Lisa E Martin

Lisa E Martin

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Vancouver, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Domestic Violence

1111 Main Street, Suite 300, Vancouver, WA

About Lisa

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 25%

divorce, separation, child custody, spousal and child support, modifications of decrees and judgments, domestic violence

27 years | 350 cases

25%
Child Custody 20%

27 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 26 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 22 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2004

Suspended - Non-Disciplinary

No misconduct found

Location

McKinley Irvin

1111 Main Street, Suite 300, Vancouver, WA, 98660

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Lisa E Martin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by M- | January 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Great attorney

Lisa is amazing. Everything she advised me of she delivered on. As a male going through a divorce in Clark County I would highly recommend retaining her services. Her confidence and approach put me at ease during a very stressful time. After watching her basically embarrass my ex's lawyer in court in... the initial proceeding I was able to literally phone it in and do everything else remote. Thank you Lisa!

Posted by Brian | February 05, 2015

Found the right one

Im still in the process of my custody case but I have no doubt that everything im trying to achieve will be accomplished. I knew after our initial meeting that Lisa was who I wanted to represent me in my fight for my daughter . Hands down I feel she has my daughter's and my best interest in mind . Im... very happy thus far with everything.

Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2013

Review of Lisa E Martin

Lisa E. Martin was recommended by a previous client. I needed representation when my marriage failed. Intake was prompt, very informative, professional and reassuring. Ms. Martin is a compassionate person and has excellent interpersonal skills. Her fee structure was reasonable and I would say I f...elt it was a bargain. In discussing the specifics of my situation she explained the process and what her commitment was. Her dress and appearance were professional and her knowledge base was impressive. She was prompt in initiating action and responded to the Court and the other lawyer promptly and comprehensively. I was quite pleased by her demeanor. A problem solver, a self-starter, aggressive when appropriate and very well prepared in my case. In reflecting back on the intake interview I would say she delivered on everything she said she would do. I would not hesitate to recommend her for legal representation.

Posted by Margaret | October 31, 2012

OUTSTANDING Choice for your family attorney.

I needed a divorce attorney and Lisa Martin came recommended. In my case I needed someone that was representing me and my college aged daughter. I chose Lisa because her presentation was professional and emphasized problem solving and negotiating. I wanted myself to be represented well and my d...aughter to see the process handled professionally and respectfully for both of her parents. In the beginning I was very emotional and found Lisa and her assistant to be patient and informative. The divorce process is painful and they were compassionate and understanding. As our case unfolded a process that could have been simple became complex. With each issue that arose I found Lisa to respond quickly and to be very well informed. In my case things were done that would have cost me THOUSANDS of dollars if I had not been legally represented. I was too trusting in my marriage and left myself very financially exposed. Fortunately I had legal representation in time and Lisa was able to take the steps necessary to protect my financial assets. My case had three court hearings with one of them being a full day trial. Ours was a twenty year marriage with long term intertwined personal and financial arrangements. Lisa had a very well organized and well planned case. She built her case and spent the day in court detailing the points of her case and supporting them with facts. At the end of the day I was extremely pleased with the decisions the judge made in our case. These are some side items I believed to be important: 1) My former husband was in law enforcement and a strategist by training. I was concerned that Lisa being a female and being small in stature that he would not take her seriously. This worry was irrelevant and it didn’t matter at all. Lisa quickly let everyone know she was not an opponent to be taken lightly. 2) I live in Washington County Oregon. I had heard that it was best to get an attorney that specialized in Washington County and knew the judges well. This was insignificant in my case. In every area of my case that she needed to Lisa did her homework and knew her opponent. My attorney was prepared and my judge was professional and it didn’t matter that Lisa is located in Portland. 3) In my opinion the opposing counsel in our case tried to be intimidating in person and in writing. Lisa responded professionally and respectfully and never once backed down to this type of communication. 4) Lisa was always very well prepared and organized. She presented very well in writing, in negotiating and especially in court. All of her legal advice was excellent. 5) In my case there were issues that were unique with PERS, child custody, etc. In each instance Lisa was informed or got the information needed to make a strong recommendation for the unique circumstance. 6) I believed Lisa’s fees to be reasonable. However, I learned that a divorce is an investment in your future. Had I gone to a less experienced lower priced attorney I don’t believe I would have had the high caliber of representation that I needed to protect me and my children. Lisa is experienced and knowledgeable. As we walked into court she was greeted by other attorneys and is clearly respected by her professional peers. Lisa Martin comes with my highest recommendation. She will always have a place in my heart for being a patient and compassionate professional and representing me and my children in this difficult process.

Posted by Jennifer | March 26, 2012

Compassionate and Competent

Lisa Martin was the best part of my difficult divorce process. She has a comforting demeanor that was very helpful in the early stages when I wasn't quite able to accept the reality of my divorce. She was highly ethical, only charging me for her true work. Her advice was always in my best interest... regardless of whether or not that equated to billable hours for herself. She advised me well, helped to resolve my divorce with as little drama as possible and advocated for me and my future during the entire process. I am sad our professional relationship has come to an end. This is a woman I would definitely trust into my circle of friends.

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Meredith Graff

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Lisa Martin since 2002. She is sincere, conscientious, diligent, and very ethical. Lisa has an engaging personality that creates an atmosphere of comraderie, which is extremely helpful in resolving disputes peacefully. When she needs to be, she is tenacious and persistent. She works hard for her clients. It is a pleasure to have Lisa on the other side of a case because when that happens, I know there is a good chance we will be successful in settling."

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Christopher Veley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Lisa is an excellent family law attorney who brings compassionate, yet aggressive-when-necessary, approach to the practice of family law. She fights for the rights of spouses and parents during the difficult time of separation, divorce, child custody disputes, and domestic violence. She cares deeply about her client's needs and wants, and will go the extra mile to achieve a fair resolution of the client's case."

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Matthew Kuehnl

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sands McKinley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Casey Sanders

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I recently had a case with Lisa Martin. She zealously advocated for her client and worked with me to reach a favorable resolution for all the parties involved."

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Adam Dean

Family lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa is a great attorney. I highly endorse her in all aspects of family law!!"

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Quinn Posner

Family lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lisa Martin is a caring, intelligent attorney who strives to protect her clients' interests. What sets Lisa apart from the rest of the pack is the compassion she has for her clients. Combined with her keen understanding of the law and constant attention to detail, Lisa rises to the top. She is an asset to the Portland/Vancouver legal community."

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Rebecca Dougan

Family lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Lisa for almost three years. She and I used to work together as associates at the same firm, and we have stayed in contact regularly on both professional and personal levels. Lisa is an outstanding attorney and definitely an asset to the legal community. Lisa is passionate about her work and helping others while maintaining a good work/ personal life balance."

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Collin McKean

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Lisa is an effective advocate and a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Client's Choice, Avvo

1999

Editor of the Year, Gonzaga Law Review

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Senior Attorney, McKinley Irvin

2008 - Present

Attorney, Shareholder, The Martin Law Firm, P.C.

2004 - 2008

Attorney, M Morasch & Associates P.C.

2002 - 2004

, Yates Matthews & Morasch

1999 - 2002

Attorney, Walstead Mertsching Attorneys at Law

Associations

2004 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Oregon State Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Clark County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2001 - 2002

Cowlitz Wahkiakum County Bar Association

Vice President

2001 - 2002

Cowlitz Wahkiakum County Bar Association

President

Education

1999

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science

Publications

1999

Gonzaga Law Review Providing Equal Justice for the Domestic Violence Victim: Due Process and the Victim's Right to Counsel

1999

Gonzaga Law Review Articles Editor

1998

Gonzaga Law Review Associate Editor
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