Overview

McKean Smith is a Pacific Northwest law firm offering creative solutions to complex legal issues. We prioritize the best possible outcomes and enduring solutions to our clients' legal disputes.
Founded:
2015
Size:
14
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Practice Areas:
15
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
6

Rankings

Regional

Portland-OR

Tier
1
Portland-OR
Family Law
Tier
1
Portland-OR
Family Law Mediation
Tier
2
Portland-OR
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
3
Portland-OR
Employment Law - Management
Tier
3
Portland-OR
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Rankings

Regional

Portland-OR

Tier
1
Portland-OR
Family Law
Tier
1
Portland-OR
Family Law Mediation
Tier
2
Portland-OR
Employment Law - Individuals
Tier
3
Portland-OR
Employment Law - Management
Tier
3
Portland-OR
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Practice Areas

McKean Smith LLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 5 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Civil Rights Law
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law
  • Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Elder Law
  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Family Law
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
  • Mediation
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Real Estate Law
  • Trusts and Estates

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

McKean Smith LLC proudly has 6 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

Portland, OR
1140 Southwest 11th Avenue, Suite 500
Portland, OR 97205
United States
Vancouver, WA
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