Top Divorce & Separation Lawyers in Portland | 50 available

Firm: Herb Weisser, P.C.

4504 S. Corbett Avenue #200 , Portland , Oregon 97239

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

For the average person, trying to understand and deal with family law those issues can often be overwhelming and confusing. It is important to work with an experienced family law attorney; someone who can provide you with the information and support you need to make the right choices. I limit my practice to family law matters, and have years of experience dealing with many complicated issues.  My assistant and I have worked as a team since 1990, and work to ensure that our clients have the support and information they need to navigate through the process.

Firm: Stannard & Batalden Family Law PC

1211 SW 6th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97204

Practice Areas: Family , Divorce & Separation

Mindy Stannard handles divorce, custody, parenting time, paternity, child support and Family Abuse Prevention Act Restraining Order Cases. In addition, Mindy handles some juvenile court cases and some types of uncontested adoption proceedings. She is admitted to practice law in both Oregon and Washington .. Many of Mindy's current cases are in Multnomah, Clackamas, or Washington County. Mindy also handles cases in many other counties throughout the State of Oregon, including Clatsop County, Lane County, Linn County, Marion County and Columbia County. Each county has different local rules that apply to family law cases.. Mindy is committed to making sure that she keeps up to date on changes to each county's local rules, and takes the time to explain to each client how the local rules and local practices will impact the client's case.. Prior to focusing her practice on family law, Mindy worked in a general practice firm where she gained experience with family law, estate planning, criminal law, real estate law, personal injury and civil litigation. Because issues from so many other areas of the law arise in family law cases, Mindy frequently utilizes the knowledge she gained from her past work with these other areas of the law.. Mindy takes the time to answer her clients' questions in a detailed manner, and is committed to effectively help navigate her clients through each step of the case. Mindy strives to advocate zealously for her clients' best interests and to help keep her clients on track to obtain the best possible outcome. Each case presents different challenges, and Mindy works with her clients to find creative solutions to each family's unique situation.

Firm: Gevurtz Menashe

115 NW 1st Ave , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

We are honored to welcome Robert Demary to our family!  His experience, compassion, and tenacity will be an invaluable addition to our already superb group of attorneys.

1 SW Columbia St Ste 680 , Portland , Oregon 97258

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I joined Zimmer Family Law in May of 2016. I obtained my undergraduate degree from Iowa State University in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing. In 2015, I received concurrent Juris Doctor and Master of Business Administration degrees from the University of South Dakota in Vermillion, SD.. While at the University of South Dakota, I spent my time participating on the Moot Court Board, Trial Team, writing for different publications, and working as a Graduate Assistant. I also clerked during law school at the Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of Iowa in Sioux City, Iowa, as well as the Environmental Law and Policy Center in Chicago, Illinois.. After graduating law school, I decided to head west to launch my career here in Portland, with an emphasis in family law. I understand that many clients are going through a very challenging time and I will provide trustworthy, compassionate, and hardworking counsel. I will treat all issues with the same determination and work hard to ensure the best possible outcome for my clients.. My personal interests include live music, heading to the movies, participating in local trivia nights, and spending time with friends and family, including my mischievous cat, Duke. I am also a film and tv buff and when I moved out to Portland I appeared as an extra in both Portlandia and NBC's Grimm!

Firm: The Law Firm of Peter Bunch

1200 NW Naito Parkway , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Peter is dedicated to bringing outstanding legal services to his clients in dealing with their family law issues.  Peter brings intelligence and understanding to all matters involving family law, including divorce, custody, high asset cases, legal separation,  parenting time, support, and a wide range of other family law disputes.  In addition, Peter has an active appellate practice defending and prosecuting appeals ranging from complex civil litigation to family law disputes.. Peter is a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and has been selected as an Oregon Super Lawyer.  Peter is a frequent speaker on a wide variety of topics for continuing legal education seminars.. In addition to his work as a lawyer, Peter’s interests include composing and recording music, running, and reading.  Peter is a published songwriter.  He has been a voting member of The Recording Academy (Grammy Awards) since 1982.  Peter remains active in the music industry, and has recorded and produced several local artists.

Firm: DBMA Family Law Group

1140 SW 11th Ave Suite 100 , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I have a decade of experience handling Washington and Oregon family law cases and feel honored and lucky to have learned from the best of the best. I bring that wealth of knowledge to my practice but what truly sets me apart is my accessiblity to clients, attention to detail and approach to resolving cases in a peaceful manner.  I give my clients straight answers and the support they need to reach negotiated settlements.. Each client and family are different and I recognize that for some, a negotiated resolution is not possible and in those instances, I provide competent and effective trial advocacy.. I also offer flexible payment options to clients so may be able to offer services to those who cannot afford high retainers. Please think of me when you know somone in need of the services I offer.. When I am not working, I enjoy doing Vinyasa yoga, gardening, backpacking and bike riding with my daughter trailing behind me.

2025 NW Front Ave. , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

When I first meet a client, he or she is often coming to me at the most vulnerable time in their lives. The client may be overwhelmed, worried, angry, stressed, and unsure of what the future will bring. The part of my practice I enjoy the best is watching that client change throughout the process; sometimes so much so that the person I first meet is hardly recognizable when compared to the person sitting across from me at the end of their case. I like knowing that the person who leaves my office was better off because I was involved.. Whether in court or in settlement, I will be the most prepared person in the room, which means not only involving the right people, such as CPA’s, financial advisors, business evaluators or psychologists; it also means having the tough conversations with my clients. I will always be honest with my client, even if what I’m saying is not what the client wants to hear. My goal is to settle every case that comes through the door because in my experience, clients and families typically have better outcomes when a settlement can be reached. However, I am not afraid to go to court when necessary and I have litigated several complex family law cases, which my adversaries know about me.

Firm: DBMA Family Law Group PC

11140 SW 11th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Firm: Holtey Law

1140 SW 11th Ave , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

115 NW 1st Ave , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Marshal brings twenty-three years of experience in guiding clients through divorce and custody cases. He blends expertise, energetic advocacy, sensibility, creativity and vision into his practice.  Marshal’s past clients have described him as a true and honest advocate, equipped with common sense and the ability and experience to work with a diversity of cases, clients, attorneys and judges. Marshal was “born to run” as an avid Springsteen fan! His greatest source of joy and pride continues to be his three young adult children. They, his wife and young adult step daughters enjoy sporting events, theater, and the blessings of living in Oregon. Along with being a Blazer and a Duck fan, Marshal continues to cheer on his alma mater, The University of Maryland Terrapins!  Marshal is also frequently asked to guest lecture about his experience as a kidney donor.

Firm: Gevurtz Menashe Larson & Howe, PC

115 NW First Ave , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jeff Matthews is a veteran family lawyer who has practiced family law in Oregon for over 30 years. He has distinguished himself as one of Portland’s most respected divorce and family law attorneys with his leadership, professionalism, and interdisciplinary approach to family law. Jeff is a longtime Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the immediate past president of the AAML Oregon chapter.. After several years away, Jeff has returned to Gevurtz Menashe where he continues his practice on financially complex divorce cases that include the valuation and protection of estates with high net worth, business interests, and other property distribution issues. He is also skilled with high conflict custody litigation. Prior to rejoining Gevurtz Menashe, Jeff was a Partner at McKinley Irvin, as well as a shareholder at Yates Matthews Family Law.. As a family law attorney, Jeff views his role with his clients as twofold. First, he serves as a guide through a huge life transition, seeing them through to the next chapter of their lives as whole as possible. Second, he is his client’s zealous advocate, committed to protecting what they value most.. “My approach with clients is to provide them with the best outcome we can achieve in their particular situation,” says Jeff. “I listen and learn what their goals are, so I can provide informed and concrete advice on their situation that leads to a positive resolution.”. Jeff chose to focus his practice on family law because he is “drawn to people and their life stories. I’m fulfilled by helping clients and their families, where every case is different and presents unique challenges to tackle.”. He has earned a reputation in the legal community as a successful advocate by focusing first on cooperative communication with the opposing party and their counsel. Jeff knows that this approach often results in a quicker and less costly legal process. When necessary, however, he is no stranger to the courtroom, having represented clients in over 100 trials and hearings over the years of his practice.. Jeff is committed to the community and has served with a number of non-profit organizations that aid those in need. In 1997 Jeff founded Oregon Lawyers Against Hunger which over the years has now raised over $1 million for Oregon Food Bank. When he’s not working, Jeff loves the outdoors, often accompanied by his dogs – Chester, a Golden Retriever and Amos Lee, a Bernese Mountain Dog. He very much enjoys literature and music; has completed seven marathons; barbeques in the rain and is an uncompromising Ducks fan.

520 SW 6th Ave Ste 1010 , Portland , Oregon 97204

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I enjoy interacting with people, and helping them resolve their disputes.  My values include:. :. Concern and capacity for each individual in light of their particular circumstances;. Civility and respect to lawyers and non-lawyers;. My reputation is aggressive, understanding and effective advocacy.  I believe in working hard to achieve the best settlment possible through negotiation and mediation but when that is not possible to aggressively advocate for my clients in court.

Firm: Gevurtz Menashe Larson & Howe PC

115 NW 1st Ave Ste 400 , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

For Mark, being a family law attorney means providing quality care and guidance to his clients during one of the most traumatic times of their lives—and sometimes be their source of hope when times seem so hopeless. Those who know Mark well describe him as a dedicated, caring and hard-working advocate for his clients. For Mark, the best part about practicing family law is believing he can have a positive impact on the clients and families he represents. He is a team player and strong believer in the success of negotiating family law issues between the parties in an honorable and cost-effective matter. Mark enjoys interacting with his clients to help them emerge from a time in their life that can be quite traumatic. His goal is to always help them not only traverse their legal issue, but to also transition successfully into post married life.   Mark is the proud father of three and loves to spend time with his family. He is an avid collector of film and music and boasts a film collection of over 4000 movies. As a fan of the study of history and foreign culture, he previously undertook the academic pursuit of a degree in Art History and has traveled extensively throughout the world. His life-long mission is to make the most of life, to have a positive impact on the people around him, to care, to leave a legacy, and most importantly to be the best father he can be to his children.

Firm: SKH Family Law and Estate Planning

2400 SW 4th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Family , Divorce & Separation

Laurel joined Stahancyk, Kent & Hook in 1999 and was elected a shareholder in 2004. Stahancyk Kent & Hook transitioned to SKH Family Law and Estate Planning in 2024 where Laurel remains as a senior litigator. Laurel litigates family law cases throughout the states of Oregon and Washington, successfully representing clients in all matters relating to family law, which can include: divorce, legal separation, domestic partnership, modification of spousal support and child support, prenuptial agreements, and cohabitation agreements. Laurel is most recognized for her complex financial and business interest cases as well as high-conflict, custody parenting time matters and modifications. Laurel also works closely with the estate-planning department to provide comprehensive legal counsel before, during, and after the divorce process.

100o SW Broadway Ste 1250 , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Originally from New Jersey, Jon also lived in London, England; San Francisco, California; and Albuquerque, New Mexico before making Portland his home in 2004. He is a graduate of San Francisco State University, where he majored in Creative Writing. He received his J.D. from Lewis and Clark Law School.. While in law school, Jon worked as a certified law clerk for Portland State University Student Legal Services where he assisted student clients with Landlord-Tenant, Debtor-Creditor, Consumer, Family, Employment, Criminal, Small Claims, and Personal Injury cases. His favorite part of the job was the client interaction and diversity of issues.. In his free time, Jon enjoys spending time with his wife and friends. He likes to travel, cook, read, make short films, and plays several different instruments. He has made music all across the United States and in Europe, sold CDs on every continent except Antarctica (back when people still bought music), and had a short film that he worked on screened at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival.

Firm: Stahancyk, Kent & Hook, PC

2400 SW 4th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Estate Planning, Family , Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

Jody Stahancyk has earned the reputation as a strong woman and a formidable opponent in the courtroom who all the while has a generous heart and is a pillar of her community. Jody Stahancyk founded the family law firm in 1987 after a decade of legal work. She began her legal practice in 1973 as a Multnomah County Deputy District Attorney where she successfully prosecuted for 6 years. In 1979 she was appointed as the Referee (Pro-tem Judge) for the Multnomah County Juvenile Court where she sat until 1982. After this appointment she spent a year as an Assistant Oregon Attorney General in the Consumer Protection Division. From 1983 until she began private practice in 1986, Jody was a full time mother and wife.|Since 1986, Jody has led her firm in making innovative and creative advances in the area of family law. She prides herself on creative solutions to difficult problems in every area of her work. Today, Stahancyk, Kent, Johnson & Hook has grown to over sixteen attorneys and fifty support staff with offices in Portland, Bend, Prineville and Astoria, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington. SKJ&H is one of the leading family law firms in the Northwest. Jody Stahancyk’s practice emphasis is complex asset divorces.. Professional Activities: Jody is a member of the Oregon State Bar as well as a member of multiple local bars where she has served on various committees. Jody regularly lectures at continuing legal education seminars as well as being a guest lecturer at various Oregon colleges and Law Schools.Community Activities: Jody is currently on the boards of the Children’s Relief Nursery and Child Centered Solutions and has previously served on the boards of the Perry Center, Boys and Girls Club, Children’s Charity Ball, Lutheran Family Services and as a Trustee of Linfield College. Jody particularly enjoys feeding the Lincoln High School Football Team pre-game mac and cheese at the Portland Office and working with the SKJ&H High School Intern Program which includes twenty-five high school students. The SKJ&H Student Interns polish their skills in work ethic, presentation, etiquette, problem solving and creative business thinking. They also spearhead a variety of community projects including volunteering at the Children’s Relief Nursery. In 2005, the SKJ&H Student Interns produced a short film titled The Firm which they published and distributed on DVD.In 2006, Stahancyk, Kent, Johnson & Hook was honored with the 2005 Better Business Bureau Large Business of the Year Award for overall excellence in Integrity, Community Service, Community Involvement, and Innovative Business Practices. SKJ&H is the first law firm to win this prestigious award. Jody and her husband, John Crawford, and their children Seth and Kate attend Trinity Episcopal Church.

Firm: Posey Legal, PC

11 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd , Portland , Oregon 97232

Practice Areas: Divorce, Mediation, Family, Adoption, Prenuptials, Alimony, LGBT+, Guardianship, Divorce & Separation, Divorce & Separation

I support individuals and families through complex family transitions, with a commitment to achieving the best possible results with minimal emotional and financial strain. My practice includes Collaborative Divorce, mediation, independent adoption, and select contested litigation. My approach prioritizes building lasting agreements tailored to meet each family's unique circumstances while equipping clients with the tools they need to resolve future disputes on their own, without court involvement.. My ability to examine an issue from every side has helped me develop a balanced approach to family law cases. I help clients identify and prioritize their goals, staying grounded in what matters to them. Equal emphasis on client education and advocacy ensures my clients are well-informed and able to confidently make decisions about their cases.. I began my legal career as a paralegal at a law firm in my hometown of Memphis, Tennessee before moving to Portland for law school where I externed as a clerk for the Honorable Robert E. Jones for the United States District Court, District of Oregon. Since moving to Portland, I have worked at firms with a wide range of practice areas, from business advising and strategy to elder law and intellectual property law. I hold a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from the University of Memphis and a juris doctor from the Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College.. In my free time, you may find me starting yet another DIY project, enjoying Portland's fantastic food, checking out a band, binging sitcoms, or getting lost in a puzzle.

Firm: Holtey Brown Newsom

1140 SW 11th Ave #4 , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

I was born and raised in Colorado, and received a Bachelors Degree in History with minors in Political Science and Legal Studies at Colorado State University.  After graduation I moved to Oregon to pursue my life long dream of becoming an attorney. I was accepted to Willamette University College of Law on a Presidential Scholarship and moved to Salem in the fall of 2017.. I graduated from Willamette University's College of Law as the Oregon Women Lawyer's Law Graduate of the year.. I was formally sworn in as a member of the Oregon State Bar in October 2020. Since admission, I have represented clients in numerous family law cases including high value asset division, custody and parenting time modifications, spousal support modifications, prenuptual agreements, marital settlement agreements, and divorce litigation. I have also completed a 40 hour mediation training with Dr. Clare Fowler.. I emphasize communication and transparency in my practice. As an attorney you can rely on me to be honest with you and willing to guide you every step of the way. I feel it is important to recognize the mental and emotional costs of your case as well as the financial costs in order to determine the best path forward. My goal is to make sure you are not entrenched in a years-long legal battle and to find a solution that works for you.. I love living and working in Oregon. I spend my off hours hiking, camping, listening to podcasts, knitting, and spending time with my husband in our garden.

Firm: Gevurtz Menashe, PC

115 NW 1st Ave , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Jessica brings compassionate and practical advocacy to help resolve her clients' complicated legal problems. She enjoys assisting them through each step of the process. Working to determine their goals and needs, she uses tenacity to achieve optimal results. Her experience in international and domestic family law includes international child abduction and domestic violence. Jessica received a Juris Doctorate from Lewis and Clark Law School, where she was lead article editor for the Lewis & Clark Law Review. She received a Bachelor of Science magna cum laude from Willamette University in 2007 as a member of Phi Beta Kappa.. When Jessica's not practicing law, she loves traveling internationally and freelance photography. She's visited 24 countries so far. If she wasn't a lawyer, she would be an international photographer. She also enjoys spending time with friends, family, and her dog.

Firm: Scherzer Strom

1300 SW 6th avenue , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

Calm and clear-sighted, Robert T. Scherzer is an expert divorce attorney with thirty years of experience in family law. Keen negotiating skills are a hallmark of Robert's practice. Robert is renown for efficient, strategic management of financially complex and contested divorce. Robert is a formidable advocate for his clients.. A native Oregonian and avid Ducks fan, Robert enjoys contemporary and classic literature, film, northwest artists, 50's and 60's rhythm & blues, and great food. Robert practices yoga and is grateful for balance in his life which he joyfully shares with his wife, their young labra-doodle, and a large extended family.