Overview
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100% Divorce / Separation
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Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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About Me
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Paul is one of Oregon's most experienced divorce attorneys. He
prides himself on providing personalized attention and top quality
representation to every... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
Stuart,
2011-11-17
3 months ago.
Client Review:
Paul was my attorney during my recent alimony modification case. It quickly became evident that my case would not be settled out of court. At every...
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Posted by:
Julie,
2011-01-09
about 1 year ago.
Client Review:
I am truly thankful for Mr. DeBast's services. I worked with Mr. DeBast for several years. I was faced with a number of new legal motions by the...
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Peer Endorsements
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I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a formidable opponent. He is a gentleman, professional, and reasonable.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Lake James Perriguey
, Portland (OR), 9 days ago
I endorse this lawyer.
Endorsement from lawyer:
Michael Waddington
, Humacao (PR), 4 months ago
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Résumé
License
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40 years since Paul J DeBast was first licensed to practice law.
| State |
License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| Oregon |
Active
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1972 |
11/05/2009 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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| Position |
Duration |
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Managing Partner at
DeBast, McFarland & Richardson
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2000–present
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Partner at
Adams, DeBast, Helzer, McFarland, Richardson & Uffelman
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1992–1999
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Partner at
Thompson, Adams, DeBast, Ray & Helzer
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1976–1992
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Associate at
Thompson, Adams & Lund
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1972–1976
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Education
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| School |
Major |
Degree |
Graduated |
| Willamette University College of Law |
Law |
JD - Juris Doctor |
1972 |
| University of Washington -Seattle |
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BA - Bachelor of Arts |
1969 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
Date |
| Named |
Oregon Super Lawyers |
2010 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2010 |
| AV Rated |
Martindale-Hubbell |
2009 |
| Named |
Oregon Super Lawyers |
2009 |
| Named |
Oregon Super Lawyers |
2008 |
| Named |
Oregon Superlawyer |
2007 |
| Named |
Oregon Superlawyer |
2006 |
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Associations
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| Position |
Association Name |
Duration |
| Member |
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers |
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| Member |
American Bar Association |
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| Member |
Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners |
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| Founder |
Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners |
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| Past Director |
Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners |
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| Member |
Oregon State Bar Association |
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| Former Director |
Oregon State Bar Association, Family Law Section |
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| Former Officer |
Oregon State Bar Association, Family Law Section |
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| Member |
Washington County Bar Association |
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| Past President |
Washington County Bar Association |
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Portfolio
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Reputation Level 6
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Publications
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
Date |
| Using Life Insurance to Secure Support Obligations |
Crossroads of Estate Planning & Dissolution Law |
2009 |
| Accessing Retirement Benefits After Divorce |
Advanced Divorce Issues |
2008 |
| Bucking the Trend in Spousal Support |
Lewis & Clark Law School Family Law Seminar |
2006 |
| Business Value and Divorce - An Analysis of Oregon Appellate Cases |
Oregon State Bar Family Law Conference |
2005 |
| Spousal Support: Myths & Realities |
Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners |
2005 |
| Avoiding Life Insurance Malpractice |
Annual Family Law Conference |
2004 |
| Innovative Tax Solutions for Divorce Cases |
Tax Issues for Divorce Lawyers |
2003 |
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