Symmes Law Group PLLC
Symmes Law Group, PLLC was founded by attorney Richard J. Symmes on a simple principle: everyone deserves access to skilled, responsive legal representation — without the overhead of a large firm. Since 2010, we’ve helped thousands of Washington clients navigate bankruptcy, debt relief, real estate, foreclosure defense, estate planning, and probate using a flat-fee model that keeps costs predictable and transparent.
When you work with us, you work directly with an attorney — not a paralegal or case manager. We stay small by design so every client gets the attention their situation deserves. Consultations are available by phone or Zoom, and we’re known for being exceptionally responsive throughout the process.
Ready to explore your options? Call us at (206) 682-7975 — your consultation is free.
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Words From Our Clients
He was amazing. He was always available. He answered every question. He responded so quickly, day and night, weekends. I was so nervous through this process and he was like a rock. I couldn’t believe how easy he made it. I wish he did other types of law because I would hire him for everything.
Melody Sierra
I have been so impressed with the kindness and professionalism of Richard . Any delays in this bankruptcy process has been entirely mine, not his, and I am extremely grateful for his patience with me in answering all my questions. He has Always been polite, even when I know I probably would have been impatient if I were in his shoes. 🙂 I would highly recommend him to anyone who might need the services he provides.
Lisa A Wagner
Richard is fantastic! He was very informative and kind. He answered all our questions and was very patient. His response time is incredible too. Even if I sent an email late at night or on a weekend, I typically received a response within an hour. He made the process very easy and helped keep our stress levels low.
Ehren Martorella
Richard is extremely knowledgeable and efficient. He was also incredibly responsive. I would send emails at all hours of the day and night due to my crazy work schedule and he would answer promptly every time. It's hard to get service like that these days. Going through a legal process is stressful during the best of times, but I always felt 100% confident that he would do a fantastic job. I highly recommend his services.
Melissa Vazquez
Richard is an excellent lawyer he will get the job done fast and efficient he sis an excellent job for me and my family during a stressful time when my mother past away we email home a question on a Sunday expecting to hear from him on Monday much to our surprise he would respond on the same day whenever we called him he would answer the phone if he dis not answer the phone he would call back a short time later. Richard is a very awesome lawyer I also needed his service on a business deal he looked over the paperwork and advised me on the things I should do and the deal went great. Richard is the best lawyer I know.
Karen Pettus
Richard J. Symmes is a Seattle-area native and the founder and principal attorney of Symmes Law Group, PLLC. Licensed in Washington and Colorado, Richard has focused his practice on consumer bankruptcy, debt settlement, foreclosure defense and mediation, estate planning, probate, and real estate law since founding the firm in 2010.
Since 2009, Richard has filed hundreds of bankruptcy cases and guided countless Washington families and individuals through some of the most stressful financial situations of their lives — helping them reach the other side with a fresh start. His approach is straightforward: give every client direct access to an attorney who knows their case, responds quickly, and explains their options without the jargon. Richard has been recognized as one of the top consumer law attorneys in the Seattle area across Google, Yelp, Avvo, and other directories, and has been featured in outlets including KOMO News, US News & World Report, Credit Karma, and the Seattle Times. In addition to his law license, Richard holds a Washington State Managing Broker real estate license, enabling him to assist clients with both the legal and transactional sides of buying and selling property — a unique combination few attorneys offer.
Prior to founding Symmes Law Group, Richard practiced at Denver law firms handling bankruptcy, real estate, insurance, and litigation matters. He is a graduate of the University of Denver Sturm College of Law and holds a B.A. in Economics and Communications from the University of Washington.
Education:
JD – University of Denver, Sturm College of Law
BA — University of Washington (Economics & Communications)
Bar admission:
Washington
Colorado
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Professional Affiliations:
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA)
King County, Washington, Colorado, and Denver Bar Associations
Bankruptcy Law Section, King County
Managing Real Estate Broker License
King County Bar Neighborhood Debtors Clinic (Volunteer)
Contact: richard@symmeslaw.com
