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 8 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Disbarment Material!

Hired to do modification of child support worksheets. He automatically gave my ex a Residential Credit. I took his numbers down to Thurston county family court and ran the same numbers and it was a significant amount. I asked to see the I formation he imputed. Make sure to ask about the other tabs fo...r taxes. This man did not work for my benefit yet for my ex. I think he had a softy for her. At his age, I do not doubt it. Waste of time and energy.

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 Addy | March 18, 2015 | Child Support

Single Mom

I hired Mr. Kratz over 10 years ago to establish my child support and custody of my son. I was so grateful he represented me back then, that I hired him again to represent me in another matter. I trust Mr. Kratz completely because he is a straight shooter and I refer everyone I know to him. He is ...worth every penny and to be perfectly honest people that do not use him have spent far more on their attorney. He is the best in town and if you truly want a chance to win your case he is your man!!

Posted by Frank W | January 17, 2014 | Family

Military family appreciates stellar attorney!

I have been battling with my ex in court using Mr. Kratz as my attorney for a few months now. Mr. Kratz has always been exceptional. I work in the military and he is extremely knowledgeable about military family situations, needs and circumstances. His long time Paralegal Shelley has always been p...rompt in her responses to me and often times took the time to listen over the phone when I seemed frazzled by my case. I have the upmost confidence in this team and really appreciate all they have done for me and my kids. Mr. Kratz is ethical and deals with facts, his paralegal shelley will be the one who you talk to most and she is extremely efficient and great to work with.

Posted by anonymous | June 14, 2012 | Divorce & Separation

When clients don't pay their bills...

When clients don't pay their bills and expect an attorney to work for free, I find that most people get what they pay for... which does not include free legal assistance. I have been a client of Mr. Kratz and have worked with Shelley for years off and on during my struggles in my divorce case. My ...guess is the previous review was yet another client who didn't pay their bill, complained they didn't have money etc. and expected both Mr. Kratz and Shelley to keep on working on their case. I know both of them work very hard on my case and those I have referred to them. The level of personal service and professionalism is stellar and I have worked with a couple of attorneys prior and not one has ever been at the level Mr. Kratz and his Paralegal Shelley are. Divorce is tough and I would not want any other team on my side !!!

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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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