Atty. Jo Ellen Kane

Atty. Jo Ellen Kane

Jo Ellen Kane is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce law, domestic relations law and 6 other areas of law. Jo received a A.B. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Portland Portland 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Jo Ellen Kane at a glance

Jo Ellen Kane is a divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and dv defense attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Texas (1992), Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1994), District of Columbia (1996), and Oregon (2015). Educated at University of Houston (J.D., 1992) and University of Illinois (A.B., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lee County, Florida (Member, Family Law Section) Texas, and American Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar Florida Association of Women Lawyers Florida Academy of Professional Mediators, Inc and Association of Family and Conciliation Courts Collaborative Lawyers of Southwest Florida. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jo Ellen Kane is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce law, domestic relations law and 6 other areas of law
  • Jo received a A.B. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Jo practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Jo Ellen Kane's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jo Ellen Kane handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

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

Jo Ellen Kane is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Oregon →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Jo Ellen Kane is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Oregon →

Child Support

Jo Ellen Kane is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Oregon →

Domestic Violence Defense

Jo Ellen Kane is one of 12,315 dv defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dv defense attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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 Portland 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jo Ellen Kane

Where is Jo Ellen Kane's law office located?
Jo Ellen Kane's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jo Ellen Kane handle?
Jo Ellen Kane focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Jo Ellen Kane practiced law?
Jo Ellen Kane has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Jo Ellen Kane go to law school?
Jo Ellen Kane earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B., 1988).
How can I contact Jo Ellen Kane for a consultation?
You can contact Jo Ellen Kane directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jo Ellen Kane received?
Jo Ellen Kane's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Houston
- 1992
A.B.
University of Illinois
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1992
Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1996
Oregon
Admitted: 2015

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