Joel J Kent
SKH Family Law & Estate Planning • Bend, OR
Child CustodyCorporate GovernanceEstate PlanningPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(541) 639-4160
Address
158 NE Greenwood Ave, Bend, OR, 97701, US
Professional
About
Joel J. Kent is the owner and managing shareholder of SKH Family Law & Estate Planning, with a prominent office located in Bend, Oregon. With a robust focus on Corporate Governance, Estate Planning, and Personal Injury law, Joel has established himself as a leading attorney in the field, particularly known for his expertise in high-asset dissolution cases across the state. Since founding the Central Oregon office in 1998, he has successfully represented numerous clients in complex divorces that involve intricate business valuations, custody disputes, and significant property and support issues. With years of litigation experience, Joel is adept at navigating the complexities of divorce cases that intertwine personal and business interests. His commitment to his clients is paralleled by his dedication to the Central Oregon community. Joel believes in giving back, particularly to the youth, and has volunteered as a head coach for the Rimrock Volleyball Club. His coaching has fostered a positive and nurturing environment, emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship, leading to remarkable achievements for his players, including multiple High School Players of the Year and state championships. Joel's contributions extend beyond the courtroom, as he plays a vital role in mentoring young athletes, helping them secure college scholarships and guiding them in their personal and athletic development. His blend of legal expertise and community involvement makes him a respected figure in both the legal and local communities of Bend, Oregon.
About Child Custody Law
Child custody attorneys help parents establish and modify custody arrangements. They advocate for the best interests of children in custody disputes. Common matters include custody disputes, visitation rights, custody modifications, parenting plans.
Credentials
Education
1996 Seattle University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1991 University of Puget Sound BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2025 Top 50 Oregon Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2019 10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys 2017 Best Lawyers Pacific Northwest, Best Lawyers 2016 2016 'Top 50' Oregon Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2015 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
Publications
2013 The Stahancyk Insider Alternatives to Trial
Associations
2021 - Present Central Oregon Volleyball Club Head Coach 2016 - Present Columbia Empire Volleyball Board Member 2007 - Present Deschutes County Family Law Advisory Committee Member 1999 - Present Inns of Court Member 1998 - Present Central Oregon Matrimonial Attorneys Member
Speaking
2016 Advocacy and Its Playgrounds: Father Involvement, Overnights, and Parenting Post-Divorce Parenting Time Litigation Central Oregon 2015 Representation of Children in High Conflict Cases Representing Children 2014 Kiwanis Economic Impact Rimrock 2014 American Inns of Court Business Valuations 2012 Bend Rotary Divorce
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Updated: May 25, 2026