Kevin Elliott Parks

Kevin Elliott Parks

4.9
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 16 years

Employment and labor Lawyer Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Landlord & Tenant, Lawsuits & Disputes ... +5 more
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 16 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2009

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

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Kevin Elliott Parks's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | 4 stars

Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2017 | Landlord & Tenant

Helpful.

He told me what I needed to know about evicting a family member.

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Kevin Elliott Parks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jose Klein

Litigation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is a wise and savvy advocate. I endorse whole-heartedly endorse him."

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Marianne Dugan

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Parks since he was in law school, and continue to be impressed with his dedication to justice for his clients since he became an attorney."

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Sarah Litowich

Unknown lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Parks regularly provides thorough and helpful advice on AVVO and I gladly recommend him."

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Shon Bogar

Unknown lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kevin is smart, knows his stuff and isn't afraid to step out on a limb or push the envelope when appropriate for the situation. I've recommended Kevin in the past, and will do so in the future."

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John O'Brien

Debt collection lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Yunus Paisner

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kevin Parks. He regularly provides helpful, concise, and correct answers on a wide variety of topics. I would confidently refer a client in any of the areas he practices."

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Quinn Posner

Litigation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is a knowledgable and experienced attorney with an impeccable reputation in our community. I highly recommend him."

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Walter Weiss

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Friend

"Kevin Parks is a sharp attorney. His experience serves as a guide to his clients' success. I recommend Kevin to anyone in need of an attorney specializing in labor/employment ."

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Tom Borton

Unknown lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is a great attorney and an excellent person. He is hardworking and dedicated to his clients. He has shown an ability to quickly become a well-recognized and respected lawyer in any area of practice that he chooses to delve into."

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Jeremiah Ross

General practice lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin a a fantastic Attorney! He is a smart and dedicated Attorney. I have referred clients and friends to him in the past and will continue to do so in the future. I highly recommend Kevin Parks."

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Christopher Palmer

Unknown lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have followed Mr. Park's responses on Avvo. He has shown a solid grasp of the law and offers good advice. I am happy to provide this endorsement."

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James Baldock

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is smart and hardworking."

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Gloria Trainor

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is a hard-working self-starter. We are both active members of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, and I enjoy talking about legal issues with him regularly. I recommend Kevin's legal services."

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Orion Nessly

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Parks' answers to landlord tenant question posed on Avvo show not just a solid understanding of Landlord-Tenant issues, but also the invaluable ability to take a step back, look beyond the statutes themselves, and offer the poster a clear and honest assessment of the realities of their situation. I would feel comfortable referring a landlord-tenant client to Mr. Parks based on these answers alone."

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Annelisa Smith

Residential real estate lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kevin is a great attorney and a great guy. We have clients in common and they rave about how respectful and thoughtful he is when they need someone to evaluate their case. Kevin is also a great colleague and is always available to consult with other attorneys in the community. I recommend this attorney without reservation."

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William DuVal

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Kevin not only understands the law but he has a terrific bedside manner with clients, always communicating in plain English, and never over-lawyering. He's young enough to be zealous and up-to-date, and old enough to have the wisdom of experience. 5 Star lawyer."

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Phil Nelson

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kevin knows how to get the results that his clients need. He's efficient and effective at what he does."

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Nicholas Slinde

Litigation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Kevin is smart, hardworking and truly cares about obtaining results for his clients."

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Christopher Veley

Litigation lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kevin is a rising star in the Portland legal community. He has assisted me on litigation matters and I have been very pleased with his work."

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Jason Hirshon

Litigation lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christina Stephenson

Employment and labor lawyer

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David Lawrence

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Walter Weiss

Real estate lawyer

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Tom Borton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Orion Nessly

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Gary Lau

Business lawyer

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William DuVal

Business lawyer

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Darian Stanford

Litigation lawyer

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Annelisa Smith

Family lawyer

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Joseph Haddad

Employment and labor lawyer

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Benjamin Kelley

Unknown lawyer

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Nicholas Slinde

Business lawyer

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Thomas Fagan

Criminal defense lawyer

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J. Aaron Landau

Appeals lawyer

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William Sherlock

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

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Dave Bahr

Environmental and natural resources lawyer

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Hubert Duvall

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Veley

Litigation lawyer

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Jason Hirshon

Litigation lawyer

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Benjamin Stoller

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Disbarment issued in OR, 2024

updated on 03/21/2024

This is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Oregon State Bar to understand the reasons for this disbarment.

Suspension - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2021

updated on 12/01/2021

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Honors

2007

Pro Bono Challenge Award, Student Division, Oregon State Bar

2007

Pro Bono Award, University of Oregon School of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Parks Law Offices LLC

2011 - 2012

Instructor, Portland Community College

2010 - 2011

Attorney, Slinde Nelson LLC

2010 - 2010

Staff Attorney, Citizens' Utility Board of Oregon

2009 - 2009

Legal Intern, Oregon Secretary of State

2009 - 2009

Clinic Attorney, Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center

2008 - 2009

Clinic Attorney, Public Defender Services of Lane County

2007 - 2007

Clinic Attorney, Western Environmental Law Center

2007 - 2007

Legal Intern, Wildlife Conservation Society

Associations

2012 - Present

American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division

Member

2010 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division

Member

2010 - Present

National Lawyers Guild

Member

2009 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2009 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Member

2017 - 2018

Multnomah Bar Association, Events Committee

Chair

2014 - 2017

Multnomah Bar Association, Membership Committee

Board Liason

2014 - 2017

Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section

Board of Directors

2013 - 2014

Oregon League of Conservation Voters, Multnomah County Steering Committee

Executive Committee Member

2013 - 2014

Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section, Professional Development and Education Committee

Chair

2012 - 2017

Friends of Land Air Water

Board Member

2012 - 2014

Oregon State Bar, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2012 - 2014

Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor Section

Member

2012 - 2014

Oregon State Bar, Consumer Law Section

Member

2012 - 2014

Oregon State Bar, Sole and Small Firm Practitioners Section

Member

2011 - 2012

American Bar Association, Litigation Section

Member

2011 - 2017

Oregon State Bar, House of Delegates

Region 5 Delegate

2010 - 2014

Oregon Respiratory Therapists Licensing Board

Board Member

2010 - 2014

Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section, Professional Development and Education Committee

Member

2010 - 2011

American Bar Association, Government and Public Sector Lawyers Division

Member

2010 - 2010

Oregon State Bar, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section

Member

2010 - 2010

Oregon State Bar, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2010 - 2010

Oregon State Bar, Disability Law Section

Member

2010 - 2010

Oregon State Bar, Law Practice Management Section

Member

2010 - 2012

Oregon State Bar, Energy, Telecom and Utility Law Section

Member

2010 - 2014

Oregon State Bar, Business Litigation Section

Member

2010 - 2014

Oregon State Bar, Administrative Law Section

Member

2009 - 2012

American Bar Association, Environment, Energy, and Resources Law Section

Member

2009 - 2012

Oregon State Bar, Environmental and Natural Resources Section

Member

2008 - 2009

University of Oregon Bookstore

Board Member

Education

2009

University of Oregon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Kansas

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Fall Brown Bag Practice Series

Labor and Employment Law Panel

2011

Young Litigators Forum

Professionalism & Ethics

2011

Paralegal Department

Sustainability, Environment and the Law

2011

Intellectual Property Law

Introduction to Online Contracts, Privacy Policies, Information Security and Internet Jurisdictional Issues

2011

Employment Law CLE Series

Employment Agreements

2008

Public Interest Environmental Law Conference Compelling a Climate of Change

2008

Pro Bono Lunch Hour

International Pro Bono Opportunities

Publications

2013

Multnomah Lawyer Worker('s/s') Compensation

2011

Slinde Nelson Blog Spelling Bees and Legalese

2011

2008

Engaging the Law to Support Sustainability on Earth Mr. Kenna Goes to Washington

2008

Engaging the Law to Support Sustainability on Earth Twenty-sixth Annual PIELC: Compelling a Climate of Change

2008

Languages

English

Activity

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