Portland's Most Comprehensive Divorce Mediator

A five-in-one approach to comprehensive mediation

I am the only Portland-area divorce mediator who has:

• A law degree and 21 years of experience as a divorce mediator;

• Extensive training as a Family Law Financial Analyst, which has provided specialized knowledge to assist you with asset division, debt division, retirement allocations, child support, and spousal support;

• 21 years of parenting plan expertise, drafting custom schedules that prioritize stability and child development;

• 7 years as a K-12 teacher as a foundation for providing integrated free services for kids and teens -- a safe, complimentary, casual, and confidential space for them to share their views, ask questions, and express concerns; and

• An Oregon Notary Public Commission to facilitate on-the-spot authentication of interim agreements and ancillary documents.

My philosophy is rooted in a simple but powerful idea. While"'Ohana" is an ancient Hawaiian concept, it first came to my attention in the movie Lilo & Stitch. "'Ohana means family, and family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten" resonated with me profoundly and became the blueprint for my work. My approach did not change; it just acquired a name.

Beyond simply ensuring that the numbers and the terms of the agreement are complete and accurate, I give meaningful attention to the interests of the whole family. My no-charge sessions for the pre-teen, teenage, and young adult children of my mediation clients are the heart of that commitment.

My comprehensive and compassionate process addresses both legal and personal needs. No detail -- no matter how small -- is left out if both parties want to include it.

'Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.

Issues You Can Resolve in Mediation

I earned a law degree and then supplemented it with intensive financial training (preceded by seven years as an educator) because I wanted to be the area's most comprehensive divorce resource. My goal was -- and remains -- to have the expertise and experience to be able to help a broad spectrum of clientele. I hope to do the same for you and your family.

Everything that you can settle through attorneys or argue to a judge can also be resolved amicably, efficiently, and cost-effectively in mediation. As I help you with creative and thorough solutions for questions related to parenting, custody, child support, spousal support, asset division, debt division, taxes, insurance, and all other divorce-connected topics, I draw upon 21 years of working with more than 1,000 families in the Portland metropolitan area.

More amicable. More economical. More efficient.

The average person loses 168 hours of productivity during a divorce. My ACE approach -- Affordable, Cordial, and Efficient -- saves time, money, and stress. The typical timeframe to complete mediation and have an agreement produced is 30 to 60 days, but I will accommodate any pace you prefer. Here are the steps:

Local roots and statewide reach

Regional focus: Washington, Multnomah, & Clackamas Counties

For those who prefer meeting in person, my office is conveniently located in Beaverton, just a block from Beaverton City Hall and only a short distance from the Nike world headquarters and Tualatin Hills. This central location is easy to reach from all points in the Portland area, particularly Hillsboro, Tigard, Tualatin, Lake Oswego, and downtown Portland.

Divorce mediation requires a deep understanding of Oregon’s specific legal landscape. While my physical office is a hub for the Portland, Beaverton, and Tigard communities, my practice is fully equipped to serve families in every county across the state of Oregon through secure, professional virtual mediation.

Geography should never be a barrier to high-quality support. Whether you are in Eugene, Bend, Medford, or the Oregon coast, I provide law-degree-based mediation via a secure digital platform. The only location-based limitation is that at least one of the parties must have lived in Oregon for at least six months immediately preceding the filing of the dissolution.

Virtual mediation for all 36 Oregon counties

The legal process does not have to define your family’s future. Whether you are navigating complex real property division or drafting a parenting plan that prioritizes your children's well-being, I am here to provide the structure and 'ohana-inspired support you need.

Let's spend 30 minutes discussing your situation, exploring your options, and determining whether my approach is the right fit for your path forward.

Take the next step toward resolution