Atty. Alan Pasternack
Mr. Alan Pasternack is a lawyer practicing public finance, business, tax credits and 2 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 37+ Years Experience
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About Alan Pasternack at a Glance
Alan Pasternack is an Attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1989), District of Columbia (1991), Oregon (1999), and Washington (2020). Educated at Golden Gate University, School of Taxation (M.S. Taxation, 2004) and Cornell University (J.D., 1988). Active member of Associations American Bar Association Forum on Affordable Housing and Community Development Law Governing Committee Oregon State Bar Association. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan Pasternack
- Mr. Alan Pasternack is a lawyer practicing public finance, business, tax credits and 2 other areas of law
- Alan received a M.S. degree from Golden Gate University, School of Taxation in 2004, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Alan practices in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Alan Pasternack's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Pasternack handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Alan Pasternack is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Real Estate Law in Portland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Alan Pasternack is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oregon →
Tax Law in Portland
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Alan Pasternack is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Oregon →
Government & Administrative Law in Portland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Alan Pasternack is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
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 venue, 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.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Alan Pasternack
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan Pasternack's practice in the field of business, real estate, tax, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan Pasternack brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, District of Columbia, and Oregon, Alan Pasternack can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and tax, Alan Pasternack can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Alan Pasternack attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Alan Pasternack Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Alan Pasternack has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Alan Pasternack directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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