Barb's practice is devoted to representing survivors of sexual abuse and other crimes in civil cases against their perpetrators and the institutions that harbor them. She is an experienced litigator, having tried numerous cases to verdict and argued countless motions and contested hearings.
As part of her practice, Barb also volunteers her tie defending crime victims who have been sued by their perpetrators, and helping survivors of domestic abuse and stalking obtain restraining orders. Prior to moving to Portland in 2012, Barb practiced for five years in Chicago where she litigated civil rights cases and personal injury matters.
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Acquired: 2019
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State: Oregon
Acquired: 2012
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 2006
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1500 SW 1st Ave, Suite 1000, Portland, OR, 97201
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Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Barbara Long didn't take my case and said I couldn't move forward with it. I found another firm that took my case. It turns out that the reason Mrs. Long said I couldn't move forward with my case was completely false. Mrs. Long also made assumptions about my situation that I believe were completely o...
Posted by Christy | October 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Barb Long was amazing during a difficulty experience. I felt i was working with an incredibly knowledgeable friend.
Posted by Loreal | February 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I hired Barb to represent me in a very sensitive case and she was exceptional every step of the way. Her communication was lightening-fast, her compassion was genuine, her legal expertise was obvious, and her strategies yielded incredible results. I truly cant thank Barb enough for advocating for me ...
Posted by Julie | December 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Barb Long and her legal team are compassionate, informative, and thorough. Barb’s legal work focuses on assisting clients who have survived unfortunate, traumatic events. As a mental health counselor myself, I know that the detailing of traumatic events for the purpose of legal process can be intimid...
Posted by Amy | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Barb Long provided exemplary support throughout the entirety of my case. She maintained professionalism while providing personalized attention to the specifics of my case, and me as a person. I never felt like a "case," always like a person who mattered and who she understood and was there to support...
"Barb is an absolute powerhouse. She is one of the brightest and most fearless lawyers (and people) whom I have ever met. She is very well trained, and has obtained justice for victims of offensive corporate and individual conduct."
"Barb is a smart and experienced trial attorney. She is sensitive to her clients’ needs and is not afraid of a fight. I endorse her wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. She gets great results for her clients and is smart as a whip. I recommend her without hesitation."
Personal injury lawyer
Litigation lawyer
2005
Mark Grinker Student Commitment award, Chicago-Kent School of Law
2004
Finalist, Best Brief in Rovner Moot Court Competition, Moot Court Honor Society
2023 - Present
Owner, Long Law PC
2012 - 2023
Partner, Vogt & Long PC
2009 - 2012
Associate, Shiller Preyar Law Firm
2008 - 2009
Contract Attorney, Contract Work
2007 - 2007
Associate, Johnson & Kroll LLC
2005 - 2006
Law Clerk/Contract Attorney, Daley, DeBofsky & Bryant
2019 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Publications CommitteeMember
2019 - Present
Washington State Bar Association
2017 - Present
National Crime Victim Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Oregon Women Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2012 - Present
Oregon Trial Layers AssociationGuardian
2012 - Present
Multnomah County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2013
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
B.A., Philosophy & Political Science
2023
Emerging Topics in Sexual Abuse Litigation
2022
The True Predators: Big Tech's Role in Child Exploitation
2020
Sexual Abuse Litigation: Client Intake and Potential Pitfalls
2019
Overcoming Challenges with Client Communication.
2018
Sexual Assault Claims: Issue Spotting for the General Practitioner
2024
2023
2022
2022
2018
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