Joanna L Posey

Joanna L Posey

also known as Jo Posey

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Mediation, Family ... +5 more

11 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Suite 403, Portland, OR

About Joanna

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Mediation 20%

Jo's alternative dispute resolution services include acting as a neutral mediator, serving as a consulting attorney for clients in out of court mediation processes, and representing clients in the Collaborative divorce process.

20%
Family 5%

I help clients with a wide variety of family law issues, including high asset cases, uncontested divorces, adoption, prenuptial agreements, child and spousal support, custody and parenting time, restraining orders, and more.

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 15 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2010

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Posey Legal, PC

11 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Suite 403, Portland, OR, 97232

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Joanna L Posey's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Prenup - Helpful & Knowledgeable

Jo was so great to work with! I really enjoyed getting to work with Jo for my prenup. All of my questions and concerns were answered. My partners found her lawyer was difficult to work with, but Jo helped us coordinate the entire process. My partner wish she had worked with Jo. I would gladly work wi...th Jo again!

Posted by Megan | February 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic collaborative divorce lawyer

Jo was great to work with from start to finish. In the beginning, I had a million questions about divorce and especially collaborative divorce. She answered them all fully and patiently. As we were going through the divorce, she was very knowledgeable about prior judgments that helped bolster my case.... She and her team were able to handle the divorce in ways that made me most comfortable. Their professionalism and kindness made what I thought was going to be the worst time of my life and made it into something manageable.

Joanna Posey

Replied last September 27, 2022

Hi Megan! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. You were such a great client to work with, and I'm so happy to hear you had a positive experience. Cheers!

Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly Competent, Efficient, Professional, Caring

Attorney Jo Posey was recommended to me when my wife decided to file for divorce. I am very glad to have her as my advocate. Attorney Posey thoroughly explained the potential paths my divorce could take, and was realistic of how it would turn out. At the same time she was caring and sensitive to my t...houghts and emotions, listening intently to everything I needed to say whether is was grieving the end of my marriage or going through the different specifics of my case. Jo has extensive experience with divorce cases and it shows in how she handled my case. She accurately knew what would be a reasonable and fair settlement, so she was able to direct everything toward that end, saving me a lot of money. She also knew potential pitfalls and ways the other attorney could game the proceedings, and so she proactively made sure to protect me from those tactics. While divorces can be very costly, Jo was extremely efficient with her time -- be it writing documents, making phone calls, or discussing my case with me -- which made sure that my divorce didn't cost any more than it needed to. Invoices were thoroughly itemized so I knew how my money and her time was being spent. I highly recommend hiring Attorney Jo Posey for any legal issues regarding marriage, separation, or divorce.

Posted by Kathy | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce Attorney

I was looking for a female attorney that would be my advocate and help me through the difficult process of divorce after a domestic assault incident. Jo spent a lot of time with me during the consultation to learn about my case. She was very patient with me and listened, then provided very good recom...mendations and options. She was able to work amicably with my husband on a fair and timely divorce. There were complicated issues with retirement benefits and assets. Jo analyzed the documents i provided and was able to create a divorce agreement where both my now X-husband and I felt we were both treated fairly. It is an expensive process to go thru divorce, but I felt like my money was well spent to secure my future. I highly recommend Jo if you are looking for a kind, professional advocate. Also, everything is done electronically and the monthly bills are itemized with a lot of detail. I am 100% pleased with her services. Also, her assistant Cindy is a gem!

Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Divorce Lawyer - Honest and hard working

My divorce shouldn't have been complicated, but the lack of cooperation from the other side forced us to trial. Joanna was well prepared and knew the many details of our marriage, as well as the events leading up to trial. Joanna's knowledge of the law, experience and legal advice made a difficult ti...me much easier to navigate. She communicated in a timely and efficient manner, and her straight forward and honest approach helped keep my expectations realistic throughout the divorce. Divorce is extremely stressful and emotions run high especially when dealing with custody and parenting time. Joanna was compassionate and caring. I would strongly recommend Joanna to anyone needing a divorce lawyer.

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Joanna L Posey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sarah Bain

Family lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ms. Posey as an outstanding lawyer who can assess and handle any family law matter effectively. I worked with her for over two years and observed her ability to collaborate in many complicated divorce cases and family law matters. In addition to being able to facilitate and negotiate settlements outside of court, Ms. Posey is a tough litigator when necessary. Ms. Posey is knowledgeable, organized, well prepared, and understanding to the needs of her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Amanda Quatier

Family lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jo is a highly motivated and skilled attorney. She is exceptional at considering all of the angles of a particular case. She is very organized and professional and an understanding and helpful mentor."

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Nancy Retsinas

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joanna is terrific. She is a pleasure to have cases with because she keeps a positive attitude even when emotions run high. She offers her clients practical problem-solving options that work for everyone. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Lewis Landerholm

Family lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"What I love most about Joanna is her ability to get opposing parties to work together. She is excellent in mediation and also is an accomplished collaborative attorney. She has my highest recommendation."

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Jason Pierson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Triston Dallas

Family lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Tabitha Brincat

Family lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jo is a truly dedicated and compassionate attorney focused on helping families through divorce in a collaborative and non-hostile way. She has excellent attention to detail and always does her best work for every client. I highly recommend Joanna Posey if you desire an amicable dissolution with a strong advocate."

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Jack Dekovich

Family lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Co-worker

"Jo is a no nonsense attorney with a heart of gold and a real passion for the craft of law. It is an inspiration to work with Jo each day and I have the great privilege of learning from such a star in our industry. Jo has my absolute respect."

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Joel Fowlks

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jo is a fantastic lawyer and any person needing family law help would do good to contact her. She is somebody I often bounce ideas off of and her advice is always helpful."

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Gary Jewel

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer completely. Ms. Posey's position as a paralegal for our office while attending University of Memphis allowed her to gain enough experience and knowledge to decide to pursue a legal career. Extremely personable and thorough in gathering data and presenting it the best way possible, Ms. Posey was competent and professional in her position and was a premier addition to our legal staff and will prove herself over and over in the coming years as an outstanding attorney."

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David Sorek

Family lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Joanna is a knowledgeable, thorough and compassionate attorney. She puts her client's needs first. She is diligent, trustworthy, and a consummate professional."

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Benjamin Evans

Family lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Joanna and I have worked together on two cases. I have found her to be prompt, professional and reasonable. She zealously represents her clients while providing sound legal advice. I would not hesitate to recommend Joanna to a friend."

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Orion Nessly

Family lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Paschelke

Family lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star1, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 10% of Lawyers in the USA, Lawyers of DIstinction

2017

10 Best Female Attorney - Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Top 10% of Lawyers in the USA, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

10 Best Female Attorneys for Oregon, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

10 Best Under 40 Attorneys for Oregon, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for the state of Oregon, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 10 Family Law Attorneys for Oregon, American Jurist Institute

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Top Attorneys in North America, Who's Who Heritage Registry

2015

Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award Oregon, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Best Attorneys in America Lifetime Charter Membership Invitation, Rue Ratings Best Attorneys of America

2015

10 Best Attorneys for Oregon, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2008

Community Service Award, Lewis and Clark Law School

2008

Pro Bono Award, Lewis and Clark Law School

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Owner, Attorney, and Mediator, Posey Legal, PC

2017 - Present

Managing Attorney, Fischer Family Law, PC

2012 - 2017

Senior Associate, Landerholm Law Firm

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Law Office of Joanna L. Posey

Associations

2021 - Present

Oregon State Bar, House of Delegates

Delegate

2017 - Present

Oregon Association of Collaborative Professionals

Board of Directors

2017 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts

Member

2017 - Present

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (Oregon Chapter)

Member

2017 - Present

Bridges Collaborative Divorce Solutions

Member

2017 - Present

Clackamas County Bar Association

Member

2016 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Guardian Member

2016 - Present

Gus J. Solomon American Inn of Court

Member

2010 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2019

Oregon Association of Collaborative Professionals

President

2010 - 2012

Oregon Women Lawyers Association

Member

Education

N/A

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Memphis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Biannual Spring PED Meeting

Collaborative Law

2022

2022 Annual Convention

Elder Abuse: Current Resources to Protect Our Aging Population

2020

Family Law Society

Alternative Dispute Resolution Options in Family Law

2018

Basic Interdisciplinary Collaborative Law Training

Collaborative Practice

2017

Introduction to Collaborative Practice

Collaborative Practice

Publications

2020

Oregon State Bar Family Law Bar Book ADR in Oregon, Chapter 27, Collaborative Law

2016

Landerholm Law Blog A Brief Overview of Oregon Uncontested Divorce

2016

Landerholm Law Blog Equitable Distribution: Understanding the Division of Property in an Oregon Divorce

2016

Landerholm Law Blog An Overview of Oregon Spousal Support

2016

Landerholm Law Blog Expert Opinions: The Benefits of Multidisciplinary Collaborative Divorce Professionals

2016

Landerholm Law Blog 4 Detrimental Mistakes That Could Sabotage Your Child Custody Case

2016

Landerholm Law Blog Personal Divorce Readiness: 3 Areas in Which to Prepare Yourself

2016

Landerholm Law Blog 10 Important Facts You Should Know About Getting Divorced in Oregon

2016

Collaborative Divorce Blog COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE: THE BENEFITS OF NEUTRAL FINANCIAL EXPERTS

2016

Landerholm Law Blog Where are the Children During a Family Law Trial?

2016

Landerholm Law Blog What Every Divorced Parent Must Understand About Oregon Relocation Law

2016

Landerholm Law Blog “Stay Together for the Kids” and Six Other Misconceptions About Divorce

2016

Collaborative Divorce Blog DO IT FOR THE KIDS: 5 WAYS COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE BENEFITS YOUR CHILDREN

2016

Landerholm Law Blog Potential Grounds for Child Support Modifications

2015

Collaborative Divorce Blog WHY AVOID CONFLICT IN DIVORCE?

2015

Collaborative Divorce Blog A BRIEF HISTORY OF COLLABORATIVE LAW

2015

Landerholm Law Blog Infidelity and Divorce in Oregon

2015

2015

Collaborative Divorce Blog Four Tips for a Less Destructive Divorce

2015

2015

Landerholm Law Blog If Your Spouse Owns a Business, He or She May Attempt to Conceal Assets During Divorce. Here’s What to Know.

2015

Collaborative Divorce Blog How to Handle the Emotions of Divorce

2015

Landerholm Law Blog Oregon Restraining Orders Part 2: Stalking Protective Orders

2015

Landerholm Law Blog 5 Signs That a DIY Divorce Could be Right for You

2015

Collaborative Divorce Blog OUR ORIGINAL DIVORCE AGREEMENT DOESN’T WORK FOR US ANYMORE! NOW WHAT?

2015

Languages

English

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