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Lisa Ward is a family law attorney and mediator with over a decade of experience, including partnership at one of the largest family law firms in the Pacific Northwest. She now offers a fully remote, exclusively out-of-court practice serving clients throughout Washington and Oregon.
Lisa focuses on helping families resolve legal issues with clarity, creativity, and purpose. She believes the best outcomes happen when people are empowered with the right information—and the right process. Her services include Collaborative Divorce, mediation, legal consulting, unbundled representation, and strategic support for clients involved in litigation who do not require full-scope representation.
Rather than following a one-size-fits-all model, Lisa takes time to understand the underlying dynamics at play in each client’s situation—legal, emotional, and financial. She supports clients in identifying their priorities and shaping an approach that honors their unique situation. Whether someone needs step-by-step guidance, targeted legal advice, or help assembling a supportive team, Lisa offers a thoughtful, flexible path forward tailored to each individual's specific needs and goals.
Lisa integrates strong legal acumen with training in trauma-informed methods and somatic awareness, offering steady, skilled guidance through even the most complex matters. As a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), she is recognized nationally for her excellence, ethics, and experience in resolving family law matters with professionalism and care.
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Chat withState: Oregon
Acquired: 2019
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2014
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P.O. Box 94, Sisters, OR, 97759
52 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Sandi | June 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce settlement
I have just settled a litigation for a 44yr old marriage with Lisa representing me. The divorce was difficult on many levels. Opposing counsel was uncooperative and vengeful. Lisa kept my spirit up in many confrontations with the other spouse. Her brilliant performance, wielding her litigation skill...
Posted by Polina | May 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Service and Communication
Lisa helped me with the motion to enforce my divorce decree. My ex-husband left my name on the mortgage after the divorce and was refusing to re-finance. Lisa was very supportive, compassionate but also extremely professional, fast in finding out all the information needed, clearly communicating the ...
Posted by anonymous | May 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgable and Prompt
Lisa Ward worked on my case, quickly and efficiently. I had a tight last minute deadline, and within 2 weeks of inquiring into her services she had my paperwork filed with the courts. I am extremely grateful of her availability to get this case done so promptly, and her knowledge of what we needed to...
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Kelly Moore
Lisa Ward has been my legal representation during my mediation and divorce. I feel she has done an excellent job. This has been the hardest thing I have ever endured. She has made the legal part of the equation predictable and understandable. She has been a good steward of my resources and has do...
Posted by anonymous | November 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Amazing lawyer and highly recommended
I highly recommend Lisa Ward. I hired her to help with my parenting plan and for child support. She's very professional, personable, and eased my anxieties in what was a very emotional case. She explained every option that was available to me and responded quickly to my concerns. I appreciate he...
"Lisa is a knowledgeable and effective attorney who sincerely cares about her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is a tenacious lawyer who works hard for her clients and makes sure their interests are heard."
"I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is a wealth of knowledge for her clients, a hard worker, and committed advocate."
"Lisa is an excellent attorney who cares about her clients, knows the law, and is a great advocate!"
"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. Lisa is an excellent family law attorney who really works hard for her clients. I've been impressed by everything I've seen her do."
"I have had several family law matters with Lisa. She is a very strong advocate for her clients and was always professional and fair with her work. I endorse this lawyer."
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2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
The One To Watch, Best Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, Clark County Bar Association
2023 - Present
Founder, Kindred
2022 - 2023
Partner, McKinley Irvin
2017 - 2022
Attorney, McKinley Irvin
2015 - 2017
Member Attorney, Navigate Law Group
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Olson Law, PLLC
2014 - 2014
Associate, Arwood Law
2012 - 2014
Law Clerk, Law Office of Crystal Eller
2011 - 2011
Intern, Jagori Women's Resource Centre
2011 - 2011
Clerk, Eighth Judicial District Court Of Nevada
2025 - Present
Oregon Association of Collaborative ProfessionalsPresident
2025 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2022 - Present
Clark County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2020 - Present
Oregon State Bar AssociationMember
2018 - Present
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law SectionExecutive Committee Member
2023 - 2025
Oregon Association of Collaborative ProfessionalsVice-President
2016 - 2016
Clark County Bar Association, Family Law SectionTreasurer
2016 - 2018
Clark County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2016 - 2016
Clark County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionVice President
2016 - 2017
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsBoard Member
2014 - 2014
Clark County Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionVice President
2014 - 2017
Community Mediation ServicesVolunteer
2011 - 2011
Nevada Immigration Resource ProjectVolunteer
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
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LL.M - Master of Laws
2023
2020
The Intersection of Law and Technology
2019
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2019
2018
2018
2016
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English