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Kathryn S. Root is a Retired Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Gevurtz Menashe, Attorneys at Law. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, and child support. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987). Educated at Northwestern School of Law (J.D., 1984) and Lewis and Clark College (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Ms. Kathryn S. Root is a lawyer practicing family law, custody law, interstate child custody and 3 other areas of law
- Kathryn received a B.S. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Kathryn practices at Gevurtz Menashe, Attorneys at Law in Portland, OR
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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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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