Kathy Russell

Ivan M. Karmel represents clients in complex family law and civil litigation matters across state and federal courts in Portland, Oregon. With more than three decades of experience, Mr. Karmel handles a broad range of legal issues including dissolution of marriage, child support and parenting time modifications, defamation, wrongful death, personal injury, construction defect, product liability, medical malpractice, and toxic torts. His approach emphasizes both strategic settlement negotiations and vigorous litigation when necessary. Mr. Karmel has tried several hundred cases and has secured significant verdicts, including the largest in state history for a non-public person in a defamation case. He is recognized for his expertise in custody litigation and representation of sexual minorities.