Business & Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 54+ Years Experience
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About Robert E. Barton at a Glance
Robert E. Barton is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1972), Oregon (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1972) and St. Louis University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Federal Bar Association Oregon Association of Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E. Barton
- Mr. Robert E. Barton is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, personal injury & property damage liability, product liability & medical device
- Robert E. received a B.A. degree from St. Louis University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Robert E. practices at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Robert E. Barton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Barton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
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.
Robert E. Barton is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.
Robert E. Barton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Product Liability in Portland
Robert E. Barton is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Oregon →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert E. Barton is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →
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 Robert E. Barton
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 Robert E. Barton's practice in the field of personal injury, business, product liability, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert E. Barton brings 54+ 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 California U.S. District Court, District of Oregon, Oregon, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Robert E. Barton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and product liability, Robert E. Barton 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 Robert E. Barton 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 Robert E. Barton Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert E. Barton has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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