Elizabeth Elaine Christy

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Elizabeth Elaine Christy

also known as Elizabeth Christy Taylor

5.0
54 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support

208 West 13th Street, Vancouver, WA

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About Elizabeth

Biography

DEDICATED and COMPASSIONATE Divorce and Family Law Attorney. Call now!

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

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Child Support 25%

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Divorce and Separation 25%

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Family 25%

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Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2016

Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 13 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 18 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Elizabeth Christy Law Firm, PLLC

208 West 13th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98660

www.elizabethchristy.com

Online Presence

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Elizabeth Elaine Christy's Reviews

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Posted by Lindsey | December 28, 2016 | Divorce & Separation

Great Lawyer

Elizabeth helped me through my divorce and gave me very helpful advice. Elizabeth is highly professional, patient and assertive. I would highly recommend her! I truly appreciate and am thankful for Elizabeth and her wonderful staff.

Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Second to None

I can't say enough good things about Elizabeth! As a father fighting for child custody, she confidently and candidly explained every step of the process and intuitively knew what the outcomes would be: each and every time! She would correspond by e-mail or text at midnight or take the time to talk... at ANYTIME. Elizabeth truly understood the hardships that I was enduring, but she always remained grounded while my emotions were impacting my decisions or actions. To all those dedicated fathers out there seeking solid representation in either divorce of child custody issues, Elizabeth is second to none!

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate caring & smart

I hired Elizabeth to finish my divorce and would recommend her to anyone. She and her team were extremely nice and made sure I was taken care of. Much thanks to all!!!

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Superior representation

We first retained Elizabeth for parenting plan modification in 2011 after meeting with several different lawyers in the area. From the start Elizabeth put us at ease with her knowledge and confidence and we felt right away that she was the right person to represent us. She made the court process easy... to manage and kept us up to date on any new challenges or questions regarding our case, while also managing costs. Since 2011, we have had to return to court several times and there is no-one else we would go to for our needs. During our most recent court case she navigated us through a rather complex case including child support, post-secondary support, and parenting plan modification. During this time, we were able to work also with her associate Jeremy who did an excellent job working with all the information we gave him and helping to construct a concise and professional statement for the courts. She was always efficient about keeping us informed and responding to our questions and concerns. She was upfront and honest about expectations and did not “over-promise” what we knew would be a difficult case. Despite this, she fought hard for us and in the end we are extremely happy with the result. She will not allow herself to be pushed around or manipulated by opposing counsel, and will not get flustered by their inappropriate comments, accusations or requests. We all know that divorce and custody disputes can be quite emotional and ugly, and it was a relief to have representation that put professionalism as a priority while at the same time ensuring that all of the pertinent information is provided for the court. We have also been able to view Elizabeth represent us in court on several occasions during this case, as well view several other attorneys in the area, and I can say in full confidence that we chose correctly and had the very BEST attorney to represent us. I would not hesitate to refer friends and family to her firm, in fact we already have!

Posted by Mike Bokma | June 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Experienced and Professional Family Law Attorney

I retained Elizabeth's Firm in 2015 to help with a fairly complex divorce and custody dispute lasting over a year and a half and can easily give her 5 stars. I selected her firm after meeting with several other attorneys from Portland to Longview. I found her firm had great reviews, more than fair ...pricing, personable staff, and were immediately trustworthy. I initially utilized one of her attorneys on staff who was mentored by Elizabeth and did an AMAZING job going above and beyond in my Temporary Parenting Plan process. Soon after the TPP process, the attorney on staff I'd been using unexpectedly left family law for other legal endeavors. In this absence Elizabeth, who already had a full case load, personally took on my case herself to see me through to the end with a great settlement as the outcome. Her excellent assistant Leslie also did a lot behind the scenes and played a key role in my case resolution. Overall, in working with Elizabeth personally I found her to have excellent communication, her family law experience was apparent, her local experience in Clark County was also apparent, she was extremely assertive and proactive, and always had a positive demeanor throughout my stressful divorce process. I also wanted to specifically point out that her pricing was more than reasonable, she worked WITH me to help reduce costs versus finding ways to add costs or nickel and dime me, and was very clear about expected costs and various options based on these. Based on my personal experience I would definitely recommend her firm if you are faced with divorce, child custody issues, or other legal matters where an attorney may be needed now or in the future.

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Caitlin Dennis

Family lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Liz is one of the best. I have worked with her as opposing counsel and in the legal community at large. She is a strong and knowledgeable advocate for her clients. She works to resolve cases in an efficient manner whenever possible, without the need for unnecessary litigation."

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Conor Buie

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse Elizabeth. She is a compassionate lawyer who diligently strives to achieve the best results for her clients. She is also a dedicated member of our legal community."

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Anna Vujovic

Family lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is well known among the legal community for her litigation skills, compassion, and ability to take on challenging cases. She specializes in complex, high asset divorce and family law cases with ease. She is a pleasure to work with and is well respected."

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M. Aquadro

Family lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Elizabeth is a thoughtful attorney who has the unique ability to find creative solutions to even the most challenging problems. I cannot recommend her enough."

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Erin Morris

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is an experienced, thoughtful. and zealous advocate for her clients. She also has the added benefit of being a warm and caring person who gains the trust and respect of her clients and safeguards their goals each step of the way. I would not hesitate to refer my own family and friends to this lawyer."

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Lisa Ward

Family lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Elizabeth is patient and caring. She works to secure the best possible outcome for each of her clients."

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Deanna Rusch

Family lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is a pleasure to work with on cases, is respected by the bench and bar, and is a great advocate for her clients."

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Patrick Rawnsley

Family lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have come to know and respect Elizabeth in our work. She is diligent and committed to her efforts. I highly recommend and endorse Elizabeth."

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Nathan Petersen

Family lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Elizabeth is fantastic lawyer who fights for her clients. She is knowledgable, professional, and trustworthy."

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Emily Roberts

Family lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is a dedicated advocate for her clients. Her experience brings compassion, professionalism and understanding to the table while guiding clients through the process."

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Shon Bogar

Unknown lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Katie Archer

Family lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a wonderful mentor, because of her experience and knowledge of the law."

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Brian Arnold

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is very respected in the legal community."

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Matthew Blum

Family lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked with Elizabeth on a number of cases, and each time that I have worked with her, she has been professional, knowledgeable, and highly prepared."

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Sarah Tuthill-Kveton

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Liz is an excellent attorney and strong litigator. I would trust her with any family law matter."

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Christopher Boyd

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have been opposing counsel on numerous cases with Elizabeth. She is professional, hard-working, knowledgeable, and provides good advice to her clients. Elizabeth has earned the respect she has garnered in the local community."

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Chad Sleight

Family lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Margaret Phelan

Family lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Liz brings enthusiasm and and integrity to all matters she works on. Her experiences with Inns of Court and Family Law Section of the bar have provide her with wisdom that helps her excel."

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Dale Savage

Family lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Russell

Family lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Caitlin Dennis

Family lawyer

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Anne Ajayi

Family lawyer

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Conor Buie

Family lawyer

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Anna Vujovic

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Erin Morris

Divorce and separation lawyer

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John Morse

Family lawyer

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Jonathan Bishop

Real estate lawyer

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Lisa Ward

Family lawyer

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Daniel Margolin

Family lawyer

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Deanna Rusch

Family lawyer

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Mindy Stannard

Family lawyer

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M. Aquadro

Family lawyer

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Erin Wasley

Family lawyer

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Teresa Foster

Child custody lawyer

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Kevin Rundle

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Patrick Rawnsley

Family lawyer

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Emily Roberts

Family lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America

2021

Three Best Rated, Three Best Rated

2021

Best Law Firms, US News & World Report

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2011

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2010

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

2009

Certificate of Appreciation, Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Elizabeth Christy Law Firm PLLC

2013 - 2013

Pro Tempore Commissioner, Clark County Superior Court

2002 - 2002

Extern for the Honorable Marjorie Slabach, Superior Court of the County of San Francisco, California

Associations

2018 - Present

Domestic Relations Attorney of Washington

Elected Board Member

2013 - Present

Oregon State Bar Association Family Law Section

Member

2013 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - Present

Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation

Member

2013 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2013 - Present

Multnomah County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Clark County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2007 - Present

Clark County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2007 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2016

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair of 3-day Midyear Meeting and CLE

2014 - 2017

Washington State Bar Association Family Law Executive Committee

Secretary

2013 - 2017

Washington State Bar Association Family Law Executive Committee

Elected Member

2013 - 2014

Portland Business Alliance

Member

2013 - 2014

City Club of Portland

Member

2013 - 2013

Washington State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair for Skills Training CLE

2012 - 2014

Inns of Court

Membership Chair

2011 - 2012

Fort Vancouver Mock Trial

Coach

2009 - 2011

Clark County Bar Association, Family Law Section

President

2008 - 2009

Clark County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Secretary

2007 - 2015

Inns of Court

Member

Education

2009

National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA)

Trial Advocacy Diploma

2004

Golden Gate University School of Law

Juris Doctor

1999

University of Oregon

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Annual Family Law CLE

Chair/Master of Ceremonies

2019

Nuts and Bolts Series

From Solo Practitioner to Law Firm

2018

KATU, Channel 2 Divorce Proof Your Marriage

2017

Oregon Annual Family Law Conference

Oregon and Washington: So Close Yet So Far Apart

2017

Nuts and Bolts Series

Tips and Tricks for Parenting Plan Modifications

2016

Nuts and Bolts Series

The Anatomy of a Divorce

2011

Nuts and Bolts Series

Starting and Sustaining a Law Practice

2011

1190 KEX Morning Update Radio Show with Paul Linman

Divorce in Clark County

2010

Continuing Legal Education

Overcoming the Evils of Starting a Law Practice

2009

Continuing Legal Education

Starting and Sustaining a Law Practice

Publications

2021

Marketwatch COVID-19 Surges Divorce: Top Lawyers Share Client Trends Following the Pandemic

2018

AM Northwest, KATU, Channel 2 Divorce Proof Your Marriage

Languages

English

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