Atty. Robert K. Temple
Robert K. Temple is a lawyer practicing energy, administrative and public, business and 5 other areas of law.
Administrative And Public & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 31+ Years Experience
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About Robert K. Temple at a Glance
Robert K. Temple is a Gen. Coun. Secy. based in Portland, Oregon. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, environmental, government, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1995), District of Columbia (2001), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2002). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1995) and Southern Illinois University (B.S., 1988). Active member of Energy Bar Association (Chair, Nuclear Regulatory Committee) American Bar Association District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert K. Temple
- Robert K. Temple is a lawyer practicing energy, administrative and public, business and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1988, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Robert practices in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Robert K. Temple's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert K. Temple handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert K. Temple is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Portland
Robert K. Temple is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Oregon →
Environmental Law in Portland
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Robert K. Temple is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Oregon →
Government & Administrative Law in Portland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Robert K. Temple is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Oregon →
Energy & Utilities Law in Portland
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
Robert K. Temple is one of 35,985 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 K. Temple
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 K. Temple's practice in the field of business, m&a, environmental, government, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert K. Temple brings 31+ 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, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and District of Columbia, Robert K. Temple can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and environmental, Robert K. Temple 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 K. Temple attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert K. Temple Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert K. Temple 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert K. Temple directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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