Gordon Phillips, ADR Attorney in Bend, Oregon
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Alimony, and Business
PartneratPhillips, Traylor, Myers, Goodin, & Schroeder, LLP
Bend, OR
Practicing adr in Bend since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Gordon Phillips is a partner based in Bend, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Gordon has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phillips, Traylor, Myers, Goodin, & Schroeder, LLP.
- Based in
- Bend, OR
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- ADR · Alimony · Business
- Handles ADR, Alimony, and Business matters from Bend, OR.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Gordon Phillips: Gordon Phillips is a partner based in Bend, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Gordon has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phillips, Traylor, Myers, Goodin, & Schroeder, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Gordon takes on
Gordon concentrates on adr, alimony, business, child custody, and child support. Each area below outlines the kind of case Gordon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Child Custody
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ADR cases in Bend, Oregon
Gordon takes adr matters in Bend, 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 Gordon agrees to represent you.
Alimony cases in Bend, Oregon
Gordon takes alimony matters in Bend, 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 Gordon agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Bend, Oregon
Gordon takes business matters in Bend, 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 Gordon agrees to represent you.
Child Custody cases in Bend, Oregon
Gordon takes child custody matters in Bend, 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 Gordon agrees to represent you.
Child Support cases in Bend, Oregon
Gordon takes child support matters in Bend, 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 Gordon agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Gordon Phillips — adr lawyer in Bend
Gordon Phillips is a partner based in Bend, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Alimony, and Business. Gordon has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Phillips, Traylor, Myers, Goodin, & Schroeder, LLP.
Gordon Phillips graduated from the University of Washington, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor from The Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College. Gordon serves client's statewide but practices primarily in Central and Eastern Oregon.
Gordon is a person of good character, always acting with integrity and honesty. He is confident about his own abilities and instills confidence in others. He thinks analytically, keeping the end result in mind. He fights for his clients while providing them realistic and legally sound advice.
Prior to law school, Gordon worked for Sigma Nu International Fraternity traveling throughout the United States as an Educational Field Consultant. During law school, he clerked for the Multnomah County Counsel's office in the litigation division where he was active with motion and pleading practice in the federal courts. He also worked for the United States Army and volunteered with Multnomah County Legal Aid.
Since moving to Bend, Oregon in 2001, Gordon has been committed to enhancing the quality of life in his family and community. Gordon knows the end result of any business is not just to make money, but to be part of the community in which he practices, so for both personal and business reasons he continues to make social service a priority in his life.
Gordon is a past president and former member of the board of directors for the Central Oregon Council on Aging, a Central Oregon nonprofit that specializes in services to seniors, such as Meals-on-Wheels. He is a current member of the Board of Directors for the Central Oregon Humane Society, an organization he has been honored to work with for more than seven years.
Gordon was selected as an Accomplished Under 40 recipient in 2009, recognizing his contribution to the Central Oregon community. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a current member of the Oregon State Bar, the Deschutes County Bar, and Central Oregon Matrimonial Attorneys. He has been selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers Magazine from 2008-2012 (Rising Star) and 2016-2017.
Gordon's approach to adr cases
Gordon Phillips graduated from the University of Washington, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctor from The Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College. Gordon serves client's statewide but practices primarily in Central and Eastern Oregon. Gordon is a person of good character, always acting with integrity and honesty. He…
Clients Gordon works with
Gordon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, alimony, and business matters in Bend and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College
J.D. · 2000
University of Washington
B.A. Political · 1996
Jurisdictions
Gordon's state bar admissions
Washington (Inactive
2009 · ACTIVE
Oregon
2000 · ACTIVE
Gordon studied at J.D. in Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College and B.A. Political in University of Washington.
Law school and academic background
Gordon completed J.D. in Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College and B.A. Political in University of Washington. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Gordon runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Gordon Phillips's office in Bend
Gordon's primary office is at 132 SW Crowell Way, Suite 200, Bend, OR, 97702. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Phillips, Traylor, Myers, Goodin, & Schroeder, LLP
132 SW Crowell Way, Suite 200
Bend, OR 97702
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How to hire Gordon Phillips — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Gordon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Gordon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gordon'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; Gordon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Bend, 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 Gordon
Gordon 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. Gordon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Gordon'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 Gordon Phillips
How much does it cost to hire Gordon for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Gordon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Gordon offer a free consultation?
Gordon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Gordon's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Gordon'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. Gordon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Gordon take my case if I'm outside Bend?
Gordon 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 — Gordon 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 Gordon?
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. Gordon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Gordon accepting new adr clients right now?
Gordon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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