Frank Edward Morris

Frank Edward Morris

4.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 48 years

Family Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

3025 Limited Lane NW Suite 200, Olympia, WA

About Frank

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

44 years | 600 cases

40%
Family 40%

44 years | 600 cases

40%
Child Custody 10%

44 years | 600 cases

10%
Child Support 10%

44 years | 600 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 48 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1977

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Morris Sockle, PLLC

3025 Limited Lane NW Suite 200, Olympia, WA, 98502-2613

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Frank Edward Morris's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Disbarment Material!

I repeatedly asked for receipts for their time and did not receive it. The court told me to take it up with the Bar. Seriously, thurston county family court told me to complain to the bar about this establishment. I was directed by the judge. I only got 1/2 a day to review paperwork yet they defended... giving opposing council 42 days. Who does that? They said it was standard for morris -sockle to only give 1/2 a day for review. Steer Clear! Even thurston county court said morris-sickleis wasting the courts time.

Posted by Doug | February 18, 2011

Medical Malpractice

After surgery at a local hospital, my mother was left with the loss of feeling and mobility in her legs. Our family met with Mr Morris for a consultation and he put many of our fears to rest. He educated us as to the process and after a reasonable period of time got us a settlement that was fair and ...moreover one that compensated my mother and family for the damages that had been done. I am forever thankful to Mr. Morris and would recommend him to anyone who has the same type of problem with hospital of health care provider.

Posted by Russ | February 17, 2011

Great Attorney

I hired Frank to work on a medial malpractice case for my mother. He was truly helpful and kind during the whole process. He really knew what he was doing and worked to the fullest to fight for my family. Frank is a very nice guy and a great lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2011

Great Medical Malpractice Attorney!

Frank was a wonderful caring attorney to work with. He always kept me in the loop with what was going on with my case, and made me feel very comfortable. I would recommend him to friends and family for sure!

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Katrina Otto

Unknown lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is an aggressive litigator, yet communicates with his clients in a compassionate manner. He illustrates the ideal balance for a successful advocate."

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John Ferguell

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathryn Comboy

Unknown lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Hovland

Family lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Newcombe

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Frank and the attorneys who work with him. I refer clients to his firm with confidence. Frank is a superior attorney in every critical respect. After nearly four decades of hands on practical experience, there isn't very much that he hasn't seen. He is a true asset to his clients. If you are interested in achieving superior and cost effective results, he is your man."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jonathan Peirce

Litigation lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Frank is well known as an excellent trial attorney and a strong advocate for his clients. He has the knowledge and experience to get results."

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Lisa Douglas

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Frank is an aggressive attorney who fearlessly represents his clients."

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Michael Potter

Family lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Frank's years of experience have translated into positive results for his clients. His zest for life and his dedication to his clients' best interest are truly impressive. I'm proud to have connected with him. Frank is a credit to both his clients and the legal community."

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Carter Hick

Medical malpractice lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is a tenacious and tireless advocate for his clients. He is a very good lawyer and a nice person. I regularly refer medical malpractice cases to his office."

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Paul Posadas

Medical malpractice lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is a tireless and experienced advocate for his client's rights."

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Christian Lassen

Medical malpractice lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stuart Shelton

Medical malpractice lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Frank Morris for over 25 years. He is an excellent trial attorney and advocate for his clients."

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Lani Sockle

Family lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Frank is a true advocate for his clients. He is skilled, experienced, and aggressive in his representation. His background includes vast civil litigation experience and commercial real estate. He is an excellent arbitrator and mediator, being fair and effective in reaching resolutions of disputes."

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Katrina Otto

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Tarah Verib

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Ray Pollari

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Amber Bighorse

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David Braswell

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Susan Kennedy

Family lawyer

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Miranda Baner

Divorce and separation lawyer

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J Farnsworth

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William Edelblute

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Dana Savage

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Charles Houle

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Todd Yelish

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Deborah Lyons

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Eric Hoffman

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Vincent Humphrey

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John Ferguell

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Jack Berner

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Premier Law Firm 2017, Newsweek

2017

Most Innovative Law Firm, Corporate America

2016

Best Civil Litigator, Corporate America

2016

Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 5%, America's Most Honored Professionals

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Citation of Excellence-Wiedemann Wysocki, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

2001

Advocacy, American Association for Justice

2000

Sustaining Fellow, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

1999

Certificate of Merit, Thurston County District Court Judges

1995

Century Club, YMCA

1993

Boss of the year, Thurston County of Legal Support Professionals

1990

Leader Appreciation, Washington Chiropractic Association

1989

Distiguished Service, American Massage Association

1987

Outstanding Support, Washington Chiropractic Association

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Divorce Lawyers For Men

2003 - Present

Partner, Morris-Sockle, PLLC

1984 - Present

Principal, Frank Morris Attorney at Law

1977 - 1984

Associate, Buzzard and Glenn

Associations

2012 - Present

Thurston County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

1981 - Present

Federal Bar Association, Federal Litigation Section

Member

1980 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1978 - Present

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Founding Member

Sample of Legal Cases

LO v Hen : Lewis County Superior Curt

Favorable outcome for client

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Education

2012

Washington State Bar Association

CLE Credits

1976

University of Puget Sound School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1970

Central Washington State College

BA

Speaking Engagements

1990

Washington State Chiropractic Association

Expert witnesses

1990

American Trial Lawyers Association

Role of the Chiropractor in Litigation

1989

American Trial Lawyers Association

Massage Therapist as Expert Witness

1987

American Trial Lawyers Association

Chiroprators as expert witnesses

Publications

2017

DivorceLawyersForMen.com 40 Ways to Save Money on Divorce

2017

Morris - Sockle 40 Years in the Trenches

2016

DivorceLawyersForMen.com 11 Rules for Surviving Divorce

2011

Morris-Sockle Law Peer review article : Medical Malpractice

2007

American Trial Lawyers Association ATLA Activity

2006

Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers Medical Malpractice Reform

2003

Trial News Washington State Trial Lawyers Salzer Hip Replacement

1976

Univeristy of Puget Sound Law School & Policy Journal Peer review articles

Languages

English

Activity

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