David I. Bean

Telephone: 503.228.8448
Direct Fax: 503.273.9135
E-mail: dib@wysekadish.com

Education:
J.D., Cornelius Honor Society, Lewis & Clark Law School, 2001
B.A., cum laude, University of Colorado at Boulder, 1996

Admitted to Practice:
Oregon

Areas of Practice:
Divorce
Mediation
Custody
Modifications
Enforcement of judgments
Paternity
Other family law issues

Biography:
David has focused almost exclusively on family law since he began practicing law in Oregon in 2001. His experience lends itself to assisting clients with a variety of issues. David joined the firm as an associate in 2004, and became a partner in 2008.

As a lawyer, as in life, David’s goal is to leave people better off than he found them. While legal matters can be taxing, David’s awareness of his clients’ needs and his ability to communicate serve his clients well. David is grateful for the referrals he receives from his current and former clients. These, along with the many referrals he receives from lawyers, counselors, CPAs, judges and friends are a testament to the fine work David does.

While not practicing law or participating in the community, David enjoys time with his wife, daughters, and dog, Jelly. He has advanced ranks in both kung-fu and karate and loves exploring Portland’s many great restaurants and tasting Oregon Pinots.

David’s legal articles and publications include:
“You May Know Me…,” Multnomah Lawyer, October 2010
Co-Author of Parenting Plans: A Proposal for Oregon. Oregon State Bar Family Law Newsletter, 2006
Co-Author of Austin and Austin Compensatory Spousal Support and the Fatal “Or”. Oregon State Bar Family Law Newsletter, 2004

Speaking Engagements:
“When is a Settlement a Settlement?”, Oregon Law Institute, 23rd Annual Family Law Seminar, 2010
Learning the Ropes: How to Succeed as an Associate at a Mid-Size Firm
What You Need to Know About Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Professionalism for Young Attorneys, MBA CLE Program, 2006

Professional Organizations:
American Bar Association
Multnomah Bar Association
Clackamas County Bar Association
Multnomah County Family Law Group
Owen M. Panner Inn of Court
Oregon Academy of Family Law Practitioners

Community Activities:
Past President of the Board of Directors of the Young Lawyers Section of the Multnomah Bar Association
Multnomah County Family Law Group – Communications Director
Multnomah Bar Association Mid-Sized Firm Roundtable – Founder, Co-Chair
Campaign for Equal Justice Advisory Committee – Volunteer
Jefferson High School – Mock Trial Coach, 2003-2005
Legal Aid Services of Oregon’s Domestic Violence Project – Volunteer
Lewis & Clark Law School – Class Agent
Pro Bono Committee of Legal Aid Services of Oregon & The Oregon Law Center (Former Chair)
Owen M. Panner American Inn of Court – Officer