Diane Wiscarson

Avvo Pro
Diane Wiscarson
Empowering families to balance the scales and have an equal role in their child’s school and life.
Diane Wiscarson cared when nobody else did
- Joan, a Education client
Education Issues for your child? Wiscarson Law Firm is the solution !
- Sue, a Education client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

Experience
Industry Recognition
Professional Conduct

What is the Avvo Rating?

Contributor level 10

View contributions

Practice Areas

Chart?chs=124x124&cht=p&chp=4

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (60 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

See larger map
  • 503-727-0202
  • Visit website

  • Wiscarson Law, A Professional Corporation
    510 SW 3rd Avenue
    Suite 439
    Portland, OR 97204
    Office: 503-727-0202
    Fax: 503-727-0303
    Mobile: 503-727-0202
    View map

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

Photos (6)

Videos (0)

I am licensed to practice law in both Oregon and Washington. I am also admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the District of Oregon,... more

View all photos and/or videos

References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


“Diane Wiscarson cared when nobody else did”

Posted by: Joan, over 3 years ago.

Client Review: Our school district denied an IEP when it was clearly needed and warranted. I did not know where to turn for help because I thought that the school... more
Flag

“Education Issues for your child? Wiscarson Law Firm is the solution !”

Posted by: Sue, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: I have (2) "special" children. When I found that the school district was illegally changing my son's IEP (Individualized Education Plan), I... more
Flag
View all 35 reviews

Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements


Steven B Ungar

Diane receives my highest commendation for her superb work in a one of the most difficult environments to practice law in. I know Diane as a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Steven Ungar , Portland (OR), Almost 3 years ago
Rebecca Lynn Boughton

Diane is very knowledgeable and a model for integrity - she gives attorneys a good name!! I appreciate her non-confrontational, common sense, and... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Rebecca Boughton , Boise (ID), Almost 3 years ago
View all 4 endorsements

Résumé

 

License

17 years since Diane Wiscarson was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Oregon Active 1996 05/20/2013
Washington Active 2002 05/18/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Attorney at Wiscarson Law, A Professional Corporation 2001–present
Attorney at Steinman Cooper Wiscarson, LLC. 1996–2001

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Northwestern School of Law Lewis & Clark College Law Juris Doctor 1996
University of California - Berkeley Psychology BS - Bachelor of Science 1979

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
BV Distinguished: Very High Legal Ability & Ethical Standards LexisNexis, Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review 2011
2010 Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation Washington State Bar Association, Board of Governors 2011
See all 6 awards

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Washington State Bar Association, Administrative Law Section 2010–present
Member Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) 2009–present
See all 12 association entries

Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 10
Answers: 52 Legal Answers
4 Best Answers - chosen by asker
18 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
9 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 14 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
View all contributions

Publications

Article Publication Date
Ethics and Professional Responsibility in the Practice of Special Education Law Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law 2012
Ethics and Professional Responsibility in the Practice of Special Education Law Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law 2011
See all 7 publications

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Ethics Seminar: Ethics and Professional Responsibility in the Practice of Special Education Law Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law 2012
FAPE, Confidentiality, and other Special Education Issues: A Conversational Work session Clatskanie School District, Classified Staff Inservice 2012
See all 31 speaking engagements

Contact Wiscarson Law for a free initial consultation with a dedicated legal expert.

503-727-0202

Visit attorney's website