Bret A Knewtson
About Bret
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
22 years
22 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Oregon for 22 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Bret Knewtson
3000 NW Stucki, Suite 230-M, Hillsboro, OR, 97124-7107
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Bret A Knewtson's Reviews
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Posted by dylan | July 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Bret A Knewtson Attorney
I could not have asked for a better attorney. As far as I am concerned he is perfect. He explained everything down to the last letter. He dotted all his Is and crossed all his Ts. He made everything very easy for me. He always let me know what was happening, what to expect and how to proceed....he wa...
Posted by Christy | March 17, 2015
Fighting for us little guys
Unfortunately Bret is the only attorney whose services I have retained, so now the bar has been raised so high that I doubt I will have the pleasure again of dealing with someone so honest and genuinely concerned for my well-being. We rode the wave together through a grueling debt collection lawsuit...
Posted by Charles | March 11, 2015
Bret Knewtson giving lawyers a good name.
At a time when I was at my wit's end dealing with an illegitimate debt collection legal action, I was lucky enough to be directed to Bret Knewtson who rode in like a knight in shining armor, slayed the Bad Lawyer Dragons and restored my humble existence to its accustomed quotidian somnolence. Bret i...
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2015
Excellent Lawyer
Bret is an incredibly knowledgeable and devoted attorney. He is fearless when it comes to tackling greedy and dishonest debt collectors. Bret kept me well informed throughout my case and was careful to make sure I understood all elements of my case. He sued my a debt collector on my behalf and not on...
Posted by Omar | November 4, 2014
Relief
The stress of being sued by multiple creditors at one time is far more than anyone should take. It seems the negative affects of the recession came via several court documents. Bret took all the weight off of me and handled everything and I am extremely happy with the results.
Bret A Knewtson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have sent potential clients to Bret for a few years. His attention to the needs of clients and compassion and attentiveness in dealing with each client's issue makes me confident in recommending Bret to any person looking at a consumer legal issue."
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"I was adverse to Mr. Knewtson, but was impressed by his zealous advocacy of his client - even when it meant digging deep into obscure law. He did not shy away and it end in a good result for his client. And he was professional through out."
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"Bret is a knowledgeable attorney, extremely hard working and ethical. If I ever need someone to help me navigate a course through the rocky shoals of debt collections, Bret will be the one I'd choose. He knows the tricks debt collectors play; he knows when the cross the legal bounds; and he can play rough, if needed. You can't go wrong with Bret Knewtson."
"Bret is a genuine trailblazer in the field of consumer law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Bret is an outstanding advocate for his clients and for consumers."
"A leader in the fields of bankruptcy and consumer law, Bret genuinely cares about his clients and works diligently to protect his clients' rights. I have had the opportunity and privilege of knowing Bret as a colleague in the Washington County legal community for several years and know him to have exceptional legal skills and ethics."
"Brett is passionate about protecting the rights of consumers by stopping unfair collection tactics by debt collectors. He also helps folks get a fresh start by helping them file bankruptcy. I have no hesitation in referring clients to him because I know he will zealously represent the best interests of every client."
"I continue to have the good fortune to collaborate with Bret in regard to the emerging legal issues that are integral in our representation of consumers. I consider Bret to be a trustworthy mentor and a highly respected colleague, and I am certainly not alone in that assessment. Often, if I have questions he is the first person I call, because I know that his knowledge of consumer law issues and his commitment to furthering the rights of disadvantaged consumers is unparalleled. I strongly recommend Bret to anyone who is in need of his services."
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Experience
Associations
2007 - Present
Oregon Consumer Bankruptcy AssociationModerator
2007 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
2003 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2009 - 2009
Oregon State Bar, Consumer Law SectionChair
2008 - 2013
National Association of Consumer AttorneysChair of the Oregon Chapter
2008 - 2010
Washington County Bar AssociationTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
Jury verdict against McGavic and Finney but not Johnson Mark LLC
Lost appeal on defense, prevailed on limiting attorney fees awared to plaintiff.
Defeated defendant's motion for summary judgment.
Prevailed on Appeal
Education
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2013
FDCPA Jury Trial
2012
Secured Debt and Means Test
2012
Case Updates Related to Debt Defense
2011
Social Security Income and the Means Test
2011
Defending Debt Collection Lawsuits
2010
Defending a Collection Case
2010
Consumer claims in Bankrutpcy
Publications
2012
2012
Languages
English