Our Story
2014
Navigate Law Group was founded in December 2014 by Amber Rush, Eli Marchbanks, and Colin McHugh, originally named MRM Law Group, PLLC. All three attorneys worked together at a prior law firm in Spokane, Washington. They wanted to work on the west side of the state, and were planning on being based out of Portland, Oregon. They landed in Vancouver, Washington because they were only licensed in Washington at the time and needed to take the Oregon bar exam still. They launched Navigate Law Group (formerly MRM Law Group) in Vancouver in the meantime (close to Portland, but still in Washington state), and started getting plugged in while studying for the Oregon bar exam. It turns out that they loved legal practice and life in Vancouver, and by the time they took and passed the Oregon bar exam they didn’t want to just abandon Vancouver. They had splashed into the Vancouver scene, were very technology savvy and efficient, and were providing high quality legal representation. Instead, they opened up a second office in Portland and practiced out of both.
2015
In October 2015, Navigate Law Group hired their first attorney employee and added another attorney partner. Attorneys and staff were being drawn in because of the efficient business structure and firm culture that places a high value on wellness of the individual in order to do our best work. Four other attorneys joined in January 2016, including three additional partners, and we have been off to the races ever since.
Today
Navigate Law Group is now a mid-sized firm located in Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon. A perfect size to be an efficient and tight knit group. Our attorneys vary in practice area focus, backgrounds, and years of experience, which makes us a dynamic and well-equipped group to handle complex and simple legal issues. Navigate attorneys love their practice and work extremely hard protecting their clients’ best interests at all times.
Navigate Law Group prides itself on having a flexible, client-focused model. Attorneys are able to choose the fee structure that serves their clients the best. We focus on billing models that make sense for our clients, so our attorneys can focus on providing value and expert legal advice.
It’s About Our Community!
Navigate values giving back to our community in order to provide true access to the justice system. Our attorneys volunteer numerous hours each month in a variety of settings around the community.
We diligently volunteer every month with the Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program (providing free legal help to low-income individuals), the YWCA (providing free legal help to victims of domestic violence), and the Veterans Legal Institute (providing free legal help to homeless, at risk, disabled and low income current and former service members).
At the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic Navigate Law Group also jumped into action when almost all of the local in-person free legal clinics had to shut down because in-person assistance could no longer be offered. We founded the weekly Clark County Virtual Legal Clinic to ensure the community could still have access to speak to an attorney for free if needed. This is a virtual free legal clinic where legal advice is provided remotely to the public. The Navigate attorneys volunteer their time every Thursday evening at this clinic to advise people in free 20-minute one-on-one phone calls and discuss a variety of legal issues – regardless of income levels.
Navigate Law Group also partnered with the Clark County Superior Courthouse and helped to create the Pro se Docket Legal Clinic each week. At this weekly clinic, our attorneys volunteer to help the Commissioners and unrepresented litigants with procedural questions and paperwork during their hearings. The legal system can be really complicated and it has really helped to have a volunteer attorney on hand to help out with documents or instructions when people are trying to handle their legal issues without an attorney.
Navigate Law Group values social justice work and giving back to the community, in addition to our private legal practice. Our clinics and volunteer efforts are well-attended and appreciated by the community. It directly provides people easy access to the justice system.
Combined Years Experience
5-star Google Reviews
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Mission & Values
Protecting our clients is our mission. Period. Navigate attorneys are strong legal advocates and wise counselors. We have knowledgeable and skilled attorneys who practice in the areas of family law, estate planning, civil litigation, employment, business, hospitality law, and more. We pride ourselves in clear and frequent communication to ensure our clients are right there with us through the process. At Navigate, attorneys and clients are a team, and work together to chart the best course for each unique situation. Our clients always come first, and we strive to protect what matters most.
Great Communication
Efficient communication is key to Navigate Law Group. We take pride in making sure everyone is on the same page, so you can make informed and educated decisions about your legal matters. After all, we’re not just your lawyers; we’re your teammates.
Knowledgeable
We have knowledgeable and skilled attorneys who practice in the areas of family law, estate planning, civil litigation, employment law, business law, personal injury, hospitality law, and more. Whatever your needs are, we make sure you are protected.
Diligent Representation
We are zealous advocates for our clients’ position, in and out of the courtrooms. We make sure our clients understand their legal rights, obligations, and practical implications. Our attorneys are competent, prompt, diligent, and handle all legal matters with sensitivity and confidence.
Strong Advocacy
Our team has a client-centered approach to advocacy. We really listen to what the client wants and what a desired outcome looks like. We look at the legal matter and all contingencies, evaluate sensitive issues in and around the legal problems, and proceed with advocating zealously for the best outcome in our client’s matter.
Reasonable Costs
Navigate focuses on bringing value to our clients. We take a practical approach to the practice of law and solving legal issues. We work with our clients to provide the scope of legal help they actually need and want. We listen and come up with creative and cost-effective solutions.
Awards & Recognition
Company-wide
Innovator of the Year | 2021 Business Growth Award Winners
Navigate Law Group has been identified by The Vancouver Business Journal as one of the 2021 Business Growth Award winners in Vancouver, Washington.
Who is The Vancouver Business Journal?
The Vancouver Business Journal has been chronicling Southwest Washington’s business community for more than two decades. Locally owned and operated by Brown Warrior Publishing since 2004, our mission is clear: to provide readers with high-quality, comprehensive coverage of local and regional business – with a commitment to integrity.

Best Family Lawyers in Vancouver, WA | 2020
Navigate Law Group has been identified by Expertise as one of the Best Family Lawyers in Vancouver, Washington.
Who is Expertise? Our proprietary research and selection process identifies the top service professionals in over 200 different industries across the top cities in the United States. Every month we help over 10M customers find the best qualified service professional for their needs. To date, we’ve analyzed over 10M companies and have generated $200M in revenue for the local businesses we feature on our site.

Green Business Spotlight: Navigate Law Group
“Navigate Law Group certified as a Green Business in 2016. Over the years they have continued to expand their green practices, and they are a nominee for a 2020 Green Awards in the small business category. Around the office, Navigate considers sustainability in every decision. ” – Clark County Green Business
Who is Clark County Green Business? The Clark County Green Business Program recognizes businesses for environmental excellence through onsite assistance and verification of green business practices. The program provides an environmental assessment, resources, and assistance to businesses seeking a structured approach to implementing green initiatives and measuring results.
Attorney Specific

Amber M. Rushbanks (Rush)
Attorney/Co-Owner
Family Law
- Super Lawyers 2023 WA Rising Stars List
- 2023 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2020 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2019 WA Rising Stars List
- Accomplished & Under 40 Award 2017 - Vancouver Business Journal
- CCBA Rising Star Award 2016
- WYLC Local Leader Award 2015

Chelsie M. Elliott
Attorney/Co-Owner
Family Law
- 2023 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List
- Accomplished & Under 40 Award 2021 – Vancouver Business Journal
- Super Lawyers 2020 WA Rising Stars List
- Volunteer of the Month | March 2020 - Clark County Volunteer Lawyer Program
- WYLC Public Service and Leadership Award 2019

Anna K. Russo
Senior Attorney
Family Law
- 2023 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
- Volunteer of the Month | August 2019 – Clark County Volunteer Lawyer Program

Colin F. McHugh
Attorney/Co-Owner
Employment Law | Personal Injury law | Business Law | Civil Litigation
- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List
- Accomplished & Under 40 Award 2021 – Vancouver Business Journal
- Super Lawyers 2020 WA Rising Stars List

Tanya M. Green
Senior Attorney
Family Law
- 2023 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List
- Volunteer of the Year | 2020 – Clark County Volunteer Lawyer Program
- Volunteer of the Month | October 2019 – Clark County Volunteer Lawyer Program

- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List

Trevor J. Cartales
Attorney/Co-Owner
- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List

Josi R. Howard
Senior Attorney
Estate Planning | Estate & Trust Administration
- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List
- Super Lawyers 2021 WA Rising Stars List

- Super Lawyers 2022 WA Rising Stars List

- 2022 Lawyers for Warriors - Veteran Advocate of the Year
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Address
Vancouver Office
1310 Main St.
Vancouver, WA 98660
Portland Office
111 SW 5th Avenue, Ste 3150
Portland, OR 97204
Office Hours
Monday – Friday
9 am – 5 pm
Except for Holidays
We can sometimes accommodate other times upon request.