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Lisa Marie Ward
About Lisa
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Family
100%
11 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Oregon for 6 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 11 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Kindred Collaborative Law & Mediation
P.O. Box 94, Sisters, OR, 97759
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Posted by Marie | April 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Lisa is the BEST
Lisa Ward is simply the best and I believed God brought us together in the manner she handled my case. She is such a professional and took the time needed to explain the process and always promptly respond to my questions, concerns, emails, and very reassuring. She is very knowledgeable about what s...
Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Care, compassion, and dedication
I would highly recommend Lisa Ward if you are in need of a divorce attorney who truly cares about her clients. She is compassionate to your needs, listens to your concerns, and is dedicated to working hard to build a case that represents a fair, well researched, and thought out result. Lisa is wonder...
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
So Helpful
Thank you Lisa for all your help and direction with my divorce. You made process easier and I appreciated your communication and clear direction.
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 Lori | March 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Made an agreement on payment that she couldn't do
Hired her for a set fee to get my original petition for divorce filled out and ready to be filed. Got a bill for $800 more after paperwork was done. Billing department said that she could not make that agreement with me so I owed $800 more. That seemed like an issue between billing and the lawyer. H...
Lisa Ward
Replied last March 06, 2020Hi Lori, I’m sorry to hear about your billing frustrations and am disheartened to read your review given the excellent results obtained in your case. Client service is top priority at our firm, and we’d like to learn more about your experience and perspective. Please contact our Director of Client Services, David, at 206-625-6900 to discuss. Best, Lisa
Lisa Marie Ward's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lisa is a knowledgeable and effective attorney who sincerely cares about her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
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"Lisa is an excellent attorney who cares about her clients, knows the law, and is a great advocate!"
"Lisa is reasonable and practical while advocating for her clients. I endorse Lisa."
"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."
"Lisa Ward is a dedicated attorney who works hard for her clients each and every day."
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"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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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
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
Associations
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
Education
N/A
University of Nevada Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Reed College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
University of Kent
LL.M - Master of Laws
Speaking Engagements
2023
Washington State Bar Association Family Law Midyear
Weaponized Decision Making: How to Spot it and What to Do About it
2020
Washington State Bar Association Family Law Midyear
The Intersection of Law and Technology
2019
Washington State Bar Association Family Law Skills Training Institute
Opening the Case File
Publications
2022
Washington Family Law Deskbook
Parenting Plans
2019
Clark County Bar Association Newsletter
Never the Less She Persisted: The Making of Marlene Hansen, Esq.”
2018
Clark County Bar Association
The End of Liberty
2018
Clark County Bar Association
Clark County Women Family Law Attorneys Take on the Rapids
2016
Clark County Bar Association
Young Lawyers Section
Languages
French
English