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Joel Fowlks

Milwaukie, OR

Licensed for 10 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Estate Planning

Language

English

About

Joel E. Fowlks is an attorney in Milwaukie, Oregon, practicing in the fields of family law, estate planning and probateJoel graduated from Oregon State University and Willamette University College of Law. Before attending law school, he worked as a sportswriter and copy editor in Portland. He also worked as a law clerk in the Trial Division of the Oregon Department of Justice before entering private practice.Joel’s office is conveniently located on King Road in Milwaukie, just minutes from I-205 and Highway 224 (the Milwaukie Expressway). 

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Family

Probate

Language

English

Contact

4664 SE King RdMilwaukie, OR, 972224664 SE King RdMilwaukie, OR, 97222

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Anne
July 22, 2018

Joel handled my rather complicated and acrimonious divorce with professionalism and compassion. He helped me understand each step in the process, from the moment I walked in the door until the divorce was final. He clearly and concisely answered my panicked emails and phone calls, and helped me reach a settlement that I could live with (let's face it, no one wins in divorce). I can't recommend Joel any more, he was truly a godsend in a difficult time.

Shaun
December 27, 2017

Joel has been my lawyer since 2014 and has been an integral part in the role I now get to be in my daughters life. Joel has always been easy to get ahold of and got back to me in a timely manner. He puts a lot of time and effort into my case and I greatly appreciate that about him. Although lawyers are never cheap, I have never felt like my money has gone to waste. I would highly refer Joel to anybody looking for a lawyer.

Laura
December 26, 2017

Joel came highly recommended and I'm pleased to say that he fulfilled all my expectations, and then some! Joel was extremely knowledgable when I came to him about writing my will, and walked me through all the steps while being able to communicate to me in terms that I'd understand. He not only crafted my will, but made sure that all my other assets (401K, investments) were good to go. Since then, I've had additional questions about my will and Joel always answered quickly and spent considerable amount of time making sure that I understood and had my needs addressed. Unlike other lawyers, Joel never made me feel rushed and I could tell that he truly cares about his clients and makes the effort to get to know them. I've also reached out to Joel multiple times regarding other non-family law issues, and he referred me to great lawyers here in the Portland area. I can't imagine a more attentive, personable, comprehensive and thorough family lawyer in the Portland area.

Aimee Heck
September 3, 2016

We used Joel's services as a real estate attorney when we sold our home by owner. We paid far less to Joel than we would have to a realtor and we had peace of mind knowing Joel was protecting us long term. He is thorough yet expedient and very easy to work with. I cannot recommend him enough and plan on using his services in the future.

anonymous
July 20, 2016

I recent went through a painful process of divorce. Mr. Fowlks was my lawyer. He helped me completing all the paper works. he also gave me good advises and resolutions to solve my problems. I highly recommend Mr. Fowlks to my family and my friends if they need law consultations.

Mike
August 3, 2015

I was named the executor of my mom's estate when she passed. It quickly became apparent the probate process wasn't something I should undertake on my own. I contacted a couple of lawyers and opted for Joel. From the start, he put me at ease. He laid out the steps to be taken and an approximate time line to complete the process. He let me know what my responsibilities would be, and what he would be doing to help me through this. Communication, throughout, was great; and responses to queries were timely! We recently closed the estate and I feel very fortunate to have selected Joel to guide me through this.

Andy
June 12, 2013

Joel helped us with some estate/business planning. He was very professional, knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. I'd recommend him wholeheartedly!

Ted
June 11, 2013

Mr. Fowlks drafted a will for myself and my family. His service was excellent and the product he delivered was exactly what we were looking for. He replied to emails and phone calls promptly and listened carefully to our needs. My wife and I were comfortable with Joel throughout the entire process and found him to be very knowledgeable and courteous. We recommend him highly!

anonymous
December 14, 2017

We went to him to get help with a visitation issue and after several thousand dollars of "prep" for two hearing do we find out he didn't know any way to help our case only wanted to take our money.

Anne
July 22, 2018

Joel handled my rather complicated and acrimonious divorce with professionalism and compassion. He helped me understand each step in the process, from the moment I walked in the door until the divorce was final. He clearly and concisely answered my panicked emails and phone calls, and helped me reach a settlement that I could live with (let's face it, no one wins in divorce). I can't recommend Joel any more, he was truly a godsend in a difficult time.

Shaun
December 27, 2017

Joel has been my lawyer since 2014 and has been an integral part in the role I now get to be in my daughters life. Joel has always been easy to get ahold of and got back to me in a timely manner. He puts a lot of time and effort into my case and I greatly appreciate that about him. Although lawyers are never cheap, I have never felt like my money has gone to waste. I would highly refer Joel to anybody looking for a lawyer.

Laura
December 26, 2017

Joel came highly recommended and I'm pleased to say that he fulfilled all my expectations, and then some! Joel was extremely knowledgable when I came to him about writing my will, and walked me through all the steps while being able to communicate to me in terms that I'd understand. He not only crafted my will, but made sure that all my other assets (401K, investments) were good to go. Since then, I've had additional questions about my will and Joel always answered quickly and spent considerable amount of time making sure that I understood and had my needs addressed. Unlike other lawyers, Joel never made me feel rushed and I could tell that he truly cares about his clients and makes the effort to get to know them. I've also reached out to Joel multiple times regarding other non-family law issues, and he referred me to great lawyers here in the Portland area. I can't imagine a more attentive, personable, comprehensive and thorough family lawyer in the Portland area.

Aimee Heck
September 3, 2016

We used Joel's services as a real estate attorney when we sold our home by owner. We paid far less to Joel than we would have to a realtor and we had peace of mind knowing Joel was protecting us long term. He is thorough yet expedient and very easy to work with. I cannot recommend him enough and plan on using his services in the future.

anonymous
July 20, 2016

I recent went through a painful process of divorce. Mr. Fowlks was my lawyer. He helped me completing all the paper works. he also gave me good advises and resolutions to solve my problems. I highly recommend Mr. Fowlks to my family and my friends if they need law consultations.

Mike
August 3, 2015

I was named the executor of my mom's estate when she passed. It quickly became apparent the probate process wasn't something I should undertake on my own. I contacted a couple of lawyers and opted for Joel. From the start, he put me at ease. He laid out the steps to be taken and an approximate time line to complete the process. He let me know what my responsibilities would be, and what he would be doing to help me through this. Communication, throughout, was great; and responses to queries were timely! We recently closed the estate and I feel very fortunate to have selected Joel to guide me through this.

Andy
June 12, 2013

Joel helped us with some estate/business planning. He was very professional, knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. I'd recommend him wholeheartedly!

Ted
June 11, 2013

Mr. Fowlks drafted a will for myself and my family. His service was excellent and the product he delivered was exactly what we were looking for. He replied to emails and phone calls promptly and listened carefully to our needs. My wife and I were comfortable with Joel throughout the entire process and found him to be very knowledgeable and courteous. We recommend him highly!

anonymous
December 14, 2017

We went to him to get help with a visitation issue and after several thousand dollars of "prep" for two hearing do we find out he didn't know any way to help our case only wanted to take our money.

Anne
July 22, 2018

Joel handled my rather complicated and acrimonious divorce with professionalism and compassion. He helped me understand each step in the process, from the moment I walked in the door until the divorce was final. He clearly and concisely answered my panicked emails and phone calls, and helped me reach a settlement that I could live with (let's face it, no one wins in divorce). I can't recommend Joel any more, he was truly a godsend in a difficult time.

Shaun
December 27, 2017

Joel has been my lawyer since 2014 and has been an integral part in the role I now get to be in my daughters life. Joel has always been easy to get ahold of and got back to me in a timely manner. He puts a lot of time and effort into my case and I greatly appreciate that about him. Although lawyers are never cheap, I have never felt like my money has gone to waste. I would highly refer Joel to anybody looking for a lawyer.

Laura
December 26, 2017

Joel came highly recommended and I'm pleased to say that he fulfilled all my expectations, and then some! Joel was extremely knowledgable when I came to him about writing my will, and walked me through all the steps while being able to communicate to me in terms that I'd understand. He not only crafted my will, but made sure that all my other assets (401K, investments) were good to go. Since then, I've had additional questions about my will and Joel always answered quickly and spent considerable amount of time making sure that I understood and had my needs addressed. Unlike other lawyers, Joel never made me feel rushed and I could tell that he truly cares about his clients and makes the effort to get to know them. I've also reached out to Joel multiple times regarding other non-family law issues, and he referred me to great lawyers here in the Portland area. I can't imagine a more attentive, personable, comprehensive and thorough family lawyer in the Portland area.

Aimee Heck
September 3, 2016

We used Joel's services as a real estate attorney when we sold our home by owner. We paid far less to Joel than we would have to a realtor and we had peace of mind knowing Joel was protecting us long term. He is thorough yet expedient and very easy to work with. I cannot recommend him enough and plan on using his services in the future.

anonymous
July 20, 2016

I recent went through a painful process of divorce. Mr. Fowlks was my lawyer. He helped me completing all the paper works. he also gave me good advises and resolutions to solve my problems. I highly recommend Mr. Fowlks to my family and my friends if they need law consultations.

Mike
August 3, 2015

I was named the executor of my mom's estate when she passed. It quickly became apparent the probate process wasn't something I should undertake on my own. I contacted a couple of lawyers and opted for Joel. From the start, he put me at ease. He laid out the steps to be taken and an approximate time line to complete the process. He let me know what my responsibilities would be, and what he would be doing to help me through this. Communication, throughout, was great; and responses to queries were timely! We recently closed the estate and I feel very fortunate to have selected Joel to guide me through this.

Andy
June 12, 2013

Joel helped us with some estate/business planning. He was very professional, knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. I'd recommend him wholeheartedly!

Ted
June 11, 2013

Mr. Fowlks drafted a will for myself and my family. His service was excellent and the product he delivered was exactly what we were looking for. He replied to emails and phone calls promptly and listened carefully to our needs. My wife and I were comfortable with Joel throughout the entire process and found him to be very knowledgeable and courteous. We recommend him highly!

anonymous
December 14, 2017

We went to him to get help with a visitation issue and after several thousand dollars of "prep" for two hearing do we find out he didn't know any way to help our case only wanted to take our money.