Grace Family Law

Family Matters

a graceful transition.

Grace Family Law

Family Matters

We understand the difficult circumstances that brought you to us. We will work with you to create a process that is as clear and stress free as possible. Our attorneys combine zealous advocacy with compassion for your particular circumstances.

About Grace

Grace Lee has been practicing family law exclusively, since 2002. As a versatile lawyer who is skilled both in and out of the courtroom, Grace provides calming reassurance while being a formidable advocate for her clients.

BS Business Administration,
The University of Arizona, 1998.
JD, The University of Arizona,
James E. Rogers College of Law, 2001.

About Joe

Joe Crowell is a seasoned family law attorney with a passion for providing quality legal services with a human touch. Joe's tireless work ethic and attention to detail ensure that clients will be provided the superior representation they deserve.

BA, Justice Studies & Sociology,
The University of Idaho, 2006.
JD, The University of Oregon School of Law, 2010.

Services

Grace Family Law is a new kind of law firm. We deliver the information and support you need along with the technology you want to empower you throughout the process. We are committed to providing you with the very best dedicated legal services available.

When you face complex personal family circumstances, it is not the time to choose a general practice firm. Expertise and experience with matters pertaining to your unique situation are critical in ensuring that the future of your family is secure.

24/7 Access

Receive a unique login to your secure and personal account. Our cloud-based service provides you with 24/7 access to all case related correspondence, documents, calendars and invoices in one convenient place. Send secure messages to your attorney and staff. There are no printed documents to keep track of, and your team is always a click away.

Divorce

Get the help your family needs to resolve complex issues concerning child custody, support, visitation, the division of assets, and assignment of liabilities. With the aim of minimizing the financial and emotional strain of divorce, we will help you constructively resolve the dissolution of your marriage through negotiation, mediation, and litigation.

Custody

We are here to minimize the trauma of a custody conflict while focusing on the well being of your children and your parental rights. Oregon child custody laws are very specific about protecting the best interests of children. We will help you decide what your best legal options are for your children, both during and after your case is resolved.

Unmarried Partners

Ending a relationship, whether married or unmarried, is often difficult. Our understanding of what the law provides for unmarried partners will give you the assurances you need moving forward.

Post Judgment Issues and Modifications

After your initial Judgment has been signed, there can still be unresolved matters or new matters that arise after the fact. Whether it is an action to modify custody, parenting time, child support or spousal support or a request to enforce an obligation, we can help.

Relationship Contracts

Whether you are seeking a prenuptial agreement, postnuptial agreement or cohabitation agreement, our skilled construction of your contract will ensure the agreement you sign will protect your rights and interests.

What to Expect

Every action necessitating court intervention starts with the filing of a Petition or Motion. Those opening pleadings must be served on the other party who then has 30 days to respond.

In most instances, the court will set a hearing date after the other party has filed a response. In certain cases and counties, the court will set a hearing date when the opening pleadings are filed.

After the initial pleadings have been filed and served, discovery documentation is exchanged. If there are assets and debts at issue, experts may be engaged to value and assess them. Depositions may also be conducted.

If custody and parenting time are at issue, the court may appoint an expert to perform an evaluation of the family. The expert will then make recommendations on how to resolve the disputed issues. An attorney for the child or children may be appointed under certain circumstances.

At any point during the proceedings the parties and their attorneys can attempt to settle the case outside of court. Mediation is often used as a forum for negotiations. If an agreement cannot be reached, any outstanding issues will be decided by a judge.

Contact

Grace Family Law

work (503) 477-5006

Work 111 SW Columbia St #1315 Portland, OR 97201 USA