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Robert Jess Taylor-Manning

Estate planning Attorney at KENNEWICK, WA

2.5   10 reviews

also known as RTM

  • Licensed for 30 years
    State WA
    Acquired 1992
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

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I'm a lifelong resident of the northwest, and enjoy spending time with my family, playing and listening to music, and training and competing in kettlebell sport.

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1110 N CENTER PKWY, STE A2
KENNEWICK, WA, 99336

Reviews

2.5 / 5.0
  10 customer reviews
Posted by Julie | June 17, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Very Knowledgeable About POA
Robert Taylor-Manning was able to fit me in on short notice and take care of my needs quickly with respect and empathy.
Posted by Shaynie | May 28, 2020
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Free Consultation
I came in for a free consultation with Robert Taylor Manning regarding a legal matter & was very pleased by what a nice man he is & how honest he was regarding how much certain documents would cost & in my situation it would only take money out of my pocket. I was very glad to have had the opportunity to meet with him. I would definitely recommend his services.
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Posted by Anadelia | March 27, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
GREAT LAWYER
Robert help me at a most difficult time and I felt that he represented my interest effectively to the courts. I can also count on his advice.
Posted by anonymous | March 26, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Decent guy, smart
Rob was a very intelligent man, driven and knew his stuff! He was not afraid to say what needed to be said and made me feel confident in him. I chose to obtain new counsel not because of him, but because of the billing practice of the firm. After only 3 months of representation - I have given $12,000 with very little movement in the case.
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Posted by Brad | March 22, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Paid retainer and never heard from him again
I met with Rob in early 2020 , paid a $2000.00 retainer for his help with a legal matter. I received a letter when Covid started saying there would be delays for all clients. This was the last I ever heard from him or his office. I have since called dozens of times for a refund of the remainder of my retainer as the matter I hired him for has become irrelevant in the 3 years that have passed. I have never received a call back. I would just like the retainer returned. I cannot fathom taking money from someone and never providing the service or a return of the money paid. Looking at other reviews, I see I am not alone there are plenty of others who describe similar experiences.
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Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Just about the money
Doing what's best for his pocketbook, not the client. Would not recommend this attorney.
Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
SCOUNDREL
This man will take your money and disappear. Don't expect to ever hear from him again after you've paid his retainer. In any other line of work he'd be a criminal.
Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Shyster
Epitome of a shyster. Takes advantage of the elderly and the down and out. Paid 1000.00 non-refundable retainer, and NOTHING in 2 years!
Response from Robert Taylor-Manning April 13, 2022
I'm sorry you were disappointed, but as I don't know who you are, it's difficult to say more.
Posted by Christopher | June 19, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Not good at family law
I would NEVER recommend this law firm or Robert Taylor Manning. I hired Robert because he sounded confident in what he was doing. Communication was a HUGE issue. Robert never returned calls or emails. Our first hearing he was late to by a hour. The second one he did it completely wrong. The judge said “I legally can’t do anything because he did it wrong” and wrote a side note asking “what are you doing to your clients”. Immediately after that hearing he said we would get a “significant” credit to our account also a credit in the amount of the opposing sides lawyer fees I was awarded do to him waiting there time for doing it wrong. After that hearing he and his team ignored all communication with me. Leaving me to have to find a new lawyer and have yet to see a credit. In fact I have gotten another bill instead of a credit. It took him 6 months to get to my case. The only thing he accomplished was a change of venue (which he was a hour late to) everything else he did wrong. He charged me nearly $10,000 and I have yet to see a credit. I will be posting this to the public to warn them not to hire him or the firm that hired someone that doesn’t know what he is doing.
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Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Cashed his checks but did not deliver product on time or at all
He was hired to complete estate planning. He cashed the checks but did not deliver as promised and would not return emails or calls. We moved to different counsel to whom he has also not responded.
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AVVO RATING 9.3 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • Northwest Elder Law Center
  • 2020 - Present
  • Principal
  • Law Offices of Robert Taylor-Manning
  • 2018 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Ashby Law PLLC
  • 2017 - 2018
  • Principal
  • Sandia Cascade Law Group PLLC
  • 2016 - 2018
  • Principal
  • Law Office of Robert Taylor Manning
  • 2010 - 2015
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Education

  • University of Washington School of Law
  • J.D.
  • 1992
  • University of Oregon
  • B.A.
  • 1985

Legal Cases

  • In re Packaged Seafood Products Antitrust Litigation, MDL 2670 (S.D. Cal)
  • Pending
  • In re Vehicle Carrier Services Antitrust Litigation
  • Pending

Associations

  • Seattle Circle
  • Board Member
  • 2010 - Present
  • Northwest Girlchoir
  • Board Member
  • 2010 - 2013
  • King County Bar Association
  • Fair Campaign Practices Committee member
  • 2002 - 2004
  • Washington Law Review
  • Development Editor
  • 1991 - 1992
  • Washington Law Review
  • Member
  • 1990 - 1992
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Bronze Key Award
  • American Bar Association
  • 1991

Speaking Engagements

  • Consumer Attorneys of San Diego 5th Annual Class Action Symposium
  • Factors that Impact Claims Rates
  • 2012
  • Private Certified Presentation
  • Ethical Considerations in Canadian Class Actions
  • 2012
  • Private Presentation
  • The Fundamentals of Settlement Administration
  • 2011
  • Consumer Attorneys of San Diego 3rd Annual Class Action Symposium
  • 21st Century Class Notice and Outreach – Driving More Claims and Reaching More Class Members for Less Money
  • 2010
  • Private Presentation for DLA Piper, Chicago
  • Class Action Notice and Claims Administration: Trends and Innovation
  • 2009
  • Private Presentation for Skadden Arps, New York
  • Class Action Notice and Claims Administration: Trends and Innovation
  • 2009
  • Private Presentation
  • Class Notice and Claims Administration: Avoiding the Pitfalls
  • 2008
  • Washington State Bar Association 20th Annual Antitrust Annual Meeting
  • Administration of Class Action Settlements
  • 2003
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Attorney endorsements

Received (12)
Given (8)
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Estate planning Attorney | Jun 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Robert is always ahead of the game when it comes to helping his clients protect their assets. He is very knowledgeable and provides excellent representation to his clients."
Family Attorney | Apr 10
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
General practice Attorney | Apr 05
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer. Robert is a great person and a conscientious attorney. I highly recommend him."
Family Attorney | Mar 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"As a fellow lawyer I can confidently refer my clients and friends in the Tri-cities area to Rob knowing that without question he will take care of them to my own high standards."
Family Attorney | Mar 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Rob brings a positive attitude to a practice area that can be very demanding and difficult."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Great court-room presence. Rob is very good at creating a strategy to achieve his clients' goals."
Estate planning Attorney | Mar 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I'm pleased to know Mr. Taylor-Manning. I have confidence in his ability to help his clients plan their futures through the competent management of their estates."
Divorce and separation Attorney | Mar 28
Relationship: Co-worker
"Very smart attorney and also extremely knowledgeable in estate law. He has a wonderful ability to communicate complex topics into understandable terms."
Family Attorney | Mar 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Robert Taylor-Manning is an experienced attorney in Family Law and Estate Planning Matters. He is a dedicated practitioner to his clients and for his community. I confidently endorse Robert Taylor-Manning."
Estate planning Attorney | Dec 12
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I confidently endorse this lawyer. Not only is he completely dialed in on end-of-life planning issues, but he is also a very diligent advocate."
Family Attorney | Oct 19
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I confidently endorse this lawyer."
Elder law Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Rob is a skilled, compassionate attorney who tirelessly fights for his clients. Hire Rob if you want quality representation in your legal matters."
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