Atty. Paul Michael Ostroff

Atty. Paul Michael Ostroff

Paul Michael Ostroff is a lawyer practicing business crisis management and emergency remedies, education, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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About Paul Michael Ostroff at a glance

Paul Michael Ostroff is a Shareholder based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Lane Powell PC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment, business, wage & hour, and education. Admitted to practice in California (1976) and Oregon Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of California, Berkeley B.A. Political Science University of Chicago M.B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Multnomah Bar Association. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Michael Ostroff is a lawyer practicing business crisis management and emergency remedies, education, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Paul practices at Lane Powell PC in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael Ostroff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Michael Ostroff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Wage & Hour Disputes

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Paul Michael Ostroff

Where is Paul Michael Ostroff's law office located?
Paul Michael Ostroff's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Lane Powell PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael Ostroff handle?
Paul Michael Ostroff focuses on employment, business, wage & hour, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Paul Michael Ostroff practiced law?
Paul Michael Ostroff has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Paul Michael Ostroff go to law school?
Paul Michael Ostroff earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (—).
How can I contact Paul Michael Ostroff for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Michael Ostroff directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Paul Michael Ostroff received?
Paul Michael Ostroff's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of Law
- 1975
University of California, Berkeley B.A. Political Science University of Chicago M.B.A.
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
Oregon Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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