Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Support
  Julie’s focus is divorce, child custody, child support, modification of support, and related domestic relations issues. She works primarily in Deschutes County and travels to other counties in Central and Eastern Oregon. Julie is sometimes appointed by the court to represent the interests of children in complex family law disputes.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Julie Van Handel focuses on family law matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, modification of support, and related domestic relations issues...

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Valerie Wright has been specializing in criminal law since she first became an attorney in Oregon in 1986. Her well-rounded background...
• Sex Crimes
  In Oregon, sex crimes can be either Ballot Measure 11 offenses or non-Ballot Measure 11. There is more flexibility with what happens at arraignment when the sex crime charged is non-Ballot Measure 11.
• Murder
  And prosecuted murder charges. His experience on both sides of the counsel table provide him with a rich and balanced perspective on our criminal justice system, a perspective that enhances his ability to obtain the right result for his clients.
• Restraining Order
  If you need legal help pursuing child custody claims, child support, parenting time plans, or divorce, look no further. Julie is also available to serve in a child advocacy role. Additionally, we advise clients regarding family court issues that can cross the line into criminal law such as domestic violence and restraining order cases.
• Prostitution
  Mandatory prison sentences under these statutes range from 70 months to 300 months depending on the crime charged and the age of the alleged victim.