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Collin McKean, ADR Attorney in Portland, Oregon

focused on ADR, Business, and Family Law

McKean Smith LLC

Portland, OR

Trusted adr attorney serving Portland.

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Collin McKean is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Family Law. Currently practicing at McKean Smith LLC.

Based in
Portland, OREGON
Experience
attorney
Known for
ADR · Business · Family Law
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Family Law matters from Portland, OREGON.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026).

About Collin McKean: Collin McKean is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Family Law. Currently practicing at McKean Smith LLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Collin takes on

Collin concentrates on adr, business, family law, litigation, and employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Collin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Portland, Oregon

Collin takes adr matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Collin agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Portland, Oregon

Collin takes business matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Collin agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Portland, Oregon

Collin takes family law matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Collin agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Portland, Oregon

Collin takes litigation matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Collin agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Portland, Oregon

Collin takes employment matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Collin agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Collin McKean — adr lawyer in Portland

Collin McKean is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Family Law. Currently practicing at McKean Smith LLC.

Collin McKean is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law and Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Collin, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Collin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Collin on a adr matter

Collin McKean is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Collin, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in…

Clients Collin works with

Collin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and family law matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Lewis & Clark College

    J.D. · 2005

Jurisdictions

Collin's state bar admissions

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

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  • Washington, Washingt

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  • Washington, Washingt

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  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Washington, Washingt

    ACTIVE

  • Oregon, Oregon State

    ACTIVE

Collin studied at J.D. in Lewis & Clark College.

Law school and academic background

Collin completed J.D. in Lewis & Clark College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Collin runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Collin has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Family Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).

Locations

Collin McKean's office in Portland

Collin's primary office is at 1140 Southwest 11th Avenue, Suite 500, Portland, Oregon, 97205. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

McKean Smith LLC

1140 Southwest 11th Avenue, Suite 500

Portland, Oregon 97205

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Hiring guide

How to hire Collin McKean — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Collin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Collin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Collin's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Collin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Portland, Oregon

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Collin

Collin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Collin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Collin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Collin McKean

  • How much does it cost to hire Collin for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Collin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Collin offer a free consultation?

    Collin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Collin's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Collin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Oregon typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Collin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Collin take my case if I'm outside Portland?

    Collin is licensed in Oregon. Matters governed by Oregon law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Collin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Collin?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Collin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Collin accepting new adr clients right now?

    Collin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Portland, Salem and Eugene in Oregon

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