Atty. Charles Paternoster
Charles Paternoster is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment & labor. Charles received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years.
Employment & Labor & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 27+ Years Experience
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About Charles Paternoster at a Glance
Charles Paternoster is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Parsons Farnell & Grein LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1999), Oregon (2002), and Washington United States District Court for the District of Oregon United States District Court for (2007). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Colgate University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charles Paternoster
- Charles Paternoster is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment & labor
- Charles received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1993, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Charles practices at Parsons Farnell & Grein LLP in Portland, OR
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Charles Paternoster's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Paternoster handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Charles Paternoster
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 Charles Paternoster's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charles Paternoster brings 27+ 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, Oregon, and Washington United States District Court for the District of Oregon United States District Court for , Charles Paternoster can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Charles Paternoster 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 Charles Paternoster attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Charles Paternoster Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Charles Paternoster 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.
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