Brent Goodfellow

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      Brent Goodfellow

      McMinnville, Oregon
      19 years of experience

      Biography

      Mr. Goodfellow was admitted in 2003 to practice law in Oregon State Courts and in 2008 in the US District Court of Oregon. His judicial experience includes, McMinnville Municipal Court Judge Pro Tempore (2006-October, 2008); Carlton Municipal Court Judge Pro Tempore (April, 2007-October, 2008); and Circuit Court Judge Pro Tempore (October, 2008-2016). He was selected as a SuperLawyer Rising Star an unprecedented five straight years (2010-2015). This award goes to only the top 2.5 percent of Oregon lawyers as selected by his peers. He has been featured on Good Morning America, ABC World News Tonight, Inside Edition, The Washington Post and New York Times, among others.

      Mr. Goodfellow, the law firm’s managing partner, has recovered millions for individuals and businesses that have suffered injuries as a result of medical malpractice, car accidents, sexual assaults, discrimination and many other types of negligence. He has also represented hundreds of people going through the challenges that come with divorce, custody disputes, child support and spousal support modifications, and all family law related issues.

      In his spare time, Mr. Goodfellow enjoys ultra-distance races. He has completed more than 40 triathlons and 5 Ironman distance triathlons, consisting of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a marathon (26.2 miles). He has coached junior baseball, football and basketball. He lived in Japan as a volunteer for two years and speaks fluent Japanese. He loves to travel and has visited more than 25 countries. Above all, he loves spending time with his family, including his three children.

      Practice Areas

      Business Law

      Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

      Divorce

      Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

      Family Law

      Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

      Personal Injury

      Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

      Real Estate Law

      Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law

      Fees

      • Credit Cards Accepted
      • Contingent Fees

      Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

      Oregon
      Federal Circuit, Since 2008

      Languages

      Japanese : Spoken, Written

      Professional Experience

      Judge Pro Tem Circuit Court Judge

      Year: 2008 - 2016

      Description:

      Professional Associations

      Oregon State Bar &nbsp# 033277 Member (Current)

      Oregon State Bar Family Law Section (2008 - Current)

      Yamhill County Bar Association President (2007 - 2010)

      Publications

      Betting on the Future of Sports Willamette University Sports Law Journal (2005)

      Awards

      • Superlawyer

        Superlawyers 2018.0

        Note: Less than 5% of all Oregon lawyers receive this designation.

      • Rising Star (2010-2015)

        Superlawyers

      Education

      • Willamette University College of Law J.D. (2003)

        Year: 2000 - 2003

        Honors: Managing Editor - Willamette Law Review

      • Brigham Young University B.A. (2000) | Political Science

        Year: 1997 - 2000

        Honors: Minor in Japanese

      Speaking Engagements

      Law Day, McMinnville School District, McMinnville, OR, April 1, 2017, MSD, “Know Your Rights.”

      Certifications

      • Oregon Circuit Court Judge Pro Tem: Oregon Courts

      Goodfellow Law

      Address:

      105 NE 4th Street, McMinnville, OR 97128

      Fax:

      (503) 472-9092

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