McNeil & Goldstein, LLC - Hillsboro, OR

Dependable Family Law and Estate Planning in Hillsboro

Navigating significant life transitions such as a marital dissolution or planning the distribution of a family estate requires steady, experienced legal leadership. Located in the vibrant Orenco Station district of Hillsboro, McNeil & Goldstein, LLC provides comprehensive, compassionate legal services to individuals and families throughout Washington County, Multnomah County, and neighboring Oregon communities. Established by founding attorney Kenneth W. McNeil and driven by partner James A. Goldstein Jr., the practice brings more than forty-five years of collective legal insight to every matter. The firm understands that legal disputes involving children, family homes, or life savings are deeply personal. Whether resolving differences amicably through mediation or presenting complex arguments before circuit court judges, clients seeking to hire a lawyer receive balanced, results-oriented advocacy tailored to their long-term well-being.

Strategic Divorce, Custody, and Marital Resolution

Every family dynamic is distinct, and divorce proceedings require adaptable legal approaches. McNeil & Goldstein, LLC offers diverse dispute resolution methods, ranging from collaborative negotiations and mediation to aggressive courtroom litigation. If you need a lawyer urgently to address temporary family support, custody disputes, or marital property preservation, the firm delivers thorough legal assistance:

• Divorce and Legal Separation: Guiding spouses through contested and uncontested dissolution filings, ensuring accurate financial disclosures and fair asset allocations.
• Equitable Property Division: Analyzing complex marital estates, including family-owned businesses, retirement accounts, real estate holdings, and debt allocations under Oregon law.
• Child Custody and Parenting Plans: Structuring detailed, realistic parenting schedules that prioritize the developmental and emotional best interests of minor children.
• Child Support and Spousal Support: Applying Oregon statutory child support guidelines and negotiating spousal maintenance awards that reflect financial reality and earning capacity.
• Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: Drafting protective marital agreements to preserve premarital assets and provide clear financial certainty for couples.
• Post-Judgment Modifications: Assisting clients with modifications to custody, visitation, or support decrees when material changes in family circumstances arise.

Comprehensive Estate Planning and Probate Administration

Preserving family wealth and ensuring your medical and financial directives are respected requires careful forward planning. James A. Goldstein Jr. assists clients of all backgrounds with personalized estate planning solutions. Individuals looking to find an attorney to craft durable estate documents receive focused legal counsel:

• Wills and Revocable Living Trusts: Formulating customized testamentary documents and trusts to facilitate seamless asset transfers while avoiding lengthy probate court proceedings.
• Powers of Attorney and Advance Directives: Appointing trusted agents to handle financial transactions and healthcare decisions during periods of unexpected medical incapacity.
• Probate Administration: Guiding executors and personal representatives through the Washington County probate court, from validating wills and marshaling assets to satisfying creditor claims and distributing inheritance funds.

Schedule an Office Consultation at Orenco Station

Addressing family law conflicts or establishing an estate plan is a vital step toward long-term peace of mind. Conveniently located on Northeast Orenco Station Parkway in Hillsboro, McNeil & Goldstein, LLC provides accessible, attentive counsel. Contact the office today to schedule a consultation with an experienced attorney and protect what matters most to your family.