Mogren, Glessner & Roti, P.S.

Previous Law Firm Name

• Holm, Mogren, Glessner & Roti, P.S.

Law Firm Overview

Our general practice law firm was originally established in Renton, Washington in 1944 by Frank E. Brightman. Mr. Brightman was later joined by Donald G. Holm in 1947. The firm presently consists of Peter W. Mogren, Ronald E. Glessner, Ruth A. Roti, and Cynthia D. Stewart. These 4 attorneys have over 65 years of combined legal practice.  The main emphasis of our practice is in the areas of divorce, family law, wills and estate planning, probate, and personal injury.

Free Phone Consultation:

Our attorneys offer a free phone consultation.  Please call us at 425-255-4542 to briefly discuss your case.

Washington Family Law:

Our main area of emphasis is in Family Law, including adoptions, divorce, legal separation, parenting plans, custody, child support, spousal maintenance, property division, and modifications.  We try to educate you, the client, on the law and procedures, so that you can make intelligent decisions regarding your life and your legal case.

Here is a list of informative legal articles contained on our web page (www.mgrlaw.com) for you to review.  Please click a topic to go to an informative article on our web page.

• Power Point Presentation on Procedure of a Divorce
• Dissolution in Washington
• Legal Separation in Washington
• Paternity in Washington
• Spousal Maintenance
• Temporary Order
• Equity in Family Home in Divorce
• Third Party Custody in Washington
• Expected Behavior Toward Children in Divorce
• Procedure of a Washignton Divorce
• Social Security Benefits
• Understanding the King County Case Schedule
• Counseling in Divorce
• Does Divorce Make You Happy?
• Parenting Plans in Washington
• Residential Time in Washington
• Decision Making in Parenting Plans
• Parenting Dispute Resolution in Parenting Plans
• Parenting Evaluation
• Relocation of Children in Washington
• Modification of Custody in Washington
• Contempt Hearings in Washington
• 7 Tips if Considering Divorce
• Alternatives to Trial
• Community Resources in Divorce
• Declarations for Court
• Selecting a Divorce Lawyer
• Domestic Violence Safety Plan
• Child Support in Washington
• Support Enforcement
• Child Support Modification in Washington
• Deviation of Child Support in Washington
• College Education Expense in Washington
• Property Division in Washington Divorce
• Debts in Washington Divorce
• Community Property
• Retirement Plans in Washington Divorce
• Family Law Definitions
• How Long Does it Take to get a Washington Divorce?
• Study of Washington Parenting Act
• What to Expect from your Lawyer
• Custody
• Annulment
• Discovery
• Uncontested Divorce
• How long does it take?
• How much does it cost?
• Motion for Default
• Pretrial Conference
• Confirmation of Issues
• How to Stop a Divorce in Progress
• Page Limits in Family Law Motions
• Risks of Do It Yourself Divorce
• Criteria for Temporary Residential Schedule
• Criteria for Parenting Plan Residential Schedule
• Shared Custody
• Preparing for a Settlement Conference

Washington Wills and Probate:

King County Location:

Areas of Practice

• Family Law 60%
• Wills 10%
• Personal Injury -- Plaintiff 10%
• Probate & Estate Administration 10%
• Business & Commercial Law
• Business Organizations
• Criminal Law
• DUI/DWI
• Estate Planning
• Adoption
• Child Support
• Custody & Visitation
• Divorce
• Litigation & Appeals
• Trusts
• Real Estate Law

Representative Clients

• Families

References

• "Thank you Peter for all your help." (Charlotte, March 2010)
• "Thank you for coming to and helping us with our public forum. We are very grateful for your time and work. Thank you!" (Street Law Class, Todd Beam
• "I am so blessed to have not only a honest attorney, but a patient and brilliant one!" (Darwyn, January, 2010)
• I must tell you that Ms. Cynthia Stewart is an awesome attorney. She's a wonderful comfort and help to me (Angela, 2009)
• Again I can't tell you enough how amazing you are! Thanks again! (Heather, 2009)
• "My life was turned upside-down overnight and my income insufficient. Luckily I chose the right attorney. I was continually impressed with Peter's k
• "Thank you so much for your support and generosity over the past 9 months... Please thank your staff for their caring and respect." (Leslie, August 2
• "I was encouraged by the communication - constant efforts. Thanks!" (June 2007)
• "I know my representation was rooted in Christian principles and ethics. At every decision point I was expertly guided to provide for my family's nee
• "Being from out-of-town created special anxieties above & beyond the death of my brother. I was put at ease with your staff and firm." (Craig, 2007)
• "Peter was very helpful and considerate with the family difficulties we were having." (Rosilind, March 2007)
• "I was particularly pleased with "the personal attention & concern" (Bonnie, February 2007)
• "Pleased with your time and your promptness as far as finding out about my case." (George, December 2006)
• "Ruth was very good with discussing my case & issues." (Frank, March 2007)
• "Extremely happy with the way Ruth handled my case. Very efficient." (Lynette, February 2007)
• "Ruth was extremely sensitive to my "case" and was caring & compassionate in dealing with me. Without hesitation I would recommend your firm." (Anne
• "Mr. Glessner took a personal interest in my case." (Cara, October 2006)
• "Very welcoming environment. Empathy to look behind the scenes at my needs." (Anne, August 2006)
• "Peter is an excellent attorney and also has the highest ethical standards - a good guy!!!" (Jim, August 2006)
• "Amazing follow up, prompt return phone calls, extremely knowledgeable, FAST, caring, personable, reliable." (Jeff & Roxanne, July 2006)
• "Class Act! Totally satisfied." (Robin, July 2006)

West Practice Categories

Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mediation, Business & Commercial Law, Contracts, Business Organizations, Formation & Business Planning, Limited Liability Companies, Criminal Law, DUI/DWI, Misdemeanor, Estate Planning, Powers of Attorney and Appointment, Wills, Family Law, Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Neglect, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Litigation & Appeals, State Appellate Practice, State Trial Practice, Personal Injury -- Plaintiff, Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff, Probate & Estate Administration, Estate Administration, Real Estate Law