Tom Brasier
Portland, OR
Licensed for 13 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
Attorney Tom Brasier founded Brasier Law and handles all aspects of Family Law cases. He is a highly qualified Family-Law attorney serving the greater Portland, OR and Clark County, WA areas. While the bulk of his work is with divorces and child custody, he regularly handles adoptions, child support matters, restraining orders and anything else that touches on the legal aspects of domestic relations. He takes an honest approach to complex issues and works hard to find a resolution that suits his client and everyone involved. Since many of the cases Tom deals with have to do with children, he makes a great effort to ensure that children’s welfare is at the forefront of his priorities. Tom is a native of the Portland area who holds great affection for the city and its people. He previously worked in a criminal defense firm in Oakland, California before moving back to Portland with his family. His free time is spent with his wife and two children, playing tennis, golf, and kayaking with his children, and involving himself in the community. In addition to his legal work, Mr. Brasier works pro bono for low-income children in his spare time. Having done his undergraduate studies in Portland and being a native of the area, Tom is happy to be able to give back. He has been admitted to the Oregon and Washington Bar and the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. He holds membership in the Multnomah Bar Association and the American Bar Association.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Child support
Divorce and separation
Family
Language
English
Contact
1001 SW 5th Ave Ste 1100Portland, OR, 97204 Office (503) 220-1624 1001 SW 5th Ave Ste 1100Portland, OR, 97204 Office (503) 220-1624(503) 220-1624
Office: (503) 536-1858
Website: N/AReviews
Tom Brasier got me results for less money and in less time than my previous attorney. I have already given his name to friends and family in need of a family law attorney. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Tom Brasier is a smart, honest, hard-working attorney who treats you like a person, not just a paycheck. He went above and beyond for me but always in such a manner that was professional and courteous. Tom Brasier is the only family law attorney I would feel confident enough to refer to a friend or family member. Here is what I found he has to offer: ~Professionalism ~Competency ~Honesty ~Respect ~Compassion ~RESULTS I really appreciated his services and he was a pleasure to work with.
I reached out to Tom Brasier to take on my Jurisdiction issue from California to Oregon. I knew it would be a very intricate case so I did my research because it mattered deeply to me to get it right the first time. I needed to find someone who won't make it sound ok or sugar coat it. Tom from the get go read my documents and let me know exactly where I stand and because my ex causes me a tremendous amount of stress he talked me through alot! I mean A LOT!!!! My case went better then expected 10 fold and he is a very interesting person to speak to as well. I highly recommend beyond doubt to allow TOM BRASIER be your Legal Counsel! your Attorney!!
I was recommended to Tom Brasier through a friend of a family member. Tom helped me through a difficult divorce/child custody case and he was very insightful, knowledgeable, and helpful every step of the way. He kept me up to date on what was going on and helped me feel prepared for everything that needed to be done. I was extremely happy with the result and so grateful to have such an experienced attorney on my side.
Tom hit it out of the park for me! I would use him again in a heartbeat. If you're on the fence between Tom and another attorney - go with Tom. I've worked with a few attorneys over the years in Portland - Tom is by far the best I've had. My ex-wife and I were disagreeing with parenting time and my son's wellbeing when all of a sudden I was slapped with a Restraining Order (based on lies). The RO was used as a tool against me to prevent me from exercising parenting time. If I lost my hearing where I got to contest it, it would have been disastrous for me and my family! Tom was able to explain all the potential avenues we could take and navigate me through the entire process which really helped me calm my nerves. When we went to court, Tom's steady demeanor helped me again remain confident that we could win. In the end, it wasn't even close - Tom helped me get the RO dismissed in it's entirety!! I plan to keep him on retainer for whenever I need help with any more drama that may come up throughout the years. Tom is well worth it! I have zero complaints. I wouldn't be where I am today without him!
I couldn't disagree more with the 2 "anonymous" reviews on here. ( I never put any value to reviews that are "anonymous" ) I've had one attorney prior to Tom. Tom is definitely not motivated by trying to make money off his clients. These processes are expensive, period. Especially if you're involved in a contentious legal battle. I find Tom straight forward, fair in his costs, & he did an excellent job for me in court for an emergency order. These types of legal battles can be emotionally taxing, Hire a good therapist to help you through the emotional stress. Your attorney is there to fight the legal issues for you in a court of law. Tom did an excellent job with utilizing the right evidence I provided him to get my Emergency Order.
If your looking for a lawyer to handle your divorce I highly recommend Tom Brasier. Mr Brasier handled mine quickly, professionally, and either he or his office assistant Alex were available or got back to me in a timely matter. They made a bad time easily bearable and far less stressful than I imagined. Again I highly recommend Mr Brasier and his staff.
Tom was the perfect partner to help with gaining custody of my children. He not only had the knowledge to be more than successful in the end, but along the way he was kind enough to provide me with cogent and candid advice that was in my best interest. He will be honest when he doesn't entirely agree, but is more than willing to take direction from his clients if it's important to them. He understands the complexities of these kinds of law, and the complexities that real life imposes on getting the best outcome.
Tom Brasier recently helped my brother establish paternity for his daughter and then agreed to continue on as his attorney to help him gain full parental custody. This was not an easy case by any means as there were many challenges throughout the process. Tom was very knowledgeable and explained things so that our family was aware of what to expect throughout the entire process. He was always professional and honest with us. He was very personable and knew all of us by first name within only a couple of meetings. During the court hearings I had an opportunity to remain in the courtroom. Mr. Brasier was confident in his interaction with the Judge and his arguments for our case were outstanding in comparison to the other attorney. You could tell he was prepared and new from personal experience how to successfully address the Judge presiding over our case. He did so well that the last court date that was expected to be a full day ended up being only a couple of hours with no testimony having to be brought before the judge. He had successfully negotiated the case himself in the Judge's chambers and was able to win my brother full custody of his daughter. I am so thankful my brother found Tom as his attorney! He went above and beyond and was able to get my niece removed from a harmful living situation to the arms of a father who loved her and wanted to provide a stable loving home life! Our family will be forever grateful!
I'm really not sure how there are even any negative reviews on here about Tom at all. There is not one thing in either of those reviews that even slightly resembles my experiences with Tom. I initially hired Tom several years back to gain access to my daughter. Since my daughter's birth, her mother refused to let me see her. I was young and naive and paralyzed by the legal system. I have no idea how to navigate the courts and gain access to my daughter. I tried to file a motion on my own and could not even get the paperwork filled out correctly to get my motion into court and of course the court clerks cannot offer legal advice or make suggestions. I didn't make good money and I had spoke with a few attorneys to get an idea of cost. I was quoted 15,000-25,000. One attorney wanted a $7,500 retainer and the other wanted $10,000. I was crushed. I was referred to Tom by a friend and I had a consultation with him. He told me how he could help me and outlined a plan of action. He was very confident that he would gain me access to my daughter. The cost he estimated was much less than the other attorney's and quite frankly he seemed much more knowledgeable and competent than the other two attorneys I had met with. The retainer is what really made this possible for me. Tom's retainer was very reasonable and allowed me to afford his services even with my lower income job. He went right into action and we filed for Custody/Visitation. I had questions all along the way and he gave me detailed and informed answers. As nerve racking as going court can be I was actually very confident with the whole ordeal with Tom as my council. I was aware a healthy amount of parenting time and have a fantastic relationship with my daughter today. It was a rough go at first but it was the best decision I have ever made. I only wish I met Tom earlier. Last year I called on Tom again for legal help. I was getting divorced and hired Tom to represent me. The whole thing was resolved in less than a month. I got to keep my house... if you know what I'm saying. I'm really thankful to have met Tom. I've heaped enough praise on Tom. I also wanted to comment on his staff. His assistant Alex actually was very helpful during this whole process as well. I spoke with him on a few occasions when Tom was not available and Alex knew all the details about my case and had answers to many of my questions. I don't leave too many reviews on the internet. Mostly because my time is important to me and I can think of 100 things I'd rather be doing, like riding dirt bikes with my daughter or going taking her fishing. Well, I wouldn't be able to do those things without Tom's help so I wanted to take the time to share my experience. I happily recommend Tom Brasier to friends and family, and anyone taking the time to read this. Cheers.
Tom Brasier got me results for less money and in less time than my previous attorney. I have already given his name to friends and family in need of a family law attorney. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Tom Brasier is a smart, honest, hard-working attorney who treats you like a person, not just a paycheck. He went above and beyond for me but always in such a manner that was professional and courteous. Tom Brasier is the only family law attorney I would feel confident enough to refer to a friend or family member. Here is what I found he has to offer: ~Professionalism ~Competency ~Honesty ~Respect ~Compassion ~RESULTS I really appreciated his services and he was a pleasure to work with.
I reached out to Tom Brasier to take on my Jurisdiction issue from California to Oregon. I knew it would be a very intricate case so I did my research because it mattered deeply to me to get it right the first time. I needed to find someone who won't make it sound ok or sugar coat it. Tom from the get go read my documents and let me know exactly where I stand and because my ex causes me a tremendous amount of stress he talked me through alot! I mean A LOT!!!! My case went better then expected 10 fold and he is a very interesting person to speak to as well. I highly recommend beyond doubt to allow TOM BRASIER be your Legal Counsel! your Attorney!!
I was recommended to Tom Brasier through a friend of a family member. Tom helped me through a difficult divorce/child custody case and he was very insightful, knowledgeable, and helpful every step of the way. He kept me up to date on what was going on and helped me feel prepared for everything that needed to be done. I was extremely happy with the result and so grateful to have such an experienced attorney on my side.
Tom hit it out of the park for me! I would use him again in a heartbeat. If you're on the fence between Tom and another attorney - go with Tom. I've worked with a few attorneys over the years in Portland - Tom is by far the best I've had. My ex-wife and I were disagreeing with parenting time and my son's wellbeing when all of a sudden I was slapped with a Restraining Order (based on lies). The RO was used as a tool against me to prevent me from exercising parenting time. If I lost my hearing where I got to contest it, it would have been disastrous for me and my family! Tom was able to explain all the potential avenues we could take and navigate me through the entire process which really helped me calm my nerves. When we went to court, Tom's steady demeanor helped me again remain confident that we could win. In the end, it wasn't even close - Tom helped me get the RO dismissed in it's entirety!! I plan to keep him on retainer for whenever I need help with any more drama that may come up throughout the years. Tom is well worth it! I have zero complaints. I wouldn't be where I am today without him!
I couldn't disagree more with the 2 "anonymous" reviews on here. ( I never put any value to reviews that are "anonymous" ) I've had one attorney prior to Tom. Tom is definitely not motivated by trying to make money off his clients. These processes are expensive, period. Especially if you're involved in a contentious legal battle. I find Tom straight forward, fair in his costs, & he did an excellent job for me in court for an emergency order. These types of legal battles can be emotionally taxing, Hire a good therapist to help you through the emotional stress. Your attorney is there to fight the legal issues for you in a court of law. Tom did an excellent job with utilizing the right evidence I provided him to get my Emergency Order.
If your looking for a lawyer to handle your divorce I highly recommend Tom Brasier. Mr Brasier handled mine quickly, professionally, and either he or his office assistant Alex were available or got back to me in a timely matter. They made a bad time easily bearable and far less stressful than I imagined. Again I highly recommend Mr Brasier and his staff.
Tom was the perfect partner to help with gaining custody of my children. He not only had the knowledge to be more than successful in the end, but along the way he was kind enough to provide me with cogent and candid advice that was in my best interest. He will be honest when he doesn't entirely agree, but is more than willing to take direction from his clients if it's important to them. He understands the complexities of these kinds of law, and the complexities that real life imposes on getting the best outcome.
Tom Brasier recently helped my brother establish paternity for his daughter and then agreed to continue on as his attorney to help him gain full parental custody. This was not an easy case by any means as there were many challenges throughout the process. Tom was very knowledgeable and explained things so that our family was aware of what to expect throughout the entire process. He was always professional and honest with us. He was very personable and knew all of us by first name within only a couple of meetings. During the court hearings I had an opportunity to remain in the courtroom. Mr. Brasier was confident in his interaction with the Judge and his arguments for our case were outstanding in comparison to the other attorney. You could tell he was prepared and new from personal experience how to successfully address the Judge presiding over our case. He did so well that the last court date that was expected to be a full day ended up being only a couple of hours with no testimony having to be brought before the judge. He had successfully negotiated the case himself in the Judge's chambers and was able to win my brother full custody of his daughter. I am so thankful my brother found Tom as his attorney! He went above and beyond and was able to get my niece removed from a harmful living situation to the arms of a father who loved her and wanted to provide a stable loving home life! Our family will be forever grateful!
I'm really not sure how there are even any negative reviews on here about Tom at all. There is not one thing in either of those reviews that even slightly resembles my experiences with Tom. I initially hired Tom several years back to gain access to my daughter. Since my daughter's birth, her mother refused to let me see her. I was young and naive and paralyzed by the legal system. I have no idea how to navigate the courts and gain access to my daughter. I tried to file a motion on my own and could not even get the paperwork filled out correctly to get my motion into court and of course the court clerks cannot offer legal advice or make suggestions. I didn't make good money and I had spoke with a few attorneys to get an idea of cost. I was quoted 15,000-25,000. One attorney wanted a $7,500 retainer and the other wanted $10,000. I was crushed. I was referred to Tom by a friend and I had a consultation with him. He told me how he could help me and outlined a plan of action. He was very confident that he would gain me access to my daughter. The cost he estimated was much less than the other attorney's and quite frankly he seemed much more knowledgeable and competent than the other two attorneys I had met with. The retainer is what really made this possible for me. Tom's retainer was very reasonable and allowed me to afford his services even with my lower income job. He went right into action and we filed for Custody/Visitation. I had questions all along the way and he gave me detailed and informed answers. As nerve racking as going court can be I was actually very confident with the whole ordeal with Tom as my council. I was aware a healthy amount of parenting time and have a fantastic relationship with my daughter today. It was a rough go at first but it was the best decision I have ever made. I only wish I met Tom earlier. Last year I called on Tom again for legal help. I was getting divorced and hired Tom to represent me. The whole thing was resolved in less than a month. I got to keep my house... if you know what I'm saying. I'm really thankful to have met Tom. I've heaped enough praise on Tom. I also wanted to comment on his staff. His assistant Alex actually was very helpful during this whole process as well. I spoke with him on a few occasions when Tom was not available and Alex knew all the details about my case and had answers to many of my questions. I don't leave too many reviews on the internet. Mostly because my time is important to me and I can think of 100 things I'd rather be doing, like riding dirt bikes with my daughter or going taking her fishing. Well, I wouldn't be able to do those things without Tom's help so I wanted to take the time to share my experience. I happily recommend Tom Brasier to friends and family, and anyone taking the time to read this. Cheers.
Tom Brasier got me results for less money and in less time than my previous attorney. I have already given his name to friends and family in need of a family law attorney. I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Tom Brasier is a smart, honest, hard-working attorney who treats you like a person, not just a paycheck. He went above and beyond for me but always in such a manner that was professional and courteous. Tom Brasier is the only family law attorney I would feel confident enough to refer to a friend or family member. Here is what I found he has to offer: ~Professionalism ~Competency ~Honesty ~Respect ~Compassion ~RESULTS I really appreciated his services and he was a pleasure to work with.
I reached out to Tom Brasier to take on my Jurisdiction issue from California to Oregon. I knew it would be a very intricate case so I did my research because it mattered deeply to me to get it right the first time. I needed to find someone who won't make it sound ok or sugar coat it. Tom from the get go read my documents and let me know exactly where I stand and because my ex causes me a tremendous amount of stress he talked me through alot! I mean A LOT!!!! My case went better then expected 10 fold and he is a very interesting person to speak to as well. I highly recommend beyond doubt to allow TOM BRASIER be your Legal Counsel! your Attorney!!
I was recommended to Tom Brasier through a friend of a family member. Tom helped me through a difficult divorce/child custody case and he was very insightful, knowledgeable, and helpful every step of the way. He kept me up to date on what was going on and helped me feel prepared for everything that needed to be done. I was extremely happy with the result and so grateful to have such an experienced attorney on my side.
Tom hit it out of the park for me! I would use him again in a heartbeat. If you're on the fence between Tom and another attorney - go with Tom. I've worked with a few attorneys over the years in Portland - Tom is by far the best I've had. My ex-wife and I were disagreeing with parenting time and my son's wellbeing when all of a sudden I was slapped with a Restraining Order (based on lies). The RO was used as a tool against me to prevent me from exercising parenting time. If I lost my hearing where I got to contest it, it would have been disastrous for me and my family! Tom was able to explain all the potential avenues we could take and navigate me through the entire process which really helped me calm my nerves. When we went to court, Tom's steady demeanor helped me again remain confident that we could win. In the end, it wasn't even close - Tom helped me get the RO dismissed in it's entirety!! I plan to keep him on retainer for whenever I need help with any more drama that may come up throughout the years. Tom is well worth it! I have zero complaints. I wouldn't be where I am today without him!
I couldn't disagree more with the 2 "anonymous" reviews on here. ( I never put any value to reviews that are "anonymous" ) I've had one attorney prior to Tom. Tom is definitely not motivated by trying to make money off his clients. These processes are expensive, period. Especially if you're involved in a contentious legal battle. I find Tom straight forward, fair in his costs, & he did an excellent job for me in court for an emergency order. These types of legal battles can be emotionally taxing, Hire a good therapist to help you through the emotional stress. Your attorney is there to fight the legal issues for you in a court of law. Tom did an excellent job with utilizing the right evidence I provided him to get my Emergency Order.
If your looking for a lawyer to handle your divorce I highly recommend Tom Brasier. Mr Brasier handled mine quickly, professionally, and either he or his office assistant Alex were available or got back to me in a timely matter. They made a bad time easily bearable and far less stressful than I imagined. Again I highly recommend Mr Brasier and his staff.
Tom was the perfect partner to help with gaining custody of my children. He not only had the knowledge to be more than successful in the end, but along the way he was kind enough to provide me with cogent and candid advice that was in my best interest. He will be honest when he doesn't entirely agree, but is more than willing to take direction from his clients if it's important to them. He understands the complexities of these kinds of law, and the complexities that real life imposes on getting the best outcome.
Tom Brasier recently helped my brother establish paternity for his daughter and then agreed to continue on as his attorney to help him gain full parental custody. This was not an easy case by any means as there were many challenges throughout the process. Tom was very knowledgeable and explained things so that our family was aware of what to expect throughout the entire process. He was always professional and honest with us. He was very personable and knew all of us by first name within only a couple of meetings. During the court hearings I had an opportunity to remain in the courtroom. Mr. Brasier was confident in his interaction with the Judge and his arguments for our case were outstanding in comparison to the other attorney. You could tell he was prepared and new from personal experience how to successfully address the Judge presiding over our case. He did so well that the last court date that was expected to be a full day ended up being only a couple of hours with no testimony having to be brought before the judge. He had successfully negotiated the case himself in the Judge's chambers and was able to win my brother full custody of his daughter. I am so thankful my brother found Tom as his attorney! He went above and beyond and was able to get my niece removed from a harmful living situation to the arms of a father who loved her and wanted to provide a stable loving home life! Our family will be forever grateful!
I'm really not sure how there are even any negative reviews on here about Tom at all. There is not one thing in either of those reviews that even slightly resembles my experiences with Tom. I initially hired Tom several years back to gain access to my daughter. Since my daughter's birth, her mother refused to let me see her. I was young and naive and paralyzed by the legal system. I have no idea how to navigate the courts and gain access to my daughter. I tried to file a motion on my own and could not even get the paperwork filled out correctly to get my motion into court and of course the court clerks cannot offer legal advice or make suggestions. I didn't make good money and I had spoke with a few attorneys to get an idea of cost. I was quoted 15,000-25,000. One attorney wanted a $7,500 retainer and the other wanted $10,000. I was crushed. I was referred to Tom by a friend and I had a consultation with him. He told me how he could help me and outlined a plan of action. He was very confident that he would gain me access to my daughter. The cost he estimated was much less than the other attorney's and quite frankly he seemed much more knowledgeable and competent than the other two attorneys I had met with. The retainer is what really made this possible for me. Tom's retainer was very reasonable and allowed me to afford his services even with my lower income job. He went right into action and we filed for Custody/Visitation. I had questions all along the way and he gave me detailed and informed answers. As nerve racking as going court can be I was actually very confident with the whole ordeal with Tom as my council. I was aware a healthy amount of parenting time and have a fantastic relationship with my daughter today. It was a rough go at first but it was the best decision I have ever made. I only wish I met Tom earlier. Last year I called on Tom again for legal help. I was getting divorced and hired Tom to represent me. The whole thing was resolved in less than a month. I got to keep my house... if you know what I'm saying. I'm really thankful to have met Tom. I've heaped enough praise on Tom. I also wanted to comment on his staff. His assistant Alex actually was very helpful during this whole process as well. I spoke with him on a few occasions when Tom was not available and Alex knew all the details about my case and had answers to many of my questions. I don't leave too many reviews on the internet. Mostly because my time is important to me and I can think of 100 things I'd rather be doing, like riding dirt bikes with my daughter or going taking her fishing. Well, I wouldn't be able to do those things without Tom's help so I wanted to take the time to share my experience. I happily recommend Tom Brasier to friends and family, and anyone taking the time to read this. Cheers.