About Austin
Biography
My practice is dedicated exclusively to family law. I handle divorce, custody, parenting time, paternity, and child support. I am also experienced in family law issues for same-sex couples and parents.
I make it clear to my clients that, from the time they start working with me until the matter is over, my job is to carry the burden of worrying about their case.
In order to provide exceptional service with compassion, I ensure that my clients are informed of the legal process and competently guided throughout.
It is my goal to know my client's main concerns about the process. I want to be able to educate my clients as to how the process works, what to expect, and what options they have.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Oregon for 10 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Massachusetts for 12 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Nebraska for 16 years
State: Nebraska
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 17 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Stannard and Batalden Family Law PC
1211 SW 6th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97204
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Austin Batalden's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
4 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Meeta | February 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A Lawyer you can TRUST
I hired Austin for my divorce and recently for my custody case. Austin is one of the most genuine people I have ever met - she is very knowledgeable about family law and puts the childs interests above everything else. She is not only a great lawyer, but a very patient, strategic advisor on how to pr...
Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Incompetent lawyer
I deeply regret hiring Austin to represent me during my divorce. The resulting judgment was a disaster where the plan to increase parenting time with my children was not robust enough and simply fell through without any alternative. I was stuck with very little parenting time and had to hire another ...
Austin Batalden's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Austin is a smart, tenacious and no-nonsense advocate. She understands her clients' concerns and has the ability to help her clients' manage their expectations while maximizing their results."
"Austin is a gifted case strategist and litigator. Her professionalism and dedication to her clients makes Austin among the very best Portland has to offer."
"Austin is a passionate advocate who cares about her clients, in addition to being a hardworking and skilled litigator."
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"I endorse Austin wholeheartedly. She is a tireless advocate for her clients, who empathizes with them and puts strategy in place to achieve their goals. She is also a regional leader in newer areas of family law; particularly those which effect our LBGTQ community. Austin approaches every case with the unique attention to detail it requires."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Austin for over 6 years as a colleague and friend. I worked with Austin in the high-paced, high-volume, sometimes high-stress, legal collections world. She had and still has now an impeccable work ethic and commitment to clients large and smile. Moreover, she has composure and poise in the courtroom trying to resolve disputes."
"If you are looking for an honest and capable attorney, Austin is your best choice."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Litigation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Top Contributor, AVVO
2007
Dean's List, Hamline University School of Law
2005
Presidential Scholarship, Hamline University School of Law
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Partner, Stannard and Batalden Family Law PC
2020 - 2023
Partner, Morris, Stannard & Batalden Family Law PC
2019 - 2020
Attorney, Elizabeth Christy Law Firm, PLLC
2017 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Yates Family Law
2015 - 2017
Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2014 - 2015
Managing Partner, Batalden Law, LLC
2013 - 2013
Attorney, The Law Office of Tammy Arcuri
2008 - 2012
Associate, Gurstel, Staloch & Chargo, PA
2007 - 2007
Mediator, Dispute Resolution Center, St. Paul
Associations
2022 - Present
Multnomah Bar AssociationBoard Member
2015 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2015 - Present
Oregon Women LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsMember
2015 - Present
Women's Foundation of OregonMember
2015 - 2021
Gus J. Solomon American Inn of CourtMember
2015 - 2022
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember and MBA Equity and Diversity & Inclusion Committee member
Education
2007
JD
2007
Certificate
2005
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
2021
Representing LGBTQ Youth
2018
Same-sex marriage dissolution
2017
2015
2014
Using Contracts to establish and protect LGBT healthcare Rights
Publications
2014
2014
2014
2014
2014
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
How can husband take out all these loans without the wife's knowledge and signature.Is this legal.is she responsible for anythi
15 Jan 2016
Relocation and modification of child custody
13 Jan 2016
Can I hire an attorney outside of my residential county?
07 Jan 2016