Kenneth W McNeil

Kenneth W McNeil

also known as Ken McNeil

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 34 years

Family Lawyer at Hillsboro, OR
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation

1323 NE Orenco Station Ste 310, Hillsboro, OR

About Kenneth

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

In addition to handling all aspects of divorce and family law, my office assists clients with the preparation and enforcement of prenuptial agreements (prenups). I understand the importance of having proper legal documents in place to protect your interests. I also represent clients in domestic abuse proceedings, including motions for Restraining Orders under Oregon's Family Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA).

35 years

50%
Family 50%

In addition to handling all aspects of divorce and family law, my office assists clients with the preparation and enforcement of prenuptial agreements (prenups). I understand the importance of having proper legal documents in place to protect your interests. I also represent clients in domestic abuse proceedings, including motions for Restraining Orders under Oregon's Family Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA).

35 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 34 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1991

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kenneth W McNeil

1323 NE Orenco Station Ste 310, Hillsboro, OR, 97124

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Beaverton, OR

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Portland, OR

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Kenneth W McNeil's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Efficient, kind and so happy I hired him!

Divorces are stressful and no one wants to go through them, especially when COVID-19 arrives two months after you file. I met Ken and discussed my case with him, not only did I have more direction of what the divorce process looked like, he assured me that I had more leverage than I thought in my ...situation. Ken worked diligently on my case, helping me with every question I asked no matter how silly I thought it was. His communication was excellent in following up with me weekly and informing me of the current status of my divorce. He filled me in with every change or detail that came up and was so kind during the entire process. Brenda and him really exceeded my expectations and helped me find peace during this whole process. I highly recommend Ken McNeil!

Posted by Tennason | July 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ken exceeded my expectations & the outcome shows that!!

I highly recommend Ken because he did the impossible by helping me get full custody of my daughter without visitation for the father! I’ve learned that is a very unlikely outcome. He was organized, prepared, easy to get ahold of and always responded to my emails in a timely manor. He made me feel lik...e a priority and always listened to what I had to say. He’s direct and honest so you know where you stand. He sends a billing breakdown clearly explaining charges and there weren’t any trumped up charges so I really appreciated that! My favorite thing about him is how prepared he was for court and how he prepared me for the hearing. He’s a good guy so he’s probably not the guy to hire if you’re shady and worthless. My experience with him and his legal assistant Brenda was extremely positive so I highly recommend his services!

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable, Prepared, Professional and Direct!!

After my consultation I knew Ken was the guy I needed to represent me for my custody case. He was obviously honest and I really appreciated that! He wasn't slimy and trying to tell me what I wanted to hear. We recently had a hearing and his preparedness and professionalism REALLY impressed me so I no... longer have anxiety because I know I'm in good hands! Ken and his assistant Brenda always respond to my emails ASAP and I've really appreciated that. I would definitely recommend his services because I feel that he worked hard preparing for my hearing and he made me feel like my situation was a priority! He was also very accommodating when it came to meeting with me and offered to meet on the weekend if necessary. I really didn't have any negative experiences with him as he exceeded my expectations! I appreciated how he was direct and would redirect me if I got off course. My case isn't over but I know I'm in good hands with Ken because he's prepared!

Posted by Jonathan | May 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A great attorney

I got sued for an amount of money, and I was in real trouble financially over it. Mr. McNeil examined my documents and negotiated the amount down to something reasonable. He has my highest recommendation for his professionalism. To add to that, he never wasted my time and got things done fast.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney for complicated divorce

I would recommend Ken to anyone with a divorce case that is not mutual in any way. His expertise helped me during my very complicated and long divorce. For more than a year Ken was handling my case. Multiple times we had to go back to the court and every time Ken was very professional, very knowledge...able and supportive. I always got prompted responses from him and his staff.

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Kenneth W McNeil's Lawyer Endorsements

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Laura Schantz

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ken McNeil has been a pleasure to work with on the cases that I have had against him because he is fair and reasonable. He is a past president of the Washington County Bar Association and committed to his practice in Orenco station and the surrounding community in Washington County."

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Jonathan Corey

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Newsom

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amy Velazquez

Family lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. McNeil and had occasion to work with him as opposing counsel since 2005. I endorse his work in both Family Law and Criminal Defense."

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Virginia Onu

Family lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ken is a wonderful attorney, very experienced and caring. I learned a great deal while worked for him."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2007

Distinguished Service, Washington County Bar Association

2000

Peer Rating of BV--Very High Legal Ability, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Founding attorney, McNeil & Goldstein

1991 - 2003

Shareholder, McKeown & Brindle

1991 - 1991

Special Prosecutor, Multmonah County

Associations

2000 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section

Member

1994 - Present

Supreme Court of the United States

Admission to Appear

1993 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1993 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit

Admission to Appear

1992 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2006 - 2007

Washington County Bar Association

President

2001 - 2005

Washington County Bar Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

State ex rel Juvenile Department of Multnomah County v. Loredo

Affirmed

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Education

1990

University of Oregon

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Whitman College

BA - Bachelor of Arts, with Honors

Speaking Engagements

2007

Washington County Bar Association

Candidate's Forum

Publications

2007

Washington County Bar Association President's Message

Languages

English

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