Business Details
Trusted Family & Estate Law Services in Salem, OR
At Litowich Law, we are dedicated to helping clients resolve family conflicts and plan for their family's future with compassion and expertise. Based in Salem, Oregon, our team provides personalized legal services in family law and estate planning, prioritizing client needs through active listening and transparent communication. Our attorneys bring extensive experience, including a master's degree in conflict resolution, to manage complex interpersonal issues like custody and asset division.We leverage secure, modern technology for efficient case management while maintaining a client-centered approach that emphasizes trust and informed decision-making. Our commitment to continuous legal education ensures we deliver up-to-date, authoritative guidance for all family law matters.
Services
Family Law
Estate Planning
Adoption Services
Divorce Proceedings
Child Custody
Asset Division
Probate
Wills & Trusts
Licensed Paralegal Services
Guardianship
Highlights and features
- We combine legal expertise with a master's-level understanding of conflict resolution
- Our team uses secure, end-to-end encrypted cloud technology for case management
- Attorneys exceed annual continuing legal education requirements
- We empower clients to make informed decisions without pressure
- Our practice balances courtroom readiness with collaborative problem-solving
Associations and certifications
- Oregon State Bar
What people say
Exceptional service
Professional and timely
Compassionate representation
Excellent attorney
Highly recommend
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice addresses divorce, custody, and domestic relations matters with personalized legal strategies. We combine legal expertise with conflict resolution skills to protect client interests during emotional transitions. Our attorneys advocate for fair outcomes in property division, spousal support, and parenting plans while prioritizing children's best interests.
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans that evolve with life changes like marriage, divorce, or business growth. Our services include wills, trusts, and advance directives to ensure asset distribution aligns with client wishes. We help families establish guardianship arrangements and navigate probate proceedings with sensitivity.
Adoption Services
Our adoption practice guides families through stepparent, independent, and DHS adoptions. We handle consent requirements, home studies, and court filings while explaining legal implications of custody versus guardianship. The team assists with necessary background checks and court documentation for successful family transitions.
Divorce Proceedings
We manage all aspects of divorce cases from initial filings to final judgments. Our approach balances collaborative solutions with courtroom advocacy when needed. Services include asset division calculations, spousal support negotiations, and creating parenting time agreements that minimize conflict during transitions.
Child Custody
Our custody practice focuses on children's best interests while protecting parental rights. We help establish custody arrangements, modify existing orders, and resolve disputes through mediation or litigation. The team explains legal standards for custody determinations and advocates for practical, enforceable parenting plans.
People
Sarah M. Litowich
Shareholder and Founder
Oregon native with deep roots in rural eastern Oregon and the Willamette Valley. Combines legal expertise with conflict resolution master's degree to handle complex family law cases. Known for responsiveness and compassionate advocacy in custody and asset division matters.
Katherine Denning
Shareholder
Specializes in custody evaluations, parenting time coordination, and adoption services. Former litigator with child psychology expertise who helps hundreds of Oregon families complete adoptions. Serves as DHS adoption vendor and handles complex custody matters.
Michael Harrington
Licensed Paralegal
First Oregon State Bar Licensed Paralegal endorsed in Family Law. Handles dissolution, custody, and support cases within authorized scope. Brings film production background and passion for family law to client service while working under attorney supervision.
Questions
Do I need to show 'fault' for divorce in Oregon?
No. Oregon is a no-fault divorce state requiring only proof of irreconcilable differences.
What are Oregon's divorce residency requirements?
You must have lived in Oregon for at least six months before filing for divorce.
Can I modify custody arrangements?
Yes. Custody modifications require demonstrating changed circumstances affecting the child's best interests.
What happens during property division?
Oregon courts divide marital property equitably considering factors like relationship duration and financial circumstances.
How does adoption work in Oregon?
Adoptions require biological parent consent or court determination that consent isn't required, with home studies needed for non-relative adoptions.
What estate planning documents are essential?
Key documents include wills, revocable trusts, advance directives, and powers of attorney for comprehensive future planning.
