Philip L Kratz

Philip L Kratz

4.1
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 28 years

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

1441 W Bay Dr Nw Ste 101, Olympia, WA

About Philip

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-250 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 28 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1997

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Philip L Kratz

1441 W Bay Dr Nw Ste 101, Olympia, WA, 98502-4306

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Philip L Kratz's Reviews

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4.1 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by Luvy | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Lawyer in town

Mr. Kratz has helped me get through a horrible 2 year long battle that's lasted this long because of Covid. He is always about the facts, honest with me, and doesn't allow my ex manipulate the situation. Divorce is scary and can cause nerves and anxiety you didn't know you had and he is always so cal...m. Great person to have on your team when you are going through a life changing event.

Posted by John | August 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Champion

Mr. Kratz recently aided me through a divorce of a nearly 15 year marriage. Throughout Mr. Kratz was fair with pricing, and truly is an expert in his field who will ensure you get a fair deal. As I would be a bundle of nerves Mr. Kratz would always show up ready to champion and protect me. Nonsense ...tricks will not get passed him. I would also like to make a special note on his fair pricing. When you are going through a divorce your mind will go through 100 scenarios per day and you'll want your lawyer talking to you all the time. The problem is that their time isn't free. Mr. Kratz won't burn up your retainer on tons of emails and phone calls like so many others do or how other attornies claim to not charge for calls and texts, when really they just jack up your retainer fee. If you need someone to talk to get a psychiatrist and get Mr. Kratz to be your gladiator. The goals I set out on day one with Mr. Kratz was to maintain primary custody of the children and maintain their residence to minimize the impact of the divorce and that's exactly what he fought for and exactly what happened. Best choice I made was to retain him.

Posted by Sean | May 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Mr.

Phil helped me with my divorce starting in November of 2017. Upon our first meeting what stood out was the feeling that he was going to fight for me and subsequently that's exactly what happened. Things don't always favor the father in divorce cases. He didn't sugar-coat things and was always up fron...t with me. I would certainly recommend him to anyone in need of this type of service.

Posted by Greg landaker | October 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent attorney

I hired Mr kratz yrs ago roughly 12 and he not only got me my divorce he got me custody of my kids and enabled me to live and teach a life long life with my children I recommend him to everyone of my friends I would hire him again in a heart beat best attorney ever ty Mt kratz the best

Posted by K | September 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Review

I hired Mr. Kratz to help in my very high conflict family law case. We had an initial disagreement over billing but Mr. Kratz saw my viewpoint and refunded me $750!!! I am so grateful for that. I do not have the funds to continue to retain him. He gave me my closing file with his word as evidence as ...to the contempt situation with my ex husband. He wished me well and hopes my situation with my child turns out in my favor and we have a happy life together. I would rehire Mr. Kratz if ever I am able to. Kim S.

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Philip L Kratz's Lawyer Endorsements

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George Steele

Family lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had cases against this lawyer. He is prepared, knows the law, and is ethical."

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Patrick Rawnsley

Family lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Phil the entirety of his career and come to respect him as a formidable opponent in court who is as equally skilled in resolving cases in mediation. Since he has been serving as a pro tem court commissioner, his litigation skills have been refined further by his focus on those facts on which he knows our judicial officers will rely. Phil is realistic and pragmatic; I have consistently relied on his judgment and intuition and will continue to do so into the future."

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Ronald Gomes

Family lawyer | Jun 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Phil has an excellent grasp of the law in the ever changing family law field. He fights hard for his clients while maintaining a very high level of professional and personal ethics."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2009 - 2015

mediator, Self Employed mediator

1972 - 1994

Retired, US Air Force

Associations

2013 - Present

American Cancer Society Relay for Life

Active member

1997 - Present

United Community Aids Network

Donates estate planning services

Education

1997

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2014

Mediation Family Law Training

Family Law Legal Issues

2013

Mediation Family Law Training

Family Law Legal Issues

Languages

English

Activity

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