Atty. William Thomas Patton
Mr. William Thomas Patton is a lawyer practicing business, apparel and footwear, education and 3 other areas of law.
Apparel and Footwear & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 29+ Years Experience
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About William Thomas Patton at a Glance
William Thomas Patton is a Shareholder based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Lane Powell PC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ssd, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Oregon U.S. District Court, District of Oregon Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (1997). Educated at The George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1997) and Occidental College A.B. Political Science Occidental College A.B. cum laude (—). Active member of OGALLA) Federal Bar Association (Oregon chapter, Multnomah Bar Association Oregon Gay and Lesbian Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William Thomas Patton
- Mr. William Thomas Patton is a lawyer practicing business, apparel and footwear, education and 3 other areas of law
- William received a A.B. degree from Occidental College, and has been licensed for 29 years
- William practices at Lane Powell PC in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
William Thomas Patton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Thomas Patton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
William Thomas Patton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Social Security Disability in Portland
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
William Thomas Patton is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Oregon →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Education Law in Portland
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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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 William Thomas Patton
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 William Thomas Patton's practice in the field of employment, business, ssd, litigation, and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William Thomas Patton brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and ssd, William Thomas Patton 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 William Thomas Patton 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 William Thomas Patton Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters William Thomas Patton 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.
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