Atty. Gary R. Barnum

Atty. Gary R. Barnum

Gary R. Barnum is a lawyer practicing business, social security, affordable housing and 5 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary R. Barnum at a glance

Gary R. Barnum is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Stoel Rives LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, ssd, m&a, securities, and energy. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1981) and Washington (1983). Educated at University of Washington Law School (J.D., 1981) and University of Oregon (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gary R. Barnum is a lawyer practicing business, social security, affordable housing and 5 other areas of law
  • Gary received a B.A. degree from University of Oregon in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Gary practices at Stoel Rives LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Gary R. Barnum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary R. Barnum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Gary R. Barnum is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Gary R. Barnum is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Oregon →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Gary R. Barnum is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Oregon →

Securities Law

Gary R. Barnum is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Oregon →

Energy & Utilities Law

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

Gary R. Barnum 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 Gary R. Barnum

Where is Gary R. Barnum's law office located?
Gary R. Barnum'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 Gary R. Barnum handle?
Gary R. Barnum focuses on business, ssd, m&a, securities, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Gary R. Barnum practiced law?
Gary R. Barnum has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Gary R. Barnum go to law school?
Gary R. Barnum earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Gary R. Barnum for a consultation?
You can contact Gary R. Barnum 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 Gary R. Barnum received?
Gary R. Barnum's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington Law School
- 1981
B.A.
University of Oregon
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1981
Washington
Admitted: 1983

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