Elizabeth Carle

Elizabeth Carle

4.4
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 35 years

Family Lawyer at Corvallis, OR
Practice Areas: Family

555 NW 5th Street, Corvallis, OR

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 35 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1990

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

The Reynolds Law Firm

555 NW 5th Street, Corvallis, OR, 97330

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Elizabeth Carle's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Matt | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Filed an Oregon State Bar complaint.

My opinion is that Liz Carle of Reynolds Law Firm in Corvallis, Oregon focused the overwhelming bulk of her efforts on a doomed divorce trial, versus advising to negotiate and settle (a more realistic option due to economic and other constraints she'd known well in advance of withdrawal). $23,000... in ~2.5 months…then she quit in third month – with 1 day notice and citing reasons I disputed to Oregon State Bar, along with other complaints. I have nothing to show for this work, because it was virtually all towards a divorce trial. Divorce temporary orders were settled by the Court; so it was all a waste of time, energy, and funds. I had to attend a recent status check with no representation, and the judge just set another status check for 2 months. So divorce is far from over. Reynolds Law Firm refused to acknowledge error on their part but did erase my outstanding balance when I complained I felt my attorney’s actions were negligent and left me in a worse position than I started. I can’t get back the time, nor $9,300 paid already. I needed a Corvallis attorney wise enough to help me figure out a course of action that works for my situation. I didn't get that at all, and now I am too broke to get another lawyer, meanwhile my spouse's attorney's bill is higher than needed, too. The above is my opinion based on my experience. I strongly recommend to keep looking if you are in need of someone who can help you.

Elizabeth Carle

Replied last June 21, 2018

I will not publicly comment on a case in a manner that could hurt a former client, but here are some things that people should know about me. I am hardworking, well-prepared, and do not cut corners. I always try to settle cases. Sometimes the other party or attorney refuse to participate in settlement negotiations, and in those cases there is no choice but to go to trial. Attorney-client relationships work best when clients and attorneys are honest with each other. Knowing all of the facts of a case upfront (with accurate documentation where it exists) impacts strategy and decisions about how to proceed. There are several factors that can drive up the costs in a case but I also work hard with my clients to advise them if I believe they are wasting my time or their funds by pursing fruitless efforts. I try to encourage efficiency and remind them how not to waste their money with me by repeating themselves or using me for an emotional release. I am honest and straightforward with clients. I always listen to my clients with high regard for their priorities. We talk about options, both in terms of risk/benefit analysis, but also in terms of cost. Clients decide how to proceed in the case. So long as their choices are ethical, will not directly harm the case, and won't hurt their children, I will follow the client's wishes.

Posted by Marty | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Excellent attorney ~ would highly recommend

Liz Carle represented my husband and I in a difficult and highly charged situation. She provided excellent council, guided us through the tough decisions, was available whenever we needed her but did not spend unnecessary time. I particularly appreciated Ms. Carle's warmth and authenticity. It made ...a painful situation, tolerable and I knew we were in good hands and being well taken care of! I'd definitely recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer!

Liz is a great lawyer, very professional and highly knowledgeable. She helped get me through a very difficult divorce. Her support, compassion and guidance was amazing to me emotionally and it helped me tremendously financially. It’s obvious to me that she has years of experience in family law an...d I would highly recommend her to anyone needing legal help in this area.

Posted by Karalee | September 09, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Custody/ Child Protection

Liz was an amazing lawyer, and really set the precedence for my future hearings regarding this case. She was very thorough and it showed in her winning the case for me and the orders set by the judge. If you want someone who will think of everything and protect your child the best they can, then hire... Liz.

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Elizabeth Carle's Lawyer Endorsements

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Erin Duncan

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I often seek Liz's guidance on family law matters because of the breadth of her experience and her client-centered ethic. I endorse her work."

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Hubert Duvall

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known this fellow Oregon lawyer for a considerable time. She is hardworking, ethical and dedicated to her clients. I give her my wholehearted endorsement."

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Lorena Reynolds

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Elizabeth Crawford

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Erin Duncan

Family lawyer

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Hubert Duvall

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lorena Reynolds

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, The Reynolds Law Firm, PC

2003 - 2012

Prosecuting Attorney, Eugene City Prosecutor's Office

1991 - 2002

Deputy District Attorney, Benton County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Oregon Lottery Commission

Board of Commissioners

2012 - Present

Linn-Benton Bar Association

2012 - Present

Linn-Benton Community College Board of Trustees

2009 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section

1990 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2012 - 2013

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1990

University of Oregon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of California - San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1985

La Trobe University

Languages

English

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