John earned his law degree cum laude from Willamette University College of Law in 1997 after receiving his Bachelor of Science from University of Oregon.

Since 1997, John has focused his practice exclusively on family law and divorce, representing clients in Salem, Oregon and throughout Marion and Polk Counties. With decades of experience handling complex divorce, child custody, parenting plans, child support, and spousal support matters, he provides knowledgeable and compassionate guidance during life’s most difficult transitions.

John is a past member and past president of the Oregon Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), a prestigious organization recognizing the most experienced family law attorneys. He has also been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers for his excellence in family law.

In addition to litigation, John frequently serves as a privately retained family law and divorce mediator, helping Salem-area families resolve disputes efficiently and amicably whenever possible.

 

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