London S Ballard, experienced Domestic Violence, Family Law attorney in Portland, OR with 14 reviews
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London S Ballard

1140 SW 11th Avenue, Suite 100, Portland, OR

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Nick

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20 Oct, 2024
At the corner of professionalism and knowledge, you'll find London's office. She took over my case, communicated very well, and guided me through the process. She knows the law and rules very well. London always conducts herself in a professional way. I would recommend London to anyone going though family legal troubles. 10/10 would recommend.
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Anonymous

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02 Oct, 2024
After having had unpleasant consults with other lawyers who couldn't seem to wrap their heads around the idea that two women might be married and getting a divorce, it was important to me to find a lawyer who understood the queer community and London was that lawyer. She handled my divorce case and was indispensable in helping me get my kids back after my ex absconded with them and filed a baseless restraining order to prevent me from seeing them for more than a few hours a month under close supervision. She skillfully litigated the restraining order matter, even getting my ex to testify that she had no actual concerns about me that would warrant the order's restrictions. We were able to get a 50/50 parenting plan agreed to within a couple days of a judge dismissing the entire restraining order. As my ex continued to throw up roadblocks to avoid the even split we'd talked about, London was able to handle all of them and her priority was always ensuring equity and the wellbeing of my kids rather than resorting to petty tactics or advising that we respond to my ex's roadblocks with escalation. We were able to settle and avoid going to trial, but I know that if we had ended up going to trial, I would have been in good hands.
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Colleen

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12 Sep, 2023
From my initial phone conference with London through the whole daunting divorce process, I felt heard and supported. London told me more than once that she was my advocate, and she followed through with that. She supported me in my decisions after presenting all legal angles and possible outcomes. She wanted the best for me. When I was in doubt about various issues, London was able to see through the muddle and had a positive outlook on my overall outcome. She always made me feel like I was her only client. When it came to mediation, London chose a very fair and balanced mediator who explained that not everything would go my way (or my ex-spouses way). Despite that, London fought as far as she could when it was needed. It was a long, slow day but when the mediator was consulting with the other side, London was always advising me on her next argument and strategy. London's work was incredibly thorough, timely and organized. I always felt extremely comfortable and confident with the quality of her work. London is truly trustworthy.
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Knowledgeable and experienced in legal matters
“She reviewed my drafted agreement, consulted with me regarding certain provisions, suggested and/or rejected other provisions, and made my life easier.”
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Calm, reassuring, and professional demeanor
“London was a calming, reassuring and professional attorney in our case regarding a frivolous stalking order against my partner.”
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Clear communication and responsiveness
“London promptly explains complex legal jargon, practices, and issues to her clients with kindness, clarity, and efficiency.”
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Supportive and empathetic through difficult situations
“Divorce has been the most difficult and painful experience of my life. London was a light through all of the transition.”
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Effective advocacy and case management
“Without her, I don't know if I would have won. Thankfully, the trial memo was so detail oriented with case law, I was able to get full custody of all three kids and move them.”
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