John S Woodworth

John S Woodworth

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Eugene, OR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family ... +3 more

888 West Park Street, Second Floor, Eugene, OR

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

Dissolution of marriage, property divisions, custody, parenting time, child support, and collateral issues such as restraining orders and criminal defense.

27 years

35%
Child Custody 30%

Dissolution of marriage, property divisions, custody, parenting time, child support, and collateral issues such as restraining orders and criminal defense.

27 years

30%
Family 20%

Dissolution of marriage, property divisions, custody, parenting time, child support, and collateral issues such as restraining orders and criminal defense.

27 years

20%
Criminal Defense 5%

State and municipal courts, including traffic violations and collateral and quasi-criminal matters involving FAPA, EPPDA, and Stalking protective/restraining orders.

30 years

5%
Employment and Labor 5%

Unemployment Benefits

22 years

5%
Real Estate 5%

Real estate litigation, including misrepresentation on sale, boundary line disputes, water runoff issues, and easements.

30 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 425-425 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 29 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

John S. Woodworth, Attorney

888 West Park Street, Second Floor, Eugene, OR, 97401

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John S Woodworth's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 62 reviews

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

BEST lawyer

I contacted John about an issue with my landlords. They were trying to keep my security deposit and continue to charge me rent after I had moved out of their property. I also had many issues with them prior to moving out. He was very attentive during the consultation and answered any/every question I... had. After our consultation I hired him for my case. He responded to all of my emails in-depth and in a timely manner. He gave me a variety of possible routes to take to come to a solution. I decided to start with a demand letter and that’s all I needed. Not only did he win the case, he got me more than I originally asked of him when I first came to him. He is very professional and clearly takes his job seriously. It is also clear that he is passionate about what he does. If I ever need a lawyer again, I will no doubt be coming back to him. I would recommend him to anyone. I couldn’t be more happy with the outcome of the case!

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

BEST attorney in this area!

I contacted John about alleged criminal case pending against me that I was not guilty of. John took all the details and formulated a defense that was rock solid. Before we could even go to court the case was dismissed. He is ontop of the facts and will really go to bat swinging home runs- one after a...nother. He knows the law. He will fight for what is right. He will go above and beyond for his clients. Very reasonable and honorable man to deal with. Would hire again in a heartbeat if the need arises.

Posted by Aaron | August 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Attorney

I was having a dispute with my landlords decision to keep all my security deposit plus charge me more. I presented my case to Mr. Woodworth and he agreed I had a justified case. He gave me multiple solutions to resolve the matter which some didn't involve using him which would be cheaper. I decided t...o hire Mr. Woodworth and he discovered additional grievances I didn't realize I was entitled to. He sent a very articulated Demand Letter and I ended up getting all my money back and then some plus attorney fees covered. I would highly recommend using Mr. Woodworth. He is very professional and gets results!

Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best

I would give this man 6 stars if I could, for bringing my dearly beloved child back home after so much trauma and grief. John is the most competent attorney I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. My family attorney friend told me he was taking leave. I called John because my friend said, “I’ve g...one up against him, and he’s really good, very professional.” He’s all of that and more. He immediately put me at ease. He plainly laid out what my situation was, and what our next steps would look like. Everything seemed insurmountable without him, but really simple after spending just a little bit of time with him. He was real and down to business. He’s professionalism exceeds anything I ever see, ever. He was timely, efficient, and highly effective. Every move he made put us ten steps ahead. He seemed so passionate and knowledgeable about my case, but I know he absorbed all the information he needed quickly before every hearing. I got the impression that he was equally devoted to any case, big or small, and was able to quickly work out an individualized game plan from one case to the next. You can see him mentally taking big leaps and strides in mere blips of time. John broke down monetary needs into pieces I could work with. He’s not the most inexpensive attorney by a long shot, but you’ll get ten times what you paid for. You could get one tenth of the representation he offered, and end up paying the same amount anyway, because he’s so quick witted, and effectively manages time so well. I have John to thank for my peace. I don’t know what I would do or where I would be without him. It’s a good thing he was paid to do this, because what he did for me was priceless. I hope I never need his services again, but if I do, I know I can rely on his fierce advocacy, his impressive knowledge of family law, and his unwavering commitment to the best interests of children.

Posted by Kayla | June 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Excellent!

Mr. Woodworth took on my custody case with very short notice. He gave me excellent advice and helped me properly deal with each step in order to ensure the best outcome for my case. He kept my son's best interest as the main focus throughout negotiations, depositions, and trial. Mr. Woodworth's exten...sive knowledge of the law and trial process not only helped me prepare for what was to come, but also helped me understand how to navigate the issues in a way that represented my child's best interest. His communications were always clear, timely, and accurate. I would highly recommend Mr. Woodworth's services. I have consulted and hired several other attorneys to represent me through this long, drawn out process, and John has finally been able to bring resolution to what felt like a never ending battle. I am so thankful for his services and plan on hiring his again for any future legal needs.

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John S Woodworth's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Vergamini

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Woodworth on many different occasions over the last decade. He is a formidable trial attorney; he relentlessly pursues the case on behalf of the client and he gets excellent results. I would refer a family member to him."

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Lance Quaranto

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Woodworth is a very talented lawyer who is passionate about the law and brings a wealth of knowledge and professionalism to the community."

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Kent Anderson

Litigation lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"John is a skilled and experienced litigator. He doesn't waste time and focuses like a laser on the most important issues. This is a very good lawyer!"

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Andrew Coit

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kyle Edmonds

Unknown lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an excellent attorney. He is an honest, diligent, knowledgeable, and effective attorney, who cares about what happens to his clients I have known John for the better part of a decade. He is on a very short list of attorneys to whom I refer prospective clients. Should the need arise, I would not hesitate to refer either my personal friends, or my own family to John."

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Jesse London

Litigation lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is one of the most knowledgeable lawyers in the community with close attention to detail. John approaches each case with genuine care for his clients needs. At the same time that he fights hard for his clients, he applies his experience and formidable trial skills using a practical approach. I highly recommend John."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2024

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2023

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client's Choice, AVVO

2021

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2020

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2018

Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®

2017

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2017

Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®

2016

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2015

Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®

2014

Peer Reviewed, Martindale-Hubbell®

2014

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, John S. Woodworth

2014 - 2019

Prosecutor, City of Cottage Grove

2013 - 2016

Prosecutor, City of Florence

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Vincent & Woodworth, PC

2005 - 2005

Attorney, Vincent, Victor & Evans, LLP

1997 - 1998

Attorney, McPherson, Gintner, Gordon & Diaz

1995 - 1996

UO Law School Student Representative, Westlaw

Associations

1998 - Present

United States District Court for the District of Oregon

Member

1996 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Lifetime Member

Education

2013

Community Mediation Services

Certificate

2013

Community Mediation Services

Certificate

1996

University of Oregon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Iowa State University

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

1987

Cottage Grove High School

High School Diploma

Languages

English

Activity

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