Portland Divorce Mediation Fees: Matthew House, J.D.
My Transparent Fee Structure
I understand that couples and families going through a divorce are probably experiencing some level of financial stress. I strive to provide an efficient process with the lowest total fees of any law-degreed divorce mediator with similar experience in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. After the consultation, the Standard Fee is $246 per hour. There are three basic fee categories:
Please note that #3 applies whenever you have a minor child (0-17 years old). Whether you do or do not also have a child 18-20 years old who is attending postsecondary education, the fee Structure is the same, as long as you have at least one child 17 or younger.
- Fee Structure #1: You have no children under 21 years of age.
- Fee Structure #2: You have one or more children 18-20 years of age attending postsecondary education, but none younger than 18
- Fee Structure #3: You have one or more minor children (0-17 years old)
Please note that #3 applies whenever you have a minor child (0-17 years old). Whether you do or do not also have a child 18-20 years old who is attending postsecondary education, the fee Structure is the same, as long as you have at least one child 17 or younger.
Mediation fees do NOT include:
- Paralegal fee of $500 paid directly to the independent paralegal (optional but highly recommended, so that you do not have fill out your own divorce forms or file them). Here is a description of her services.
- Filing fee: As of March 12, 2026, the filing fee is $301. If you want to check the most current fee schedule for the filing fee, you may do so by clicking here.
- If you have minor children, Oregon law requires a specific divorce parenting class. The fee ($70 to $200) is paid to the course administrator at the time that you register for the class.