Mark Richard Iverson

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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

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About Mark

Biography

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%

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

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2019 2018
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 23 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

adoptionwa.com

Online Presence

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Mark Richard Iverson's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

the best!!!!!

Mark took on our adoption case after a fellow attorney sat on it for 31/2 months. The case was complicated by several issues. Mark researched case law and in a month and half the adoption was completed. Mark is not only a very good attorney but a wonderful person with a understanding of the stresses ...of the adoption process. If you are considering adoption Mark should be your only choice.

Posted by Chad | August 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Mark Iverson is an excellent adoption attorney!

Mark Iverson was very highly recommended to my wife and I when were looking for an attorney to help us with the step-parent adoption of our two boys. Mark and his staff are incredibly knowledgable and were able to address all of our questions and concerns up front and clearly outlined all of the step...s we would need to take throughout the entire adoption process. Mark took point in every aspect of our adoption, from locating an absent parent who didn’t want to be found and serving them notice, to handling and filing all of our legal paperwork, to standing by our side in court on adoption day and making the entire process as hassle free as humanly possibly. I recommend Mark to anybody who is considering adopting a child.

Posted by Christina | October 31, 2014

Better than Excellent!

Mark took our case so seriously and made everything happen super fast! From open to close, it was a 20 day process!!! That doesn't happen! Mark is so friendly and knowledgeable, but he doesn't have that weird elitist attitude... I appreciate that! I wish I could give him a million stars.

Posted by Jerry | September 22, 2014 | Adoption

Review of the legal service provided by Mark Iverson

Mark Iverson and his staff did an outstanding job as my adoption attorney as it pertained to the adoption of my two children. I adopted the children though DSHS and Mr. Iverson was incredibly knowledgeable and committed during the entire process. I, like Mr. Iverson, am an attorney practicing in E...astern WA. In my job capacity, I had the opportunity to be exposed to Mr. Iverson' work on behalf of his clients and when it came to me choosing an attorney to handle my adoption there was only one choice for me, and that was Mark Iverson. I cannot express on paper how having Mr. Iverson as my attorney was extremely comforting during a very long and arduous process. Mr. Iverson knew that I wanted to have the adoption completed in 2013 and he and his staff went above and beyond to meet this request by appearing in court on New Year's Eve of 2013 at 4 p.m. to execute the adoption. If there were more stars I could give for his rating, I would excitedly. My personal thanks will always be with Mr. Iverson for playing such an important role in helping to shape my family. Additionally, in a professional capacity he has my utmost respect and admiration.

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.

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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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Donald Morrison

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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

Top Contributor

Mark earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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