Atty. Michael Porter
Michael Porter is a lawyer practicing education, employment, labor and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Education & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 26+ Years Experience
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About Michael Porter at a Glance
Michael Porter is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Oregon (2000) and Washington (2006). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Kansas State University (B.S. University, 1993). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of National Association of College and University Attorneys National School Boards Association Council of School Attorneys Oregon School Boards Association Council of School Attorneys. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Porter
- Michael Porter is a lawyer practicing education, employment, labor and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Michael practices at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP in Portland, OR and 3 others locations
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Michael Porter's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Porter handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Porter is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →
Education Law in Portland
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Michael Porter is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Oregon →
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 Porter
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 Porter's practice in the field of employment, litigation, and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Porter brings 26+ 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 Oregon and Washington, Michael Porter can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, litigation, and education, Michael Porter 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 Porter 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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Common Legal Issues Michael Porter Handles in Portland
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