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Atty. Michelle Gates Rudd

Atty. Michelle Gates Rudd

Michelle Gates Rudd is a lawyer practicing eminent domain and valuation, real estate, environmental & natural resources and 3 other areas of law. Michelle received a B.S.C.E. degree from Stanford University in 1985, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Portland Portland 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Michelle Gates Rudd at a glance

Michelle Gates Rudd is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Stoel Rives LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1995), Oregon (2000), and Washington (2006). Educated at University of California, Berkeley (J.D. City, 1994) and Stanford University (B.S.C.E. University, 1985). Active member of American Planning Association International Right of Way Association. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michelle Gates Rudd is a lawyer practicing eminent domain and valuation, real estate, environmental & natural resources and 3 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.S.C.E. degree from Stanford University in 1985, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michelle practices at Stoel Rives LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Gates Rudd's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Gates Rudd handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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

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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 Michelle Gates Rudd

Where is Michelle Gates Rudd's law office located?
Michelle Gates Rudd's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Stoel Rives LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Gates Rudd handle?
Michelle Gates Rudd focuses on real estate, zoning, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Michelle Gates Rudd practiced law?
Michelle Gates Rudd has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michelle Gates Rudd go to law school?
Michelle Gates Rudd earned their education at (J.D. City, 1994); (B.S.C.E. University, 1985).
How can I contact Michelle Gates Rudd for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. City
University of California, Berkeley
- 1994
B.S.C.E. University
Stanford University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995
Oregon
Admitted: 2000
Washington
Admitted: 2006

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