I have practiced Domestic Relations (Family) Law in Oregon since 1998. My area of specialty is (Qualified) Domestic Relations Orders, and related matters concerning division of retirement benefits in divorce/legal separation. The best time to contact me is BEFORE you negotiate the property settlement or try the case.
Practice areas
Stacey has specialized in family law for over 16 years. Her areas of particular expertise are preparation of court orders dividing retirement benefits ('QDRO’s')
24 years
Stacey earned her Doctor of Jurisprudence and her Estate Planning Program Statement of Completion from the Univ. of Oregon in 1998. Stacey was active in the Eugene Estate Planning Council from 2000-2004
24 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OR | Active | 1998 | 05/15/2022 |
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Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Spinner Law Group (formerly Spinner & Schrank) | 1998 - 2017 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Academy of Family Law Attorneys | Top 10 Oregon Family Law Attys (2018) | 2018 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Family Law Section of the Oregon State Bar Annual Conference (2015 & 2016) | QDROphenia: The Who, what, when, where & how of QDROs: Indispensable Basics for Divorce Practitioners - Case Inception to General Judgment | 2015 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Oregon School of Law | J.D. | 1998 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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2016 Annual Conference | QDROphenia | 2016 |
2015 Annual Conference | QDROphenia | 2015 |
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Appellate Attorney for Respondent | My client prevailed |
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Lawrence Gorin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 28, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked and collaborated with Stacey Smith on number cases involving QDROs (division of pension and retirement interests incident to dissolution of marriage). She is extremely knowledgeable and conversant with all aspects QDRO law and family law in general. Her professionalism and expertise has been of great benefit and guidance to the lawyers throughout the state through her published written materials and presentations at CLE Famly Law conferences. For lawyers and litigants up and down the Willamette Valley, Stacey Smith is the "go to" person whenever a QDRO is needed.
Kim Covington, Family Attorney on Mar 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stacey Smith is a dedicated lawyer who will zealously advocate for her clients' legal positions. She is friendly, outgoing and committed to handling all client matters in a professional, timely manner. I recommend Stacey Smith for clients who need family law and or estate planning assistance.
Lawrence Gorin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 28, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked and collaborated with Stacey Smith on number cases involving QDROs (division of pension and retirement interests incident to dissolution of marriage). She is extremely knowledgeable and conversant with all aspects QDRO law and family law in general. Her professionalism and expertise has been of great benefit and guidance to the lawyers throughout the state through her published written materials and presentations at CLE Famly Law conferences. For lawyers and litigants up and down the Willamette Valley, Stacey Smith is the "go to" person whenever a QDRO is needed.
Kim Covington, Family Attorney on Mar 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stacey Smith is a dedicated lawyer who will zealously advocate for her clients' legal positions. She is friendly, outgoing and committed to handling all client matters in a professional, timely manner. I recommend Stacey Smith for clients who need family law and or estate planning assistance.
Edward Fu, Family Attorney on Jan 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stacey is extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. I highly recommend her!
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