Atty. Christopher Patrick Cline

Atty. Christopher Patrick Cline

Christopher Patrick Cline is a lawyer practicing communications & media, estate planning, real estate and 1 other area of law. Christopher received a degree from University of California, Hastings College, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Portland Portland 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Communications & Media & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 35+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Christopher Patrick Cline at a Glance

Christopher Patrick Cline is an Attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at University of California, Hastings College, San Francisco CA (—). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Christopher Patrick Cline

  • Christopher Patrick Cline is a lawyer practicing communications & media, estate planning, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Christopher received a degree from University of California, Hastings College, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Christopher practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Patrick Cline's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Patrick Cline handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.

Estate Planning & Probate in Portland

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Real Estate Law in Portland

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

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Tax Law in Portland

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

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Entertainment & Sports Law in Portland

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Christopher Patrick Cline

Where is Christopher Patrick Cline's law office located?
Christopher Patrick Cline's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Patrick Cline handle?
Christopher Patrick Cline focuses on estate planning, real estate, tax, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Christopher Patrick Cline practiced law?
Christopher Patrick Cline has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Christopher Patrick Cline go to law school?
Christopher Patrick Cline earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Christopher Patrick Cline for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Portland Choose Christopher Patrick Cline

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 Christopher Patrick Cline's practice in the field of estate planning, real estate, tax, and entertainment.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Christopher Patrick Cline brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering estate planning, real estate, and tax, Christopher Patrick Cline 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 Christopher Patrick Cline 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 Christopher Patrick Cline Handles in Portland

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Christopher Patrick Cline 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.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Christopher Patrick Cline directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Christopher Patrick Cline's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

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University of California, Hastings College, San Francisco CA
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 1991

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