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    Call 360-433-7444    Email:     bill (at) brendgard.net 

 A family law attorney or lawyer, to be an effective advocate, will get to know the client's situation very thoroughly.

Not only must we gather, define and present facts in a way that is meaningful to the court, but we also need to

understand the family dynamics and personal aspects, especially when children are involved.  

Often we find difficult issues, even conflicts, about property, debts, support, or finances that need creative and

sensible ideas to solve. A lawyer is a reliable listener, ready to discuss and explain - to help a client find the best outcomes. 

What can a lawyer do? 

  • help resolve disputes by negotiating with an opposing party, 
  • make every effort to be professional, reasonable and fair,
  • diligently examine and investigate to seek truth,
  • counsel the client as to personal and social considerations,
  • obtain court orders when necessary,
  • use strategy, timing, legal process and rules to restore order and find justice,
  • competently prepare documents that are effective, accurate and complete.

 

 

Costs for attorney fees are based on the time spent, paid hourly or by flat fees.

      Lawyers will charge for their time spent in such things as

  • meetings, conferences
  • reviewing and drafting papers
  • telephone or email communication
  • legal research, investigation, court appearances.                                                         

  

A lawyer will give the client a fair estimate of the costs and will try to stay within budget.

Most attorneys ask for fees paid in advance.  Fees can be held in a trust account until needed to cover expected future charges.

A Retainer Fee may be earned up front by the lawyer taking on a case or by agreeing to remain available to the client as things proceed.

 

Your legal experience does not have to be terribly expensive and stressful.

This law office strives to provide the best service at a reasonable cost.


 

Phone: 360-433-7444 

Email: bill [at] brendgard.net

Fax 360-695-9491

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 William Brendgard is in his 16th year of practice 

as a family law attorney, and has represented

hundreds of people in their personal legal matters. 

Areas of special interest include nonparental custody, 

paternity, complex divorce, spousal maintenance,

wills and prenuptial agreements.

 

William Brendgard also serves as a court-appointed Guardian ad Litem for children.  Years of experience and

 26 hours of formal training have qualified him to serve in the special role of the child's own advocate.