About Annelisa
Biography
Annelisa Smith is co-owner of McKean Smith. She represents clients in Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA in practice areas such as child custody, domestic violence, child support and divorce. She graduated with her J.D. and M.S. from Vermont Law School (Dean’s Fellow). In addition to her role at McKean Smith, she is also serves on several non-profit boards and works within the legal community to improve practice and professionalism. Annelisa is known for her hard-work, dedication and knack for problem-solving. In 2013, 2014, and 2015, she was named to the Oregon Super Lawyers® Rising Star℠ list, which is a legal honor based on peer and third party review. To learn more about Annelisa Smith, contact McKean Smith today or visit their website.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Washington for 14 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 19 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
McKean Smith
1140 SW 11th Avenue, Suite 400, Portland, OR, 97205
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Annelisa D Smith's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Not for women
She was my first attorney....she did absolutely nothing but filed my divorce and took my money. When I told her I need someone to fight for me she replied “there’s no fight in family law.” Before even requesting production of documents she was trying to hire a private judge to hear my case. Im a wom...
Posted by anonymous | September 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Did not do a good job
I had Ms. Smith represent me during a hearing regarding parenting time. Unfortunately, I would not recommend her. She is a kitten in the courtroom, the other attorney walked all over her. She did not do a good job standing up for me or representing me in court. It was clear that she did little to...
Posted by Hugh | February 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce and separation, Child custody, Family Lawyer
Annelisa is Amazing. Before Annelisa, in the beginning of my three-year divorce, we tried to do it collaboratively but everything froze up and we came to a standstill. I chose to move out of collaboration and get my divorce over with while making sure I got what I deserved without going overboard. Th...
Posted by Tia | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Highly Recommend
Annelisa was amazing to work with. She takes the time to listen and explain things thoroughly. I had a custody trial that was extremely emotional. After hiring Annelisa, I was able to relax knowing our best interest were her priority. I have and will continue to refer her. She is the best.
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2019
Belittling
Met with her on recommendation of someone else. Found her to be belittling and dismissive. Her financial recommendations thankfully turned out to be off base. Glad I trusted my gut and interviewed other counsel. From reading her reviews, I suspect she is a better attorney for men than for women.
Annelisa Smith
Replied last July 02, 2019I am very sorry that you felt this way after our meeting. It is great that you interviewed other attorneys and found someone who you felt was a better fit. I hope you found a quick and successful resolution to your case.
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Experience
Honors
2018
Superlawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner/Partner, McKean Smith
2011 - 2015
Associate, McKinley Irvin
2007 - 2011
Associate, Bertoni and Associates
2006 - 2007
Judicial Clerk for the Honorable Elizabeth Welch, Multnomah County Court
Associations
2017 - Present
American Bar Association, Family Law SectionConference Chair 2018, Chair Elect 2020
2013 - Present
Oregon Academy of Family Law PractitionersBoard of Directors, President 2019-2020
2013 - Present
Bravo Youth OrchestrasSecretary of the Board
2009 - Present
Gus J. Solomon American Inn of CourtMember
Member
Member
Member
2016 - 2016
Tools and Standards subcommittee for the Family Court Enhancement ProjectAppointee
2015 - 2016
Oregon State Bar, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee
2005 - 2005
Legal Aid Services of Multnomah CountyVolunteer Legal Assistant
Education
2005
JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
2000
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
2012
Representing Parties in Domestic Violence Cases
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers