Atty. Richard Leigh Baum

Atty. Richard Leigh Baum

Richard Leigh Baum is a lawyer practicing antitrust and trade regulation, director and officer liability, litigation and 10 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Colgate University, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Portland Portland 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Richard Leigh Baum is a Sr. V.P., Gen. Coun. based in Portland, Oregon. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, employment, ip, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Washington (1982) and Oregon (1998). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center JD - Juris Doctor (—) and Colgate University B.A. cum laude Georgetown University Law Center J.D. Executive Editor Georgetown University Law Center American Criminal Law Review (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah Bar Association Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Leigh Baum is a lawyer practicing antitrust and trade regulation, director and officer liability, litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Colgate University, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Richard practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Leigh Baum's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Leigh Baum handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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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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Where is Richard Leigh Baum's law office located?
Richard Leigh Baum's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Leigh Baum handle?
Richard Leigh Baum focuses on contracts, criminal defense, employment, ip, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Richard Leigh Baum practiced law?
Richard Leigh Baum has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
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What awards or recognition has Richard Leigh Baum received?
Richard Leigh Baum's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Georgetown University Law Center JD - Juris Doctor
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Colgate University B.A. cum laude Georgetown University Law Center J.D. Executive Editor Georgetown University Law Center American Criminal Law Review
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1982
Oregon
Admitted: 1998

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