Sarah M. Litowich

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Sarah M. Litowich

also known as Sarah M. Hays

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 11 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Salem, OR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Adoption ... +2 more

925 Commercial St. SE, Suite 200, Salem, OR

Virtual Consultation Available

About Sarah

Biography

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Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Adoption 20%

20%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Estate Planning 20%

20%
Family 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2014
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2017 2015 2014

Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 11 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Sarah Litowich

925 Commercial St. SE, Suite 200, Salem, OR, 97302

litowichlaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Sarah online.

Sarah M. Litowich's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

5 star (24)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Amanda | December 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest, fair, and achieved every desired result

I hired Sarah to handle a child support modification in a very contentious divorce. I felt at a disadvantage against my ex's deep bench of attorneys and bully tactics. Sarah expertly removed both clients personal issues and focused on successfully negotiating a fair modification. I believe everyone w...alked away satisfied which I never thought was possible. She is very knowledgeable of the law and was not deterred by the complexity of my case. Sarah was honest, fair, and achieved every desired result. I would highly recommend Sarah and her team for any family law matter.

Posted by Janice | May 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional, knowledgeable, and know how to get it done!

I feel so lucky! I've heard horror stories of people's divorces and dealing with their lawyers so was super apprehensive about hiring anyone. However, I contacted Litowich Law and spoke to Zachary and felt like it would be a good fit. He listened to me. He understood what I wanted and how I wanted th...is to happen as far as the tone of the divorce process. He may have disagreed with me on some issues, but we talked about them and he would explain the legalities of the issues, and we would come to an agreement. He was so supportive and real and very patient. Everyone was very professional and helpful. I never thought I would be in this situation but it was good to know Zach had my back!

Posted by Jessica | February 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and Caring

I feel very fortunate to have found Sarah Litowich during a very trying time in my life. She represented me in a professional and classy manner. It would be far too easy for an attorney to focus solely on legal issues but that is where Sarah is different. She took the time to listen and evaluate how ...these issues were impacting my life. She helped me make decisions I feel good about and was able to obtain the resolution I was hoping for. A perfect combination of professionalism and compassion is a rare gem to find.

Sarah Litowich

Replied last February 12, 2021

Thank you so much for these kind words. :) We are grateful that we were able to assist you and that you feel empowered by the decisions you made.

Posted by Jane | June 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Smart, savvy, articulate, and kind legal representation

Ms. Sarah Litowich agreed to take on my case when my previous attorney couldn’t complete my legal work in an efficient or timely manner. Sarah met with me, carefully reviewed my situation, and with the assistance of her excellent paralegal, Amy, drafted and filed the necessary legal documents to ...move my case forward to a very satisfactory conclusion. She was kind and professional throughout the process, patiently and clearly explaining legal concepts. Sarah respected my intelligence and treated me as an equal partner in my proceedings. I especially appreciated that Sarah understood that my divorce case was relatively straightforward and congenial. She didn’t stir up drama but rather found the right balance in defending my interests while still working effectively and collaboratively with the opposing attorney. That said, I would also trust Sarah to be my advocate in a more contentious case because she is strong, smart, savvy, and articulate. In short, Ms. Sarah Litowich is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend her.

Sarah Litowich

Replied last June 4, 2019

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to assist you and for your kind words. Best wishes for you in this new phase of your life!

Posted by Laura | April 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce, child custody, etc.

Thank you so much for all you did for me! You were always so well-prepared, professional and timely with everything! You explained everything logically while also listening to my emotional outpouring! Thank you so very much!

Sarah Litowich

Replied last May 25, 2019

It was our pleasure to assist you!

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Sarah M. Litowich's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Saucy

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. In fact, I have referred cases to her after having a positive experience with her as opposing counsel."

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Laura Fine

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I heartily endorse attorney Sarah Litowich. I have known her for years and I supervised her work while she was in law school. She is an excellent attorney both working with the law and working with clients. She always goes the extra mile for the people she works for."

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Anna Sammons

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I handled the criminal side of a case and referred my client to Sarah for the family law side. I found her to be very knowledgeable, hard-working, and emotionally intelligent. My client was, likewise, deeply impressed with her. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Zachary Gottlieb

Unknown lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Sarah is an incredibly compassionate, patient, and caring lawyer. Working with Litowich Law is both an honor and a privilege. She is highly recommended by the legal community and it is easy to see why. A+ lawyer."

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Jonathan Bacsalmasi

Family lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Sarah since I began practicing law and have found her to be very hard working and dedicated to obtaining the best results for her clients."

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Ryan Johnson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sarah is dedicated to her clients and works hard for them. She is passionate about her work and a positive influence on the legal community."

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Mika Blain

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sarah is an effective and intelligent advocate and a great asset to our legal profession. For aggressive and passionate representation, Sarah Hays is your attorney."

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Ryan Jensen

Unknown lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Wilson

Unknown lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Sarah for over 5 years now and I know her to be extremely intelligent and hardworking. She is a passionate advocate and a great attorney."

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Jon Friedman

Litigation lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Other

"Ms. Hays consistently offers through, substantive and well reasoned answers on Avvo. I recommend her."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordon Huppert

Unknown lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Other

"I highly endorse this attorney, they are a well respected member of the legal community and always give 110% to their clients cases, if you are looking for excellent representation, then look no further!"

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Tristan Bullington

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms. Hays assisted my office in enforcing an out of state order. She was prompt, professional and very knowledgeable in handling of the case."

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Gina Famularo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Katherine Denning

Adoption lawyer

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Jonathan Bacsalmasi

Estate planning lawyer

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Zachary Gottlieb

Family lawyer

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Mika Blain

Litigation lawyer

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Shannon Snow

Family lawyer

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Erin Zemper

Litigation lawyer

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Ryan Johnson

Family lawyer

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John Case

Family lawyer

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Milan Castillo

Family lawyer

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Robert McCann

Alimony lawyer

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Kevin Parks

Unknown lawyer

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Andrew Wilson

Unknown lawyer

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Gregory Abbott

Unknown lawyer

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Robert Mauger

Unknown lawyer

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Jon Friedman

Unknown lawyer

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Jordon Huppert

Unknown lawyer

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Bryan Boender

Unknown lawyer

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Nathan Ratliff

Unknown lawyer

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Evelyn Oldenkamp

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top Contributor, AVVO

2014

Top Contributor, AVVO

2014

Clients' Choice, AVVO

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Managing Attorney, Litowich Law, P.C.

2016 - 2017

Attorney, Kristin LaMont, Attorney at Law, P.C.

2014 - 2016

Attorney, Parks and Ratliff, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Legal Assistant, Law Office of Rebecca Whitney Smith

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk, Laura Fine Moro, P.C.

2011 - 2013

Law Clerk, ASUO Legal Services

Associations

2018 - Present

Marion County Bar Association

Member of the Board of Directors

2018 - Present

Solo and Small Firm Section of the Oregon State Bar

Member of the Board of Directors

2018 - Present

Willamette Valley American Inn of Court

Member

2017 - Present

Marion County Bar Association

Social Committee Member

2017 - Present

Oregon State Bar, House of Delegates

Voting Member

2017 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Solo and Small Firm Section

Member

2016 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2014 - 2016

Klamath County Bar Association

Vice President

2011 - 2016

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

A155534 Waldrip Bros. Co. v. Waldrip

Circuit court decision affirmed without opinion.

A155536 Waldrip Estates v. Waldrip

Circuit court case affirmed without opinion

A155535 Waldrip v. Waldrip

Circuit court case affirmed without opinion

State v. S

Client acquitted of reckless driving.

JV v. CV

Prevailing party

Contested FAPA Order

FAPA order dismissed

State v. IP

Dismissed

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Education

2013

University of Oregon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

University of Oregon

MA - Masters

2009

University of Oregon

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

Oregon State Bar Investigatory Stops and Frisks, Criminal Law

Activity

Top Contributor

Sarah earned significant contribution points in 2017.

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