Atty. Michael C Dotten

Atty. Michael C Dotten

Mr. Michael C Dotten is a lawyer practicing administrative law, arbitration, energy and 2 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (971) 351-4013

Profile Summary

About Michael C Dotten at a glance

Michael C Dotten is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Dotten, ADR. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, environmental, government, adr, and energy. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1977), Oregon (1978), and Washington (2005). Educated at University of Oregon Law School (J.D., 1977) and University of Oregon (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah and American Bar Associations Energy Bar Associations American Arbitration Association International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution U, S, and Arbitration and Mediation - Oregon and Washington. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael C Dotten is a lawyer practicing administrative law, arbitration, energy and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael practices at Dotten, ADR in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Michael C Dotten's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael C Dotten 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.

Michael C Dotten is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Environmental Law

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

Michael C Dotten is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Oregon →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Michael C Dotten is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Oregon →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael C Dotten is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Oregon →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Michael C Dotten is one of 32,699 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael C Dotten

Where is Michael C Dotten's law office located?
Michael C Dotten's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Dotten, ADR. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael C Dotten handle?
Michael C Dotten focuses on business, environmental, government, adr, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Michael C Dotten practiced law?
Michael C Dotten has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael C Dotten go to law school?
Michael C Dotten earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact Michael C Dotten for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael C Dotten received?
Michael C Dotten's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon Law School
- 1977
B.S.
University of Oregon
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 1977
Oregon
Admitted: 1978
Washington
Admitted: 2005

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