Harold Kent Prukop Jr

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Harold Kent Prukop Jr

also known as Hal Prukop

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 32 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Liberty Lake, WA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship ... +3 more

23403 East Mission Ave., Suite 200J, Liberty Lake, WA

Virtual Consultation Available

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About Harold

Biography

Contact Lawyer Hal Prukop for Wills, Trusts, Elder Law, Probate, POA's & Guardianships (425) 629-0901.

Estate Planning includes everything you own going to all the people you love when you pass away.

Guardianships are necessary when a person cannot make their own healthcare or financial decisions.

Whether one is rich or poor, everyone owns an estate that may need to be probated. I can help!

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Prepare/update Wills, Powers of Attorney (health/financial), Special Needs and Living Trusts (revocable/irrevocable), codicil, community property agreement, healthcare directives to physician, HIPAA authorization, death with dignity, and contracts.

29 years | 200 cases

40%
Guardianship 20%

Petition for guardianships of adults dementia or mental cognitive impairment; guardian ad litem for contested petitions or structured settlements; certified appointed guardian ad litem for various counties; appointed attorney for disabled person.

13 years | 32 cases

20%
Probate 20%

Petition for probate of testate or intestate estates (with/ without a Will). Settle/distribute decedent's estate. File necessary pleadings with the Court, including Declaration of Completion of Probate. Ensure all debts, taxes, expenses are paid.

13 years | 15 cases

20%
Elder Law 10%

Assist with issues as long term care planning & insurance, senior assisted living arrangements, advice on Medicaid and Medicare benefits/rights, and Social Security issues. Optimize asset protection and avoid or defer taxes where possible.

13 years | 4 cases

10%
Trusts 5%

13 years

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

13 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 25 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-400 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2021 2020
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2015 2014

Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 4 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 28 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1997

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 32 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Prukop Law Firm, PLLC

23403 East Mission Ave., Suite 200J, Liberty Lake, WA, 99019

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Prukop Law Firm, PLLC, by home appointments accepted

Po Box 1147, Coeur D Alene, ID, 83816

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Prukop Law Firm, PLLC

P.O. Box 385, Liberty Lake, WA, 99019

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Harold Kent Prukop Jr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

79 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Elder Law

Posted by Ann | October 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Elder Law

Elder law

Mr. Prukop met with my 86 year old mother to update her will and review other estate issues. I sat in on their meetings and was impressed with how he assessed my mom's mental state, made sure she wasn't being taken advantage of by any family members, and completed her updated will in a timely and pro...fessional manner. Mr. Prukop was straightforward regarding fees and did not try to oversell her. He was friendly and approachable. I would recommend him.

Harold Prukop

Replied last October 18, 2016

Thank you very much, Ann. It is a pleasure serving people like your mother. Your review is a testament as to why I do what I do. Godspeed to you and your family!

Posted by Cathy | September 29, 2016 | Elder Law

Durable Power of Attorney

Hal, as they say, "cuts to the chase." He listened to me, asked all the pertinent questions, and proceeded to get a Durable Power of Attorney drawn up for my disabled husband. This he did within four days, absolutely amazing to me! He brought the document to my husband in the nursing/rehab facilit...y, where he very patiently explained what my husband needed to understand. My husband executed the document, and that was it. Very efficient!

Harold Prukop

Replied last September 29, 2016

Thank you, Cathy, it is my pleasure serving you and your husband! Sincerely, Hal

Posted by Ralph | February 24, 2016 | Elder Law

Client with training in the legal system judges Mr. Prukop Jr highly.

I have completed the Edmonds WA Community College paralegal program of studies and been a participant in one civil lawsuit as well as serving on three juries, being the foreman of one; I have considerable familiarity with how our legal system works. I was impressed with the professionalism and depth... of his understanding of the field in which he specializes (end-of-life challenges faced by the elderly). He assisted us in the development of our wills and advised us, on the basis of his considerable experience with folks our age, of whether or not it was time for us to sell our home and relocate to a living-environment especially designed to meet the needs of the elderly. He was professionally efficient and most pleasant to deal with. I would certainly encourage others to engage Mr. Prukop as their lawyer.

Harold Prukop

Replied last July 29, 2015

Sir, thank you for your very kind and thoughtful comments. It was and will continue to be a pleasure working with you and your wife moving forward. - Hal

Posted by Carolyn | February 22, 2016 | Elder Law

Hal's review

Hal was amazing to my parents. He was especially kind to my Father, who has Alzheimer's. Hal calmed my Mother about the whole process and they will return to him for their future needs.

Harold Prukop

Replied last February 22, 2016

Carolyn, Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a pleasure serving you and your parents, to provide them the peace of mind they deserve. Sincerely, Hal

Posted by Tom | November 18, 2014 | Elder Law

Highly quailified with a unique perspective.

I met Hal Prukop in 2008 when he was an executive with a well-known firm in the global financial services industry. Hal and I found we had many common interests, personal and professional goals and shared ethics and as a result we became personal friends. When Hal decided to return to the practice ...of law, I told him I needed to update my Will and overall legacy planning and asked him to allow me to become client # 01. Hal spent many years in the financial services industry and it has been my observation that gives him a unique perspective when it comes to integrating the various disciplines that go into legacy, estate and elder care planning. Hal did an outstanding job of addressing my needs; he made sure other family members can direct my affairs in the event I am unable to do so and that my estate will pass seamlessly to future generations. If you are looking for an attorney to help guide you through the planning process for elder care, estate and legacy planning you would do well to consider working with Hal Prukop.

Harold Prukop

Replied last November 18, 2014

Thank you very much. It has been a true pleasure working with you and updating all of your essential estate planning documents, from your last will and testament to your general power of attorney. Our discussions regarding what exactly you would like to have happen at the end of your life and when you pass away is invaluable information and the reason I do what I do, and why so many middle-aged and older folks really need to see a good estate planning attorney to ensure their wishes are carried out as they desire. As we say, "You can write your own will, but if you don't, the state will write it for you." Continued best wishes.

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Harold Kent Prukop Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brent Hardy

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Harold without reservation. He has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of the law and is a superb litigator."

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John O'Brien

Elder law lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Shadan Kapri

Estate planning lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Very well versed in the law and considered highly in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Principal, Prukop Law Firm, PLLC

1994 - 2002

Owner, Law Offices of Harold Prukop

Associations

2015 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Real Property, Probate & Trust Section

Member

2014 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Solo and Small Practice Section

Member

2013 - Present

King County Bar Association, Guardianships & Elder Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

East King County Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

King County Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Section

Member

2013 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Elder Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

The American College

Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)

2009 - Present

National Football Foundation, Seattle/King County Chapter

Board Member

2006 - Present

Society of Certified Senior Advisors

C.S.A. Designation

2005 - Present

National Notary Association

Notary Public

2005 - Present

National Association of Fraternal Insurance Counselors

Member

1997 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of California

Member (Voluntarily Inactive)

1989 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International

Member

1984 - Present

Special Olympics

Volunteer

2014 - 2016

Society of Financial Service Professionals

President

2014 - 2016

WA State Office of Insurance Commissioner, Life & Disability Agent/Broker Advisory Committee

Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Precision Laboratory Plastics, Inc. v. Micro Test, 96 Wn.App. 721 (1999) Published June 18, 1999

Hal's client, PLP, Prevailed.

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Education

1992

Thomas Jefferson School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

United States Military Academy, West Point

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

California Western School of Law

N/A

Speaking Engagements

2018

Ethics Continuing Education, Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA

Ethics for the Estate Planner and the Financial Service Professional

2015

WSBA CLE

Civility in the Legal Profession

2015

Ethics Training for Washington Financial Service Professionals

Ethics in the Financial Services Industry

2014

You Tube Bobcast LIVE Event, April 12, 2014 Estate Planning and Durable Powers of Attorney

2014

WSBA Continuing Legal Education Practice Management Checkup

2014

Weekly Insurance Agents' Meeting

Estate Planning Essentials

2014

Practice Management Check Up: Transformig Your Solo and Small firm from Surviving to Thriving

CLE - Top 10 Things Attorneys Need to Know About Running a Practice

2014

Live Legal Line Broadcast 4/12/14 Durable Powers of Attorney

2014

Legal and Business Ethics

Why Good People Do Bad Things

2014

Annual Meeting of NAFIC

Helping People with Issues on Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianships

Publications

1999

Washington Appellate Practice Deskbook Precision Laboratory Plastics, Inc. v. Micro Test

1998

ABA Young Lawyers Division publication Making the Transition from One State to Another is a Harrowing Experience

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Harold earned significant contribution points in 2015.

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