Shelly Kay Perkins

Shelly Kay Perkins

4.8
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 28 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at West Linn, OR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Mediation ... +2 more

1575 Burns St, West Linn, OR

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 28 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1997

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Perkin Law, LLC

1575 Burns St, West Linn, OR, 97068

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Shelly Kay Perkins's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

118 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 58 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Judy | May 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

I was referred to Shelly Perkins by my sister and another close friend who used her in their divorces. After my consultation, I hired her on the spot. Shelly and staff are extremely knowledgeable, attentive and quick to answer my endless emails. Shelly gave me an honest outline on what to expect goi...ng through the spousal support stage and then finally into the divorce hearing. She handled every challenge from husband's team in a professional, gritty and commanding presence. She went toe to toe with his lawyer and did not back down to their constant objections. I can honestly say without Shelly, I believe the outcome would not have came out in my favor. I can't thank her enough.

Posted by Christy | January 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thorough, Knowledgable, and Diligent!

I highly recommend!! Last year I found myself in a difficult situation and needed to acquire a legal separation quickly. Shelly was on top of it from beginning to end. She was quick to reply, answered any questions that arose, and explained every step of the way. I'm grateful to have found Shelly!

Posted by Amy | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Absolutely amazing. Worth every penny.

I hired Shelly after spending almost 2 years with a cheaper, incompetent lawyer. If I would've found Shelly at the beginning of my divorce she would've saved me so much wasted time, energy and money. I highly recommend her brilliant services to everyone. She gets the job done, doesn't mess around, wh...ile also caring about your case. She responded to emails almost instantly and always had the best advice. Can't say enough good things about my experience. Thank you so much!!

Posted by Katie | January 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Made a hard process simple

Shelly and her team are amazing to work with. Shelly is very direct and upfront with the path we needed to take. She was always thinking of the best approach for our case and for me personally. She often emailed me on weekends or called me personally after hours with things came up along the way. ... Laura, her assistant (Attorney) was so great to work with too. She is kind and comforting. Her follow through was always spot on when she needed to run something by Shelly. Overall, divorce is not for the weak of heart. Many ups, downs, tear and emotions. Shelly and her firm handled me with gentle yet professional hands. I would highly recommend this team.

Posted by Kevin | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great Advocate

Ms. Perkins is an outstanding attorney. She took my case and explained every step that would need to be taken and the ramifications of tertiary effects. I felt as though I was I truly had an advocate through a very personal case. She is a brilliant family law attorney and would definitely hire her... again. I only wish she could have represented me in my first case in Colorado. Highly recommend Ms. Perkins for any family law needs.

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Shelly Kay Perkins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Oliveros

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Hallas

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I practice as a domestic relations attorney as opposing counsel against Shelly in the Tri-County area. I have handled several cases where Shelly represented the opposing party. In my experience she's a professional and tenacious advocate for her clients. I believe a more important skill she possesses is the ability to work with her clients and opposing counsel to help her clients avoid the substantial cost and risk associated with fully contested divorce and custody cases when the parties would be better off working toward a cooperative resolution. I endorse Shelly's skills and professionalism."

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Christian Scritsmier

Family lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ms. Perkins is a highly skilled family law attorney based in Clackamas, Oregon."

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Arthur Knauss

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very experienced, well versed in the law and committed to resolving cases with her clients' best interests at heart. She is well thought of by the bench, and an accomplished litigator."

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Jennifer Sackett

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Shelly is a skilled advocate and fights hard for her clients. She is a true professional."

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John Moore

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lars Hubbard

Family lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Arusi Loprinzi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ian Slavin

Child custody lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Ms. Perkins on several cases and found her to be knolwedgeable and experienced. She works hard for her clients and acts professionally at all times."

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Kenneth Kissir

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathleen Baker

Family lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Shelly due to her experience, integrity and knowledge in family law. She is highly regarded by her peers for good reason. She does an excellent job of advocating for her clients while maintaining professionalism in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Best Divorce Lawyers in Gresham, Expertise

2018

Client's Choice Award 2018, Avvo

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Attorney, Uniform Trial Court Rules Committee

2010 - Present

Managing Attorney & Owner, Perkins Law, LLC

2010 - 2010

Associate, Garrison Law Group, LLC

1997 - 2000

Deputy District Attorney, Clackamas County District Attorney

Associations

2016 - Present

Oregon Women Lawyers

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Clackamas County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Attorney Member

1997 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Attorney Member

Education

1996

Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2020

Oregon Family Law Practice for Paralegals

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Languages

English

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