Atty. Lawrence Bruce Burke

Atty. Lawrence Bruce Burke

Lawrence Bruce Burke is a lawyer practicing insurance, environmental & natural resources, environmental litigation and 17 other areas of law. Lawrence received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Portland Portland 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Bruce Burke at a glance

Lawrence Bruce Burke is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1989). Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (J.D., 1989) and University of Notre Dame (B.S. Chemical, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence Bruce Burke is a lawyer practicing insurance, environmental & natural resources, environmental litigation and 17 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Lawrence practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Bruce Burke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Bruce Burke 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.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Lawrence Bruce Burke is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

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

Lawrence Bruce Burke is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Lawrence Bruce Burke

Where is Lawrence Bruce Burke's law office located?
Lawrence Bruce Burke's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Bruce Burke handle?
Lawrence Bruce Burke focuses on business, real estate, m&a, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Lawrence Bruce Burke practiced law?
Lawrence Bruce Burke has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Lawrence Bruce Burke go to law school?
Lawrence Bruce Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Chemical, 1978).
How can I contact Lawrence Bruce Burke for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence Bruce Burke 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 Lawrence Bruce Burke received?
Lawrence Bruce Burke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
- 1989
B.S. Chemical
University of Notre Dame
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1989

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