Joel Geelan

Joel Geelan

also known as Owner & Managing Attorney - Hurley Re Law Group LLC

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 13 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bend, OR
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Estate Planning, Family

404 SW Mill View Way, Suite 200, Bend, OR

About Joel

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-325 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 13 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2012

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Location

Hurley Re Law Group LLC

404 SW Mill View Way, Suite 200, Bend, OR, 97702

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Joel Geelan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Outstanding Legal Services

I have had the privilege of having Joel Geelan as my attorney for nearly a decade, during which he has consistently provided outstanding legal services. Joel managed my complex divorce and parenting plan case with exceptional expertise and dedication. His approach was always thorough, methodical, and... aligned with my best interests, ensuring that every detail was meticulously handled. Joel’s extensive experience in family law, including divorce, custody, parenting time, child and spousal support, and high asset division, has been invaluable. He has a deep understanding of the law, coupled with genuine empathy and care for his clients, which truly sets him apart. His legal knowledge was particularly beneficial during my case, as he provided sound advice and demonstrated a clear commitment to the well-being of my children and me. Joel is an excellent communicator. He was always available to answer my questions and address my concerns promptly. His clear and concise communication ensured that our interactions were effective and that I was always well-informed about the progress of my case. Both Joel and his paralegal, Charleen Cram, maintained a high level of professionalism throughout our interactions. They were always respectful and handled all matters with the utmost professionalism. I am very satisfied with the outcomes of the cases Joel handled for me. He navigated the complexities of my case with ease and fought tirelessly for the best interests of my children, ultimately helping us reach a favorable agreement. Joel always prioritized my interests, listening to my wants and needs, providing realistic advice, and ensuring that the best interests of my children were paramount. His attentiveness and supportive presence, especially during court appearances, made me feel at ease. I have complete trust in Joel’s abilities and integrity. He has consistently demonstrated reliability and dependability over the years. Even when my parenting plan needed revisiting a few years after my divorce, he quickly stepped in to ensure my children's best interests were prioritized. Additionally, he connected us with essential community professionals who were vital to my family's well-being. The legal services provided by Joel were worth every penny. The value of his services was very high, given his dedication, expertise, and the positive outcomes he achieved. Joel’s empathy, care, knowledge, and professionalism have greatly contributed to our long-term professional relationship. His genuine concern for me as a person and his continued growth as a strong attorney make him an exceptional legal professional. I would highly recommend Joel Geelan to others. Over the nearly ten years I have worked with him, I have seen him grow into an even stronger attorney. He is kind, knowledgeable, and relentless in advocating for his clients. Anyone in need of a compassionate and skilled attorney would be fortunate to have him on their side.

Posted by Sam | February 01, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend

I highly recommend Joel. He’s calm, strategic, honest, straightforward, just (sees all sides), and very intelligent. He handled my complicated divorce (that involved young children) and trial with ease. I was in good hands. He definitely knows what he’s doing.

Posted by Tonya | December 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer!

I was referred to Joel's law office by a friend. My first impression of Joel was that he was a perfect fit to represent me in my divorce. Joel is very approachable and shows a personal interest. He helped me stay calm and he listened to my concerns. I was always kept up to date and I felt prepared an...d confident. He and his staff are very prompt and thorough. I would recommend Joel to my family and friends, knowing that they would be in good hands.

Posted by Josh | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Wonderful experience with Joel

Joel assisted my wife and I with estate planning following the birth of our second child. Having never been through the process, we had a lot of questions and needed a fair amount of guidance, and Joel provided all of it without condescension or making us feel rushed or uninformed. He patiently ans...wered all of our questions (even our dumber ones), was prompt and concise with his communication to us, and was patient with us in those few moments when we had to bring our young children to our meetings with him. I was very appreciative of all of Joel's hard work for us, but cannot stress how comfortable and stress-free he made us feel when dealing with matters that are inherently stressful. It was incredibly helpful and made the process infinitely smoother.

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

Mr. Geelan is an excellent lawyer who I would recommend and use again if the situation ever arose

I recently hired Mr. Geelan (Joel) for my recent divorce and child custody case. He did an excellent job. To be honest in the beginning I was a little worried because he looked so young when we met in person and I wasnt sure how knowledgeable he would be. Turns out I had absolutely nothing to worr...y about. He is extremely knowledgeable in all areas of family law and knows the process of a divorce case inside and out. He heard my desires for how I wanted the case to turn out and he was honest and didnt give you false hopes but did keep your desires in mind throughout the whole case. The other party turned difficult in the end but Joel handled it like a pro. He handled it with kid gloves when it was needed but was more "stern" when he had to be. I felt he truely cared about me and my family and nothing is better then that then actual "winning" and I felt he helped me accomplish that as well. I would highly recommend Joel to anyone who wants a knowledgeable, caring lawyer that truely will go to bat for you. Thank you Joel

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Joel Geelan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Newsom

Family lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse Joel's legal work."

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Adam Hanson

Unknown lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Morris

Family lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have personally observed Mr. Geelan's strong work ethic and unwavering advocacy on behalf of his clients. Mr. Geelan's background provides him with the experience and skills necessary to address his clients' needs. A strong indicator of an attorney’s ability is whether his/her professional colleagues would entrust their personal affairs in the attorney’s hands. Not every attorney is capable of earning such respect and trust. I would trust Mr. Geelan to handle my case, and that is why I eagerly endorse this attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Joel. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Fuller

Unknown lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joel Fowlks

Unknown lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joel does a great job for his clients. He has the respect of his peers and is very active in the legal community."

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Jeffrey Turnoy

Family lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Geelan is a very intelligent, resourceful, and dedicated attorney. He understands how to deal with tough legal issues and come up with sound solutions. I fully recommend Mr. Geelan for all of his practice areas."

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Elliot Yi

Family lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joel is a zealous advocate for his clients and well respected in the legal community."

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Young Walgenkim

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joel is committed attorney who thoroughly understands the needs of his clients."

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Taylor Kittell

Elder law lawyer

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Lauren Barnhart

Family lawyer

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Andrew Newsom

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Jessica Flint

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Mark Roberts

Family lawyer

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James Lutes

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Paige De Muniz

Family lawyer

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Shawn Menashe

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Adam Hanson

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Tiffany Jensen

Family lawyer

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Michael Fuller

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Joel Fowlks

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Erin Morris

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Owner & Managing Attorney, Hurley Re Law Group LLC

2018 - 2021

Owner / Partner, KG Law Group LLC

2015 - 2018

Associate Attorney, Gevurtz Menashe Larson & Howe, PC

2013 - 2015

Attorney, The Boaz Law Firm, PC

2012 - 2013

Associate Attorney, Proctor Law, PC

Associations

2017 - Present

Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners

Member

Oregon State Bar

Attorney Member

Washington County Bar Association

New Lawyers Division

Multnomah County Bar Association

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA)

Deschutes County Bar Association

Education

N/A

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Oregon State University

BS - Bachelor of Science Engineering

Languages

English

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