by KATHI | June 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

My Personal Experience

Representing me in my divorce, it became obvious Mr. Lucenko accepted my former husband's false allegations as truth. My spouse had not worked 24 of our 29 year marriage and strove to fulfill years of threats that I would walk away in a divorce “without a dime". It was a scorch earth strategy full... of personal attacks and untruths. Mr. Lucenko refused to forward my questions onto my former spouse's attorney until too late and pressured me to enter into mediation ill prepared and without my questions being addressed. Mr. Lucenko’s paralegal told me my diamond earrings, a gift, were only half mine. I felt defenseless. An emotional time to be sure, only worsening with Mr. Lucenko at the helm after which I detailed my experience in a complaint to the Bar. I encourage every woman seeking representation in a complicated divorce to go elsewhere.

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Leonard K Lucenko Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jerry Gray

Family lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lenny has a great reputation in the legal community and is an experienced attorney. I endorse this lawyer."

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Adrian Madrone

Family lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Lenny on a matter in Olympia. Because I do not practice regularly in Thurston County, Lenny was extremely helpful. He has great working knowledge of the judges and the local legal system. His insight was invaluable in helping me present my case. I highly recommend him."

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Alexander Frix

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lenny successfully negotiated with a tough prosecutor to get his client into Veterans Court so that client could maintain a clean record. Subsequently, he's assisted clients-in-common in their Family Court matters and my clients always say he fights for them and makes a huge difference in their cases. I highly endorse his work."

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Paul Battan

Family lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lenny brings a real sense of perspective to the hardest cases. He has a reputation for working collegially with opposing attorneys which makes him more likely to settle cases for his clients. But having tried many difficult cases in the areas of criminal and family law he is not hesitant about trying a case when it does not settle."

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Stacie-Dee Motoyama

Family lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Not every lawyer is a trial lawyer. Lenny is a seasoned trial lawyer in both criminal and family law matters. He is highly ethical and very dedicated to his clients."

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Avelin Tacon

Family lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lenny has extensive trial experience both in criminal law and Family law. He also serves as a Judge Pro Tem in Thurston County District Court which provides him with a valuable perspective on the presentation of a case. He makes it a point to be promptly available when his clients call appreciating that dealing with divorce and child custody issues can be very difficult."

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James Connolly

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Lenny Lucenko. Lenny has practiced in Olympia since 2002, primarily as a member of our firm's outstanding family law team. His legal career started in Florida for five years as a public defender where he gained considerable trial experience."

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Carter Hick

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Although Lenny's practice is primarily focused on all aspects of Family Law, he came to our firm after a period of years working as a public defender in another state. As a result, Lenny's courtroom experience is significant, and a real asset to his clients. In addition to his busy family law practice, Lenny also helps existing clients (and also new clients) with criminal misdemeanor defense. Lenny is a very capable and compassionate advocate."

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Jonathan Sprouffske

Family lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lenny continually strives to provide a high-quality level of representation for his clients. He is a great asset to Connolly Tacon & Meserve as well as the community."

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Christina Meserve

Family lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lenny works hard to achieve good results for his clients. He is smart and always well-prepared. A former public defender, he has extensive courtroom experience which he utilizes to promote his clients' positions before the bench. "

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Jerry Gray

Personal injury lawyer

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Adrian Madrone

Domestic violence lawyer

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Alexander Frix

Criminal defense lawyer

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Paul Battan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Paul Posadas

Family lawyer

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Carter Hick

Personal injury lawyer

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Avelin Tacon

Personal injury lawyer

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James Connolly

Wills and living wills lawyer

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Jonathan Sprouffske

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Pro Bono Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

2008

Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Pro Bono Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

2007

Pro Bono Service Award, Washington State Bar Association

2007

Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine

2006

Rising Star, Washington State Bar Association

N/A

Client's Choice, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, Connolly, Tacon & Meserve

1900 - Present

Member, Connolly, Tacon & Meserve A Professional Service Corporation

1995 - 2002

Assistant Public Defender, Broward County Public Defender

Associations

2008 - Present

Thurston County Bar Association

Member, Board of Directors

2003 - Present

Thurston County Chamber

Member

2002 - Present

Thurston County Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1995 - Present

Ukrainian American Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1995 - 2001

Broward County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Education

1995

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

University of Delaware

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Ukrainian

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