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Atty. Robert Jay Trachtenberg

Atty. Robert Jay Trachtenberg

Mr. Robert Jay Trachtenberg is a lawyer practicing public law, constitutional law, land use law.

Portland Portland 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Robert Jay Trachtenberg at a glance

Robert Jay Trachtenberg is a Staff Asst., Dist. 4, Multnomah Co. based in Portland, Oregon. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on zoning, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1987), and Oregon (1988). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1986) and Princeton University (A.B., 1983). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Robert Jay Trachtenberg is a lawyer practicing public law, constitutional law, land use law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Robert practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Jay Trachtenberg's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Jay Trachtenberg handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Robert Jay Trachtenberg

Where is Robert Jay Trachtenberg's law office located?
Robert Jay Trachtenberg's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Jay Trachtenberg handle?
Robert Jay Trachtenberg focuses on zoning, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Robert Jay Trachtenberg practiced law?
Robert Jay Trachtenberg has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Robert Jay Trachtenberg go to law school?
Robert Jay Trachtenberg earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B., 1983).
How can I contact Robert Jay Trachtenberg for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1986
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
Oregon
Admitted: 1988

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