Atty. Wendell Kusnerus

Atty. Wendell Kusnerus

Wendell Kusnerus is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial transactions, creditors rights and 5 other areas of law. Wendell received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Portland Portland 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Wendell Kusnerus at a glance

Wendell Kusnerus is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1979) and Washington U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon and U.S. Di (1985). Educated at University of Oregon School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Michigan State University (B.S. Mathematics, 1974). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Wendell Kusnerus is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, commercial transactions, creditors rights and 5 other areas of law
  • Wendell received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Wendell practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Wendell Kusnerus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Wendell Kusnerus 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Wendell Kusnerus

Where is Wendell Kusnerus's law office located?
Wendell Kusnerus's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Wendell Kusnerus handle?
Wendell Kusnerus focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Wendell Kusnerus practiced law?
Wendell Kusnerus has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Wendell Kusnerus go to law school?
Wendell Kusnerus earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S. Mathematics, 1974).
How can I contact Wendell Kusnerus for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Oregon School of Law
- 1979
B.S. Mathematics
Michigan State University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1979
Washington U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon and U.S. Di
Admitted: 1985

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