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Portland Family Law Firm
Overview
At Gevurtz Menashe, based in Portland, Oregon, we understand the profound impact that family law matters have on our clients' lives. For over four decades, we have been a pillar of support for families during pivotal moments, whether they are expanding through adoption or navigating the complexities of divorce. Our firm operates across Oregon and Washington, ensuring that we are well-versed in the specific legal landscapes of both states, which enables us to provide tailored and effective legal guidance.
Our practice encompasses a broad spectrum of family law services. We handle everything from adoptions, child support and custody issues to more focused areas such as high-asset divorces and military divorces. Additionally, we offer comprehensive support in guardianship and grandparents' rights, always ensuring that the best interests of the child are at the forefront of our efforts.
Recognizing the unique challenges of family law cases, we concentrate on clear communication and compassionate service. We are committed to achieving the best for our clients, leveraging our extensive experience and the collective knowledge gained from handling numerous cases over the years. Our track record of success speaks volumes about our commitment to excellence and the trust that our clients place in us.
Moreover, we extend our legal acumen to estate planning, providing essential services that range from asset protection and charitable planning to the preparation of wills and handling probate processes. Understanding the sensitive nature of these matters, we approach estate planning with the utmost care, helping our clients secure their future and that of their loved ones.
At Gevurtz Menashe, you are not just a client; you become part of our family. We are here to support, guide and advocate for you through every legal challenge and milestone. Our goal is to make complex legal processes as straightforward and stress-free as possible, giving you peace of mind and the freedom to emphasize what matters most – your family.
About Gevurtz Menashe
Practice Areas
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Estate Planning
- Adoption
- Family Creation
- Probate
Litigation
- 100%
Previous Law Firm Name
- Gevurtz & Menashe, January 1, 1989
- Gevurtz, Menashe, Hergut, Larson & Kurshner, January 1, 1992
- Gevurtz, Menashe, Larson, Yates & Howe, P.C., October 1, 1999
Pro Bono Activities
- Divorce Clinic/Workshop, 1998 - Present
People
Attorneys
- Michael A. Yates (Of Counsel)
- Katie Carson Goss (Shareholder)
- Kathryn S. Root
- Marshal P. Spector (Of Counsel)
- Tiffany J. Jensen (Shareholder)
- Aaron D. Frishman (Of Counsel)
- Erica Aquadro (Associate)
- Mark R. Barzda (Shareholder)
- Robert F. Demary (Shareholder)
- Carolyn M. Drew (Retired)
- Brooke L. Ferris (Associate)
- Jessica A. Flint (Of Counsel)
- Sierra A. Fotos (Associate)
- Ashley R. Fraley (Associate)
- Zachary J. Fruchtengarten (Managing Shareholder)
- Julia M. Hagan
- Shannon L. Hall (Associate)
- William J. Howe III (Shareholder)
- Tate F. Justesen (Of Counsel)
- Eric C. Larson
- Albert A. Menashe (Co-Founder, Shareholder)
- Shawn N. Menashe (Shareholder)
- Matthew R. Muenzen (Associate)
- Erin A. O'Riley (Associate)
- Emily T. Roberts (Shareholder)
- Nicholas D. Rogers (Associate)
- Scarlett A. Van Syoc (Associate)
- Charles J. Weber (Of Counsel)
- Kristin L. Willis (Associate)
- Sara A. Winter (Shareholder)
- Stefan M. Wolf (Shareholder)
- Robin J Wright (Retired) 1 Review
- Steven M. Zipper (Shareholder)
Staff
- Cindy Armony, Paralegal
- Stephanie Avon, Senior Paralegal
- Ari Baleine, Paralegal
- Annie Bevens, Accounting Assistant
- Sunray Bernal, Client Services Coordinator
- Savannah Blackford, Paralegal
- Dyann Demas, Paralegal
- Robert Desaulniers, Paralegal
- Lauren Fassold, Paralegal
- David Gallegos, Office Services Manager
- Aja Hicks, Senior Paralegal
- Susan Hiler, Senior Paralegal
- Chloe Brown, Senior Paralegal
- Nakia Bradley-Lawson, Director of Operations
- Tarrah Burgos, Paralegal
- Anora Burwell, Senior Paralegal
- Elizabeth Campbell, Paralegal
- Jill Carroll, Senior Paralegal
- Lorna Catania, Senior Finance Manager
- Sarah Davenport, Discovery Clerk
- Damarise Davis, Director of Legal Support Services & Development
- Deanna Hurley, Paralegal
- Brittany Johnson, Senior Paralegal
- Madison Kohn, Office Assistant
- Jessica Lee, Paralegal
- Nicole Lynch, Paralegal
- Terry McCoy, Senior Paralegal
- Michael Merritt, Senior Paralegal
- Justine Muring, Discovery Clerk
- Aundrenee Nash, Marketing Assistant
- Amber Newton, Senior Paralegal
- Zoe Nolen, Paralegal
- Everett Overbay, Paralegal
- Jenna Parkerson Williams, Office Assistant - Front Desk
- Nicole Read, Accounting and Administrative Assistant
- Tera Rice-Ball, Office Assistant
- Lisette Santiago Mejia, Senior Paralegal
- Taylor Shiells, Discovery Clerk
- Ashley Sivley, Paralegal
- Rachael Travis, Paralegal
- Lauren Uppinghouse, Senior Paralegal
- Kelly Warren, Senior Paralegal
- Elizabeth Yost, Paralegal
- Rachel Pierson, Senior Paralegal
- Aaron Quintanilla, Senior Paralegal
Office Information
Address
115 NW First Ave.Suite 400 Portland, OR 97209
Phone
Office Hours
Monday-Friday: 8am-5pm
Appointments
Weekday
Websites
Other Offices
Gevurtz Menashe 13587 NE Dowridge Rd. Carlton, OR 97111 503-278-8566
Gevurtz Menashe 6600 SW 92nd Ave. Suite 160 Portland, OR 97223 503-278-8566
Gevurtz Menashe 408 W. 9th St. Vancouver, WA 98660 503-278-8566
Achievements
Lawyers at Gevurtz Menashe selected for a Super Lawyers® list
- Aquadro, M. Erica On a Super Lawyers® List
- Demary, Robert F. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Ferris, Brooke L. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Fotos, Sierra A. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Fruchtengarten, Zachary J. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Menashe, Albert A. On a Super Lawyers® List
- O'Riley, Erin On a Super Lawyers® List
- Spector, Marshal P. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Wolf, Stefan M. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Zipper, Steven M. On a Super Lawyers® List
Honors
- ABA - Family Law Section - Special Recognition Award for Pro Bono Activities, 1998
- Albert Menashe, Oregon State Bar President 2007, January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Published
Articles
- Chapter 23 - Professional Responsibility and Family Law Practice, Oregon State Bar - Family Law CLE, 2002
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