Margaret H. Brost

Margaret H. Brost

3.8
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 35 years

Child custody Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +2 more

1800 Cooper Point Road SW Suite 18, Olympia, WA

About Margaret

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Child Custody 45%

Including Grandparent's Rights

35 years

45%
Child Support 10%

35 years

10%
Alimony 4%

35 years

4%
Adoption 1%

35 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 280-320 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 35 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Gravis Law, PLLC

1800 Cooper Point Road SW Suite 18, Olympia, WA, 98502

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Margaret H. Brost's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Brian | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Lawyer and staff that makes sure you're informed on your case and options

Margaret and her staff made sure to keep me well informed throughout my divorce process. It started with the introductory meeting with Margaret who listed to my situation and then provided the steps in a divorce proceeding in the state of WA. She stated what I should expect and how the state handle...s the process. After the initial filing from my ex, Margaret then walked what the course of action I should expect and through the next steps in the process. She made sure I was comfortable with the resolution that came from the divorce and answered any questions I might had. As the divorce laws in WA are very unfair to the fathers (from my perspective), she made sure I got what was entitled to get during this process. She made sure I understood the child support calculations (also unfair) and that I was comfortable with what came from it. Divorce was not a happy situation and no result was going to make me 100% happy, but Margaret made sure I got at least what I should have gotten and looked out after my interest throughout the process.

Posted by Tasha | July 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

I Can't Thank Her Enough

I came here to review my family law lawyer options. I went with Margaret because it looked like she was the best...and I was absolutely right. Margaret was truly a guide and mentor through my legal battle. She spoke plainly about my options and my chances. She listened to my concerns and often replac...ed my ideas with better ideas born from her years of helping parents do what's best for their kids. I felt truly supported by her and found peace through trusting my case was in the best hands. She often called at night or on the weekends showing me she took my case as seriously as all the other cases taking up her time. My case lasted about 9 months and I got the results I wanted without every going to court. I owe that entirely to her creativity and masterful understanding of the system. Remember that if you don't choose Margaret, you may be on the other side of the table from her. That is a scary place to be.

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2017 | Child Custody

Informative, clear, and worth the time

In my consult with Margaret I found her to be extremely informative and able to explain the process and complexities of a custody case in a clear manner. She has the ability to talk to a variety of audiences that either have no knowledge of the process or have been involved in the process. She is p...assionate, understanding but also does not mislead you.

Posted by Walter | January 15, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic Attorney

I came to Margaret with a complex divorce situation involving child custody/visitation/support which originated in CA (my residence) and, subsequently, transferred to WA state jurisdiction (ex-wife's residence) on technicalities discovered by my ex-wife's attorney after 5 1/2 years of dealings throug...h the CA court system. I needed a "great" attorney...and I received one in Margaret Brost. Her knowledge of Washington State Family Law is superior. From the initial consultation to the final judgment, Margaret and her professional staff guided me through the process thoroughly while clearly explaining my legal options along the way. I can't thank you and your staff enough, Margaret! Bottom line...If you're looking for the BEST representation, look no further than Margaret Brost.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2012 | Child Custody

Want to win the right way?

I originally found Margret Brost through Joint Base Lewis-McChord legal services (JAG) as a recommended civilian attorney in 2009. Margret has represented me several times since in family law issues. I will never use another attorney for family law unless she retires. Margret is extremely skillful...; each time she represented me I was able to maintain excellent protections for my child and myself in the final legal documents. She is a powerful negotiator and has an outstanding knowledge of the law. Further she has an excellent network within the family law field ranging from counselors, guardian ad litems etc. As her client, she will tell you what is needed in order to make sure you are in the right. This is a stark contrast from sleazy attorneys who will let you look like a fool in front of the Judge by telling you that you are 100% right to begin with. Margret's guidance will set you on the right track for what is the best interest of your children, you and your case. You may not like it at the time, but she is doing it in your interests and the end results will speak for themselves. Margret is an extremely busy attorney but her staff all are all appropriately helpful, providing information or getting you in touch with Margret when you need her. I am happy to recommend her for your family legal needs.

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Margaret H. Brost's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patrick Rawnsley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Margaret the entirety of my legal career. Margaret is well prepared, determined and effective in her approach to litigation as well as settlement negotiations. I am pleased to endorse Margaret..."

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Jamie Olivares

Unknown lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great attorney and a great person as well."

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Joshua Foreman

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is a pleasure to endorse Margaret Brost. She changed Washington family law when she successfully appealed a client's case all the way to our state's Supreme Court; that took brains, guts, energy, dedication, hard work -- everything you want in a lawyer. She had the whole family law establishment against her and she beat them single-handed. If you want a lawyer who is a proven winner, call Margaret Brost."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Brost Law, PC

1991 - 1991

Attorney, Margaret Brost, Attorney

1990 - 1991

Law Clerk, Hon. Gerry Alexander, Court of Appeals (Division II)

1989 - 1989

Legal Extern, Hon. Robert J. Bryant, US District Court

1988 - 1990

Legal Intern-Civil Division and Legal Extern-Fraud Division, King County Prosecutor

1978 - 1987

Security/Data Admin, Asst Staff Mgr, Supervisor, Mountain Bell Telephone

1977 - 1978

Team Leader, Bernallillo Alcoholism Treatment Program

1974 - 1977

Psychiatric Social Worker, United States Army

Associations

1995 - Present

Eastern District Court of Washington

Member

1991 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Eastern District Court of Washington

Thurston County Bar Association

Member

Washington Women Lawyers

Member

Monarch Children'

1996 - 1998

Stop the Violence

Board Member

1995 - 1997

Monarch Children's Center

Board Member

1995 - 1999

Harlequin Productions

Secretary

1993 - 2003

Harlequin Theater Productions

Board Member

1991 - 1994

Extended Hand (Romanian Orphan Relief and Adoption)

Legal Counsel

1991 - 1994

United Way

Allocations Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re: Marriage of Freeman

We made law! The Washington Supreme Court adopted the New Jersey standard articulated in Carfagno (Carfagno v. Carfagno, 288 N.J. Super. 424, 672 A.2d 751(Ch. Div. 1995)) as a framework for modifying or terminating a permanent protection order.

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Education

2010

University of Texas at Dallas

Graduate School Certificate

1990

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of California

M.S. Ed.

1974

Nazareth College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2003

Pacific Legal Technology Conference

Self Help Divorce

Languages

German

Activity

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