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Richard Bryan Geissler

2.6
Rating: 5.9

Licensed for 44 years

Family Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Family

205 N University Rd Ste 3, Spokane, WA

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Licensed in Washington for 44 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1981

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

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Law Offices of Richard Bryan Geissler

205 N University Rd Ste 3, Spokane, WA, 99206-5094

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Richard Bryan Geissler's Reviews

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2.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Steve | March 04, 2013 | Family

This lawyer is very good

I hired him to handle a visitation matter. He did a great job I have a very good parenting plan now

Posted by Carrie | February 15, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

DID A GREAT JOB FOR ME

In 2001 I had the misfortune to have to go through a very complicated divorce. It was emotionally and financially taxing. He made me feel very safe when I was so scared. His paralegal, Karen, is beyond super awesome and one of the most intelligent people in law that I have ever seen. Her speed de...dication and energy is incredible. Bryan handled my case and it included a week long trial. When it was over, he settled it excactly the way he said he would. I felt he was very competent, but he does cost money. Sometimes you need that junk yard dog to protect you. He did just that for me and I am grateful! NOTE FOR BEFORE DIVORCING....READ CAREFULLY AND GET YOUR NAME OFF ANY AND ALL SECURED LOANS (lines of credit) BEFORE DIVORCING. He did not tell me that part and it was a devistating mistake.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Only after money, not the welfare of the family.

Mr. Geissler was more worried about "billing hours" than resolving my case. Several thousands dollars later, I was notified by the court system that the my "temporary" papers where expired" .... Therefore thousands of dollars went down the drain and now I am having to start over with a case I thought... was resolved.

Posted by Dean | January 10, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Avoid using in family law

Upon the reccomdation of an associate, I hired Mr. Geissler to handle my divorce. His greatest concern was logging his work hours. In fact, during several of our meetings, where I am paying him $250/hr, I would discuss issues, while he would chart his hrs. I asked him how he could charge me, while... he logged his hours, he smiled and told me that he was listening. He would comment to me every time that we would go to court how attractive my ex wife was. My ex told me afterwards that he even asked her out. He advised me to spend money for all kinds of things to better my case and prepare for court, which I did. Some $40,000 later, and extremely prepared for court, he just sat there and didn't do anything during our final hearing. I lost custody of my son, have limited visitation, and have to pay more than I can afford to my ex. If it weren't for family support, I would be homeless. Mr Geissler's reply to all this was you win some and you lose some, and he would be happy to retry the case for me.

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2009 | Lawsuits & Disputes

family law

this lawyer did an excellent job on my case. I was difficult because I could not make up my mind how I wanted to proceed. He stuck with me..........go to court and observe him if you have the chance

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Rating:  5.9 (Average)

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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Reprimand issued in WA, 2017

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