Experienced Family Law Team in Portland & SW Washington

Annulment: We assist clients in navigating the legal process of annulment, which declares a marriage void, as if it never existed. This may be an appropriate option for marriages that were entered into under certain circumstances, such as fraud or incapacity.

Divorce: Our team provides comprehensive guidance through every aspect of divorce, from filing the petition to finalizing the divorce decree, addressing issues such as asset division, spousal support, and child-related matters.

Child Custody: We prioritize the well-being of children in child custody cases and help parents create effective custody arrangements that serve the best interests of their children.

Collaborative Law: Through collaborative law, we offer a non-adversarial approach to resolving family disputes, where both parties and their attorneys work together to reach mutually beneficial agreements without court intervention.

Domestic Violence: We support clients seeking protection from domestic violence through restraining orders and other legal measures, ensuring their safety and the safety of their loved ones.

Family Creation and Surrogacy Law: McKean Smith assists families in navigating the legal aspects of family creation, including surrogacy agreements, adoption, and other reproductive law matters.

Juvenile Law: Our attorneys advocate for the rights and welfare of minors in cases involving juvenile delinquency, child protective services, and other legal issues concerning children.

Legal Separation: For couples seeking a formal separation without terminating the marriage, we provide legal representation and guidance in obtaining a legal separation that addresses financial and child-related matters.

Mediation: Our mediation services offer a structured yet flexible process for resolving family law disputes outside of court, encouraging parties to collaborate and reach amicable solutions.

Paternity: We help clients establish or contest paternity, ensuring that parental rights and responsibilities are clearly defined and upheld.

Property Division: Our attorneys assist clients with property division related to family matters by providing legal guidance and representation to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of assets during divorce or separation.

Parenting Time: We assist clients with parenting time issues by providing legal guidance and representation to establish fair and effective parenting time arrangements that prioritize the best interests of the children.

Modification of Child/Spousal Support: Our professionals an assist with modification of child or spousal support by providing legal guidance and representation to ensure that any changes to support arrangements are fair and in compliance with relevant laws.

Unmarried Couples: McKean Smith assists unmarried couples to address issues such as property division, child custody, and support arrangements, ensuring their rights and interests are protected.

Third-party Custody: Our attorneys assist clients with third-party custody issues where individuals other than the biological parents, such as grandparents or other relatives, seek custody of a child, often due to the parents' inability to care for the child.