James Henry MaGee

James Henry MaGee

4.6
Rating: 5.5

Licensed for 32 years

Family Lawyer at Olympia, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

2316 4th Ave E, Suite D, Olympia, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 32 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1993

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Location

Law Office of James H. MaGee Washington Bankruptcy Attorney

2316 4th Ave E, Suite D, Olympia, WA, 98506

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James Henry MaGee's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

100 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

strung along for over half a year with nothing to show for it

this was supposed to be a simple case. this lawyer makes it feel as if youre not a big case, you will just be pushed to the back every single time and then they extract all your retainer by delaying, rescheduling, and then never doing anything so that you have to call just for them to say they will d...o something, and then do nothing and then get charged for their negligence and then have it all happen all over again over and over. 90% of our fees were just from trying to get answers and get things moving, being promised something would be done soon, and then just get lied to and told other cases are being worked on and im assuming just because they will make more money for this firm. if you dont have a big case, look elsewhere because you are not important in the slightest to these people. they will happily take you in just to milk you dry while doing nothing at all for you. We were constantly told we would get updates or callbacks just to wait 2-3 weeks since we didnt want to be too pushy before calling again. well after 8 months, i have to say this was the biggest waste of money. They set us up with scenarios just so we would have to contact them to waste more money time after time. if youre not going to take cases seriously then dont take on the clients you dont care about. its been an aggravating and pathetic excuse for a "service" that every single person at this firm has given to us. multiple people all did the same exact thing. It makes you think that this is a strategy that they all know to do just to get more money from people they feel they wont be able to get the entire retainer from...

Posted by Richard | February 1, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Thanks James!

I contacted the Law Offices of James H. MaGee after talking to another attorney about my financial difficulties. The difference was night and day. I was confused about my options and swimming in an avalanche of information which only added to the confusion. My life had been reduced to sleepless ni...ghts and a steady stream of phone calls from my creditors demanding money I didn’t have. I was looking at losing my home and staring at a very dim road ahead. The Law Offices of James H. MaGee looked at my situation and took the time to answer my questions and to explain the Bankruptcy process to me. I went from being hopeless and terrified to having greater understanding and a reason to be hopefully. If any of this sounds like you and your situation I strongly encourage you to give them a call and make an appointment. There is no reason to live life paralyzed with fear any more… There is hope…. I highly recommend them!

Posted by Allen | September 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

I had reservations about filing bankruptcy. So I did some research to find the best possible attorney. I went to his consultation and was very pleased and comfortable discussing my case. I hired him that very day. He and his staff were very respectful, courteous, helpful and knowledgeable. I wo...uld certainly recommend Mr. Maghee as your choice if you are overwhelmed with finances and can't get a grip on them. If I had to do it all over again, I would return to his practice again! Allen

Posted by Kelly | September 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

bankruptcy review

We hired James H. Magee to file for bankruptcy. He and the staff were very helpful ,friendly and professional in guiding us through the whole process. Thank you!

Posted by Cheryl | June 1, 2015

Excellent lawyer

From my initial consultation, I knew James was the right attorney for me. He's very knowledgeable and kind. He took the time to get to know my situation. I felt like I was in good hands. I filed chapter 7, his team was helpful every step of the way. He eased my anxiety and gave me piece of mind. I wo...uld recommend him to my family and friends.

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James Henry MaGee's Lawyer Endorsements

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Collin McKean

Family lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse James McGee. I had a family law matter in Grant County Washington which needed an experienced attorney to be available on short notice to my client who had custody and support issues. Mr. McGee made himself available on short notice and was able to give high-touch service to my client and her case. I value James' legal strategy and client centered approach to his representation."

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Chad Smithson

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. MaGee utilizes his many years of bankruptcy knowledge to exact the best results possible, time after time. He is thorough and provides compassionate counsel and dedication. I endorse this lawyer unreservedly."

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Christopher Leroi

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. MaGee is an outstanding and excellent attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone to him for his services. I have been practicing for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, private attorney, and prosecutor, and I learn from his answers on Avvo every day. Simply an exemplary attorney."

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Adam Teal

Unknown lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is an attorney who is as easy to talk with as he is knowledgeable. He is capable not only of handling your most difficult problems, but also explaining the legal terms to you in simple English. I would recommend his services to anyone in need of help navigating through the complex world of bankruptcy."

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Wendy Zicht

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I highly recommend Mr. MaGee to anyone facing financial difficulties. I do not hesitate to refer my family law clients to him if they need to consider filing bankruptcy. I had him as opposing counsel on a divorce matter previously, and he is a hard-working, honest,and ethical advocate. He is not fearful of arguing for changes in the law that he believes will benefit his client, hence his successful advocacy in Choate before the Court of Appeals, Div. II."

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Paul Lang

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is a superstar on the West Coast for all bankruptcy issues. A tremendous personality, a deep and extensive knowledge of the law, and an engaging manner makes him a pillar in our community."

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William Waldner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Other

"I have personally known James for some time now. As a fellow Bankruptcy practicioner, I can honestly say that James is one of the most ethical attorneys I have met in the field. He has a mastery of all areas of Bankruptcy law and is an incredible advocator for his clients in and out of the courtroom. On many occasions I consult with James on complex aspects of federal law and I am still amazed at his insight and understanding of even the most intricate details of Bankruptcy Law. Filing Bankruptcy is serious business and therefore the decision to pick the right attorney is crucial. I would not hesitate to recommend James Magee to anyone in need of an attorney!"

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Tom Youngjohn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. James Magee was the bankruptcy attorney I trusted to represent me in my bankruptcy. I don't trust lawyers easily. My trust in James Magee was not misplaced. Mr. Magee did everything he said he would, and more. James knew the law very well. I had gotten caught between an ugly divorce, which lasted two and a half years, and a surprising, recent slowdown in my self-employment income, and James Magee was there to be my bankruptcy advocate! Thank you, Mr. Magee."

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Chad Smithson

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Cameron Fleury

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Wendy Zicht

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Adam Teal

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Experience

Rating:  5.5 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Admonition issued in WA, 2023

updated on 10/03/2023

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Attorney, Central Washington Lawyers, PLLC

2018 - 2021

Associate Attorney, McKean Law Office, PS

1996 - 2018

Owner, Law Offices of James H. MaGee

1993 - 1996

Attorney, Shafer Law Firm

Associations

2020 - Present

Grant County Bar Association

Member, Secty/Treasurer

2010 - Present

Better Business Bureau

Accredited Business

2010 - Present

National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

Member

2010 - Present

American Bankruptcy Institute

Member

Washington State Bar Association, Creditor-Debtor Section

Member

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Washington State Bar Association

Member, Civility Committee

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

Education

1993

University of Puget Sound School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Whitworth College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

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William J. Factory SBI Construction Lien Claims

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Small Business Administration SCORE Business Entity Choice, a Comparative Approach

N/A

Nat'l Association of Credit Managers UCC-1 Perfection Issues

N/A

International Credit Association Creditor Claims in Probate Proceedings

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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