Catalyst Law Welcomes New Team Members & Celebrates Key Staff Transitions in 2025

At Catalyst Law, LLC, we believe that change brings growth, and 2025 brought several exciting staff updates to our purpose-driven law firm. While we’re always grateful for the contributions of previous colleagues, we’re energized by the strength of our current team, ready to serve clients from our Portland office in the Pearl District, our King City location, and virtually via Zoom.

Amanda Caffall Returns to Catalyst

In March, Attorney Amanda Caffall rejoined Catalyst after eight impactful years in public service. Amanda was the founding Executive Director of The Commons Law Center, a nonprofit law firm she and Kimberly established, along with countless other dedicated volunteers and employees, to expand access to affordable legal services across Oregon. We’re overjoyed to welcome her back into private practice with our firm.

Amanda’s return strengthens our commitment to values-based legal practice. Her work at Catalyst now centers on:

  • Estate Planning
  • Probate and Trust Administration
  • Nonprofit and charitable organization law

Recognized for her leadership and innovation, Amanda is a Fastcase 50 Awardee and recipient of the Oregon State Bar President’s Technology and Innovation Award. She is a graduate of Western Washington University and Lewis & Clark Law School, and she balances her thriving legal career with the joys of raising two energetic kids in the Portland-area.

Additional Staff Transitions in 2025

We’re also excited to share two more updates:

  • Amy Gombart, based in the King City and Portland offices, began in Fall 2025 as Paralegal after obtaining her paralegal certificate from Portland Community College and serving as a volunteer for The Commons Law Center.
  • Melissa Stott, based in our King City office, transitioned into a new role as Legal Assistant, providing support for returning and active client matters.

About Catalyst Law, LLC

Based in Portland, Oregon, Catalyst Law is a woman-owned, mission-driven law firm offering trusted legal counsel in estate planning, probate, trust administration, business and nonprofit law, and tax law. Our team serves clients throughout the State of Oregon, with a focus on serving Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, and Yamhill counties, from our two conveniently located offices in Portland and King City/Tigard.

Whether you’re planning your legacy, managing a loved one’s estate, or growing a mission-driven organization, our dedicated attorneys are here to help—online or in person.

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