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Sarah M. Litowich
also known as Sarah M. Hays
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About Sarah
Biography
Sarah M. Litowich founded Litowich Law to provide family-centered legal counsel across family law, estate planning, probate, and protective proceedings. A lifelong Oregonian with ties from eastern Oregon to the Willamette Valley, she brings practical perspective and community-rooted values—hard work, honesty, and relationship-driven advocacy—to each matter. With a master’s degree in conflict resolution, Sarah prioritizes understanding people’s needs, distilling options, and guiding clients to durable, informed decisions. Her breadth of legal experience helps her address both the emotional and technical aspects of family legal challenges. Known for a compassionate, straightforward style, Sarah has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star annually since 2020.
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Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Oregon for 12 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
Other places you can find Sarah online.
Sarah M. Litowich's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
25 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Communication Style
Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Compassionate Family Lawyer who works for results.
Sarah worked hard to make clear expectations for us and for the case. She explained what might happen in each situation and how the law would affect the outcome. She helped provide a clear understanding of the best possible outcome in the case and continually re-focused us on the end goal, not the fl...
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Replied last May 25, 2019Thank you for sharing your experience! We work hard to our clients understand the process and it's nice to hear that effort pays off. Best to you and your family!
Posted by Joanna | May 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Stress free!
Divorce is already a stressful ordeal and the last thing anyone wants in this situation is more stress. Luckily, Sarah and Amy made the process as quick and simple as possible. Sarah was very attentive and understanding and made sure I understood the process in its entirety as well as explaining addi...
Sarah Litowich
Replied last May 25, 2019I love that this process was stress free for you and that we could help!
Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Child Custody
This was a custody case where the father left the kids in our care and never came back for them and hasn't provided any support for 2 years. This case was unusual because the mother lives in the Philippines and wouldn't give us her address for a long time and the father hid from everyone for about 9 ...
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Replied last June 26, 2018I am so glad I could help and that my electronic availability was convenient for you. Happy summer!
Posted by anonymous | July 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent, ethical & determined
I recently retained Sarah Litowich for a difficult custody issue. I was nervous, as I've never had to retain a lawyer for anything before. Sarah explained everything to me in a way that I could understand, and worked very hard on my behalf. She is thorough, always had my best interests in mind. She w...
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Replied last July 14, 2017I am so glad I could help you!
Posted by Matt | January 31, 2017
Knowledgeable, understanding and realistic.
Knowledgeable, understanding and realistic; These are the qualities I experienced during a recent consultation. Sarah is more than knowledgeable with the law and willing to discuss all options regarding your circumstance. She does this while being extremely understanding and providing a realistic for...
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Replied last January 31, 2017I am so glad I was able to serve you.
Sarah M. Litowich's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. In fact, I have referred cases to her after having a positive experience with her as opposing counsel."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"Ms. Hays consistently offers through, substantive and well reasoned answers on Avvo. I recommend her."
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"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!"
"Ms. Hays assisted my office in enforcing an out of state order. She was prompt, professional and very knowledgeable in handling of the case."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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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Experience
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 AssociationMember of the Board of Directors
2018 - Present
Solo and Small Firm Section of the Oregon State BarMember of the Board of Directors
2018 - Present
Willamette Valley American Inn of CourtMember
2017 - Present
Marion County Bar AssociationSocial Committee Member
2017 - Present
Oregon State Bar, House of DelegatesVoting Member
2017 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Solo and Small Firm SectionMember
2016 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2014 - 2016
Klamath County Bar AssociationVice President
2011 - 2016
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Circuit court decision affirmed without opinion.
Circuit court case affirmed without opinion
Circuit court case affirmed without opinion
Client acquitted of reckless driving.
Prevailing party
FAPA order dismissed
Dismissed
Education
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
MA - Masters
2009
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2013
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Sarah earned significant contribution points in 2017.
Legal Answers
What is a legal seperation?
06 Oct 2018
Can I get spousal support from my spouse during a separation?
07 Oct 2018
What is the process for getting parental rights terminated in abandoned child situations?
20 Jun 2018
Legal Guides
FAQs for 109.093 Restraining Orders in Divorce
14 Feb 2017
Administrative Modification of Child Support - an Overview
03 Feb 2017
Family Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA) Restraining Orders
25 Jan 2017