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Licensed in Oregon for 19 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2006
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McLain Legal Services PC
620 SW Fifth Ave., Suite 912, Portland, OR, 97204
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Andrew McLain's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Procedural Aggression Meets Volatility
McLain exhibits a pattern of aggressive courtroom behavior combined with highly timed procedural filings: verbal attacks on opposing counsel, belittling commentary toward witnesses under oath, and scheduling hearings to coincide with critical personal deadlines. Volatile temperament plus procedural e...
Posted by CG | January 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney
3rd times a charm? Time will tell
I have had unpleasant need to hire Mr Mclain and his team 3 times now in just over 6 years. Every time I work with this law firm I am impressed. Mr McLain is a cut above the rest of the portland attorney options. It is clear to me that he sincerely cares about what he does for a living. All those th...
Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney
A complete breath of fresh air and highly skilled attorney
I’ve had to hire Mr McLain several times now for a family law case that just won’t stop. He is not only very knowledgeable in the law, he is compassionate, considerate, trustworthy and fair. Not sure what the other reviews are all about, but my experiences with McLain Legal Services have been nothing...
Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Intellectual Bulldog
Andy is an extraordinarily bright, energetic lawyer who craves winning and truly has a passion for helping families get usable outcomes from often terrible situations. He clearly enjoys dismantling poor arguments in court and on paper, and his complete demolition of opposition witnesses' testimony in...
Posted by Joe | April 5, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Trust Andrew McLain
Andrew represented me in a domestic issue. This was the type of case that required careful attention to the details and then the strategy to show the court what was really happening. Andy and his team did an excellent job of reviewing the evidence, and prepping for a hearing. He was even putting in ...
Andrew McLain's Lawyer Endorsements
"Andy is a great attorney, he works very hard for each of his clients. He is smart and incisive but also caring and relatable."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a strong advocate for his clients and is able to articulate his client's positions well."
"Andy has a deep understanding of Oregon family law, and he brings that understanding to bear in consultations with clients, in negotiations with opposing counsel, and in the courtroom. Moreover, Andy has become a leader in this area of law, mentoring many young attorneys. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Andy since law school. Andy has a brilliant legal mind, and genuinely loves helping and advocating for his clients. Andy's disposition is perfect for expertly navigating emotionally-challenging cases. Andy's the first name I think of for anyone with a family law issue."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have interacted with Andy on a number of Washington County family law cases over the years, and have always found him to be a very zealous and effective advocate for his clients."
"Andy is a smart and effective advocate. His approach is thorough and intelligent. He's a great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is a very knowledgeable attorney! He is a capable mediator as well as a strong courtroom advocate."
"I endorse Andrew. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I worked with Andy on a Juvenile case where I got to see Andy use his knowledge of the law and zealous advocacy in various court hearings. He also respected his clients and ensured that they understood what was going on and why. I highly recommend Andy for Juvenile and Family law cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. His is a model I would be proud to emulate."
"Andy McLain is a brilliant attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable about the law and is confidant both in and out of the courtroom. He will passionately advocate for the best possible results of a client's case in pre-trial negotiations but isn't afraid to take the case to trial if necessary. He is familiar with the judges and attorneys throughout the greater Portland Metropolitan area, especially Washington County."
"Andy is an an attorney that truly listens and understands his client's particular needs. He has experience in litigating, criminal, family law and DHS cases, which provides him a unique knowledge base to be able to provide the most competent and zealous advocacy of his clients. He is constantly working to achieve the best results while showing the compassion and thoughtfulness his particular area of practice requires."
"I worked with Andrew McLain as opposing counsel on a custody matter. Andy is a very bright, reasonable, and compassionate attorney who zealously advocates for his client. He is an excellent choice to have on your side and I recommend him. Ben Falk"
"Andy is a dedicated and zealous advocate. I worked with Andy for two years and never ceased to be impressed by his passion for getting the best possible result for each and every client. Andy is skilled at negotiations but also will never shy away from taking a good case to trial. Were I in a situation where I needed representation on a family law matter, Andy is the first person I would call."
"Andy McLain is a smart attorney, who makes his clients feel comfortable as they navigate tough, often emotional issues. I am happy to endorse Andy McLain!"
"I endorse Andy's work. He is smart, persistent, and compassionate."
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Experience
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, McLain Legal Services PC
2007 - 2012
Associate, Ridehalgh & Associates LLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Multnomah Bar Association
2012 - Present
Washington County Bar Association
2006 - Present
Oregon State Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Education
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
BA - Bachelor of Arts