Brad F. Miller
Shareholder
Professional Experience
Bradford F. Miller began working for Stahancyk, Gearing, Rackner & Kent as a law clerk. While in law school, Brad also worked for a law firm specializing in taxation, estate planning, and business transactions and clerked for the Honorable Dennis Hubel, a federal magistrate judge in Portland.
Realizing that his passion lay in family law, Brad returned to the firm, then called Stahancyk, Kent & Hook, and continued to work part-time during the school year, through his bar passage. Having learned the value of good planning, Brad was the primary associate for Senior Shareholder Jody Stahancyk, dealing with all matters related to family law and complex asset divorces.
In March 2012, Brad was elected as a Shareholder of the firm, now known as SKH Family Law & Estate Planning, where he specializes in complex negotiation and resolution of family law issues, from prenuptial agreements to child custody and all matters relating to support and property division. While settlement and mediation is always a preferred path, Brad also has extensive experience in litigation at both the Circuit Court and Court of Appeals of the State of Oregon.
While Brad is primarily based out of our Portland office, he travels statewide to accommodate client needs, usually keeping a docket of a few cases out at the coast, as well as up and down the Willamette Valley.
Education
University of Oregon School of Law
Eugene, OR · J.D.
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO · B.A. English & Religion
Oregon Episcopal School
Portland, OR
Professional Activities
Brad is a native Portlander, and before law school he volunteered at the Portland office of the Federal Public Defender. He was a collegiate tennis player, and during college he coached junior tennis players at the Nike Tennis Camp in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In law school, Brad worked as a tutor to first-year law students learning Contract Law. He was also a Senior Editor of the Journal of Environmental Law and Litigation. He has previously served on the board of the Multnomah County Bar, Young Lawyers Section, Pro Bono Committee. Brad currently is an active member of the Clackamas County Family Law Advisory Committee.
Community Involvement
In 2013, Brad helped bring the Wills for Heroes program to Central Oregon for the first time. Through this program, attorneys volunteer their time and expertise to help first responders and veterans draft wills and other estate planning documents. Brad is also active in the Multnomah County Children’s Representation Project. Brad is active in the committee and governance system at the Multnomah Athletic Club.
Awards and Achievements
- 2018 – 2024 · Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer
- 2012 · Up and Coming Lawyer of 2012, Daily Journal of Commerce
- 2009 – 2013, 2015 – 2017 · Rising Star, Super Lawyers
- 2010-2011 · Pro Bono Honor Roll, Oregon State Bar
Brad has consistently been recognized by his peers as providing elite legal services, first as a Rising Star, then, as an Oregon Super Lawyer in the area of family law. In November 2012, Brad was honored by the Daily Journal of Commerce with the “Up and Coming Lawyer of 2012” award.
Interests
In addition to tennis, Brad is an avid sportsman who enjoys golf and fly-fishing. His formative years were spent dry-fly fishing the Deschutes River, and he tries to return as often as possible. Brad and his family enjoy traveling, wine and testing the limits of their expertise in the kitchen.
"Laurel Hook and her team at SKH are amazing. After working with Laurel we were beyond pleased with the resolution of our complex, family court matter. Hands down we recommend you seek her for representation should you ever need someone. She is incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, compassionate, proactive, and she is the person you want to have with you for the things that matter most."
"I worked through a very difficult 2-year divorce, which resulted in trial. The managed, responsible, respectable, strategic and caring approach Joel, his team and broader firm demonstrated throughout the process, was absolutely incredible. I have never felt so confident or safe in what was a very difficult situation."
"I am so thankful for Brad Miller's excellent representation. He successfully navigated and settled our very complex litigation with skill, creativity and grace. I highly recommend Brad to anyone needing strong representation in the divorce process."
"As an attorney myself, I feel that I am in a position to evaluate lawyers and law firms. The firm, and Brad Miller in particular, is outstanding. Cases are not overstaffed, lawyers are efficient, knowledgeable, and provide a vigorous, aggressive representation. You can't do better."
"Brad Miller and team were wonderful during my recent divorce. During the most difficult time of my life, they were professional, ethical, and kind. During our first meeting, I asked for efficiency and fairness in regards to the divorce and that's exactly what was provided. Brad and team were responsive and straightforward to all of my questions along the way. A++"
"Divorces are always gut-wrenching, confusing, and lonely situations. Brad Miller represented me with compassion and honesty, always focused on filtering out the noise and providing clear and relevant guidance. His strategic perspective and deep understanding of the law make him one of the best. The fact that he is also a good person is a windfall."
"SKH did a great job helping me navigate through a very difficult situation. Brad Miller knew what was in my best interest and fought for me even when I argued with him. He was compassionate, respectful, and very knowledgeable about the law. Thanks, Brad and your team!"
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