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Joel W Christiansen

Joel W Christiansen

8.7

Excellent

Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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5.0 star rating 4 reviews
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Overview

Practice Areas
  • 100% Employment / Labor

Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Contingent (33%-40%)
  • Fixed (Sometimes)
  • Free Consultation (30 minutes)
  • Hourly ($200-$250/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check

Contact Information
  • Joel W. Christiansen
    CHRISTIANSEN LAW
    520 SW Sixth Avenue, Suite 1250
    Portland, OR 97204
    503-928-●●●● - show
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Languages
  • English

About Me

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Christiansen Law office building in downtown Portland, Oregon

About me: CHRISTIANSEN LAW represents professional and hard-working employees in all aspects of private employment law, including discrimination, retaliation,... more

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References

Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

5.0 star rating 4 reviews
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5 star rating

“Employment Issue”

Posted by: anonymous, 2009-09-15 2 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: I had a lot of trouble finding an attorney to look into my employment problem. When I found Joel he wasn't to sure about my situation. The next day... more
5 star rating

“Joel Christiansen knows his work and is effective and efficient in applying his knowledge.”

Posted by: anonymous, 2009-03-25 8 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: I contacted Joel in October 2008 when a judgement was obtained against me by an attorney working on behalf of a creditor. I had previously entered an... more
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Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements

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Joshua Daley Paulin

Endorsement: I know Joel through a discussion group of some of the most aware, client-centered lawyers practicing today. If you're looking for a good,... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Joshua Paulin , Boston (MA), About 1 month ago
Jonathan Gregg Stein

I have known Joel since he opened his practice through various listserve's we are on together. Joel is a conscientious attorney who works hard for... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Jonathan Stein , Elk Grove (CA), About 1 month ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 2 years since Joel W Christiansen was first licensed to practice law in OR.

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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Attorney at Christiansen Law 2008–present
Law Clerk at Nicholas & Butler, LLP 2006–2007
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Education
School Major Degree Graduated
California Western School of Law Law - Litigation JD - Juris Doctor
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Politics, Philosophy, and Economics BA - Bachelor of Arts

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
All-American Mediator American Mock Trial Association 2002

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member American Bar Association 2008–present
Co-Chair American Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Law Practice Management Committee 2008–present
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 3
Question: How do I go about filing a sexual harassment...
Joel's answer: There are at least two good options: (1) call an attorney in Portland, who can assess your legal... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Success and Sanity: Managing Your Way to a Rewarding Career ABA Young Lawyers Division publication 2009
Employment Law Blog Employment Law Blog 2009

Cases
Title:
Employee v. Former Employer (Confidential)
Practice Area:
Employment / Labor
Outcome:
Settlement for Plaintiff
Description:
Represented employee paid on commission-basis in collection dispute involving a large sum of past wages. Confidential settlement reached to client's...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
Wage and Hour 101 Know Your Rights Forum 2009
Trial Advocacy Portland State University - National Mock Trial Team