John Groseclose, Child Custody Attorney in Port Orchard, Washington
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on Child Custody, Divorce, and Family Law · 4.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratGSJones Law Group, P.S.
Port Orchard, WA
Practicing child custody in Port Orchard since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 4.2 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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John Groseclose is a partner based in Port Orchard, WA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and Family Law. John has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at GSJones Law Group, P.S.. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Port Orchard, WA
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- Child Custody · Divorce · Family Law
- Handles Child Custody, Divorce, and Family Law matters from Port Orchard, WA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About John Groseclose: John Groseclose is a partner based in Port Orchard, WA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and Family Law. John has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at GSJones Law Group, P.S.. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
John's practice areas in Port Orchard
John concentrates on child custody, divorce, family law, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Custody
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Divorce
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Child Custody cases in Port Orchard, Washington
John takes child custody matters in Port Orchard, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Divorce cases in Port Orchard, Washington
John takes divorce matters in Port Orchard, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases in Port Orchard, Washington
John takes family law matters in Port Orchard, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Port Orchard, Washington
John takes litigation matters in Port Orchard, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Port Orchard, Washington
John takes personal injury matters in Port Orchard, Washington. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before John agrees to represent you.
Biography
John Groseclose, child custody attorney serving Port Orchard
John Groseclose is a partner based in Port Orchard, WA. The practice focuses on Child Custody, Divorce, and Family Law. John has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at GSJones Law Group, P.S.. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review. John works from Port Orchard, Washington and takes on child custody matters across the region.
25 years fighting for the rights of the injured and representing spouses and children
John Groseclose has represented clients like you for more than 20 years. As a litigator, he has successfully obtained settlements and verdicts in many family law and personal injury cases. As a family law attorney, he assists individuals with divorce, parenting plans, and child support matters. These include both straightforward and complex cases, as well as those that are amicable or hotly contested. As a guardian ad litem, he represents the interests of minors and has been appointed in that capacity by the courts. He also trains other attorneys in Continuing Legal Education classes through the bar association.
John Groseclose: broad legal knowledge, successful results
John represents the injured party in civil litigation. The most common types of cases involve motor vehicle accidents and slip/trip and fall cases but motorcycle accidents may present among the most challenging cases for an attorney. John has the experience to overcome the impediments presented. John says, “If you are injured, you are almost always going to come out of the situation better with the help of an attorney. Attorneys usually make little decisions over a period of time that have a big cumulative effect.” He is an EAGLE member of the Washington State Association for Justice, an organization that connects lawyers who focus on holding powerful wrongdoers accountable. Through this organization, John Groseclose has resources and a network of other attorneys around the state who support one another in achieving justice for you and others in the courtroom.
John’s strength lies in his ability to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a case and plan accordingly. As a result, his broad knowledge of the law and years of experience mean he regularly achieves successful results for his clients.
John received his history degree from UW in 1984, and his Juris Doctor from Seattle University in 1998.
Working with John on a child custody matter
25 years fighting for the rights of the injured and representing spouses and children John Groseclose has represented clients like you for more than 20 years. As a litigator, he has successfully obtained settlements and verdicts in many family law and personal injury cases. As a family law attorney, he assists individuals with divorce, parenting plans, and child support matters. These include…
Clients John works with
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child custody, divorce, and family law matters in Port Orchard and the surrounding Washington area.
Credentials
Credentials — where John studied and practices
Seattle University School of Law
J.D. · 1998
University of Washington
B.A. History · 1988
Jurisdictions
John's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court
2002 · ACTIVE
Washington
1999 · ACTIVE
John studied at J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and B.A. History in University of Washington.
Law school and academic background
John completed J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and B.A. History in University of Washington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Washington is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
John's legal honors and published work
John has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
John's professional memberships and bar associations
Washington State Bar Association Washington State Trial Lawyers Association
Eagle Member · membership
Locations
John Groseclose's office in Port Orchard
John's primary office is at 1155 Bethel Avenue, Port Orchard, WA, 98366. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of John Groseclose — 4.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of John. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child custody attorneys in Port Orchard.
4.2
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How to hire John Groseclose — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child custody attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child custody attorney in Port Orchard, Washington
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child custody matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child custody practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child custody matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child custody practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Groseclose
How much does it cost to hire John for a child custody case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some child custody attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do child custody cases in Washington typically take?
Simple child custody matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Port Orchard?
John is licensed in Washington. Matters governed by Washington law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — John will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with John?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new child custody clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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