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Collin C McKean
About Collin
Biography
Collin is an attorney/owner of the law firm McKean Smith in Portland, Oregon. Mr. McKean recognizes that your legal issues can feel overwhelming. Litigants often find themselves in polarizing situations, where common ground seems out of reach. Beginning with his initial get-acquainted meeting, Collin works with clients to identify their objectives, and regularly seeks creative resolutions to whatever challenge might arise.
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Licensed in Washington for 15 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 19 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
McKean Smith Portland
1140 SW 11th Ave, Ste 500, Portland, OR, 97205
McKean Smith Vancouver
655 W Columbia Way, Suite 504, Vancouver, WA, 98660
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Posted by Bryan | November 18, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Collin is a true standout professional
I have worked with Collin on numerous occasions. He is the epitome of professionalism. He listens, evaluates, strategizes, and executes effectively the first time. He has a great way about him when coupled with his effective results is the ideal combination. I highly recommend Collin.
Posted by Jim | January 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Upon my retirement, I hired C. McKean to complete and file a basic QDRO for my pension plan. I even provided him with the form to complete and file, which I obtained from the pension plan administrator. He chose to do things his way and use his own QDRO form. During the next 18 months, he had to redo...
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
New to OR and needed help!
I am new to Oregon with a complicated WA/OR custody case. I found Collin to be very professional, astute and thorough. I have had a few legals needs and Collin made it is easy to understand and insure that we did what was best for my son and our family. I have a feeling that my past history will re...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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An excellent attorney
My divorce case was complex, involving multiple real properties, many accounts, heavily-commingled inherited funds, wasteful spending, pensions, and disagreements over employability and retirement status. Collin McKean grasped all of it and crafted a detailed, nuanced narrative for trial that underm...
Posted by Heather | December 29, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Brilliant! The Best!
Mr. McKean is highly intelligent, thorough, patient, experienced, strategic - the absolute best attorney! I consulted with him over a messy probate, where the opposing attorney was intentionally causing distractions, and he was able to pinpoint the real issue at hand. I would recommend him to all o...
Collin C McKean's Lawyer Endorsements
"Collin is an excellent attorney. I have used Collin to help me navigate difficult issues for clients in the past. He is conscientious, responsive, and thoughtful."
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"Collin is a highly esteemed family law attorney and uses his litigation background to advance client’s interests at all stages of their case. I recently co-chaired a two-day trial with Collin and know firsthand his excellent and thorough preparation of all case matters. I highly recommend Collin for his depth of knowledge, experience and high aptitude when advancing client’s interests."
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"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with Collin on numerous projects with Oregon State Bar and amazed by his passion and diligence."
"I endorse Collin as a hardworking and talented family law lawyer. He is a zealous advocate and a skilled litigator."
"It is my pleasure to endorse Collin McKean as an outstanding family law lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Collin works hard for his clients and cares deeply about achieving results for them."
"I endorse this lawyer. Collin McKean puts a lot of effort into being a better a lawyer by reaching out to other lawyers in the community."
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"Colin is an effective, creative, yet practical attorney who is committed to bringing his family law clients to a successful result. I highly endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Silver Client Champion, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Lead Counsel Verified, Thomson Reuters
2021
Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers
2020
Top Ranking Attorney for Family Law, American Association of Attorney Advocates
2019
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2019
Wills, Probate and Estate Planning – USA, Lawyer Monthly Magazine
2018
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star Lawyer Washington, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2016
Top 10 Under 40, 2016, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Rising Star Lawyer Oregon, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star Lawyer Washington, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Rising Star Lawyer Oregon, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star Lawyer Oregon, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star Lawyer Washington, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Rising Star Lawyer Oregon, Super Lawyers Magazine
2010
Award of Merit, Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
2007
Public Service Award, Oregon Bar Association, Oregon New Lawyers Division
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, McKean Smith LLC
2012 - 2015
Partner, McKinley Irvin LLC
2010 - 2013
Attorney, McKean Law Office
2007 - 2010
Associate, Gevurtz Menashe Larson & Howe PC
2006 - 2007
Attorney, McKean Law LLC
Associations
2019 - Present
Multnomah Bar Association Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion CommitteeAmbassador Sub-Committee Chair
2014 - Present
Oregon Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsTreasurer
2012 - Present
Department of Veteran AffairsAccredited Claim Representative
2010 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2010 - Present
Clark County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2017 - 2019
Fellows of the American Bar FoundationMember
2013 - 2017
Washington State Bar Association Law Clerk BoardBoard Member
2013 - 2015
Lawyers Campaign for Equal JusticeBoard Member
2012 - 2014
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers DivisionExecutive Committee
2010 - 2011
Oregon State Bar Leadership CollegeFellow
2010 - 2011
Oregon State Bar, House of DelegatesRegion 5 Representative
2010 - 2011
Oregon Statewide Family Law Advisory Committee, Parenting Plan Outreach Sub-CommitteeMember
2006 - 2014
Oregon State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
Education
2005
Lewis & Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Warner Pacific College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2000
Warner Pacific College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
Estate Planning 101 Presentation
Estate Planning 101
2017
Multnomah Athletic Club
"Not Your Mother's Divorce" Divorce in 2017: A Workshop for Financial Advisors
2017
Family Law Section Annual Conference: Oregon and Washington
So Close Yet So Far Away
2017
2017 Family Law Section Annual Conference
Oregon and Washington: So Close Yet So Far Away
2015
American Bar Association
Property Division: Community Property versus Equitable Distribution
2014
Everything You Need to Know About Family Law as a Young Lawyer
Modifications in Family Law
2012
Oregon Continuing Education
Child Abuse Reporting for Oregon Attorneys
2012
2012 MBA YLS Spring CLE Series: Family Law 1-2-3
Dissolutions and Mediated Divorces
2011
Annual ONLD Pro Bono Challenge Awards Ceremony and CLE Program
Fundamentals of Representing Children in Domestic Relations Cases
2010
Oregon Continuing Legal Education
Child Abuse Reporting for Oregon Attorneys
2010
Civic Education Awareness Project
Elder Abuse Protection
2010
Civic Education Awareness Project
Financial Fitness: Bankruptcy 101
2010
Civic Education Awareness Project
Planning for Incapacity
2009
2009 Graduate Fellows Program
Communicating Effectively with Colleagues, Legal Professionals and Judges
Publications
2017
Oregon State Bar publication
Oregon and Washington: So Close Yet So Far Away
2015
American Bar Association
Property Division: Community Property versus Equitable Distribution
2013
ABA The Young Lawyer (Vol. 17, No. 5)
Hot Practice Areas in 2013
2012
Oregon State Bar Association Legal Information for the Public
What to do if Child or Spousal Support is Not Being Paid
2012
ABA The Young Lawyer (Vol. 16, No. 10)
You Can Get There From Here: YLD Provides Tips for Your Job Search
2011
Get It Right, Inc.
IVF: A Patient's Guide (Legal Contributor)
2010
Multnomah Bar Association publication
Discussions on Alternative Fee Agreements, Alternatives to Billing by the Hour
2009
Multnomah Lawyer
Collaborative Law: A Structured Resolution Out of Court
2008
Multnomah Lawyer
Sustainability at the Office
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
When the Respondent is really the Petitioner, how do I respond?
24 Feb 2015
Q&A
Is Multnomah County's (Oregon) mandatory parenting class required for divorcing parents with an 18 year daughter?
15 Dec 2009