Jeff is passionate about providing peace of mind for his clients through comprehensive estate planning and peaceful dispute resolution. Jeff believes that these tools can enhance personal security, family ties, and make communities healthy. In addition to his significant estate planning practice, Jeff provides assistance to clients via mediation, collaborative divorce, and estate administration. He is also familiar with guardianships and adoption law. For those who choose to navigate the court system on their own, Jeff provides advice on legal strategy and drafts documents. His focus is always on walking clients through legal procedure and options, thoughtful planning for the future, and healthy problem solving so that family relationships are strengthened, not destroyed.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2013 | 05/07/2022 |
OR | Pro Bono - Active | 2007 | 06/12/2022 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Certificate of Appreciation & Merit | Oregon Law Center | 2014 |
Advocacy and Dispute Resolution Certificate | Chapman University School of Law | 2006 |
Public Interest Law Foundation Grant | Chapman University School of Law | 2005 |
Mediation Certificate | Chapman University School of Law | 2005 |
1st Place - National Animal Advocacy Competition | National Center for Animal Law | 2005 |
Marjorie Day Trial Advocacy Scholarship | Chapman University School of Law | 2005 |
Public Interest Law Foundation Grant | Chapman University School of Law | 2004 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Legal Director | Three Rivers Law Center | 2013 - Present |
Volunteer Attorney | Cowlitz Wahkiakum Legal Aid | 2013 - Present |
Volunteer Attorney | Oregon Law Center | 2012 - 2014 |
Attorney Fellow | Lewis & Clark Law School | 2007 - 2008 |
Associate Attorney | The Law Office of Jeff Kurt Petersen | 2007 - 2013 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Big Leaf Montessori School | Board of Directors | 2015 - Present |
Rotary Club of Kelso | Member | 2015 - Present |
Cowlitz County Family Law Bar | Member | 2014 - Present |
Washington Mediation Association | Certifed Member | 2014 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
Cowlitz Wahkiakum County Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Wealth Counsel | Member | 2013 - Present |
Kelso-Longview Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2013 - Present |
Oregon State Bar | Member | 2007 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
Oregon State Bar, Animal Law Section | Board Member | 2007 - 2008 |
Multnomah Bar Association | Member | 2007 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Valley Bugler | Estate Administration Nightmares | 2014 |
Valley Bugler | Father's Day Advice for New Dads | 2014 |
Valley Bugler | Your Ownership Interest: Another Type of Home Improvement | 2014 |
Valley Bugler | The Luck of the Irish | 2014 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of California - Santa Barbara | BA - Bachelor of Arts | N/A |
Chapman University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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AM1400 KEDO Kelso-Longview Chamber of Commerce Radio Show | Mediation & Estate Planning | 2015 |
AM1400 KEDO Kelso-Longview Chamber of Commerce radio show | Mediation & Estate Planning | 2014 |
AM1400 KEDO Kelso-Longview Chamber of Commerce Radio Show | Mediation | 2013 |
Guest Speaker in Animal Law | Animal Law in Private Practice | 2010 |
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Paula Walker, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 1, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff's calm, direct style puts people immediately at ease. It is clear that he is knowledgeable and ready to support you with your goals for your estate planning, your future. Jeff's integrity precedes him in every action. I highly endorse Jeff.
Tierra Busby, Juvenile law Attorney on Oct 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff provides a caring heart and grounded legal direction to children and adults involved with the court system in our community. He is dependable and practices with integrity. I endorse this lawyer.
Paula Walker, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 1, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff's calm, direct style puts people immediately at ease. It is clear that he is knowledgeable and ready to support you with your goals for your estate planning, your future. Jeff's integrity precedes him in every action. I highly endorse Jeff.
Tierra Busby, Juvenile law Attorney on Oct 27, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jeff provides a caring heart and grounded legal direction to children and adults involved with the court system in our community. He is dependable and practices with integrity. I endorse this lawyer.
Meredith Long, Unknown Attorney on Oct 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Petersen is well-known and well-liked in this community. I would happily recommend him to anyone looking for help with estate planning, divorce and separation, adoption, or guardianship issues. Jeff has the experience to get the job done right and he really cares about his clients.
Shadan Kapri, Family Attorney on Sep 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Adam Karp, Litigation Attorney on Aug 24, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Hard to find a kind and capable attorney these days. Aside from knowing the law, Jeff has a balanced view of life's joys, burdens and responsibilities. Without reservation, I endorse him.
Jami Pannell, Unknown Attorney on Aug 24, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I co-founded a law practice with Jeff because of his impeccable integrity and professionalism. He is committed to peaceful resolutions wherever possible, and I've witnessed his outstanding mediation skills in action. I highly recommend Jeff Petersen.