Atty. John M. Schultz
John Schultz focuses on environmental, natural resources, federal Indian, and occupational safety and health law. For more than 25 years he has advised manufacturers, real estate developers, lending institutions, municipalities, tribal governments, and energy project developers regarding compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and occupational safety and health laws.
Native American Law Attorney · Serving Portland, OR
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About John M. Schultz at a Glance
John M. Schultz is an attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Buchalter LLP. Admitted to practice in Oregon, Oregon State Bar, Washington, Washington State Bar Association, District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, and Virginia, Virginia State Bar. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1977) and University of Virginia (—, 1977). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Native American Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John M. Schultz
- John Schultz focuses on environmental, natural resources, federal Indian, and occupational safety and health law
- For more than 25 years he has advised manufacturers, real estate developers, lending institutions, municipalities, tribal governments, and energy project developers regarding compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and occupational safety and health laws
- He has extensive experience regarding federal and state Superfund, solid and hazardous waste, air, process/storm water, wetlands, water rights, PCBs, NEPA, endangered species, mining, and underground storage tank regulation and enforcement
- He works closely with environmental consultants on permit applications, environmental impact statements, environmental due diligence, compliance audits, and site remediation projects
- He is Chair of the firm's Regulated Industries Department, and has served as co-chair of the firm’s Indian Law Practice Group to advise tribal governments on gaming regulations, contract, environmental and real estate issues
- Representative Matters Provided gaming regulation, contracting and environmental advice to two Oregon, and several Washington Indian tribes building or refinancing their casinos
- Providing NEPA advice to two Califorinia tribes seeking land into trust to build casino resorts
- Managing environmental issues for local light rail transit agency on portion of new rail extension
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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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Why Clients in Portland Choose John M. Schultz
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 John M. Schultz's practice.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oregon, Oregon State Bar, Washington, Washington State Bar Association, and District of Columbia, The District of Columbia Bar, John M. Schultz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means John M. Schultz 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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