Atty. Brett N. Bender

Atty. Brett N. Bender

Brett N. Bender is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child custody mediation and 49 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Brett N. Bender at a glance

Brett N. Bender is a divorce, child custody, family law, business, and real estate attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Washington (1988) and Oregon (1994). Educated at Northwestern School of Law (J.D., 1987) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Multnomah County, Clackamas County, Washington County, Clark County and Washington State Bar Associations Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brett N. Bender is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, child custody mediation and 49 other areas of law
  • Brett received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Brett practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Brett N. Bender's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brett N. Bender handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Brett N. Bender is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Oregon →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Brett N. Bender is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Brett N. Bender 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.

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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 Brett N. Bender

Where is Brett N. Bender's law office located?
Brett N. Bender's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett N. Bender handle?
Brett N. Bender focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Brett N. Bender practiced law?
Brett N. Bender has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Brett N. Bender go to law school?
Brett N. Bender earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact Brett N. Bender for a consultation?
You can contact Brett N. Bender 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 Brett N. Bender received?
Brett N. Bender's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law
- 1987
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1980

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1988
Oregon
Admitted: 1994

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