$ 275-300 per hour
Chase N Morinaka
About Chase
Biography
Everyday, I work hard to represent my clients when they need it the most. My firm helps people with tragic injuries, difficult divorce and custody relatonships, and end of life planning. Every lawyer in my firm takes pride in zealous and dignified representation.
My interest in family businesses and wealth-building strategies began at a young age working on my family farm in Eastern Oregon. As in any good family business, I started at the bottom. Beginning as a farmworker, it was a different lesson every day. But the lessons that stood out the most were three:
1. Take pride in what you do;
2. Find ways to make it better; and
3. Treat people the right way.
Everyday I help small businesses deliver great services and products, understand and evaluate risk, and ensure the finances of their family for generations to come.
The current business climate rewards savvy owners who understand and apply legal principles used by the largest corporations. I institute those principles so my clients have the peace of mind that allows them make business decisions with confidence.
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 16 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2009
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Location
Morinaka Schworm LLC
2330 NW 31st Ave., Portland, OR, 97210
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Chase N Morinaka's Reviews
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Posted by Elizabeth | August 11, 2020 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to Chase Morinaka for his kind professionalism in helping me to craft my estate plan. Chase made the process smooth and simple even during a pandemic.
Posted by John | January 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Estate Planning
My wife and I needed to complete an estate plan. We were referred to Chase. He walked us through the process from beginning to end ensuring we understood all steps and outcomes. He simplified a complex process.
Posted by anonymous | April 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent representation
Chase originally handled my case, helping me to make sure that I understood what was going on. He knows when to tackle a case and when to refer to other colleagues when specialized experience and care is needed. Even through that process he constantly kept up with the case, and even followed up wit...
Posted by Mark | June 6, 2014
the most reliable Lawyer in Town
I delt with so many lawyers in the past until I had the chance to interact with Mr. Morinaka when I needed legal advice about my business. He was very informative, and took the time to SHOE UP IN PERSON and answer all of my questions and provided solutions to all of my problems as well as troubleshoo...
Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2014
Just in time
After I started my business a few years ago I realized I was in need of some legal advise when it came to contractor agreements. I searched out law officer in the Portland/Vancouver are and went with Morinaka Shworm. Chase has given me great advice on many occasions and it was always well thought o...
Chase N Morinaka's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had Chase as opposing counsel in family law and referred several people to him on business and personal injury matters. He is a great advocate and a strong negotiator."
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"I'm happy to refer my Spanish speaking clients to Chase for family law matters."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Chase on several cases. I can say firsthand that he is a great advocate who strives to achieve the best possible results for his clients. Chase is always professional, hardworking and creative. Because Chase is very easy to talk with and extremely knowledgeable with regard to estate planning and business laws in Oregon, I have no reservations about sending him clients."
"Mr. Morinaka represented his client in opposition to our office in a difficult matter in a very capable manner."
"I highly endorse Mr. Morinaka. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help first."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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"Chase is highly respected and skilled attorney. He is committed to his clients and works closely with them to obtain the best possible results. I am confident in Chase's knowledge and abilities and am happy to recommend him."
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"Chase is a smart business owner which makes him a smart business attorney. He is committed to his clients and cares about their success."
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"Mr. Morinaka, is an asset to the legal profession and is well respected by his peers and his clients. He has gained an excellent reputation as a top tier advocate and he exemplifies all of the characteristics of a top quality lawyer. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this attorney. –Anthony Munoz, Esq."
"I endorse this individual as a highly respected and knowledgable lawyer in their practice."
"I endorse Chase. Highly respected in the legal community. Strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Managing Partner, Morinaka Schworm LLC
2010 - 2012
Attorney, Morinaka Law Office LLC
Associations
2019 - Present
City of Portland - Golf Advisory CounselMember
2014 - Present
Oregon Minority Lawyers AssociationCo-chair
2014 - Present
MemberRotary Portland New Generations
2010 - Present
Oregon Minority Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2009 - Present
Oregon State Bar
2014 - 2018
Oregon Asian Pacific American Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2016
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - 2017
Asian Pacific American Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
2013 - 2014
Oregon Minority Lawyers AssociationSecretary
2013 - 2014
Asian Pacific American Chamber of CommerceAmbassador
2010 - 2016
Multnomah County Bar AssociationMember
Education
2008
University of Idaho College of Law
J.D.
2004
Linfield College
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2015
University of Western States Class
Business Law for Chiropractors
2014
Taiwanese Chamber Presentations
Business Law
2014
Estate Planning
Estate Planning for New Parents
2014
Entertainment Law for the Little Guys
Business & Entertainment Law
2013
Asian Pacific American Chamber of Commerce
Business Law in Oregon
2012
PDX Film Collective 2012
Film and Entertainment Law
2012
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers Division CLE
Serving Diverse Clients
2012
Opportunities in Law in Oregon, 2012 Employment Retreat
Beginning Your Legal Career Outside Big Law.
2012
Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security Update
Medicaid Eligibility
2011
Resolving Legal and Financial Issues in Elder Care
Medicaid Planning
2010
Oregon Northwest Information Summit
Estate Planning
Publications
2018
Learning the Ropes 2018
Learning the Ropes: Business Transactions
2015
Morinaka Schworm LLC
Your First Three Years: Business Law for Chiropractors
2012
Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security Update
Medicaid Eligibility
2011
Resolving Legal and Financial Issues in Elder Law
Resolving Legal and Financial Issues in Elder Law
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers