Atty. Melissa Blythe Jaffe

Atty. Melissa Blythe Jaffe

Ms. Melissa Blythe Jaffe is a lawyer practicing art + entertainment, business transactions, intellectual property and 12 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 20 yrs experience 20 year
Call (332) 222-3256 Book Appointment

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About Melissa Blythe Jaffe at a glance

Melissa Blythe Jaffe is a Principal based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Law Offices of Melissa B. Jaffe, PC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, contracts, employment, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in California (2006), Oregon (2008), and Washington (2013). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 2006). Active member of Member Oregon Women Lawyers (OWLS) Association 202 Board Member -- King County Washington Women Lawyers 2022 Member American Bar Association 2022 Member Los Angeles Women Lawyers 2022 Oregon Business Law Executive Committee Member 2022. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Melissa Blythe Jaffe is a lawyer practicing art + entertainment, business transactions, intellectual property and 12 other areas of law
  • Melissa has been licensed for 20 years
  • Melissa practices at Law Offices of Melissa B. Jaffe, PC in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Blythe Jaffe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Blythe Jaffe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Contracts

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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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 Melissa Blythe Jaffe

Where is Melissa Blythe Jaffe's law office located?
Melissa Blythe Jaffe's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Law Offices of Melissa B. Jaffe, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Blythe Jaffe handle?
Melissa Blythe Jaffe focuses on chapter 7, contracts, employment, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Melissa Blythe Jaffe practiced law?
Melissa Blythe Jaffe has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Melissa Blythe Jaffe go to law school?
Melissa Blythe Jaffe earned their education at (J.D., 2006).
How can I contact Melissa Blythe Jaffe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 2006

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2006
Oregon
Admitted: 2008
Washington
Admitted: 2013

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