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Landerholm Law Promotes Two New Partners

This January, it was with much excitement that Landerholm Law promoted two of our attorneys to partner: William Jones and Heather Unger. Both Will and Heather will be invaluable additions in ensuring that, amidst continued growth and expansion, Landerholm Law continues to remain one of the best family law firms in the Pacific Northwest. Lewis Landerholm, Founding Attorney, sees the benefits of ...

New 2019 Spousal Support Tax Reform

Last December, a new federal tax law pertaining to spousal support was passed by Congress, in turn negating the existing tax-deduction law that has pertained to alimony payments for the last 75 years. In the past, the husband or wife who was responsible for paying spousal support was able to deduct their alimony payments from their annual taxes. Alternatively, the spouse receiving the monetary ...

Landerholm Law Ranked #62 by Law Firm 500 Fastest Growing Law Firms of 2018

At Landerholm Law in Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington has been working hard to deliver the best possible family law and divorce representation to our clients. We are proud to say that we believe we have been doing just that, and that our year-over-year growth is proof of it. The more great services we provide, the more people come to our doors, and the more we can grow. In recognition of ...

Attorneys Landerholm & Barnhart Selected to 2018 Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ List

Founding Attorney Lewis Landerholm and Associate Attorney Lauren Barnhart of Landerholm Law are known throughout Portland as honest and reputable family law attorneys. We are always proud to call each of them an integral member of our law firm, each lending their insight and abilities whenever our clients need guidance or representation during a difficult time. It is an honor to announce that ...

Fun Things To Do In Oregon And Washington

Summertime is when we explore new places and make lasting memories. Oregon and Washington are brimming with exciting activities that will add a splash of fun to your summer. If you’re looking for something to do this summer, check out some of our favorite events and activities. Oregon 2018 Oregon State Fair — The state fair is a uniquely Oregon experience, and runs from August 24 th to September 3 ...

Giving Thanks Through Divorce

During the holidays, your social media feeds are usually bursting at the seams with photos of your friends and their families on vacation, buying a Christmas tree, or preparing a holiday meal together. Normally these photos would bring a smile to your face. For people going through a divorce, or who have recently been divorced, this could be a sad time of year rather than one filled with joy and ...

How a Trust Protects Your Finances

Most people know they need a legal document to protect their financial holdings after death, and the first thing which comes to mind is a will . However, sometimes drafting a will is not enough to protect your assets after your passing. A properly crafted trust may allow you to bypass probate—the legal process that happens when a person dies and their estate is distributed. Through a trust, the ...

Protect Your Financial Future With a Prenuptial Agreement

As you and your partner plan a wedding, dream about your future and embark on a new life together, a prenuptial agreement may be the last thing on your mind. Why would you want to plan for divorce when you haven’t even wed yet? Unfortunately, the reality is that more than half of marriages end in divorce. While it’s not pleasant to plan for the dissolution of a marriage, it is essential for people ...

Landerholm Law Named to PBJ Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies

Landerholm Law is proud to be able to announce that we were selected to the 2017 list of Portland Business Journal’s (PBJ) Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Due to the continued effort and focus of everyone on our amazing team , we were able to enjoy a 142.67% revenue growth between 2014 and 2016. This accomplishment landed us the #36 spot on its list of ...

Advice That Business Owners Going through a Divorce Should Disregard

Divorce can be complex, especially when the company you built is on the line. If you are a business owner whose marriage has come to an end, you may be tempted to begin looking for advice on how to protect your assets immediately. However, between friends, colleagues, and the internet, there is a lot of misinformed opinions and bad advice out there. To help you sort through what suggestions hold ...