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Matthew A Arbaugh

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney at Portland, OR

5.0   1 review

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About Matthew

Learn Matthew’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Chapter 7 bankruptcy
    30%

    21 years, 250 cases

  2. Chapter 13 bankruptcy
    20%

    21 years, 100 cases

  3. Litigation
    20%

    21 years, 150 cases

  4. Chapter 11 bankruptcy
    15%

    21 years, 25 cases

  5. Commercial real estate
    15%

    21 years, 200 cases

Licensed for 20 years
State WA
Status Active
Acquired 2012
Updated 03/19/2023
State OR
Status Active
Acquired 2002
Updated 02/11/2023

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Posted by Kendra | April 9, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
Matt is an excellent attorney. I have used him for my small business and found Matt to be highly knowledgeable as well as ethical.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

  • Attorney-Owner
  • Arbaugh Law, P.C.
  • 2016 - Present
  • Partner
  • Field Jerger, LLP
  • 2007 - Present
  • Associate
  • Dickerson, P.C.
  • 2004 - 2007
  • Associate
  • Farleigh Wada Witt, P.C.
  • 2002 - 2003
  • Legal Extern
  • US Bankruptcy Court District of Oregon
  • 2001 - 2002
  • Legal Extern
  • Marion County Circuit Court
  • 2000 - 2000
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Education

  • Pepperdine University School of Law
  • JD
  • 2002
  • Linfield College
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • 1999

Associations

  • Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor Section
  • 2002 - Present
  • Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor Section, Care Program Subcommittee (Portland)
  • 2008 - 2010

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Pro Bono Award
  • Oregon State Bar, Debtor Creditor Section
  • 2010
  • Pro Bono Award
  • Oregon State Bar, Debtor Creditor Section
  • 2009
  • Pro Bono Award
  • Oregon State Bar, Debtor Creditor Section
  • 2008
  • Pro Bono Award
  • Oregon State Bar, Debtor Creditor Section
  • 2005
  • Pro Bono Award
  • Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
  • 2004
  • Pro Bono Award
  • Oregon State Bar-Debtor Creditor Section
  • 2003
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Publications

  • Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Journal
  • Making Peace the Old Fashioned Way: Infusing Traditional Tribal Practices into Modern ADR.
  • 2001

Speaking Engagements

  • Consumer Bankruptcy: The Basics of Chapters 7 and 13
  • Chapter 13 Basics and General Bankruptcy Tips
  • 2010
  • Bankruptcy Law and Litigation
  • Bankruptcy Code and Rules
  • 2009
  • Bankruptcy Law and Litigation
  • Bankruptcy Code and Rules
  • 2008
  • Collection Issues in Bankruptcy Law
  • Creditor's Options in Chapter 7, 11, and 13
  • 2007
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Attorney endorsements

Received (9)
Given (8)
Endorse Matthew
Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Feb 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an extremely gifted attorney. He is very knowledgeable about complex bankruptcy matters, and is an all-around nice guy."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Jan 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | May 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Matt is incredibly knowledgeable about bankruptcy and debtor/creditor issues. I would recommend him to anyone who needs help with such matters."
Chapter 11 bankruptcy Attorney | Apr 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Oct 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Over the years, I have referred several people to Matt for bankruptcy issues and debt counseling. Matt has provided them with excellent service and has earned significant praise from these individuals. I highly recommend Matt for bankruptcy and debt matters, and for any matter within his expertise."
Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Sep 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Matt is a skilled and experienced attorney with a solid working knowledge of the complexities of federal bankruptcy law (and Chapter 7 cases in particular). I have referred a number of clients to Matt for assistance with consumer bankruptcy issues, and I always know that they are in good hands. I will continue to refer clients to Matt whenever these issues arise, and I highly recommend him to anyone who is seeking an attorney for solid advice and representation in bankruptcy matters."
Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney | Sep 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"During the 6 or so years I have known Matt, I have seen him provide clear, thorough and timely advise to his clients. Matt is a smart, diligent lawyer who answers the extra phone call, takes the extra question, and responds to the extra email. He is one of only a few lawyers to whom I refer my clients for bankruptcy advice and representation."
Unknown Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have known Matthew for over 10 years, and have referred several individuals to him. They have all been extremely satisfied. Matthew approaches bankruptcy, and litigation in general, in a very practical manner. He achieves the best results for relatively low fees. I cannot recommend him highly enough."
Bankruptcy and debt Attorney | Sep 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Mr. Arbaugh. He is a great lawyer who cares for his clients."
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Portland Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer Matthew A Arbaugh
Matthew A Arbaugh
Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney
Portland, OR
Licensed for 20 years