Shawn N. Menashe

Shawn is no stranger to family law. He is a product of a divorced family. Thus, choosing family law as a profession has a higher meaning. For Shawn, the choice to become a family law attorney was a matter of "keeping it in the family." While offers loomed from other prominent local business law firms, he decided to join Gevurtz Menashe, the firm founded by his father nearly forty years ago. Family law is his calling. He will tell you that, without a doubt, joining Gevurtz Menashe is a decision he has never regretted. Dedicated to helping clients navigate through difficult times, he inherited a tough-but-sensitive approach to divorce and family law. Common sense and tenacity are hallmarks of his advocacy. He strives to connect with his clients, is committed to open communication, and gives clients his full attention every step of the way. Practicing law, to Shawn, boils down to making a positive difference in people's lives when they need it most. When he's not fearlessly advocating for his clients, Shawn loves good food and cooking. Traveling adds extra spice. You might find him in Napa Valley or Greece enjoying a savory and fragrant repast. Or he might be in the kitchen cooking up a storm for friends and family. He also enjoys golfing, skiing and physical fitness. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Shawn N. Menashe included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Listed in 'The Best Lawyers in America', for Family Law, 2013 – Present Listed as one of the "Top 50 Lawyers in Oregon", Super Lawyers Magazine, 2014 – Present Listed in Super Lawyers Magazine, 2013 - Present Honored by Avvo.com ‘Clients Choice’ Award, 2014 - Present Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine, 2008 - 2012 40 Under 40 Recipient, Portland Business Journal, 2008 Other Sources of Feedback About Shawn N. Menashe Included on the 2026Oregon Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2024 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2023 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2022 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2021 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2020 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2019 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2018 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2017 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2016 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2015 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2014 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2013 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2012 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2011 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2010 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2009 Oregon Super Lawyers list 2008 Oregon Super Lawyers list

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• Frequent speaker at Continuing Legal Education seminars on family law issues for the Multnomah Bar Association, the Oregon State Bar family law section, and the University of Oregon School of Law

• Volunteer Staff Attorney, St. Andrews Legal Clinic, 2005
• Pro Bono Volunteer, Court-Appointed Child Advocate, 2004 to 2012
• Board of Directors Member, The Portland Art Museum, 2018 - Present
• Board Member, Classic Wines Auctions, Inc., 2012 - Present (Auction Co-chair, 2017)
• Board of Directors Member, Make-a-Wish Foundation of Oregon, 2013 - 2019
• Board Member, Make-a-Wish Foundation of Oregon, Junior Board, 2005 - 2013
• Board Member, American Red Cross of Oregon, 2008 - 2015
• Board Member, The Greater Portland/Vancouver Connector Project, 2008
• Black Parent Initiative, Ambassador, 2009
• Green Light Greater Portland, Junior Board Member, 2009
• Co-Chair, Jewish Federation of Oregon, Young Lawyers Section, 2006 - 2016
• Committee Member, Self-Enhancement Inc., "Here+Now" Event, 2006 - 2013
• Committee Member, Jewish Federation of Oregon, Men's Night Out, 2008
• Board Member, Portland Opera, Bel canto Club, 2005 - 2007
• Volunteer Reader, SMART Reading Program, 2000 - 2003
• Charity Event Organizer, Children's Miracle Network, 1999 - 2003

• Oregon, 2003

• Member, Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section, 2003 - Present
• Member, OFLAP, 2003 - Present
• Firm Representative, Court Care, 2008 to 2012
• Chair, Pro Bono Committee, Young Lawyers Section, Multnomah Bar Association, 2006 to 2007
• Member, Pro Bono Committee, Young Lawyers Section, Multnomah Bar Association, 2004 to 2007
• Chair, Family Law Section, American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, 2005 to 2006
• Vice-Chair, Family Law Section, American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, 2004 to 2005
• Member, Gus Solomon Inns of the Court, 2005-2007
• Mid-size Firm Liaison, Campaign for Equal Justice, 2004 to 2007