Atty. Barbara A Brainard

Atty. Barbara A Brainard

Ms. Barbara A Brainard is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, employment law and labor relations, labor and employment and 1 other area of law.

Portland Portland 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara A Brainard at a glance

Barbara A Brainard is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Stoel Rives LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1980) and Washington U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (2004). Educated at Willamette University College of Law (J.D., 1980) and Rutgers University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Barbara A Brainard is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, employment law and labor relations, labor and employment and 1 other area of law
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Barbara practices at Stoel Rives LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara A Brainard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara A Brainard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Barbara A Brainard is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Barbara A Brainard is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Barbara A Brainard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Barbara A Brainard

Where is Barbara A Brainard's law office located?
Barbara A Brainard's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Stoel Rives LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara A Brainard handle?
Barbara A Brainard focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Barbara A Brainard practiced law?
Barbara A Brainard has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Barbara A Brainard go to law school?
Barbara A Brainard earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Barbara A Brainard for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara A Brainard 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 Barbara A Brainard received?
Barbara A Brainard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Willamette University College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Rutgers University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1980
Washington U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 2004

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