Atty. Michael Hare
Michael Hare is a lawyer practicing corporate law, secured lending, broker-dealer regulation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1997, and has been licensed for 22 years.
Broker Dealer Regulation & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 22+ Years Experience
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About Michael Hare at a Glance
Michael Hare is a business and securities attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in New York (2004) and Oregon (2007). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 2003) and University of Vermont (B.A., 1997). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Hare
- Michael Hare is a lawyer practicing corporate law, secured lending, broker-dealer regulation and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1997, and has been licensed for 22 years
- Michael practices in Portland, OR
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Michael Hare's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Hare handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in Portland
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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 Michael Hare
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 Michael Hare's practice in the field of business and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Hare brings 22+ 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 New York and Oregon, Michael Hare can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and securities, Michael Hare 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 Michael Hare attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Hare Handles in Portland
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