Atty. Renée E. Rothauge
Renée Rothauge is a dynamic trial lawyer clients turn to when they are faced with high-stakes, complex business disputes. With nearly 30 years of trial experience and solid reputation for tenacious client representation in and out of the courtroom, she has earned her place among an elite group of renowned litigators.
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About Renée E. Rothauge at a glance
Renée E. Rothauge is a business, ip, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. Educated at Willamette University (—, 1990) and Willamette University (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Advertising Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Renée Rothauge is a dynamic trial lawyer clients turn to when they are faced with high-stakes, complex business disputes
- With nearly 30 years of trial experience and solid reputation for tenacious client representation in and out of the courtroom, she has earned her place among an elite group of renowned litigators
- Chambers USA’s Guide to Lawyers and Law Firms calls her “brilliant.” One of her clients described Renée as “very intelligent, very articulate, strong-willed and very passionate about what she does.” Recently, another client revered her as a "leader" who is conscious of the "big picture and strategy," also noting her ability to "convey an argument that is logical, consistent, and yet easily explained and understood."
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Renée E. Rothauge handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Renée E. Rothauge is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Renée E. Rothauge is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Oregon →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Renée E. Rothauge is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
Renée E. Rothauge is one of 41,102 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Oregon →
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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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