Michael Owens
also known as Michael V Owens
About Michael
Biography
I am passionate about helping employees who have experienced unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation at work because I believe everyone deserves to be treated with dignity in the workplace. I was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and grew up in the Mountain West. I have been in Oregon for over two decades, and since I earned my law degree magna cum laude at Willamette University College of Law, I have been fighting to protect the rights of workers across our state.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
15 years
15 years
15 years
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 15 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Meyer Employment Law
1000 SW Broadway Ste 2300, Portland, OR, 97205
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Michael Owens's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Kathleen | October 1, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Caring, compassionate and understanding.
Michael Owens is an amazon attorney, he is very compassionate about his work and has been very helpful and honest throughout my whole case. He explained things to me so I could understand what was happening in my case, he answered all my questions and was very responsive in a timely manner. I would ...
Posted by Cera | May 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Helpful and kind
Michael was extremely helpful in my case. He made sure that I understood everything that was being spoke about and made sure that I knew he was willing to help me out with the situation that I was in and the steps we had to take in order to get the best thing possible. I recommend him 100%.
Posted by Tanya | September 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Competent and kind
I hired Michael Owens and Christina Stephenson as a team to represent me in an employment dispute. Life is certainly not fair and not every dispute requires legal intervention, but when it does the fallout is typically ugly. When I first hired Michael and Christina to look into a Whistleblower ...
Posted by David | October 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Expert, Caring Attorney
I hired Mr. Owens to help me prepare my case for an unemployment benefits appeal hearing. His input was invaluable in helping me put together a very solid and concise case to prove my side of the story. He was clearly an expert in the state employment code, and pointed me to the most important and re...
Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Fair, honest, outstanding representation
Mike was a fantastic resource to have in my corner! With his skillful representation, I was able to obtain a positive result that I would have had no chance of reaching otherwise. Mike is sharp-minded, very ethical, and personable. He made me feel validated and supported, with an honest and realist...
Michael Owens's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mike is an excellent writer and a deep thinker. I always appreciate his perspective and intelligence. Thanks for all your contributions to our practice!"
"Michael is an intelligent, talented, and passionate attorney. He has my highest endorsement as a tireless advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike brings incredible research and writing skills to all of his cases. In addition, he is a compassionate, hard-working advocate for his clients."
"Mike is one of rare well-rounded lawyers with a big heart and employment law chops to boot. I recommend him without reservation."
"Mike's knowledge of the law is second to none, and he is a great advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Michael on several cases and he is an exceptional lawyer. He is an employment law specialist who is knowledgeable, hard working and an excellent writer. He is also enjoyable to work with. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone seeking counsel for employment law matters."
"While working for Mike, it didn't take long for me to see what his clients and colleagues already knew, that he is an incredibly intelligent and caring attorney. Mike has a unique ability to rapidly process complicated issues from many different areas of law, which any lawyer will tell you is no small feat. I highly recommend retaining his services."
"Mike is a terrific lawyer who is well-regarded by his peers, and he is supported by three partners who make up one of Portland's up-and-coming firms."
"Michael is an exceptional attorney, highly capable and compassionate about his clients. His warm personality and genuine concern for those he represents brings great reassurance in troubled times. He is the kind of lawyer clients can feel at ease with and confident in his abilities as their attorney."
"Michael Owens is a superb member of the attorney community. He is a highly skilled, efficient, and effective professional. I would recommend Michael to anyone looking for a great attorney."
"Incredibly smart, creative, passionate and dedicated. I support this lawyer's work."
"I have no hesitations referring clients to Michael for employment law matters. Michael is quick witted, a zealous advocate, and a real person."
"Michael is a brilliant legal mind who works tirelessly for his clients."
"Mike is great with people and an exceptional attorney. Clients should feel confident entrusting their legal matters to his expertise."
"Mike is a strong lawyer and works diligently for his clients. He is hard working, dependable, and overall, a great person who is easy to deal with."
"I admire Michael Owens and his partners for the way they formed their law firm right out of law school. They showed a great amount of courage, even audacity. Our profession needs more lawyers who have the fine qualities which are exemplified by Mr Owens and his partners! I wish them and their clients well."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer's work. Michael is an extremely intelligent, thorough and capable attorney whose knowledge, professionalism, thoughtfulness and diligence makes him an excellent advocate for all of his clients."
"Mike is an effective advocate for his clients in a variety of civil practice areas."
"Mike is a dedicated professional who goes the extra mile for his clients, and I would recommend his services without hesitation. He is intelligent and creative, and always understanding and responsive to his clients' needs."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Membership Selection, Order of the Barristers
2010
Member of the Year - 3L, Willamette Law Review
2009
Inaugural Inductee, Wyoming Debate Hall of Fame
2003
National Champion, National Parliamentary Debate Association
2003
Top Debate Speaker, National Parliamentary Tournament of Excellence
2003
National Champion, National Parliamentary Tournament of Excellence
2002
Top Debate Speaker, National Parliamentary Tournament of Excellence
Work Experience
2010 - 2011
Public Speaking Instructor, Chemeketa Community College
2009 - 2009
Summer Associate, Stoel Rives LLP
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk, Appellate Division, Oregon Department Of Justice
Associations
2010 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
Oregon Gay and Lesbian Law AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section, Membership CommitteeSecretary
2010 - 2019
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember
Education
2010
Doctor of Jurisprudence, magna cum laude
2007
Master of Arts
2004
Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Employment Law for the Family Law Attorney
2013
Starting a Law Practice
2011
Starting a Law Practice
Publications
2016
Languages
English