Atty. Luke Hansen
Luke Hansen is a lawyer practicing criminal, government, general practice. Luke received a B.A. degree from St.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 19+ Years Experience
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About Luke Hansen at a Glance
Luke Hansen is a criminal defense and government attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in Washington (2007) and Oregon (2010). Educated at University of North Dakota School of Law (J.D., 2006) and St. Norbert College (B.A., 2003). Active member of Washington State and Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Bar Associations. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Luke Hansen
- Luke Hansen is a lawyer practicing criminal, government, general practice
- Luke received a B.A. degree from St. Norbert College in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years
- Luke practices in Portland, OR
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Luke Hansen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Luke Hansen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Criminal Defense in Portland
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Government & Administrative Law in Portland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 Luke Hansen
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 Luke Hansen's practice in the field of criminal defense and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Luke Hansen brings 19+ 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 Washington and Oregon, Luke Hansen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and government, Luke Hansen 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 Luke Hansen 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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