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also known as Hal Prukop
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I am a United State Military Academy - ARMY-WEST POINT - graduate (Class of 1984), and I served honorably in the U.S. Army, achieving the rank of Captain, and then attended law school at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, graduating in 1992 with my Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree. I have been licensed since 1994 and focus my practice on Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Elder Law, Probate, Conservatorships, and Guardianships. I prepare legal documents such as Powers of Attorney, Living Trusts, Wills, Healthcare Directives to Physicians (also called Living Wills), Contracts, and Real Estate Deeds, and related documents in these areas of law. I also represent clients in Guardianship andn Conservatorship matters, and also in Will Contests and Trust and Estate Dispute litigation. I also spent about ten (10) years in the insurance and financial industry, so I have a unique perspective and knowledge about that industry as well. I have been a sole practitioner of Prukop Law Firm since its inception in 2013.
My office is located at 23403 East Mission Avenue, Suite 200, in the beautiful "Inland Northwest" town of LIberty Lake, Washington, just off the I-90 freeway, west of the Spokane River, and only 3 miles from the Idaho border. Although I typically meet clients at my offices, I am available to meet clients at a mutually convenient location when necessary. I PROVIDE A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. I accept Credit Cards, Personal Checks, Cashier's Checks, Money Orders, & Cash.
I have clients in all three states where I practice, Idaho, Washington, and California. I treat my clients' estate plans just like I would treat my own, and advise my clients of all options and details before they sign and execute any Trust, Will, or any other legal documents. I take great pride in advising my clients to create and follow an estate plan because, as I say, "You will either have an estate plan by default or by design, it's up to you."
A full 75% of children have NOT met their parents' advisors or attorneys, although this connection can really help ensure that your assets transfer successfully. Consider arranging a meeting with me soon so that we can take the necessary steps to secure your future, and provide you the PEACE OF MIND YOU DESERVE FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR LOVED ONES.
With my unique background as a former Army officer, credentialed financial professional, and dual-licensed (WA and CA) Lawyer, I have a unique perspective when advising my clients that many attorneys don't. In my process, your heirs, extended family, and any other advisors you want to include can work together to explore and optimize your estate planning, financial, health, and other specific retirement and legal issues or concerns that may affect how well your legacy endures.
IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT, I can work well with your tax professional, business advisor, real estate agent, insurance agent, and/or investment advisor to optimize your Estate and Financial/Retirement plan, and limit your tax exposure. With this holistic view of your estate, I have found that each professional lends their particular expertise and advice, resulting in a completely satisfied client.
I live in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho with my wife, Anycia. I have two adult children. In my free time, I like to travel, hike, bike, ski, and basically stay active. I like to read, I like country music, and I love sports, especially football. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
CALL ME, HAL PRUKOP, TO ARRANGE A SINCERE, CONFIDENTIAL CONVERSATION FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND. THANK YOU.
I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING HOW I MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU & YOUR LOVED ONES THE PEACE OF MIND YOU DESERVE!
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Practice Areas
28 years | 200 cases
12 years | 32 cases
12 years | 15 cases
12 years | 4 cases
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$ 350-400 per hour
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State: Idaho
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
State: Washington
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
State: California
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Mobile
23403 East Mission Ave., Suite 200J, Liberty Lake, WA, 99019
prukoplaw.com/Mobile
Po Box 1147, Coeur D Alene, ID, 83816
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Posted by bruce | June 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Did an excellent job covering our living trust for us. We are completely satisfied with his work.
Posted by Kendra | April 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Hal is a competent and knowledgeable lawyer. He was able to meet with my husband and I to advise on the best direction for our family and put together documents in a timely manner for review and approval. He explained everything thoroughly and made sure we understood each document. Definitely would r...
Posted by Jerry | February 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Complex trust and will situation. Hal made the process clear and understandable. Everything was completed professionally in a short amount of time.
Posted by Sabina | December 6, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Hal assisted me with a simple Will, POA, and Living Will and was able to walk me through the process. This is something I had procrastinated on for a while as it seemed too overwhelming as a single person. Only two meetings and it was all done! Thank you Hal for working with me.
Posted by Beverley | September 6, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Harold for your lawyer. I am from out of the country in need of a lawyer. Harold made me very at ease with his sincere and welcome greeting on our first visit. My legal needs were dealt with high priority and were settled within days. Harold shows he cares about is clients. I w...
Beverley, Thank you very much. I really appreciate it! It was good to meet your son Jeffrey as well. Should you or Jeff need any legal assistance here in the States moving forward (Idaho or Washington) from your residence in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, do not hesitate to contact me. All the Best to you! Sincerely, Hal Prukop
"I endorse Harold without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
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2025
Litigator of the Year, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2025
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2025
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2025
Certified Senior Advisor, Society of Certified Senior Advisors
2024
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2023
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2022
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2022
Litigator of the Year, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2021
Top 10 Estate Planning Attorney, Best of the Best Attorney's
2021
Top 10 Attorney, America's Best Advocates
2021
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2020
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2020
Lifetime Achievement Award, Premier Lawyers of America
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2018
Litigator of the Year, American Institute of Trial Lawyers
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2016
President's Award, Society of Financial Service Professionals
2016
Excellence in Chapter Achievement, Platinum Award, Society of Financial Service Professionals
2006
Certified Senior Advisor, Society of Certified Senior Advisors
1992
Honors, Trial Practice, 1992, Thomas Jefferson School of Law Student Bar Association
2013 - Present
Principal, Prukop Law Firm, PLLC
1994 - 2002
Owner, Law Offices of Harold Prukop
2015 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate & Trust SectionMember
2014 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice SectionMember
2013 - Present
King County Bar Association, Guardianships & Elder Law SectionMember
2013 - Present
East King County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
King County Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm SectionMember
2013 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Elder Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
The American CollegeChartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
2009 - Present
National Football Foundation, Seattle/King County ChapterBoard Member
2006 - Present
Society of Certified Senior AdvisorsC.S.A. Designation
2005 - Present
National Notary AssociationNotary Public
2005 - Present
National Association of Fraternal Insurance CounselorsMember
1997 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember (Voluntarily Inactive)
1989 - Present
Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, InternationalMember
1984 - Present
Special OlympicsVolunteer
2014 - 2016
Society of Financial Service ProfessionalsPresident
2014 - 2016
WA State Office of Insurance Commissioner, Life & Disability Agent/Broker Advisory CommitteeCommittee Member
Hal's client, PLP, Prevailed.
1992
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
BS - Bachelor of Science
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2018
Ethics for the Estate Planner and the Financial Service Professional
2015
Civility in the Legal Profession
2015
Ethics in the Financial Services Industry
2014
2014
2014
Estate Planning Essentials
2014
2014
CLE - Top 10 Things Attorneys Need to Know About Running a Practice
2014
2014
Why Good People Do Bad Things
2014
Helping People with Issues on Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianships
2014
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1998
English
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Harold earned significant contribution points in 2015.
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23 Apr 2025
To ensure honesty do heirs have the legal to right to request the trustee give them copies of all legal documents in the trust ?
26 Nov 2023
As owner of duplex howncan I untrrsspass mself?
02 Jan 2023