team-member

Dylan Cernitz

Portland, OR

Licensed for 20 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English

About

There are many decisions facing a client going through a divorce, custody or support modification.   With a background in civil litigation, Dylan works with people during these stressful times to sort out the best options.   Because of his experience in this area, Dylan continues to enjoy and excel in resolving complex property division and large asset cases.  While he could have picked any area of law, Dylan knows that family law is where he can truly make a difference. And, he chose Four Point Legal because he wants to practice with the best.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Four Point Legal, P.C.2035 NW Front AvenueSuite 200Portland, OR, 972092035 NW Front AvenueSuite 200Suite 200Portland, OR, 97209

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Meg
February 26, 2021

Integrity, excellence, character, and collaboration are just a few words that describe my experience working with Dylan. I came to Dylan’s office broken and devastated over the demise of my marriage. He managed to turn the worst experience of my life into an experience of empowerment. He listened, he was responsive, he made me feel as though I was his only client, and he gave me hope. Dylan was honest, forthright, and fought for me and my children. He was available, present, collaborative, and thorough in all of our meetings and interactions. He gained my trust readily and easily, and at no time during our work together did he exhibit anything less than excellence. There are no clear winners in divorce, but I walked away with everything I was seeking. I will always be grateful for Dylan’s time, effort, and support.

Melania
May 4, 2019

When Dylan helped resolve a highly contentious child support issue several years ago, he was effective, efficient, and got an expedient result negotiated and successfully executed on behalf of my family. Thank you as well, Dylan, for being a willing sounding board regarding a newly emerging issue, even when it meant that I wouldn’t be using your services in the immediate future. I know from my interactions with you that you do care and have your client’s best interest at heart when offering your professional advice. I continue to be thankful that you are on my team.

anonymous
April 28, 2019

Dylan provided excellent advice and outcomes in my dissolution case. He was always well prepared for our meetings and his follow up was consistent and timely. He was professional throughout grueling mediations and played a strategic role in reaching agreement. He used his time efficiently which helped keep the cost of the process down. I would highly recommend Dylan to anyone.

Jill
April 22, 2019

Hiring Dylan was the best thing I could have done for my piece of mind. Divorce is such a stressful time and knowing Dylan was taking care of me diligently put me at ease. Even though I probably make less money than many of his clients, Dylan still treated me as if I were his most important.

Emily
April 22, 2019

I wholeheartedly recommend Dylan because he is responsive, knowledgeable and patient. He helped me evaluate and navigate options by offering his expertise and listening to my interests. He is a calm, skilled advocate and I’m very happy with his representation during a challenging time.

Debbie
February 7, 2019

Mr Cernitz guided me through a challenging time in my life. He saw me at my worst. He took the time to get to know me as a person so he could represent me perfectly. My divorce case was unique and took a while to settle. I was very impressed with his persistence and attention to detail with every curveball that came our way. I felt so confident, knowing Mr. Cernitz had my back. I am so grateful to have had such an incredible attorney represent me.

Aletha
July 18, 2017

Dylan first gave me information to read about separation and divorce, legal fees, the process, etc. which was very helpful when I was first getting my head wrapped around this life-changing earthquake. He and his staff were always professional and polite but direct about options, what I should do, what I should not do, what step came next. Dylan patiently answered my questions. He kept the process moving along. I trusted his experience, legal knowledge and attention to detail. I was informed about what to realistically expect and what choices I could make.

anonymous
April 16, 2015

Just over a year ago I was faced with the unimaginable; a lifelong partner that had just come to the decision that she wanted to change the future trajectory of her life and in doing so impacted my life trajectory as well. While reticent at first to formally start the legal ball rolling, my dad told me a number of times, “never bring a knife to a gun fight.” With that in mind I reached out to several Partners at legal practices in the Portland Area of which I had a corporate relationship. The question was simple, “who is the best law firm in Oregon to represent me in a divorce preceding?” The name Gevurtz Menashe came up again and again. I contacted Gevurtz Menashe and after a few quick questions the staff at their office was able to match me up with the appropriate representative of their law firm. I went to the meeting to listen, learn and interview Dylan Cernitz . . . I left a client. Whether you are playing offensive or defense it’s all about putting a strong game plan together and executing that plan effectively. Dylan’s leadership and legal counsel made a difficult situation manageable. While we initially started on defense, Dylan quickly switched us to playing offense and we never looked back. In a high stakes, high tension environment, don’t misinterpret Dylan’s low key approach to addressing the matter at hand. When it gets down to making the hard decisions and emotions are running high, you’ll be glad to see Dylan unshaken by events and still focused on the task at hand . . . getting his client the best deal possible. Dylan is particularly well suited to address “situations” which involve a complex and/or lengthy list of financial assets and even difficult business valuations. At some point in the process it all comes down to getting your list of assets laid out in a spreadsheet and totaled up for subsequent division. Based upon my experience, I would recommend you take the time to meet with Dylan Cernitz and the Gevurtz Menashe team. It will be time well spent.

Ginny
March 12, 2015

Dylan helped me with my recent divorce with ease. He walked me through the process and kept me informed of all my options. It is never easy, but knowing I was in great hands, put my mind to rest.

Jayne
March 7, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Dylan Cernitz on my recent divorce. When I first came to Dylan, I was totally distraught and terrified of what was to come. From day one, Dylan guided me through the entire divorce process. He is extremely ethical, honest and helped set realistic expectations. He ALWAYS got right back to me with answers to my questions and presented well thought out options. During mediation, Dylan had my back 150%, advocating for me every step of the way. I walked away feeling that I got a very fair settlement. I would highly recommend working with Dylan for his expertise, great bedside manner, honesty, and for getting the best possible outcome.

Meg
February 26, 2021

Integrity, excellence, character, and collaboration are just a few words that describe my experience working with Dylan. I came to Dylan’s office broken and devastated over the demise of my marriage. He managed to turn the worst experience of my life into an experience of empowerment. He listened, he was responsive, he made me feel as though I was his only client, and he gave me hope. Dylan was honest, forthright, and fought for me and my children. He was available, present, collaborative, and thorough in all of our meetings and interactions. He gained my trust readily and easily, and at no time during our work together did he exhibit anything less than excellence. There are no clear winners in divorce, but I walked away with everything I was seeking. I will always be grateful for Dylan’s time, effort, and support.

Melania
May 4, 2019

When Dylan helped resolve a highly contentious child support issue several years ago, he was effective, efficient, and got an expedient result negotiated and successfully executed on behalf of my family. Thank you as well, Dylan, for being a willing sounding board regarding a newly emerging issue, even when it meant that I wouldn’t be using your services in the immediate future. I know from my interactions with you that you do care and have your client’s best interest at heart when offering your professional advice. I continue to be thankful that you are on my team.

anonymous
April 28, 2019

Dylan provided excellent advice and outcomes in my dissolution case. He was always well prepared for our meetings and his follow up was consistent and timely. He was professional throughout grueling mediations and played a strategic role in reaching agreement. He used his time efficiently which helped keep the cost of the process down. I would highly recommend Dylan to anyone.

Jill
April 22, 2019

Hiring Dylan was the best thing I could have done for my piece of mind. Divorce is such a stressful time and knowing Dylan was taking care of me diligently put me at ease. Even though I probably make less money than many of his clients, Dylan still treated me as if I were his most important.

Emily
April 22, 2019

I wholeheartedly recommend Dylan because he is responsive, knowledgeable and patient. He helped me evaluate and navigate options by offering his expertise and listening to my interests. He is a calm, skilled advocate and I’m very happy with his representation during a challenging time.

Debbie
February 7, 2019

Mr Cernitz guided me through a challenging time in my life. He saw me at my worst. He took the time to get to know me as a person so he could represent me perfectly. My divorce case was unique and took a while to settle. I was very impressed with his persistence and attention to detail with every curveball that came our way. I felt so confident, knowing Mr. Cernitz had my back. I am so grateful to have had such an incredible attorney represent me.

Aletha
July 18, 2017

Dylan first gave me information to read about separation and divorce, legal fees, the process, etc. which was very helpful when I was first getting my head wrapped around this life-changing earthquake. He and his staff were always professional and polite but direct about options, what I should do, what I should not do, what step came next. Dylan patiently answered my questions. He kept the process moving along. I trusted his experience, legal knowledge and attention to detail. I was informed about what to realistically expect and what choices I could make.

anonymous
April 16, 2015

Just over a year ago I was faced with the unimaginable; a lifelong partner that had just come to the decision that she wanted to change the future trajectory of her life and in doing so impacted my life trajectory as well. While reticent at first to formally start the legal ball rolling, my dad told me a number of times, “never bring a knife to a gun fight.” With that in mind I reached out to several Partners at legal practices in the Portland Area of which I had a corporate relationship. The question was simple, “who is the best law firm in Oregon to represent me in a divorce preceding?” The name Gevurtz Menashe came up again and again. I contacted Gevurtz Menashe and after a few quick questions the staff at their office was able to match me up with the appropriate representative of their law firm. I went to the meeting to listen, learn and interview Dylan Cernitz . . . I left a client. Whether you are playing offensive or defense it’s all about putting a strong game plan together and executing that plan effectively. Dylan’s leadership and legal counsel made a difficult situation manageable. While we initially started on defense, Dylan quickly switched us to playing offense and we never looked back. In a high stakes, high tension environment, don’t misinterpret Dylan’s low key approach to addressing the matter at hand. When it gets down to making the hard decisions and emotions are running high, you’ll be glad to see Dylan unshaken by events and still focused on the task at hand . . . getting his client the best deal possible. Dylan is particularly well suited to address “situations” which involve a complex and/or lengthy list of financial assets and even difficult business valuations. At some point in the process it all comes down to getting your list of assets laid out in a spreadsheet and totaled up for subsequent division. Based upon my experience, I would recommend you take the time to meet with Dylan Cernitz and the Gevurtz Menashe team. It will be time well spent.

Ginny
March 12, 2015

Dylan helped me with my recent divorce with ease. He walked me through the process and kept me informed of all my options. It is never easy, but knowing I was in great hands, put my mind to rest.

Jayne
March 7, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Dylan Cernitz on my recent divorce. When I first came to Dylan, I was totally distraught and terrified of what was to come. From day one, Dylan guided me through the entire divorce process. He is extremely ethical, honest and helped set realistic expectations. He ALWAYS got right back to me with answers to my questions and presented well thought out options. During mediation, Dylan had my back 150%, advocating for me every step of the way. I walked away feeling that I got a very fair settlement. I would highly recommend working with Dylan for his expertise, great bedside manner, honesty, and for getting the best possible outcome.

Meg
February 26, 2021

Integrity, excellence, character, and collaboration are just a few words that describe my experience working with Dylan. I came to Dylan’s office broken and devastated over the demise of my marriage. He managed to turn the worst experience of my life into an experience of empowerment. He listened, he was responsive, he made me feel as though I was his only client, and he gave me hope. Dylan was honest, forthright, and fought for me and my children. He was available, present, collaborative, and thorough in all of our meetings and interactions. He gained my trust readily and easily, and at no time during our work together did he exhibit anything less than excellence. There are no clear winners in divorce, but I walked away with everything I was seeking. I will always be grateful for Dylan’s time, effort, and support.

Melania
May 4, 2019

When Dylan helped resolve a highly contentious child support issue several years ago, he was effective, efficient, and got an expedient result negotiated and successfully executed on behalf of my family. Thank you as well, Dylan, for being a willing sounding board regarding a newly emerging issue, even when it meant that I wouldn’t be using your services in the immediate future. I know from my interactions with you that you do care and have your client’s best interest at heart when offering your professional advice. I continue to be thankful that you are on my team.

anonymous
April 28, 2019

Dylan provided excellent advice and outcomes in my dissolution case. He was always well prepared for our meetings and his follow up was consistent and timely. He was professional throughout grueling mediations and played a strategic role in reaching agreement. He used his time efficiently which helped keep the cost of the process down. I would highly recommend Dylan to anyone.

Jill
April 22, 2019

Hiring Dylan was the best thing I could have done for my piece of mind. Divorce is such a stressful time and knowing Dylan was taking care of me diligently put me at ease. Even though I probably make less money than many of his clients, Dylan still treated me as if I were his most important.

Emily
April 22, 2019

I wholeheartedly recommend Dylan because he is responsive, knowledgeable and patient. He helped me evaluate and navigate options by offering his expertise and listening to my interests. He is a calm, skilled advocate and I’m very happy with his representation during a challenging time.

Debbie
February 7, 2019

Mr Cernitz guided me through a challenging time in my life. He saw me at my worst. He took the time to get to know me as a person so he could represent me perfectly. My divorce case was unique and took a while to settle. I was very impressed with his persistence and attention to detail with every curveball that came our way. I felt so confident, knowing Mr. Cernitz had my back. I am so grateful to have had such an incredible attorney represent me.

Aletha
July 18, 2017

Dylan first gave me information to read about separation and divorce, legal fees, the process, etc. which was very helpful when I was first getting my head wrapped around this life-changing earthquake. He and his staff were always professional and polite but direct about options, what I should do, what I should not do, what step came next. Dylan patiently answered my questions. He kept the process moving along. I trusted his experience, legal knowledge and attention to detail. I was informed about what to realistically expect and what choices I could make.

anonymous
April 16, 2015

Just over a year ago I was faced with the unimaginable; a lifelong partner that had just come to the decision that she wanted to change the future trajectory of her life and in doing so impacted my life trajectory as well. While reticent at first to formally start the legal ball rolling, my dad told me a number of times, “never bring a knife to a gun fight.” With that in mind I reached out to several Partners at legal practices in the Portland Area of which I had a corporate relationship. The question was simple, “who is the best law firm in Oregon to represent me in a divorce preceding?” The name Gevurtz Menashe came up again and again. I contacted Gevurtz Menashe and after a few quick questions the staff at their office was able to match me up with the appropriate representative of their law firm. I went to the meeting to listen, learn and interview Dylan Cernitz . . . I left a client. Whether you are playing offensive or defense it’s all about putting a strong game plan together and executing that plan effectively. Dylan’s leadership and legal counsel made a difficult situation manageable. While we initially started on defense, Dylan quickly switched us to playing offense and we never looked back. In a high stakes, high tension environment, don’t misinterpret Dylan’s low key approach to addressing the matter at hand. When it gets down to making the hard decisions and emotions are running high, you’ll be glad to see Dylan unshaken by events and still focused on the task at hand . . . getting his client the best deal possible. Dylan is particularly well suited to address “situations” which involve a complex and/or lengthy list of financial assets and even difficult business valuations. At some point in the process it all comes down to getting your list of assets laid out in a spreadsheet and totaled up for subsequent division. Based upon my experience, I would recommend you take the time to meet with Dylan Cernitz and the Gevurtz Menashe team. It will be time well spent.

Ginny
March 12, 2015

Dylan helped me with my recent divorce with ease. He walked me through the process and kept me informed of all my options. It is never easy, but knowing I was in great hands, put my mind to rest.

Jayne
March 7, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Dylan Cernitz on my recent divorce. When I first came to Dylan, I was totally distraught and terrified of what was to come. From day one, Dylan guided me through the entire divorce process. He is extremely ethical, honest and helped set realistic expectations. He ALWAYS got right back to me with answers to my questions and presented well thought out options. During mediation, Dylan had my back 150%, advocating for me every step of the way. I walked away feeling that I got a very fair settlement. I would highly recommend working with Dylan for his expertise, great bedside manner, honesty, and for getting the best possible outcome.