Atty. Keith Burns
Keith Burns is a lawyer practicing governmental law, insurance regulation, probate and 2 other areas of law. Keith received a B.S. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 1954, and has been licensed for 68 years.
Governmental Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 68+ Years Experience
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About Keith Burns at a Glance
Keith Burns is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Keith Burns. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1958), U.S. District Court (1959), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1962), and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at Northwestern School of Law (LL.B., 1958) and Lewis and Clark College (B.S., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County and American. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Keith Burns
- Keith Burns is a lawyer practicing governmental law, insurance regulation, probate and 2 other areas of law
- Keith received a B.S. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 1954, and has been licensed for 68 years
- Keith practices at Keith Burns in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Keith Burns's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Keith Burns handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Wills in Portland
Keith Burns is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Oregon →
Probate in Portland
Keith Burns is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Oregon →
Government & Administrative Law in Portland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Keith Burns is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Oregon →
Insurance Law in Portland
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Keith Burns is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Oregon →
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Keith Burns
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 Keith Burns's practice in the field of wills, probate, government, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Keith Burns brings 68+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oregon, U.S. District Court, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Keith Burns can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, probate, and government, Keith Burns 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 Keith Burns 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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