Daniel Margolin

Daniel Margolin is a seasoned family law attorney and the founder of Margolin Family Law, serving clients across Portland, Oregon. With a practice dedicated exclusively to family law litigation, appeals, and collaborative divorce, he blends deep legal knowledge with adaptable strategies tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals.

Daniel earned his Juris Doctor from New York University School of Law, one of the nation’s top legal institutions. Following graduation, he clerked for the Honorable Rex Armstrong at the Oregon Court of Appeals, where he gained firsthand insight into appellate procedure. He later practiced at a local law firm before launching his own family law practice, where he has represented clients since 2005.

Daniel is known for his ability to shift between assertive litigation and interest-based negotiation. He is always focused on securing the best possible outcome. Whether through courtroom advocacy or collaborative resolution, he ensures his clients are empowered to move forward with clarity and confidence after their cases are resolved.

Daniel is an active leader in legal education, regularly presenting at state and national CLE seminars, including Oregon’s Family Law Annual Seminar. He has authored multiple chapters for Oregon State Bar publications and is widely recognized for his work on Collaborative Divorce—his article on the topic was featured as the lead piece in the Oregon State Bar Family Law Newsletter in December 2009.

Daniel Margolin is admitted to the Oregon State Bar and is a member of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section and the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association. He has been recognized in The Oregonian as a family law expert and has argued several cases before the Oregon Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. With a commitment to advocacy and thoughtful legal guidance, he continues to be a trusted name in Oregon family law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Margolin Family Law
• Member, American Bar Association, Family Law Section
• Member, Oregon State Bar
• Member, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• New York University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Awards & Badges