Erin K Morris

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Erin K Morris

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Family Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials

1140 SW 11th Ave., Suite 110, Portland, OR

Virtual Consultation Available

About Erin

Biography

Zealous advocate and trusted advisor.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%
Family 25%

25%
Marriage and Prenuptials 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-410 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 8 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 13 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Morris Family Law LLC

1140 SW 11th Ave., Suite 110, Portland, OR, 97205

morrislaworegon.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Erin online.

Erin K Morris's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Alicia | June 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Hire Erin! Cannot praise her enough for what she did for our family.

I cannot praise Erin enough for what she did for our family. She helped us with a custody issue which seemed hopeless. It can be hard for dads to feel like they have a voice. She gave that to my fiancée. I work in the legal field and her professionalism and knowledge is unmatched. Family issues are i...ncredibly tough and take a toll on you emotionally. She is not only an excellent attorney, but she truly cares about you as a person and what your family is going through.

Posted by Leslie | February 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Expert, Supportive, and Empowering—Erin is the Lawyer You Need

Hiring a lawyer can be an intimidating decision, especially when it comes to something as critical as a divorce. The impact on your life hinges on their expertise and support. Erin Morris is not just a lawyer; she's a game-changer. From the moment she took on my case, the stress began to melt away. H...aving already worked with two other lawyers, I can attest that Erin stands head and shoulders above the rest. Her ability to listen, quickly grasp the nuances of my situation, and expertly navigate every challenge was nothing short of impressive. With Erin in my corner, my anxiety, which was once overwhelming, dissipated completely. Her team's thoroughness and Erin's commanding knowledge made all the difference. If you're seeking confidence and assurance that you have the best advocate possible, Erin is the one you want by your side. Erin? You're stuck with me... For life!

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Knowledgeable, Compassionate, Professional... and when necessary, Decisive and Resolute

Erin's expertise with family law is exactly what I needed in order to navigate a difficult and contentious custody battle and divorce. She has extensive knowledge of how the system works, required paperwork to achieve the desired end, how the different municipal court systems operate, local judges... and lawyers in the field, and the dos and don'ts of separation and preparation for mediation / trial. Erin assured me from the beginning that the demands of the opposing party were outlandish and gave me a good idea of what I should expect if we went to court. Everything she told me has been proven correct so far, over the course of 4+ hearings. Erin is also conscious of the costs of litigation - and offers good advice as to what is absolutely necessary and what may not be worth the time and money. Erin's team is top notch - among other things, helping to maintain good communication with busy schedules. Erin is also fun to work with and has a good sense of humor, which helps lighten the mood when dealing with sad and difficult issues. I wholeheartedly recommend Erin Morris - as well as Elizabeth and the staff at the Elizabeth Christy Law Firm that supports her.

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer for defendant

Erin was very professional through out a long, bitter divorce process. The divorce settlement required the attorney to be well versed in business concepts and defend claims of over-reach. She understands the law very well and is a bulldog when it comes to negotiations. She defended my position in... regards to joint custody of the children and highlighted the role of a dad and its importance. I consulted 3 of the top family firms in Portland and she is amongst the best.

Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Effective and wonderful to work with

I came to Erin 18 months into a high conflict divorce, having spent $16,000, with no real resolution in sight. I had the unfortunate and palpable sense that my attorney and my husband's attorney were working together to everyone's demise. Erin was a breath of fresh air. I learned more about my divorc...e in the first conversation I had with her than in my entire relationship with my former attorney. Erin utilized new (to my divorce), functional tools in bringing my case to settlement. Her negotiating, timing, communication, and deadline setting were impeccable, and she was able to bring my divorce to settlement in under 6 months for comparatively very reasonable cost. I found her and her office to be responsive and respectful. At all times charges for services were uninflated and reflected an ethic of conserving cost. I am very happy with both the financial settlement Erin negotiated in my divorce and with the measures she was able to put into place to provide the best possible, safest visitation parameters for my family's individual circumstances. In working with Erin, I feel I stepped out of a frustrating and intimidating experience in an old-boy network where the cards were stacked against me, and stepped into a functional, legally nearly balanced world with an advocate working for me and for my children. Erin truly negotiated for my children and I a future that holds the most promise possible given our circumstances. I am grateful for her work and her practice.

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Erin K Morris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Barnhart

Family lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"Erin is a highly skilled and aggressive advocate for her clients. Erin understands how to balance the multitude of competing interests while navigating families in transition and will counsel her clients so they feel confident in their chosen path forward."

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London Ballard

Family lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"I strongly endorse Erin Morris related to any family law matter, including guardianships for minor children and third party custody cases. I have been lucky enough to have the opportunity to work with and alongside Erin for the last three years. Erin is one of the best family law attorneys in the state of Oregon, and I often strive to grasp the law as well as she does. There is no doubt that you will be in good hands with Erin as your family law attorney."

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Jennelle Gonzales

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I went to law school with Erin and wouldn't hesitate in recommending her to anyone who needs her services! She is skilled, competent and compassionate."

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Deanna Rusch

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is a great lawyer! Her passion for people and for the law shine through in her work. I would not hesitate to refer family or friends to Erin."

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Conor Buie

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Erin. She is a talented and knowledgeable attorney who works hard for her clients. She is also a great member of our legal community."

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Anna Vujovic

Family lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Erin is a very experienced and compassionate attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. She is fantastic to work with and is admired by her clients and opposing counsel. I highly recommend Erin."

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M. Aquadro

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ms. Morris is an exemplary attorney. She is passionate and caring. She is knowledgeable and professional. I absolutely recommend her as a family law attorney."

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Elizabeth Christy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Erin is an articulate, smart, assertive attorney who always has her clients’ best interests at heart. I would not hesitate to refer to her."

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Adam McKibben

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"Erin is knowledgeable, compassionate, and hardworking. Your case will be in safe hands with her."

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Andrew Newsom

Family lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Erin."

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Emma Lor

Family lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin has the ability to balance zealous representation with compassion. She will work tirelessly for her clients to obtain the best possible result. Unlike other attorneys, she is approachable, friendly, and goes out of her way for her clients. After meeting Erin in law school, I was convinced that she would some day be a brilliant attorney. Today she is that attorney and more, and I'm so proud to have her as a colleague."

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Jack Dekovich

Family lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is well respected in the Family Law community for her stellar advocacy and client care. She has the special gift of analyzing a case and working toward a reasonable solution. Attorneys that equal her dedication and passion in the field of law are rare. I would trust a close friend or family member in Erin's care."

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Anna Friedhoff

Family lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Tooley

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is an exceptionally skilled family law attorney whose genuine compassion for her clients is only outweighed by her dedication and diligence in protecting their best interests. Moreover, her ability to communicate complex concepts into simple language is a skill many attorneys don't possess. I highly recommend her services."

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John Burgess

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Erin highly. She is very knowledgeable about family law and is quickly making a name for herself as an attorney who is as skilled as she is compassionate and professional. I would recommend her to family and friends."

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Jeffrey Turnoy

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Erin for several years. Erin in aggressive, resourceful, and passionate about her cases and her clients. I do not hesitate to recommend Erin for any of her legal services."

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Joshua Pops

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I think Erin is the best young divorce attorney in Multnomah County. She is as tough as they come but always thinks about the client's best interests when it comes to settling. I would endorse her without hesitation."

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Adam Brittle

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"During our search for a new associate attorney for our firm, we reached out to several trusted and respected peers in the Oregon legal community. We were fortunate to have some of those peers recommend Erin as a confident, motivated, and bright young Oregon attorney. After meeting with Erin in person, the recommendations proved correct. Shortly after her interview we offered her an associate position with our firm beginning in January 2014. We are pleased to have her on board!"

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Joel Geelan

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have personally observed Ms. Morris’ strong work ethic and unwavering advocacy on behalf of his clients. Ms. Morris’ background provides her with the experience and skills necessary to address her clients' needs. A strong indicator of an attorney’s ability is whether his/her professional colleagues would entrust their personal affairs in the attorney’s hands. Not every attorney is capable of earning such respect and trust. I would trust Ms. Morris to handle my case, and that is why I eagerly endorse this attorney."

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Christopher Bergstrom

Family lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Erin is a dedicated attorney who truly understands the emotional aspect inherent in family law cases. Erin strives to make sure clients understand both the legal process and importance of settlement negotiation. She will work toward settlement but is equally comfortable litigating when necessary. Opposing counsel and clients alike will find Erin to an informed and thoughtful advocate."

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Sean Namei

Family lawyer

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Lauren Barnhart

Family lawyer

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London Ballard

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Deanna Rusch

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Conor Buie

Unknown lawyer

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Anna Vujovic

Family lawyer

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M. Aquadro

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Adam McKibben

Family lawyer

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Lindsay Howk

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Andrew Newsom

Family lawyer

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Daniel Snyder

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jack Dekovich

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Sarah Denner

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Anna Friedhoff

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Tooley

Unknown lawyer

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Jeffrey Turnoy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joel Geelan

Family lawyer

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Joshua Pops

Divorce and separation lawyer

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John Burgess

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

2024 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2023

2023 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2022

2022 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Oregon Super Lawyers

2021

2021 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Oregon Super Lawyers

2020

2020 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

2019 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

10 Best Attorneys - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

2018 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

2017 Rising Star - Oregon Family Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

10 Best Attorneys - Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2011

High Paper Award for Environmental Justice, Willamette University College of Law

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Founding Partner, Morris Family Law LLC

2020 - Present

Partner, Morris, Stannard & Batalden Family Law PC

2018 - 2020

Associate Attorney, Elizabeth Christy Law Firm, PLLC

2016 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Gearing, Rackner & Engel

2014 - 2016

Associate Attorney, Brittle & Brittle, PC

2013 - 2014

Associate Attorney, Stahancyk, Kent & Hook, PC

2011 - 2012

Court Certified Law Clerk, Oregon Department Of Justice Special Litigation Unit & Special Counsel

2008 - 2009

Education Grants Administrator, Portland Community College

2007 - 2007

Intern, The American Task Force on Palestine

Associations

2018 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

2018 - Present

Clark County Bar Association

2018 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

2018 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Family Law Advisory Committee

Member

2016 - Present

Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners

2016 - Present

Clackamas County Bar Association

2016 - Present

Gus J. Solomon American Inn of Court

2016 - Present

Oregon Women Lawyers (Portland chapter)

2014 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

2012 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section

2012 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

2012 - Present

Multnomah County Bar Association

2012 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

2021 - 2024

Multnomah County Bar Association, CLE Committee

Committee Member

Education

2012

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

University of San Francisco

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude

2003

St. Mary's Academy

N/A

American University

N/A

University College Dublin

Speaking Engagements

2023

Multnomah Bar Association Family Law Update 2023

2022

Multnomah Bar Association Family Law Update 2022

2021

Oregon State Bar, Family Law Advisory Committee Attorneys for Children In Oregon - How and Why?

2019

Oregon Family Law Practice for Paralegals

Preparing Initial Family Law Pleadings and Assisting with Motion Practice

2018

Ethics in Mediation & Oregon Elder and Child Abuse Reporting Oregon Child and Elder Abuse Reporting Requirements

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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