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My practice is limited exclusively to mediation and Collaborative Law in family law matters. Most people think that the divorce process has to be long, difficult and expensive. They don't realize that you can actually have a "good" divorce. I devote my practice to helping people have a constructive, respectful divorce process.
Practice areas
In addition to mediation, I also practice Collaborative Law. Collaborative Law is similar to mediation, but each participant works with their own collaboratively trained attorney rather than with a neutral mediator.
I mediate a variety of family law matters, including divorce, separation, spousal support, child support, custody issues, parenting plans, asset division and modifications.
In addition to mediation, I also practice Collaborative Law. Collaborative Law is similar to mediation, but each participant works with their own collaboratively trained attorney rather than with a neutral mediator.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OR | Active | 2006 | 06/12/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyers - Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Super Lawyers - Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Super Lawyers - Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Super Lawyers - Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Super Lawyers - Rising Star | Thomson Reuters | 2016 |
Super Lawyers - Rising Star | Thomson Reuters | 2015 |
Avvo Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2015 |
Avvo Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
Avvo Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2013 |
Avvo Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Collaborative Attorney and Mediator | Forrest Collins, P.C. | 2013 - Present |
Attorney, Mediator | Collins Berman, P.C. | 2011 - 2013 |
Attorney, Mediator | Forrest Collins, Attorney at Law | 2006 - 2011 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Association of Family and Conciliation Courts | Member | 2013 - Present |
Multnomah County Circuit Court | Court Appointed Attorney for Children | 2012 - Present |
Oregon Association of Collaborative Professionals | Board Member | 2011 - Present |
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals | Member | 2008 - Present |
Oregon State Bar | Member | 2006 - Present |
Multnomah County Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
Oregon Mediation Association | Board of Directors | 2009 - 2013 |
Oregon State Bar, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section | Board Member | 2009 - 2012 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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KeepOutOfCourt.com Blog | Mediation vs. Collaborative Law - What Should You Choose? | 2013 |
KeepOutOfCourt.com Blog | Pros and Cons of DIY Divorce | 2013 |
OSB ADR Section Newsletter | Collaborative Law - A New Approach | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Willamette University College of Law | JD | 2006 |
Willamette Center for Dispute Resolution | Certificate in Dispute Resolution | 2006 |
Linfield College | BS | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Guest lecturer | Mediating Effectively | 2014 |
Guest lecturer | Building Your Mediation Career | 2012 |
Mediation Seminar | Building Your Mediation Career | 2011 |
Second Saturday | Divorce for Women | 2010 |
Regular speaker | Divorce Support Group | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Case Name Confidential - L. G. and M. G. | Successfully mediated |
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Dona Cullen, Family Attorney on Oct 27, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Forrest Collins is an excellent attorney and is dedicated to helping families come to peaceful and fair resolutions. He has worked tirelessly to develop a non-court practice that is professional and efficient. He is a leader in the field and is an excellent mediator and collaborative attorney. He also is very personable and respectful to colleagues and clients. That means a lot. I am happy to recommend him. He is a credit to our profession. Dona Cullen, Mediator and Collaborative Attorney
Tonya Alexander, Mediation Attorney on Jul 23, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked with Forrest on dozens of cases over the last 5 or 6 years and do not hesitate to recommend and endorse Forrest for both mediation and collaborative method family cases. Forrest truly has a talent for helping clients and families in a caring and efficient way. He is knowledgeable about financial issues, and does a great job of simplifying and presenting options to clients. I will continue to recommend and endorse Forrest Collins 100% and really enjoy working with him.
Dona Cullen, Family Attorney on Oct 27, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Forrest Collins is an excellent attorney and is dedicated to helping families come to peaceful and fair resolutions. He has worked tirelessly to develop a non-court practice that is professional and efficient. He is a leader in the field and is an excellent mediator and collaborative attorney. He also is very personable and respectful to colleagues and clients. That means a lot. I am happy to recommend him. He is a credit to our profession. Dona Cullen, Mediator and Collaborative Attorney
Tonya Alexander, Mediation Attorney on Jul 23, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have worked with Forrest on dozens of cases over the last 5 or 6 years and do not hesitate to recommend and endorse Forrest for both mediation and collaborative method family cases. Forrest truly has a talent for helping clients and families in a caring and efficient way. He is knowledgeable about financial issues, and does a great job of simplifying and presenting options to clients. I will continue to recommend and endorse Forrest Collins 100% and really enjoy working with him.
Patricia McGuire, Mediation Attorney on May 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I'm a family law attorney, and I've sent many clients to Forrest for mediation. He's a great mediator and all of my clients have been successful working with him. He's efficient, economical and very thorough.
James O'Connor, Family Attorney on May 20, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I've known Forrest for over 4 years, having had cases together and been professionally connected in several organizations devoted to mediation and collaborative family law. Forrest also does a significant amount of family law litigation as needed, so provides a full range of services to potential clients. Forrest masters both the big picture and the important details necessary to help clients and their families resolve their issues in the most mutually beneficial way possible. I refer Forrest clients with compelte confidence that he will meet their various needs.
Chase Morinaka, Family Attorney on Apr 30, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Forrest is knowledgeable and experienced. He is a great lawyer for collaborative family law issues.
Alexzander Adams, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 26, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Forrest for 5 years. He is caring, compassionate, and honest. He does not endlessly bill against a matter for the sake of billing. His sole goal is to get what is never a fun process resolved in an expedited manner. I wholeheartedly endorse Forrest for anything that has to do with marital issues and family law.
Michael Hallas, Mediation Attorney on Feb 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Forrest is an excellent lawyer who brings his significant family law experience to help clients mediate their domestic relations disputes. I endorse this lawyer.
Breckan Scott, Unknown Attorney on May 31, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Myah Kehoe, Mediation Attorney on May 8, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Forrest and I have known each other since 2004 and he has worked as a mediator in several cases in which one of the parties has come to me to review the judgment before signing off. Both parties have been consistently very pleased with not only his work, but also his compassion. He is a wonderful mediator and a very effective attorney.
Jonathan Berman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 19, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker
I have worked with Forrest as an opposing counsel on some very complex family law matters. I have always found Forrest to be extremely competent and knowledgeable, while at the same time approaching difficult issues in a reasonable and sensible manner. Forrest's relaxed but professional style also makes him a very effective mediator for those individuals who hope to avoid litigation entirely. I strongly endorse this lawyer.
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