Atty. Claudia K. Powers

Atty. Claudia K. Powers

Ms. Claudia K.

Portland Portland 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (971) 484-4416 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Claudia K. Powers at a glance

Claudia K. Powers is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Ater Wynne LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on zoning, environmental, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1984), Washington (2010), and Alaska (2010). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County, Federal Energy and American. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Claudia K. Powers is a lawyer practicing administrative law, land use & zoning, energy and 2 other areas of law
  • Claudia received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1970, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Claudia practices at Ater Wynne LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Claudia K. Powers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Claudia K. Powers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

Claudia K. Powers is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Oregon →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Claudia K. Powers is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Oregon →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Claudia K. Powers is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Oregon →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Claudia K. Powers is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Claudia K. Powers

Where is Claudia K. Powers's law office located?
Claudia K. Powers's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Ater Wynne LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Claudia K. Powers handle?
Claudia K. Powers focuses on zoning, environmental, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Claudia K. Powers practiced law?
Claudia K. Powers has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Claudia K. Powers go to law school?
Claudia K. Powers earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1970).
How can I contact Claudia K. Powers for a consultation?
You can contact Claudia K. Powers 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 Claudia K. Powers received?
Claudia K. Powers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College of Law
- 1982
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1984
Washington
Admitted: 2010
Alaska
Admitted: 2010

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