Mark Richard Iverson

Mark Richard Iverson

4.8
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 37 years

Adoption Lawyer at Spokane, WA
Practice Areas: Adoption, Guardianship

921 West Broadway, Suite 305, Spokane, WA

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Adoption 75%

Adult, Agency, Foster Care, International, Private, Step-Parent Adoptions.

38 years | 1,563 cases

75%
Guardianship 25%

If you are interested in learning more about a guardianship, please contact Mark R. Iverson for a free one half-hour consultation

38 years | 500 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 24 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 37 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mark R. Iverson, P.S. Adoption & Guardianship Legal Services

921 West Broadway, Suite 305, Spokane, WA, 99201

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Mark Richard Iverson's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

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Showing 16 - 20 of 23 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Sadie | August 31, 2014 | Adoption

Amazing Experience

Mark Iverson and his entire staff was completely professional and helpful during our adoption process. They kept us well informed and in the loop every step of the way. We had the best experience with them and will GLADLY use their services again in the future. Adoption can be scary and uncertain,... but Mark and his staff eased our fears and always made time to answer all of our questions. We also feel his fees were very fair. If you are looking for an adoption attorney - we truly believe you will not find a better place to go. Give Mark Iverson and his staff a chance!

Posted by Michael | January 23, 2014 | Adoption

adoptive parent that used Mr. Iverson

Mr. Iverson was an extreme help through a very tough adoption. He was always professional and honest with my wife and I. The adoption took almost a year to complete and Mr. Iverson was in constant contact throughout giving advice and encouragement. My wife and I plan to adopt more children and I p...lan on going through Mr. Iverson for each and everyone of them in the future. Mr. Mark Iverson you are a hero to my family and myself thank you for everything.

Posted by Kelli | January 16, 2014 | Adoption

we always go back to Mark

Mark has assisted us with the adoptions of all 3 of our children. The first was in 2007 the second in 2009 and the 3rd in 2013. This last one he worked very hard (with limited time/notice) to get us into court on New Years Eve so we could have an extra special meaning for our son's special day. He wa...s GREAT with the kids as well as us.

Posted by Tracy | December 17, 2013 | Child Custody

custody recommendation was reversed at trial

Mr. Iverson came highly recommended for a difficult child custody case. However my attorney did not agree with his recommendations. Before trial it was revealed Mr. Iverson did not interview key people who supported my children and were on my list of people to be interviewed. Mr iverson did not corre...ct this serious lapse, he did give blaming excuses. His report was delivered over 100 days after the interviews, that were not recorded. At trial my attorney brought the people that were interviewed into court and they each told the true story. The trial judge reversed Mr. Iverson recommendation.

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2011 | Adoption

Amazing and so Supportive!

Thanks to every one of you for what you do to help support adoptive parents during this very anxious time. Our two youngest babies came to us through the foster care system. Mark was so amazing to be available to answer every question and concern and Jan was our adoption support coordinator/life save...r. I highly recommend this firm to EVERYONE I know that is thinking of adoption!!!

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Mark Richard Iverson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jacqueline Porter

Adoption lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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David Crouse

Adoption lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Angel Base

Adoption lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Steven Wee

Adoption lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Mark is a terrific person and has an accomplished reputation in this community."

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Heather Lund

Adoption lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in 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."

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Eric Steven

Adoption lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

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 Adoption

Member

2010 - Present

American Academy of Adoption Attorneys

Fellow

2002 - Present

Idaho State Bar

Member

1988 - Present

Spokane County Bar Association

Member

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

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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

1996

Co-Author: Spokane County Bar Association Child Centered Residential Schedules Child Centered Residential Schedules

Languages

English

Activity

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