Atty. J Michael Klise

Atty. J Michael Klise

J Michael Klise is a lawyer practicing litigation & trial, administrative law & regulatory, antitrust / trade law and 2 other areas of law. J received a B.A. degree from Catholic University in 1969, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Portland Portland 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About J Michael Klise at a glance

J Michael Klise is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Crowell Moring Llp. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, government, appellate, and energy. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1986) and District of Columbia (1988). Educated at Catholic University (J.D., 1986) and Catholic University (B.A. University, 1969). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J Michael Klise is a lawyer practicing litigation & trial, administrative law & regulatory, antitrust / trade law and 2 other areas of law
  • J received a B.A. degree from Catholic University in 1969, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • J practices at Crowell & Moring LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

J Michael Klise's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J Michael Klise handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

J Michael Klise is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →

Environmental Law

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

J Michael Klise 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.

J Michael Klise is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Oregon →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

J Michael Klise is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Oregon →

Energy & Utilities Law

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

J Michael Klise 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 J Michael Klise

Where is J Michael Klise's law office located?
J Michael Klise's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Crowell Moring Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Michael Klise handle?
J Michael Klise focuses on litigation, environmental, government, appellate, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has J Michael Klise practiced law?
J Michael Klise has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did J Michael Klise go to law school?
J Michael Klise earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. University, 1969).
How can I contact J Michael Klise for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University
- 1986
B.A. University
Catholic University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988

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