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A graduate of the University of Puget Sound - School of Law, with High Distinction, Frank has spent the last 37 years litigating complex legal claims. He has successfully tried thousands of family law/divorce, medical malpractice and personal injury cases. He has won million dollar claims and been successful in highly contested custody cases. He has an excellent record in the courtroom and is a skilled negotiator. Frank enjoys working on difficult cases to win the best possible results for his clients.
Frank is an experienced and aggressive trial lawyer who has dedicated his life to fighting for justice for his clients. He prides himself on taking-on complex cases and formulating creative solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems.
Frank believes that men deserve equal rights in parenting and divorce and has worked throughout his career to help men and women achieve their goals in custody and property division.
A recipient of the American Trial Lawyers Association (ATLA) Wiedemann Wysocki Citation of Excellence, Frank is the Founding Member of the Washington State Association for Justice (WSAJ) distinctive Eagle Program and a Presidents’ Club member of the American Association for Justice (AAJ); and a member of Million Dollar Advocates, Thurston County Bar Association and King County Bar Association Family Law Section.
In 2016, Morris - Sockle, PLLC, was named Washington's Best Civil Litigator and Mr. Morris was among the 2016 Lawyers of Distinction as well as in the Top 10 Attorneys, as rated by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.
Morris - Sockle, PLLC, was recently featured on as a Premier Law Firm of 2017.
Frank is also the founder of Thunderbay Construction which has built and developed hundreds of homes and numerous commercial buildings in Thurston County. He is co-owner of Thunderbay Property Management, which owns and manages several professional office buildings in Olympia.
When not working, Frank is an avid sailboat racer, scuba diver, skier, hiker, and traveler.
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44 years | 600 cases
44 years | 600 cases
44 years | 600 cases
44 years | 600 cases
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3025 Limited Lane NW Suite 200, Olympia, WA, 98502-2613
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Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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...
Posted by Doug | February 18, 2011
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 ...
Posted by Russ | February 17, 2011
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
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!
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Frank Morris for over 25 years. He is an excellent trial attorney and advocate for his clients."
"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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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
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
2012 - Present
Thurston County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1981 - Present
Federal Bar Association, Federal Litigation SectionMember
1980 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1978 - Present
Washington State Trial Lawyers AssociationFounding Member
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2012
CLE Credits
1976
Juris Doctorate
1970
BA
1990
Expert witnesses
1990
Role of the Chiropractor in Litigation
1989
Massage Therapist as Expert Witness
1987
Chiroprators as expert witnesses
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