Atty. Aaron Jay Besen

Atty. Aaron Jay Besen

Aaron Jay Besen is a lawyer practicing health care, business law, taxation and 4 other areas of law. Aaron received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Portland Portland 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Aaron Jay Besen at a glance

Aaron Jay Besen is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Sussman Shank LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, tax, and health care. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1985), Washington (1986), and U.S. Tax Court (1989). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Colgate University (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Aaron Jay Besen is a lawyer practicing health care, business law, taxation and 4 other areas of law
  • Aaron received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Aaron practices at Sussman Shank LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Aaron Jay Besen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Aaron Jay Besen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Aaron Jay Besen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Aaron Jay Besen is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Aaron Jay Besen is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oregon →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Aaron Jay Besen is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Oregon →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Aaron Jay Besen is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Aaron Jay Besen

Where is Aaron Jay Besen's law office located?
Aaron Jay Besen's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Sussman Shank LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Aaron Jay Besen handle?
Aaron Jay Besen focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, tax, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Aaron Jay Besen practiced law?
Aaron Jay Besen has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Aaron Jay Besen go to law school?
Aaron Jay Besen earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Aaron Jay Besen for a consultation?
You can contact Aaron Jay Besen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Aaron Jay Besen received?
Aaron Jay Besen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
Colgate University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1985
Washington
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1989

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