Brent J Goodfellow

Brent J Goodfellow

also known as Goodfellow Law

3.3
Rating: 3.7

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at McMinnville, OR
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury, Business

105 N.E. 4th Street, McMinnville, OR

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025
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About Brent

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 240-315 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 22 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2003

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2025

Location

Goodfellow Law

105 N.E. 4th Street, McMinnville, OR, 97128-0626

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Brent J Goodfellow's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Bobby and Kelly | May 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A man of integrity and wisdom

I have had the privileged of having Brent as an attorney in my divorce and child support case for last 12 years when needed. I went through a great deal of setbacks, and he provided support each time. With the fraudulent activity of my ex, Brent was able provide the best outcome for our family. A ...huge Thank You to this attorney and his staff.

Posted by Amy | February 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Expert in Family Law

I was first referred to Brent Goodfellow in 2017 when i was fighting for custody of my son. He has helped me with a FAPA restraining order and is currently negotiating a settlement for a car accident that I was involved in. In all 3 cases, Brent has been immensely helpful. He is a busy guy, but h...as still made sure that all of my many questions have been answered. He helped me ask for exactly what I wanted in the custody case and explained the laws and processes in a way that actually made sense. I now have sole custody of my son. I honestly could not be more grateful for Brent and his dedication to helping my family. Brent is an amazing family law attorney because he has an obvious passion for his work. Everyone at his new office is extremely kind and welcoming. I very highly recommend this firm to any family who needs a strong voice on their side.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Could not be happier

I was referred to Mr. Goodfellow with a complicated custody and modification case. Mr. Goodfellow expertly navigated me through the difficulties I was experiencing. His significant trial experience was obvious. Thanks to him, I was successful in defending all the claims he assisted me with. I would r...ecommend him without reservation.

Posted by Lisa | June 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Experienced Criminal & Civil Attorney - Couldn't be happier!!

1. I have had an excellent ongoing partnership with this law firm representing me since we first brought a civil case to them in 2007. Since that time, I have had Brent Goodfellow represent me and close family and friends in cases that varied widely from both criminal and civil areas. The issues he h...as specifically addressed that I have detailed knowledge of included divorce with custody & parenting, felony and misdemeanor criminal, modification of parenting time, and a hefty civil lawsuit. Mr. Goodfellow has always been keenly observant of facts and evidence in a case presented to him. He is not only ethically conscientious but very responsive to answering my questions thoroughly. He is adept at maneuvering the local political system and has previously sat the bench as a judge in Yamhill County as well. He can be trusted to be fair, forthright, honest, and has impeccable integrity. Small county politics tend to have a lot of sway and self-derived power there when you're entangled in a criminal matter. It is with a great deal of thankfulness that Mr. Goodfellow proved to have excellent internal contacts for ensuring a swift delivery of information to ease troubled minds entangled in this legal process, and assist in a speedy outcome with positive results. The civil matters that this firm handled have varied widely with four different families and cases that I had been assisting with and needed to recommend legal representation for. Although many times we encountered resistance to swift resolution from opposing council, I can honestly say that Mr. Goodfellow’s firm never dragged their feet to prolong the process and accrue more legal fees like other firms had done. The entire staff at the law firm of Johnstone and Goodfellow are always consistent and quick to resolve the issues on their side of an open case as expediently as possible. In my experience, we have always come out with the desired result in all our cases where Mr. Goodfellow and his legal associates have represented us. Overall, I could not be happier with his firm and the legal staff. They are polite, attentive, and informative. They pass messages expediently to the paralegal’s and attorneys, and I have never been kept waiting. I can only give them the highest accolades and recommendations.

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Brent J Goodfellow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Cottle

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I send my Personal Injury cases to Brent. He takes the time to do the job right."

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Robert Johnstone

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Cottle

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  3.7 (Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2025.

Suspension - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2025

updated on 06/26/2025

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2010

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Managing Partner, Goodfellow Law

2003 - 2018

Attorney, Johnstone & Goodfellow

2001 - 2003

Law Clerk, Oregon Department of Justice

Associations

2018 - Present

Grand Ronde Tribal Court

Bar member

2008 - Present

District Court Of Oregon

Attorney

Oregon State Bar

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Yamhill County Bar Association

Member

Multnomah County Bar Association

Member

Marion County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Successful Appeal

Case was remanded, directing Circuit Court to dismiss the Order

Medical Malpractice

$850,000.00 settlement

Medical Malpractice

$1,200,000.00 settlement

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Education

2003

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Law Day

The Importance of Knowing Your Rights

Publications

2014

Oregon Court of Appeals W.M. v. Muck

2005

Willamette Sports Law Journal Betting on the Future of Sports

Languages

Japanese

Activity

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