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6 VerticalsAbout & Mediation Philosophy
Neutral ProfileSharon’s mediation practice is focused in the family law field including not only divorce, but also custody, support, parenting plans, paternity and grandparent visitation issues. She is available to mediate for parties from any Oregon county with family law issues and can also accommodate remote mediations via Zoom or teleconference. In addition, she has completed training in elder law mediation and has worked with families dealing with probate and elder care issues. She can prepare all the necessary legal paperwork to bring mediated matters to their conclusion. Sharon has been recognized by “Best Lawyers of America” annually since 2009 and as the Lawyer of the Year in the State of Oregon for 2016 and 2020 for Family Mediation in Portland. She has also been recognized annually since 2005 by “Super Lawyers” and in 2014, 2016 and 2017 Sharon was named one of the Top 25 Women Lawyers in Oregon by them as well. She holds an “AV” preeminent rating in “Martindale Hubbell” and has for many years. Sharon believes that mediation can provides parties with a safe and productive process to resolve some of life’s most challenging issues. Her goal is to provide the participants in the mediation process with the opportunity to work through their issues with each other in a fair and reasonable manner designed to respond to their individual and family goals.
Credentials & Institutional Standing
Primary VerificationsLicense
Education
Willamette University College of Law
Juris Doctor · Law
Class of 1985
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science · Political Science
Class of 1982
Work History
2 PositionsMediator
Solo Practitioner
2006 – Present
Maintained full time mediation practice.
Family Law Attorney
Private Practice
1989 – Present
Practice focused exclusively on family law matters.
Honors & Recognition
5 HonorsLawyer of the Year (Family Mediation in Portland)
Best Lawyers
2016
Also awarded in 2020
Top 25 Women Lawyers in Oregon
Super Lawyers
2014
Also awarded in 2016 and 2017
Best Lawyers of America
Best Lawyers
2009
Recognized annually since 2009; Tier 1 Ranking since 2007
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2005
Recognized annually since 2004/2005
AV Preeminent Rating
Martindale Hubbell
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