Paul J DeBast

Paul J DeBast

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 100% Divorce / Separation

Contact Information
  • DeBast, McFarland & Richardson, LLP
    9600 SW Barnes Rd Ste 325
    Portland, OR 97225
    503-297-●●●● - show
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About me: 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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“A good friend years after my work with Paul.”

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Client Review: As my divorce became inevitable, I engaged a large, local law firm specializing in Divorce work. After $20,000 and no progress, I came to Paul on... more

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Résumé

Licenses
  • 38 years since Paul J DeBast was first licensed to practice law in OR.

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Work Experience
Position Duration
Managing Partner at DeBast, McFarland & Richardson 2000–present
Partner at Adams, DeBast, Helzer, McFarland, Richardson & Uffelman 1992–1999
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
Willamette University College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1972
University of Washington -Seattle BA - Bachelor of Arts 1969

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
AV Rated Martindale-Hubbell 2009
Named Oregon Super Lawyers 2009
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Member American Bar Association
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Portfolio

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Question: Does a child support order offer automatic...
Paul's answer: Oregon law provides that, you have legal custody of your son until such time as the father is... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Domestic Relations Agreements Fee Compendium 2007

Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement 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
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