Atty. Gordon Phillips
Gordon Phillips graduated from the University of Washington, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor from The Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College.
Division Of Assets And Debts & More Attorney · Serving Bend, OR · 26+ Years Experience
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About Gordon Phillips at a Glance
Gordon Phillips is a Partner based in Bend, Oregon, practicing at Phillips, Traylor, Myers, Goodin, & Schroeder, LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, business, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Oregon (2000) and Washington (Inactive) (2009). Educated at Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 2000) and University of Washington (B.A. Political, 1996). Serves clients in Bend, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gordon Phillips
- Gordon Phillips graduated from the University of Washington, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
- He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor from The Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College
- Gordon serves client's statewide but practices primarily in Central and Eastern Oregon
- Gordon is a person of good character, always acting with integrity and honesty
- He is confident about his own abilities and instills confidence in others
- He thinks analytically, keeping the end result in mind
- He fights for his clients while providing them realistic and legally sound advice
- Prior to law school, Gordon worked for Sigma Nu International Fraternity traveling throughout the United States as an Educational Field Consultant
- During law school, he clerked for the Multnomah County Counsel's office in the litigation division where he was active with motion and pleading practice in the federal courts
- He also worked for the United States Army and volunteered with Multnomah County Legal Aid
- Since moving to Bend, Oregon in 2001, Gordon has been committed to enhancing the quality of life in his family and community
- Gordon knows the end result of any business is not just to make money, but to be part of the community in which he practices, so for both personal and business reasons he continues to make social service a priority in his life
- Gordon is a past president and former member of the board of directors for the Central Oregon Council on Aging, a Central Oregon nonprofit that specializes in services to seniors, such as Meals-on-Wheels
- He is a current member of the Board of Directors for the Central Oregon Humane Society, an organization he has been honored to work with for more than seven years
- Gordon was selected as an Accomplished Under 40 recipient in 2009, recognizing his contribution to the Central Oregon community
- He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a current member of the Oregon State Bar, the Deschutes County Bar, and Central Oregon Matrimonial Attorneys
- He has been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers Magazine from 2008-2012 (Rising Star) and 2016-2017
Practice Areas Explained
Gordon Phillips's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gordon Phillips handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bend.
Divorce in Bend
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Child Custody & Visitation in Bend
Gordon Phillips is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Oregon →
Business & Corporate Law in Bend
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Gordon Phillips is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Child Support in Bend
Gordon Phillips is one of 24,443 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Oregon →
Alimony / Spousal Support in Bend
Gordon Phillips is one of 10,588 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Bend
Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bend are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Bend Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bend-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bend Choose Gordon Phillips
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gordon Phillips's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, business, child support, and alimony.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gordon Phillips brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oregon and Washington (Inactive), Gordon Phillips can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and business, Gordon Phillips can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bend
A Bend-based practice means Gordon Phillips attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gordon Phillips Handles in Bend
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Gordon Phillips has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gordon Phillips directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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