Sawyer D. Burton

Sawyer Burton knows that behind every case is a person’s future—and he fights relentlessly to protect it while guiding clients with compassion. At Morris Family Law LLC, Sawyer represents clients in divorce, custody, parenting time, child and spousal support matters, and protective orders. He also brings his extensive criminal defense background to the firm, defending clients facing misdemeanors, felonies, and DUII charges.

A seasoned litigator, Sawyer has built his career in the courtroom, standing up for clients in high-stakes situations. He began at Metropolitan Public Defender, where he earned a reputation for fearless advocacy while defending individuals with mental health challenges and those accused of serious criminal offenses. In private practice, he expanded into civil litigation and family law, blending his sharp trial skills with the understanding and sensitivity that family law clients need most.

Originally from Tucson, Arizona, Sawyer earned his undergraduate degree at Hampshire College and pursued graduate research in Hefei, China, where he studied the effects of pesticides on honey bees and became fluent in Mandarin Chinese. He went on to graduate cum laude from Vermont Law School, where he served on the Law Review.

Now admitted to practice in Oregon, Arizona, and the Federal District of Oregon, Sawyer is known for his clear communication, steady guidance, and unwavering dedication. Whether helping a parent fight for time with their child or defending someone against a life-altering charge, Sawyer’s clients know they have an advocate who will listen, stand with them, and fight tirelessly for their future.