Atty. Rick Pope
Mr. Rick Pope is a lawyer practicing business torts, insurance coverage, contract disputes and 5 other areas of law.
Business Torts & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 47+ Years Experience
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About Rick Pope at a Glance
Rick Pope is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Kirklin Thompson & Pope LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (Inactive) (1979) and Oregon (1980). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1979) and University of Illinois (B.J., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon State Bar (Member, Uniform Civil Jury Instruction Committee) Owen M and Panner American Inn of Court. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rick Pope
- Mr. Rick Pope is a lawyer practicing business torts, insurance coverage, contract disputes and 5 other areas of law
- Rick received a B.J. degree from University of Illinois in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Rick practices at Kirklin Thompson & Pope LLP in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Rick Pope's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick Pope handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Contracts in Portland
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Personal Injury in Portland
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Rick Pope is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Rick Pope is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Rick Pope is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Intellectual Property in Portland
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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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 Rick Pope
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 Rick Pope's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rick Pope brings 47+ 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 Illinois (Inactive) and Oregon, Rick Pope can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and employment, Rick Pope 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 Rick Pope 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 Rick Pope Handles in Portland
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Rick Pope directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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