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Licensed in Washington for 38 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1987
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Gary R. Stenzel P.S.
421 West Riverside Ave., Suite 216, Spokane, WA, 99201
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion
Posted by Andre | December 29, 2010 | Divorce & Separation
Nice Man Who Won't Screw You Over To Make A Buck
I went into Mr. Stenzel's office for a consultation for a divorce. I don't have a lot of money since I just started my new job a few months ago and the wife is draining my money faster than I can earn it. Mr. Stenzel told me how much his services would cost and then, realizing that I could not pay th...
Gary R. Stenzel's Lawyer Endorsements
"As a former judge I can say without hesitation that Gary is one of the premier, top notch family law attorneys in the area. He has compassion for his clients and a rock solid grasp of the the law."
Charles Rohr
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals, American Registry
2016
Top Lawyers in Washington State, Legal Network
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Top Family Law Firm, Fairchild Air Force Base Newspaper, "Connections"
2005
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Spokane County Bar Association
2000
Top Family Law Firm, Fairchild Air Force Base Newspaper, "Connections"
1999
Top Family Law Firm, Fairchild Air Force Base Newspaper, "Connections"
1998
Top Family Law Firm, Fairchild Air Force Base Newspaper, "Connections"
1996
Top Family Law Firm, Fairchild Air Force Base Newspaper, "Connections"
N/A
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Spokane County Bar Association
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Lead Attorney/Owner, Stenzel Law Office
1987 - 1993
Priciple Partner, Underwood, Campbell, Brock & Cerutti; Stenzel & Price Attorneys at Law; & Stenzel Law Office
Associations
Spokane County Bar Association
Member
Washington State Bar Association
Member
1977 - 1977
BYU Family Law Graduate Students AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
In re Marriage of Dorland 34987-0-III (Wash.App. Div 3 (2019)
Husband's appeal of maintenance denied
In re Marriage of Ruddick, 35416-4-III (Wash.App. Div 3 2018)
Won and remanded for ruling consistent with findings
In re ALD 363 P.3d 604, 191 Wn.App. 474 (Wash.App. Div. 3 2015)
Won custody back for mother
In re Parenting Plan of Hall, 339 P.3d 178 (Wash.App. Div. 3 2014)
Both orders dismissing the Petitions were vacated, judge taken off
In re Parentage of C.M.F., 179 Wn.2d 411 (2013)
Won the case, the trial's ruling overturned and remanded
In re Custody of S.R., 334 P.3d 1190 (Wash.App. Div. 3 2014)
Won child given back to mother
In re the Custody of S.C.D.-L. 170 Wn.2d 513 (2010)
Successful
Long v. Fregeau, 244 P.3d 26 (2010)
Successful defense
In re Custody of Shields,157 Wn.2d 126 (2006)
Successful - overturned trial & appeals court ruling
Marriage of Dicus, In re 110 Wn.App. 347 (2002)
Successful + Fees
Marriage of Moore, In re, 99 Wn.App. 144 (1999);
6 figures + fees
In re Matter of J.E. Shelly Finch et ux v. R. Maling, directed decision (2012)
Remanded for new hearing
Education
1986
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1977
Brigham Young University
M.S.
1973
Brigham Young University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Finding Hidden Income & Assets in Divorce Cases
Finding Hidden Income & Assets in Divorce Cases
2015
End of the Year Family Law CLE
Synopsis of New Appeal Decisions
2014
Serving Up Family Law
Report of Recent Appeals Cases
2013
Family Law Litigator's Point of View
Family Law Litigator's Point of View
2012
Evidence & Expert Testimony Best Practices
Supporting Your Case
2010
Handling Valuation Issues in Divorce
Handling Valuation Issues in Divorce
2009
Family Law A to Z
Family Law A to Z
2008
Preventing Critical Financial Mistakes during Divorces
Preventing Critical Financial Mistakes during Divorces
2008
Ethical Issues in Representing Family Law Clients
Ethical Issues in Representing Family Law Clients
2006
Year End Potpourri
Year End Potpourri
2005
Getting the Best Financial Settlement for your Divorce Client in WA
Getting the Best Financial Settlement for your Divorce Client in WA
2004
Handling Washington Divorce Cases Start to Finish
Handling Washington Divorce Cases Start to Finish
2004
Complex Issues in Divorce for the WA Practitioner
Complex Issues in Divorce for the WA Practitioner
2000
Ethics in Family Law
Ethics in Family Law
1995
Guide to COBRA Laws
Guide to COBRA Laws
Publications
2016
National Business Institute Seminar
Finding Hidden Income & Assets in Divorce Cases
2015
National Business Institute Seminar
Synopsis of New Appeal Decisions
2014
National Business Institute Seminar
Report of Recent Appeals Cases
2012
National Business Institute Seminar
Evidence & Expert Testimony Best Practices: Supporting your Case
2010
National Business Institute Seminar
Handling Valuation Issues in Divorce
2009
National Business Institute Seminar
Family Law A to Z
2008
National Business Institute Seminar
Preventing Critical Financial Mistakes during Divorces
2005
National Business Institute Seminar
Getting the Best Financial Settlement for your Divorce Client in WA
2004
National Business Institute Seminar
Handling Washington Divorce Cases Start to Finish
2004
National Business Institute Seminar
Complex Issues in Divorce for the WA Practitioner
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