$ 295-295 per hour
Zach Walsh
About Zach
Biography
Zach Walsh practices criminal law and family law with McKean Smith. Prior to joining McKean Smith, Zach honed his courtroom skills as a prosecutor and as an attorney at one of Portland's largest family law firms. Litigating criminal and family law cases in Oregon and Washington's largest and smallest jurisdictions, Zach is well versed in Oregon and Washington courtroom practice and client representation.
Using his litigation experience and his creative approach to criminal and family law issues, Zach is able to help clients manage their risk seeking the best outcome with or without a trial. He doggedly pursues just and expedient resolutions on complicated legal matters. Zach has the experience to manage complex criminal and family law cases. Zach also has the experience helping his clients protect their liberties while navigating the complicated intersection of family law and criminal law matters.
An avid traveler and outdoors men, Zach worked for the Economic Section of the U.S. State Department in Moscow, Russia during the second George W. Bush administration, focusing on anti-piracy research and its pertinence to the Russia Federation's accession into the World Trade Organization. He then worked for the U.S. Forest Service and AmeriCorps in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
In his time away from the office, Zach can be found enjoying having a good meal with his family or friends or enjoying the Pacific Northwest's rain and occasional sunshine.
He holds dual degrees in Political Science and Russian from Florida State University, B.A., cum laude, and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Oregon School of Law.
Zach is a member of the Oregon State Bar, Washington State Bar, Multnomah County Bar Association, Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Oregon Association of Family Law Practitioners, and the Gus J. Solomon Inn of Court. Zach is an active member and subcommittee chairman of the Oregon New Lawyers Division. He is also the past Treasurer of the Malheur and Benton County Bar Associations.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
9 years
Divorce and Separation
50%
9 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
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Licensed in Washington for 8 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 12 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
McKean Smith LLC
1140 SW 11th Avenue, Suite 400, Portland, OR, 97205
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Posted by Barbara | October 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Be warned, this guy is incompetent!
We hired Mr. Walsh in a custody dispute, 10 days before trial he contacted my son and told him to get an attorney. He claimed he couldn't get a hold of him by phone or email, total lie! My son documented his calls to him, with no return communication, seems to be a pattern! The bar will be getting a...
Posted by Heather | October 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
You will be glad you hired him
I highly recommend Zach Walsh. He helped me win my divorce case and is very thorough. Great communication and follow through.
Posted by Jeff | September 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Hire Zach Walsh at your own peril
I paid Attorney Zach Walsh for a consultation in a merchant dispute, following which he told me I had a strong case for settlement or trial and agreed to represent me based upon his typical contingency arrangement. I should have known something was wrong as he immediately offloaded the case to his p...
Posted by Gustavo | August 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Helped my dad reinstate his driver's license!
Super helpful and friendly! He was very knowledge and really went out of his way to help my dad and was extremely patient with him as well, as there was a language barrier. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family. He really showed cared about our situation and that we were not just ano...
Posted by Kristi | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Someone in your corner
Zach Walsh is a phenomenal attorney. He has a wonderful team who, really took the time to understand my case and walked me through it step by step. I had tried to fight this on my own but was getting nowhere. Zach and his team really did save the day!
Zach Walsh's Lawyer Endorsements
"Zach is a talented attorney who takes great pride in zealously representing his clients. He is comfortable in the courtroom and provides good advice to his clients about the best strategy for their case."
"Zach is a go-getter who works hard for his clients in both family law and criminal defense matters. He is smart, reasonable, and respectful of his clients' financial resources."
"I endorse this lawyer. Worked with Zach At a former office. Extremely skilled litigator and trial attorney."
"Zach fights hard for his clients, and I'd recommend him for anyone needing a criminal defense attorney."
"Zach is smart and thoughtful whether defending a client against a crime or representing them in a family law matter. I endorse Zach."
"Zach is an excellent attorney with the right skills and personality to navigate clients through difficult situations either in family or criminal law. Further, he is an excellent advocate with great trial experience."
"Zach Walsh is prepared, knowledgeable and hardworking. He is an excellent advocate for his clients and he achieves great results. I endorse this attorney."
"Zach briefly opposed me in a high conflict custody matter. He was poised under difficult circumstances and took strong positions to benefit his client. He was a pleasure to work with on the case."
"I have known Zach since his days as a District Attorney. I highly recommend Zach based on his litigation skills in the courtroom. Zach is a diligent advocate."
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"Zach is my go-to Portland attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Zach and I were co-workers. He is a true professional with a calm, even demeanor and always does the best for his clients."
"Zach Walsh is diligent, knowledge, and an excellent trial attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking help with a legal issue."
"I attended law school with Zach. His diligence in the classroom has carried over to his career. He works hard and he clearly cares for his clients. He's an all-around professional."
"I've known Zach Walsh since law school, and over the years I've been able to witness his growth as a litigator and see him take on any challenge thrown his way. He's a tireless worker who can build strong working relationships with his clients and his colleagues."
"Zach was in many of my study groups and my Trial Practice class in law school. I knew he was smart and had a strong interest in prosecution, but I was blown away by how natural he was during our mock trials and how comfortable and effective he was in the courtroom. Now he has significant courtroom experience and has undoubtedly improved further. Zach is an excellent communicator and a really hard worker, I do not hesitate to endorse him."
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Experience
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, McKean Smith, LLC
2016 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Stahancyk, Kent & Hook, PC
2015 - 2016
Deputy District Attorney, Benton County District Attorney's Office
2013 - 2015
Deputy District Attorney, Malheur County District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2013
Certified Law Student, Multnomah County District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2012
Certified Law Student, Lane County District Attorney's Office
2011 - 2012
Intern, Oregon Department Of Justice Criminal Justice Division
Associations
2018 - Present
United State District Court, District Court of OregonMember
2017 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2016 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2016 - Present
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers DivisionChairman
2013 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2016 - 2016
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers DivisionLiason
2016 - 2016
Benton County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2013 - 2015
Malheur County Bar AssociationTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Assault
Not Guilty
State v. Felony Drunk Driver
Guilty
State v. Domestic Violence Offender
Guilty
Education
2013
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Florida State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Gus J. Solomon American Inn of Court
Chemical Test Evidence and Marijuana DUIIs
2018
Expungements CLE
Set Asides and Expungements
2015
Malheur County Crisis Intervention Training
Mental Health and Civil Commitments
Publications
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers