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Biography
Mark R. Iverson is a Fellow in the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys and a member of the National Council For Adoption. A 1985 graduate of Gonzaga University School of Law, Mr. Iverson is married and has three adopted children.
Mr. Iverson is licensed to practice in the states of Washington and Idaho, providing legal services for adoptive families in the following areas: Step Parent Adoption; Private Adoption; International Adoption; Agency Adoption; Adult Adoption; and Foster Care Adoption.
In addition, Mr. Iverson handles guardianship matters.
To meet with Mr. Iverson for a free one half-hour consultation, call or toll free at .
Mark Iverson is a Fellow in the American Academy for Adoption Attorneys. Licensed: Washington/Idaho.
Adoption legal services for Washington and Idaho. Call for free consultation.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Adoption
75%
38 years | 1,563 cases
Guardianship
25%
38 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2021 2019 2018
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6
2012
Licenses
Licensed in Idaho for 23 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 37 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Mark R. Iverson, P.S. Adoption & Guardianship Legal Services
(509) 462-3700
Fax
921 West Broadway, Suite 305, Spokane, WA, 99201
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Online Presence
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Mark Richard Iverson's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 65 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by thomas | November 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
every child, no matter their age deserves loving parents
Mark Iverson's office has helped me adopt my son and daughter on two different occasions. The paperwork part was a very easy process, the emotional experience on my part, well thats a different story. When I adopted my son, that was a great day, but when I adopted my daughter, wow. Nothing can compar...
Posted by Scott | March 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional, Compassionate & Thorough Representation
Mark Iverson is hands down the best adoption attorney you could ask for! Him and his team of experienced professionals work tirelessly to bring solutions to the table and are compassionate throughout the entire process. We are grateful to them for all of their hard work to create and very successful ...
Posted by Jen | July 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Adult adoption
My son and myself used Marks services to surprise my husband with my son requesting for him to adopt him. Mark was wonderful helping us through the process while keeping it secret until we could surprise my husband. Everything went so smooth and communication was clear and quick. We couldn’t have a...
Posted by Stevie | June 24, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
We are so thankful we found Mark.
We were looking for an attorney to help with an adoption. I found Mark on Google and gave him a call. I can say I do not regret it. They were so nice, responded fast, they were caring, on top of things, and they made the process stress free which was amazing. I would highly recommend them.
Posted by Deanna | April 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Adult adoption
The adult adoption process with Mark and Sarah (paralegal) was very quick and efficient. They are very responsive to messages and thorough with instructions. The whole process was complete in just a couple of weeks. My daughter and I are thrilled. I can’t recommend them high enough.
Mark Richard Iverson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I consider Mark Iverson to be an authority in the area of adoption. I have been his opponent and I can say he is a formidable foe. Still, I would easily recommend him, even to my own family."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is the most respected and competent adoption attorney in this area. I have practiced in family law for 19 years and refer all of my adoption cases to Mr. Iverson."
"Mark is a consummate professional and can be trusted in his work. He is easy to work with, allowing for effective communication and negotiation outside of the courtroom when appropriate and keeping argument in the courtroom where it belongs. He is a very busy attorney as his reputation and years of experience make him a popular guy for adoption and guardianship, but his relaxed style of communication gives respect to the importance of each matter that he handles. In Mark's work it is obvious that he cares about the families of the cases that he is involved in."
"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Mark is a terrific person and has an accomplished reputation in this community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a very thorough attorney and easy to work with. His years of experience have provided him a wealth of knowledge. He is trustworthy and approachable. He cares about the parents and children he works for and is respectful of the families he works with."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Iverson is the most well versed adoption attorney in the Spokane area. He is the most familiar with issues relating to the Interstate Compact as well as the Indian Child Welfare Act. Mr. Iverson processes the highest volume of adoptions in this area and is well repected by his peers. No other attorney in this area has Mr. Iverson's experience or knowledge of adoption law."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Lead Counsel Rating in Adoption Law, Lead Counsel
2016
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Adoption Attorney, Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living Magazine
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Rated BV - Very High in Both Legal Ability and Ethical Standards, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Harper Award, Foster Parent Association
2012
Volunteer Youth Attorney of the Year, Spokane County Bar Association, Volunteer Lawyers Program
2012
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
1988
cum laude, Gonzaga University School of Law
1986
Thomas More Scholarship Gonzaga Law School, Gonzaga Law School
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Owner, Mark R. Iverson, P.S.
Associations
2012 - Present
National Council For AdoptionMember
2010 - Present
American Academy of Adoption AttorneysFellow
2002 - Present
Idaho State BarMember
1988 - Present
Spokane County Bar AssociationMember
Washington State Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
John Doe and Jane Doe I v. John Doe I
The Supreme Court affirmed termination of rights
Education
1988
Gonzaga University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Eastern Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Guardianship 101
Guardianship
2015
Second Annual CPG CE Conference
Guardianship
2012
Foster Adoption Process
Foster Adoption Process
2011
WSBA Juvenile Court Section
Uniform Parentage Act
2011
Prince of Peace Church
Adoption Process
2011
East Central Community Center
Adoption Process
2010
2010 Inter-County Guardianship Guardian Ad Litem Training
Alternatives to Guardianship
2006
Year-end Potpourri CLE
Adoptions and Step-Parent Adoptions
2004
October Bar Luncheon
Title 11 GAL Training
2004
Make Peace, Not War: A Collaborative Approach to Family Law
Family Law
Publications
2013
Spokane/CDA Woman
Building A Family Through Adoptioin
2000
Co-Author: Washington State Bar Association Family Law Deskbook
Guardians Ad Litem and Court-Appointed Special Advocates - Mark Iverson; Hon. Nancy Bradburn-Johnson
1996
Co-Author: Spokane County Bar Association Child Centered Residential Schedules
Child Centered Residential Schedules
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Mark earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my fiance adopt my child before we get married?
07 Feb 2020
Q&A
I’m 29 and I want to surprise my step mom to adopt me where do I state ?
19 Jan 2020
Q&A
Can i legally have my husband adopt my son if i have no idea of who his bio dad is?
09 Dec 2019
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Guardianship
18 May 2010
Legal Guide
Foster Care Adoption
18 May 2010
Legal Guide
Agency Adoption
18 May 2010