Ruth E Pekelder's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Sharp, smart and great advocate

I am an old teacher and appreciated Ruth's clarity at the beginning of this pursuit. It was with a heavy heart that I chose to pursue legal means to secure time with my son, and first met with Ruth. I was not only impressed with her years of experience and knowledge, but also her integrity and kind h...eart over the course of the legal battle. Communications were clear and timely and I always felt she was working for the highest good and best possible outcome. I appreciate getting thru the legal experience with her leading my team for my family. Without hesitation I highly recommend Ruth and her team.

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Posted by anonymous | July 06, 2014 | Child Custody

I can't recommend her.

I must strongly advise caution in regards to Ms. Pekelder. She represented me in the child custody suit brought by my former wife. A "parental assessment" was performed by a psychologist. Ms. Pekelder knew of and approved the psychologist. The assessment was filled with verifiable errors and lie...s. Ms. Pekelder, against my wishes, made the assessment protected. which meant tht there was no way to challenge the assessment's errors and lies. Please listen carefully to me. If you are just entering the family law arena you will most likely be the way that I was: trusting that the system would be based upon reality. It isn't. It is based upon money, influence and relationships. Ms. Pekelder advised me to not anger the psychologist. The fact that he, at best, behaved incompetently and WAS NOT SERVING THE BEST INTERESTS OF MY CHILD, was secondary to his feelings. I repeatedly ask for the lifting of the protective order. Ms. Pekelder refused. And insisted that I sign the order. Ms. Pekelder failed my son. Failed me. I can not recommend her. Her behavior was unacceptable.

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Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2009 | Child Custody

Ruth Pekelder was a highly effective advocate and advisor to me during my divorce.

Ruth's knowledge and experience helped me obtain a reasonable settlement in my divorce. She worked very hard to help me maintain joint custody of my children with my ex-wife,

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Annelisa Smith

Family lawyer | Feb 05

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"Ruth is a true class act - you won't find a better family law attorney in Oregon. She's tough when she needs to be, but she also has a great sense of humor."

Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Eric McClendon

Family lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ruth is not only an amazing lawyer, she is also an amazing, genuine person. With a wealth of knowledge and a keen understanding of the Oregon Courts, Ruth is an effective advocate her clients in all matters related to Family Law. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top-notch Family Law attorney."

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