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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1990
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016
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Michael John Gainer's Reviews
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Posted by Bobbie Schwartzenberger | October 02, 2014 | Child Custody
Does what's right to the best of his ability
If you are looking for an attorney to hold you hand, Mike gainer is probably not for you. After meeting with him, I made the decision to trust him completely and though there are no promises, he has done his best so far to get the outcome I am hoping for. He can be gruff, doesn't always get back to m...
Michael Gainer
Replied last October 02, 2014Thank you Bobbie. Each case and client has to be handled differently. When we're in the fight or figuring out what to do, I'm the one doing battle and trying to keep the client off the battlefield as much as possible. I have to balance that with doing my best to be efficient and keep the costs down for my clients. Usually, that means the client letting me know if something has come up that affects the case . . . :) and me letting the client know if something has come up that affects the case, but not wasting my client's time and money communicating about things that don't matter to the legal case. It's a hard balance for a busy lawyer getting paid by the hour. My motto is "I'm here to help!" and I am. Part of that help is protecting clients from themselves. I could make a lot more money chatting a lot with my clients about general stuff, but I want to make sure they can afford my services for the long haul. Sometimes that does mean being blunt or "cutting to the chase." I purposely limit the amount of cases I take so I can give them the personal attention they deserve.
Michael John Gainer's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Gainer is a zealous advocate for his clients in the courtroom and a creative and tenacious negotiator. Clients will find him to be a compassionate counselor, and he is a practical and pleasant colleague who does not waste his clients' time/money by manufacturing conflict."
"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."
"Mr. Gainer is a top-notch family law and divorce attorney. He understands the nuances of the law, while at the same time recognizing that actual people are begin each legal issue."
"Awesome attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Although I do not know Mr. Gainer personally, in answers questions on this site, I have had the opportunity to review many answers by him and his advice is very sound and well reasoned."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a great lawyer and I have used him in my own personal matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent lawyer. He is a strong advocate for his clients.It is obvious he knows his clients and his cases; he is well prepared when arguing in court. He is very professional to other attorneys."
"Mr. Gainer's answers to questions on the Avvo site, and his responses otherwise, disclose a knowledgeable and highly ethical family law attorney. Although we practice in opposite ends of the state, I am happy to add Mr. Gainer as a recommended attorney in the Spokane area, and to give him this endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a strong advocate for his clients. He is well-prepared for hearings, and he is well-versed in family law. I send referrals to Mr. Gainer, as he works hard for his clients, while maintaining the highest integrity."
"I have known Michael several years. When we are on opposing sides on a family law case we try and work together to resolve the dispute knowing that doing so will be better than taking the case to court. Michael is very patient and takes his time to explain his client's position and the merits of his case. He is not full of fluff but sticks to the facts and the truth. I know that his clients trust him like I do."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mike is a very capable, compassionate and skilled advocate on behalf of his clients. I whole-heartedly recommend him to others."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.
Resignation in Lieu of Discipline issued in WA, 2016
updated on 06/20/2016Ineligible to practice law in Washington. No longer a member of the WSBA due to resignation while disciplinary proceedings were pending. Not eligible to re-apply for admission.
Admonition issued in WA, 2015
updated on 04/20/2015An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Sample of Legal Cases
Firefighter Dad v. Noncompliant Mom
Court found mom in contempt, awarded attorney's fees and explained how visitation should work in the future.
Abusive Threatening Dad v. Mother
My client mom got full custody and child support. Dad got no visitation until he completed anger management, domestic violence, psychological treatment, alcohol treatment and parenting classes.
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
If I have signed an affidavit of support and go through divorce in the future, will it affect my divorce?
29 May 2014
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Finding hidden assets after a divorce
01 Jun 2014
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Is there an abandonment law in Washington state when your husband kicks you out of the house
12 May 2014