Atty. Thomas Randall Benke

Atty. Thomas Randall Benke

Thomas Randall Benke is a lawyer practicing environmental law, administrative law, business and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1984, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Portland Portland 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Randall Benke at a glance

Thomas Randall Benke is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Thomas R. Benke. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, zoning, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1992) and Washington (2021). Educated at Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1992) and University of Texas at Austin (B.S. ChE, 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Multnomah County Bar Association Oregon State Bar Oregon Environmental Technology Association. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Randall Benke is a lawyer practicing environmental law, administrative law, business and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1984, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Thomas practices at Thomas R. Benke in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Randall Benke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Randall Benke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Land Use & Zoning

Thomas Randall Benke is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Oregon →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Thomas Randall Benke is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Oregon →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Thomas Randall Benke

Where is Thomas Randall Benke's law office located?
Thomas Randall Benke's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Thomas R. Benke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Randall Benke handle?
Thomas Randall Benke focuses on business, zoning, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Thomas Randall Benke practiced law?
Thomas Randall Benke has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Thomas Randall Benke go to law school?
Thomas Randall Benke earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. ChE, 1984).
How can I contact Thomas Randall Benke for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Randall Benke received?
Thomas Randall Benke's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College
- 1992
B.S. ChE
University of Texas at Austin
- 1984

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1992
Washington
Admitted: 2021

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