Atty. Walter H Sweek

Atty. Walter H Sweek

Mr. Walter H Sweek is a lawyer practicing appeals, product liability, including medical products and devices, professional liability and 7 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter H Sweek at a glance

Walter H Sweek is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, product liability, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1962) and U.S. Supreme Court (1972). Educated at University of Oregon (LL.B., 1962) and University of Oregon (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon Association of Defense Counsel (President, 1982-1983) American Judicature Society. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Walter H Sweek is a lawyer practicing appeals, product liability, including medical products and devices, professional liability and 7 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.A. degree from University of Oregon in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Walter practices at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Walter H Sweek's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter H Sweek handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Walter H Sweek is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →

Construction Law

Walter H Sweek is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Oregon →

Product Liability

Walter H Sweek is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Oregon →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource 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 Walter H Sweek

Where is Walter H Sweek's law office located?
Walter H Sweek's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter H Sweek handle?
Walter H Sweek focuses on personal injury, employment, construction, product liability, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Walter H Sweek practiced law?
Walter H Sweek has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Walter H Sweek go to law school?
Walter H Sweek earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (B.A., 1959).
How can I contact Walter H Sweek for a consultation?
You can contact Walter H Sweek directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Walter H Sweek received?
Walter H Sweek's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Oregon
- 1962
B.A.
University of Oregon
- 1959

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1972

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