Harold Kent Prukop Jr

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Harold Kent Prukop Jr

also known as Hal Prukop

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 31 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 31 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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Posted by T&M | May 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

A necessity nowadays is clearly for estate planning, especially to avoid any future litigation among heirs. We gave this job to Hal Prukop and happy to say that this was done very well.

Harold Prukop

Replied last May 30, 2017

Thank you for your comments, and it is my pleasure to serve you!

Posted by Leroy | April 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Preparation of Will

I recently contacted Mr. Prukop because I needed a long-overdue will. He was very helpful, and quickly prepared a proper will with the amendments that I needed. I am very pleased with his services, and would recommend him to anyone needing a will.

Harold Prukop

Replied last April 01, 2017

Leroy, Thank you for your review, and it is a pleasure serving you. I look forward to assisting you as needed in the future! Sincerely, Hal Prukop

Posted by Eva | February 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

involved in our Competent, considerate, transparent assistance with estate planning. Treated us like family.

Having had such a favorable experience with attorney Hal Prukop in observing his work with my friend's estate planning, he became my first choice in our family's recent legal needs. From the commencement of our consultation Mr. Prukop was transparent about services he offers and what we could expe...ct as far as fees. We felt comfortable that he was offering seasoned legal counseling. He succinctly explained the options available, paring down the complexity of legal decision-making. What we very much appreciate is that he managed to be both thorough and expeditious with the time constraints involved with the case. In so many ways attorney Hal Prukop has made us feel like family and we feel that his fees are considerate. Much gratitude for his kind professionalism!

Harold Prukop

Replied last February 23, 2017

Thank you, Eva, for this review. I very much appreciate it, and look forward to continuing to assist you and your family in any future estate planning needs you may have. Thank you and God Bless! Sincerely, Hal Prukop

Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning

Like most people, I know estate planning is very important. It protects assets and beneficiaries while allowing everyone to concentrate on the most important aspects of a loved one passing-mutual support and love. Also like most people, I put it off and put it off. When faced with a medical emerge...ncy in mid January I realized that I did not have the luxury of putting it off any longer. I contacted Mr. Hal Prukop, Jr late on a Tuesday evening, set up an appointment for the next day-Wednesday. and explained my predicament. He was very sympathetic and understanding. He agreed to work the hours necessary to put together all of the documents I would need for my medical care staff, my long term relationship and myself for durable power of attorneys, wills and trusts. With my surgery the following Wednesday, Hal worked every day and over the weekend to make sure that my entire estate planning package and my long term boyfriends reciprocal estate planning package were completed and notarized by Tuesday afternoon! In time for surgery. Thank you so much Hal! It was easy to work with you.

Harold Prukop

Replied last February 08, 2017

Thank you, Ma'am for this review. (Kindly notice I wrote "Ma'am" instead of your name). It was a great pleasure working with you and your boyfriend. I really am pleased also that you are recovering so well from your surgery! Your review embodies the exact reason I do what I do, to truly help out those folks with a solid estate plan. Best to you, and do not hesitate to contact me in the future! Sincerely, Hal Prukop

Posted by ELLIOT | January 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Hiring of Hal Prukop

I was looking for an attorney who handled wills and associated documents. I initially met with Hal to determine if he was an attorney with whom I felt confident, and also with whom I felt comfortable discussing my needs. I had two subsequent meetings (and some email messages) with Hal during which we... discussed my specific needs, my time frames, and people I needed to identify to complete the documents. Hal was always helpful, knowledgeable, personable, respectful, listened to what I had to say, and completed the work on schedule.

Harold Prukop

Replied last January 18, 2017

Thank you, Elliot. It has been a pleasure serving you. Please keep in touch. And thank YOU for serving! Sincerely, Hal

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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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