John Woodworth
Eugene, OR
Licensed for 25 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
*** CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS ****** Practicing only in Lane County Circuit Court, Eugene Municipal Court, and Springfield Municipal Court. ***John S. Woodworth was born in Syracuse, New York, raised in a family of seven, graduated from Cottage Grove High School (1987), Iowa State University (1992), and the University of Oregon School of Law (1996), and is a single parent of a child who has attained the age of majority.Mr. Woodworth has been continuously practicing law in the State of Oregon since December 18, 1996, in multiple areas of law, including domestic relations, restraining orders, criminal defense, criminal prosecution, residential landlord and tenant, contract disputes, unlawful trade practices, employment disputes, and real property disputes. According to OECI (as of January 26, 2022), which provides information on Oregon Circuit Court cases only, Mr. Woodworth has been the attorney of record in approximately 1,120 cases (860 civil and 260 criminal). The career annual average of Circuit Court cases in which Mr. Woodworth appears as the attorney of record, as of the referenced date, is 44. In his career, Mr. Woodworth has had four Circuit Court cases with co-counsel. Mr. Woodworth has appeared as the attorney of record in well over a thousand municipal court cases.With a focus on attaining the best result for his clients, Mr. Woodworth offers practical guidance and legal advice to facilitate informed decisions regarding resolving disputes, whether to initiate litigation, negotiation and settlement, strategic trial preparation, trial presentation, and post trial needs.Domestic Relations Law. Mr. Woodworth offers services in domestic relations issues, including prenuptial agreements, domestic partnerships, cohabitation agreements, divorce, property and debt division, spousal support, restraining orders, custody, parenting time, and child support. Services include representation in original proceedings and modifications. Contributing to his ability to understand and assist people in the process of transitioning from a marriage or domestic partnership to the new role of co-parent, Mr. Woodworth is a single parent and understands the difficulty and potential pitfalls related to that process. Finding great success as a co-parent after several very challenging years, Mr. Woodworth is able to counsel and guide people from a position of extensive personal and professional experience.Restraining Orders. Mr. Woodworth prosecutes and defends restraining orders filed under the Family Abuse Prevention Act, Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities Abuse Prevention Act, Stalking Protective Order statute, and all other civil restraining orders provided under Oregon law. Most litigants in this area of law participate in the process without an attorney, which is a mistake. The statutes governing these laws are heavily affected by controlling case law from the Courts of Appeal, and the assistance of counsel (regardless of who that attorney is) is highly recommended.Criminal Defense. Mr. Woodworth offers defense services in cases involving charges ranging from traffic citations to felony charges carrying mandatory minimum prison sentences. Mr. Woodworth practices in both State and Municipal Courts. Having experience as both a defense attorney and a city prosecutor, Mr. Woodworth offers guidance, counsel, and aggressive services designed to obtain the best outcome for a person accused of wrongdoing.Residential Landlord & Tenant Law. Mr. Woodworth represents tenants in claims against residential landlords on a select basis. Employment Law. Mr. Woodworth offers services pursuing unemployment insurance claims.
Practices Areas
Criminal Defense
Real Estate
Child custody
Divorce and separation
Employment and labor
Family
Language
English
Contact
John S. Woodworth, Attorney888 West Park StreetSecond FloorEugene, OR, 97401 Office (541) 485-1475 Fax (541) 359-4723 888 West Park StreetSecond FloorSecond FloorEugene, OR, 97401 Office (541) 485-1475(541) 485-1475 Fax (541) 359-4723(541) 359-4723
Office: (541) 349-3417
Website: N/AReviews
Mr. Woodworth handled my case with professional ease. I am thankful for my decision to seek his services. John helped me preserve my rights, and it was to my great fortune that I obtained his assistance in my case.
John helped me tremendously with my child custody case. My child’s father was an especially difficult person to deal with and John didn’t blink twice about it. He was very honest with me (saving me thousands), was always quick to respond, and gave the best advice for my case. I will use John every time, and so should you.
A property management company was pursuing me for 5 thousand dollars I know I didn't owe. I went to two other lawyers around town before getting to John. The first told me to pay the fine. The second recommended me to John. John discovered that, not only did I not owe the company ANY money, but that they likely owed ME money. With a letter, John was able to get the opposing attorney to drop all claims against me. Don't be like me: Make John your first choice.
John took the time to understand my situation, the details and nuances surrounding my divorce. He communicated very well. Setting reasonable expectations for me, timing, etc. John was one of the best choices I could have made in the divorce. I am so glad I found him and hired him. Worth it!
Some services these days are only concerned about making sure the fill all the bubbles. John Woodworth was very dedicated to accomplishing a desired outcome. When a wall presented itself he searched for a real solution and was very honest.
Was refered to john by a coworker, called and had the consult right away and was very knowledgeable and took on my case. being the first time with anything like this helped help through the whole process and had my back. Even when i was worried about things he told me what to expect and finished the case with a better result then i originally thought was going to happen. I would recommend John great man.
John is a great cross-examiner. He represented me in a child custody case and did an amazing job. I would highly recommend him to others. He was quick to respond to my calls and my emails and always was well reasoned.
John recently helped my 96 year old grandmother out of a horrible situation involving rental law, restraining orders, and a few felons. He is diligent and thorough. He quickly responded to our emails & phone calls, and patiently answered our questions. He is a creative problem solver and an absolute pro in court. He spent weeks with us and did not stop until the problem was solved. My grandmother was referred to him by Senior and Disability Services and he took on her case pro bono. He is a good man and a very skilled lawyer.
I was under a lot of stress when i contacted John. He cut to the chase in my first visit and laid out a course of action that was clear for me to understand. Not only did he work hard on my case, but he was kind and caring in helping me through the process. I agree with the other review that called his communication 'direct'. He is efficient and deliberate in his explanation of situations and does not try to convey false hope or expectation. I felt like he acted as a lawyer, doing all the legal stuff for the trial, but also that he was like a coach, in the sense that he could tell when i needed help understanding different things, and he would explain it more thoroughly without being condescending. The level of interaction and preparation he put into making my case not only improved the result for me, but gave me confidence during the process. He looks normal and harmless, and he is a nice guy, but he was tenacious and focused like a pro fighter when it came to defending my rights. I will never consider hiring anyone else but him.
John was recommended by a previous client of his that was a friend of mine. She tried to warn me that he was very direct and for the type of person she is that was sometimes hard for her. However, his direct, no bullshit style was exactly what I needed to feel like someone with a good head on their shoulders was helping me. I always felt like he had my best interest in mind and he was honest with me when it was time to fight or time to let it go. He really helped me understand the process and let me ask the confusing questions (sometimes multiple times) so that I could feel comfortable at every step. He also was very honest and gracious with his record keeping in terms of time spent and I always felt like he was using my limited funds wisely and to the best causes. He was also able to recommend another college when there was real estate law involved and was honest that it wasn't his area of expertise. All in all I would absolutely recommend him to anyone who needs his services that is willing to be told the truth upfront and wants to feel like someone is always on their team!
Mr. Woodworth handled my case with professional ease. I am thankful for my decision to seek his services. John helped me preserve my rights, and it was to my great fortune that I obtained his assistance in my case.
John helped me tremendously with my child custody case. My child’s father was an especially difficult person to deal with and John didn’t blink twice about it. He was very honest with me (saving me thousands), was always quick to respond, and gave the best advice for my case. I will use John every time, and so should you.
A property management company was pursuing me for 5 thousand dollars I know I didn't owe. I went to two other lawyers around town before getting to John. The first told me to pay the fine. The second recommended me to John. John discovered that, not only did I not owe the company ANY money, but that they likely owed ME money. With a letter, John was able to get the opposing attorney to drop all claims against me. Don't be like me: Make John your first choice.
John took the time to understand my situation, the details and nuances surrounding my divorce. He communicated very well. Setting reasonable expectations for me, timing, etc. John was one of the best choices I could have made in the divorce. I am so glad I found him and hired him. Worth it!
Some services these days are only concerned about making sure the fill all the bubbles. John Woodworth was very dedicated to accomplishing a desired outcome. When a wall presented itself he searched for a real solution and was very honest.
Was refered to john by a coworker, called and had the consult right away and was very knowledgeable and took on my case. being the first time with anything like this helped help through the whole process and had my back. Even when i was worried about things he told me what to expect and finished the case with a better result then i originally thought was going to happen. I would recommend John great man.
John is a great cross-examiner. He represented me in a child custody case and did an amazing job. I would highly recommend him to others. He was quick to respond to my calls and my emails and always was well reasoned.
John recently helped my 96 year old grandmother out of a horrible situation involving rental law, restraining orders, and a few felons. He is diligent and thorough. He quickly responded to our emails & phone calls, and patiently answered our questions. He is a creative problem solver and an absolute pro in court. He spent weeks with us and did not stop until the problem was solved. My grandmother was referred to him by Senior and Disability Services and he took on her case pro bono. He is a good man and a very skilled lawyer.
I was under a lot of stress when i contacted John. He cut to the chase in my first visit and laid out a course of action that was clear for me to understand. Not only did he work hard on my case, but he was kind and caring in helping me through the process. I agree with the other review that called his communication 'direct'. He is efficient and deliberate in his explanation of situations and does not try to convey false hope or expectation. I felt like he acted as a lawyer, doing all the legal stuff for the trial, but also that he was like a coach, in the sense that he could tell when i needed help understanding different things, and he would explain it more thoroughly without being condescending. The level of interaction and preparation he put into making my case not only improved the result for me, but gave me confidence during the process. He looks normal and harmless, and he is a nice guy, but he was tenacious and focused like a pro fighter when it came to defending my rights. I will never consider hiring anyone else but him.
John was recommended by a previous client of his that was a friend of mine. She tried to warn me that he was very direct and for the type of person she is that was sometimes hard for her. However, his direct, no bullshit style was exactly what I needed to feel like someone with a good head on their shoulders was helping me. I always felt like he had my best interest in mind and he was honest with me when it was time to fight or time to let it go. He really helped me understand the process and let me ask the confusing questions (sometimes multiple times) so that I could feel comfortable at every step. He also was very honest and gracious with his record keeping in terms of time spent and I always felt like he was using my limited funds wisely and to the best causes. He was also able to recommend another college when there was real estate law involved and was honest that it wasn't his area of expertise. All in all I would absolutely recommend him to anyone who needs his services that is willing to be told the truth upfront and wants to feel like someone is always on their team!
Mr. Woodworth handled my case with professional ease. I am thankful for my decision to seek his services. John helped me preserve my rights, and it was to my great fortune that I obtained his assistance in my case.
John helped me tremendously with my child custody case. My child’s father was an especially difficult person to deal with and John didn’t blink twice about it. He was very honest with me (saving me thousands), was always quick to respond, and gave the best advice for my case. I will use John every time, and so should you.
A property management company was pursuing me for 5 thousand dollars I know I didn't owe. I went to two other lawyers around town before getting to John. The first told me to pay the fine. The second recommended me to John. John discovered that, not only did I not owe the company ANY money, but that they likely owed ME money. With a letter, John was able to get the opposing attorney to drop all claims against me. Don't be like me: Make John your first choice.
John took the time to understand my situation, the details and nuances surrounding my divorce. He communicated very well. Setting reasonable expectations for me, timing, etc. John was one of the best choices I could have made in the divorce. I am so glad I found him and hired him. Worth it!
Some services these days are only concerned about making sure the fill all the bubbles. John Woodworth was very dedicated to accomplishing a desired outcome. When a wall presented itself he searched for a real solution and was very honest.
Was refered to john by a coworker, called and had the consult right away and was very knowledgeable and took on my case. being the first time with anything like this helped help through the whole process and had my back. Even when i was worried about things he told me what to expect and finished the case with a better result then i originally thought was going to happen. I would recommend John great man.
John is a great cross-examiner. He represented me in a child custody case and did an amazing job. I would highly recommend him to others. He was quick to respond to my calls and my emails and always was well reasoned.
John recently helped my 96 year old grandmother out of a horrible situation involving rental law, restraining orders, and a few felons. He is diligent and thorough. He quickly responded to our emails & phone calls, and patiently answered our questions. He is a creative problem solver and an absolute pro in court. He spent weeks with us and did not stop until the problem was solved. My grandmother was referred to him by Senior and Disability Services and he took on her case pro bono. He is a good man and a very skilled lawyer.
I was under a lot of stress when i contacted John. He cut to the chase in my first visit and laid out a course of action that was clear for me to understand. Not only did he work hard on my case, but he was kind and caring in helping me through the process. I agree with the other review that called his communication 'direct'. He is efficient and deliberate in his explanation of situations and does not try to convey false hope or expectation. I felt like he acted as a lawyer, doing all the legal stuff for the trial, but also that he was like a coach, in the sense that he could tell when i needed help understanding different things, and he would explain it more thoroughly without being condescending. The level of interaction and preparation he put into making my case not only improved the result for me, but gave me confidence during the process. He looks normal and harmless, and he is a nice guy, but he was tenacious and focused like a pro fighter when it came to defending my rights. I will never consider hiring anyone else but him.
John was recommended by a previous client of his that was a friend of mine. She tried to warn me that he was very direct and for the type of person she is that was sometimes hard for her. However, his direct, no bullshit style was exactly what I needed to feel like someone with a good head on their shoulders was helping me. I always felt like he had my best interest in mind and he was honest with me when it was time to fight or time to let it go. He really helped me understand the process and let me ask the confusing questions (sometimes multiple times) so that I could feel comfortable at every step. He also was very honest and gracious with his record keeping in terms of time spent and I always felt like he was using my limited funds wisely and to the best causes. He was also able to recommend another college when there was real estate law involved and was honest that it wasn't his area of expertise. All in all I would absolutely recommend him to anyone who needs his services that is willing to be told the truth upfront and wants to feel like someone is always on their team!