About Olaf
Biography
I have over 20 years of experience in family law and represented a countless number of clients on both sides of Washington state, who face issues of divorce, parenting and financial issues.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Washington for 28 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1997
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Olaf Hansen
621 W Mallon Ave, Ste 309, Spokane, WA, 99201
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Olaf Hansen's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Jocelyn | April 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Bien
Me gustan los servicios son muy eficientes tienen paciencia al cliente muchas gracias.
Posted by anonymous | April 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Confidential
This lawyer is not proactive at all. I have an ex that is very deceitful and asked him from the beginning to seek definitive proof on all her statements. I’ve predicted every move she’s made. We’ve been to court three times and not once has he asked for pay stubs or anything to prove her needs. He...
Olaf Hansen
Replied last April 14, 2021We share in your disappointment with the ruling that occurred last week. We also discussed after the ruling what you should do to address those disappointments. However, there are several statements you make that do not reflect what we did in representing you over the past 12 months or the results of our representation.
Posted by GavRayell | August 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Did not feel he was on my side
I hired Olaf to help me get my child back from her father who took her away and I ended up with a year of three hour visits with my child. Olaf never asked for me to have more time, he would tell the judge that my child’s father worked to much, being an attorney he should have known that the court do...
Olaf Hansen
Replied last August 12, 2019I am happy to hear that you were able to resolve your matter. An agreed parenting plan is very beneficial to not only the parents but the child as it will stop the conflict. We strive for great results for every client. The experience you recite is unusual among our clients, as our clients are a pretty satisfied bunch as you can see from the other reviews. We are always trying to get better, so I’d really like the chance of going over your case with you (in a private setting so as not to reveal confidential information) to explore that with you.
Posted by Laura K | November 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney
The best
After a trial run with a different attorney in another county, we were able to get what we wanted which was visitation for our son who was kept from his boys 2 and 1 years old for 8 months. Olaf and Christa also assisted to get our son in his home that was vacated by his ex-wife. I cannot write enoug...
Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Protection orders
Mr. Hansen was very efficient in perusing provided information in a short period of time. He was very professional in representing me in two protection order cases in District and Superior Court with a positive outcome for both.
Olaf Hansen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked against Olaf on several cases. He is very professional and very knowledgeable. I highly endorse this lawyer."
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"Olaf has a very significant family law experience across a broad variety of family law matters. I endorse this attorney. Olaf is effective both in negotiating smart settlement agreements and representing clients in trial."
"Mr. Hansen has been providing professional and effective representation for his clients for many years. He is a fellow attorney and one that I often call for advice on procedure, substantive issues and ideas that will help me with matters that I have. I have always found his advice to be solid and thoughtful."
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"Olaf brings a great attitude and a rock solid commitment to client needs to his work. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Olaf is known in the community as a great attorney and a strong advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse him."
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"Olaf brings both experience and passion to his Family Law practice. Clients trust his guidance and other attorneys respect his legal knowledge. I am very confident in endorsing him to any perspective client."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great approach to client care coupled with an outstanding strategic approach."
"Olaf provides aggressive legal representation to all his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Olaf has been a great mentor to me. He has willingly provided me with guidance and is very patient. I always feel comfortable asking him questions or for advice, and I am confident in his responses. After working with him, I admire his style in how he approaches family law cases and criminal defense cases. He does not have a “cookie-cutter” plan; rather, he strategically thinks each case through and provides his clients with legal advice of realistic potential outcomes from the point of view of a judge. Olaf is creative in his approaches - tailored to help meet each of his clients’ needs on an individual basis. In addition to his skills, clients constantly comment to me that they are thankful that he could “see the forest for the trees” during the times they could not. It is not uncommon for me to see his former clients reaching back out to him for other legal issues, regardless if it has been 1 yr. or 10 yrs. ago. Olaf is efficient, cost-effective, and very responsive to his clients."
"Olaf's work as a family law attorney is impressive. He truly understands the family court. He knows what the judges will and won't do; what they'll 'buy' and what they won't 'buy.' As a result, he works efficiently, and serves to maximize his client's results while keeping costs and fees down. When all is said and done, in this State, if one spouse wants a divorce, the court will order it. Why not minimize the wrangling and, at the same time, maximize the result? That's what Olaf does; time after time. And I've met his clients afterward, who are thrilled with his efforts on their behalf. Divorce is often an ugly business. Olaf helps his clients through the muck; and more often than not, they come out the other end with a smile, and encouraged about their future."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2018
Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2018
Top Lawyer, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2007
President's Recognition, Old Puget Sound Beach RFC
2006
Recognition,
2005
Recognition,
1995
Certificate of Appreciation,
1994
Certificate of Appreciation,
1993
MVP,
1992
Dean's List,
1991
Dean's List,
1985
Presidential Physical Fitness,
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Partner/Managing Attorney, Pacific Northwest Family Law
2018 - 2020
Attorney, Ashby Law
2017 - 2018
Attorney, Law Office of Paul B. Mack
2000 - 2017
Attorney, Magnuson Lowell, P.S.
1997 - 2000
Attorney, Law Offices of G. Olaf Hansen
Associations
2013 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2007
Family CASAGolf Tournament Committee Member
2006 - 2007
Old Puget Sound Beach RFCPR Director
2003 - 2004
Old Puget Sound Beach RFCPresident
1996 - 1998
USA Rugby Super LeagueCharter Member Rep
Sample of Legal Cases
Court reinstated her rights
Court dismissed paternity action.
Education
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Family Law
2015
Family Law
2014
Family Law
2008
Defending Clients in Criminal Court
2006
Jury Selection
2005
Criminal Defense
Publications
2015
2015
2014
2014
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
My spouse's attorney doesn't agree with the divorce agreement between us and plans to file intent to withdraw but hasn't.
17 Oct 2019
Is it possible to get charged with a dui from a skateboard, bike, etc.....?
25 Mar 2015