$ 350-350 per hour
I have been in private practice in Thurston County, Washington since 1996. My practice is primarily focused on family law cases. I was previously certified as a Guardian ad Litem for minor children by the Thurston County Superior Court. I also served as an adjunct professor at South Puget Sound Community College for ten years, teaching the family law (domestic relations) course. In addition to working as an attorney in private practice, I serve as a Pro Tem Judge/Court Commissioner for Thurston County Superior Court.
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$ 350-350 per hour
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Acquired: 1995
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1605 Cooper Point Road NW, Olympia, WA, 98502
4 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | December 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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Brian handledmy case professionally and the outcome was better than l could have gotten with a court appointed attorney
"I have worked with Brian often as a family law attorney. Brian is well know and respected for his civility and integrity, whether he is working as an attorney or as a pro-tem judicial officer. When I need to refer a family law case to another local attorney, Brian is invariably one of the attorneys I recommend, and I do so enthusiastically."
"I have known Brian the entirety of his career and he is well respected in our legal community. He is more than just an effective litigator; he is exceptionally qualified as both a mediator and a pro tem court commissioner. It has been a pleasure to work with Brian both as co-counsel on cases as well as opposing counsel."
"Brian is who I call first when friends or family ask for a referral for family law, estate planning, criminal law, or other matters. This is because he is extremely smart, has good judgment, and works cooperatively to avoid dragging out conflicts between parties needlessly."
"I endorse this lawyer. I practiced family law in Thurston county for over a decade and Brian is one of the two family law attorneys to whom I make referrals. He knows the law, has a wonderful demeanor, and is on top of his cases. He is also highly respected in the legal community and among judges."
"Brian is at the top of a very short list of family law attorneys that I refer clients to without hesitation. He is an effective advocate for his clients, but he is always willing to negotiate with an open mind. He's also a very nice guy."
Family lawyer
2017
Certificate of Appreciation for Service as Judge Pro Tem, Thurston County Superior Court
2016
Certificate of Appreciation for Service as Judge Pro Tem, Thurston County Superior Court
2013 - Present
Partner, Pope, Houser & Barnes PLLC
2012 - Present
Pro Tem Judge/Court Commissioner, Thurston County Superior Court
2004 - 2012
Title 26 Guardian ad Litem, Thurston County Superior Court (Family & Juvenile Court)
2002 - 2012
Adjunct Professor, South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC)
1998 - 2013
Partner, Valz, Houser, Kogut & Barnes, P.S.
1996 - 1998
Partner, Valz, Kogut & Barnes, P.S.
2013 - Present
Blackhills Football ClubBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Olympia High School Alumni AssociationBoard of Directors
1996 - Present
U.S. District Court of Western WashingtonMember
1996 - Present
Thurston County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Thurston County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1995 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
KokuaBoard of Directors
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Favorable
1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Protection Orders 101
2012
Domestic Relations (Family Law) Lecture Series
2010
Domestic Relations (Family Law) Lecture Series
2008
Guardian ad Litem investigation techniques
2008
Domestic Relations (Family Law) Lecture Series
2006
Domestic Relations (Family Law) Lecture Series
2004
Domestic Relations (Family Law) Lecture Series
2002
Domestic Relations (Family Law) Lecture Series
English