Terry Paul McCormick

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Terry Paul McCormick

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28 reviews
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Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 31 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Astoria, OR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

1 12th Street, Suite 8, Astoria, OR

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About Terry

Biography

Accomplished. Dedicated. Experienced. Family law and criminal defense attorney serving Oregon

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 75%

Family Law

24 years

75%
Criminal Defense 25%

Criminal Defense

24 years

25%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 18 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 27 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1999

Terminated - Nonpayment of Dues

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The McCormick Law Firm

1 12th Street, Suite 8, Astoria, OR, 97103

tmccormicklawfirm.com/attorneys/

Terry Paul McCormick's Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Lawyer

I hired Terry and just got everything settled. Terry’s communication was exceptional and he always made sure I was aware of what was happening next, potential outcomes, and I appreciated how he didn’t sugar coat anything. He’ll tell you what he thinks for a realistic outcome and I appreciated that. ... In the end Terry was able to get me one of the best outcomes I could have possibly asked for. For anyone looking for a criminal defense attorney I would highly recommend him.

Posted by Jud Bullard | September 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Hands-down best Lawyer around!!

I was in a situation where if I had to face it alone or with just regular help I probably would’ve done prison time. As it turns out ,when you’re going through a divorce or a break up and there’s a child involved your ex can make up anything off of the top of her head and call it in and without any p...roof whatsoever or any sort of trouble with the law before you can have your whole life completely destroyed. Even when your ex admits, she has mental problems.Everything you worked for , gone .your relationship with your children ,gone. I believe Mr. McCormick and associate saved my life literally. After two years, I’m finally able to walk around again unjudged by the law. I am no criminal and Terry knew this and help me get my life back on track. Thank you, Terry.!!

Posted by Megan | October 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend, great experience

There is nothing worse that being wrongfully accused. If it happens to you, you want Terry McCormick representing you. I was fully acquitted of of all charges. He was great to to work with every step of the way. He returns all communications in a timely manner and was respectful at every turn. His ...deep knowledge of the law and decades of experience both as an attorney and a prosecutor made all of the difference. I had full confidence in him and highly recommend him.

Posted by Matt | April 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Straightforward and honest work for you

I hired Terry to help me work through a tough time in my life. He was very knowledgeable and honest and didn't sugarcoat anything but he was also nice and there to empathize with me as well. He won't give you any false claims or false hope but tell you how it is and what he thinks. I really apprecia...ted that. We got the outcome I wanted and honestly can say that I might owe him my life. Great guy to work with and less expensive than the other options I had found.

Posted by Tresa | April 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Terry is the BEST

Terry is a great human, and he's extremely good at his job. My husband and I were in a custody battle for his daughter. We had been working with another attorney for years and were frustrated and felt defeated. We started asking our co-workers for advice and three separate people told us to look int...o Terry McCormick. It was the first part of December and we had court in January. Terry explained he didn't have enough time to take our case, but he met with us for a consultation. In the small amount of time that we spent with him, we left feeling empowered and hopeful again. I knew we needed Terry. Thank God that his schedule shifted around, and he agreed to take our case, which was in Washington County. Terry was organized, punctual, meticulous, prompt, educated, and straightforward. Every single question I had, was answered. If I had a scenario, or a situation I wanted to run past him, his answers were sincere and precise. Terry replied to me quickly and kept me in the loop on everything. The end result: My husband won full custody of his daughter. I could not have asked for a better person to represent my family.

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Robert Rust

Family lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Terry as an advocate for his clients and a knowledgeable and professional lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work several domestic relations cases with Terry and in each one I have found that he is honest, realistic, and professional at all times."

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Christopher Palmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Terry is a knowledgeable attorney with years of experience. While I have never worked with Terry on any specific matter, each person that I have referred to him reports that their matter was handled promptly and efficiently. I will not hesitate to refer more people to Terry and happily endorse his abilities."

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Christopher Palmer

Business lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, McCormick Law Office

1997 - 2002

Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney Office

1994 - 1996

Contract Attorney, At&T Legal Department

Education

1993

University of Florida

JD - Juris Doctor

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