Matthew Zekala

Matthew Zekala

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Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 12 years

Ethics and professional responsibility Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Native Peoples Law, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

2175 NW Davis Street, Apt. 305, Portland, OR

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Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Ethics and Professional Responsibility 30%

Our office represents a wide range of licensed professionals, including attorneys, architects, engineers, and healthcare professionals (including nurses, paramedics, physicians, psychologists, and therapists).

30%
Criminal Defense 20%

Whether criminal charges arise from intentional wrongdoing, neglect, intellectual disability, or substance abuse, the consequences can be devastating. We strive to achieve the best possible outcome to allow clients to regain control of their lives.

20%
Native Peoples Law 20%

Our office represents tribal governments, economic development entities, tribal gaming operations, and tribal members on a wide variety of issues.

20%
Gaming 10%

Our office represents clients in the highly regulated gaming, lottery, and the burgeoning sports betting industries.

10%
Land Use and Zoning 10%

Our office assists clients navigate the complex system of Oregon's land use rules and regulations. We work with businesses, residential property owners, and regulators to achieve common sense, practical solutions relating to land use and zoning.

10%
Lawsuits and Disputes 10%

I serve my clients by efficiently evaluating and handling cases with a focus on out-of-court resolutions to most matters.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 12 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2013

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Matthew Zekala

2175 NW Davis Street, Apt. 305, Portland, OR, 97210

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Benjamin Scissors

Unknown lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Mr. Zekala on a variety of white-collar defense and professional licensing cases as a law clerk. As an associate attorney, Mr. Zekala was already more knowledgeable and detail-oriented than other attorneys in the field with significantly more experience. At this stage in his career, Mr. Zekala is a veteran and has built off an already impressive foundation. He is razor-sharp and a force to have in your corner. I endorse this attorney whole-heartedly."

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Mark Cogan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Our law firm collaborates with the Ungar Law Firm frequently in service of our clients. As a result of this professional collaboration, we have come to respect Matthew Zekala for his integrity, resourcefulness, legal knowledge, and his dedication to serving his clients. We do not hesitate to refer complicated and challenging legal matters to the Ungar Law Firm, and we have confidence that every client we place in the care of Mr Zekala will be served with the utmost skill and professionalism."

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Steven Ungar

Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt works with me at Ungar Law Office so I'll disclose that up front -- and yes, I'm biased. We would be known as a "boutique law firm," with specialties in white collar criminal defense (where I'm known as a SuperLawyer and Best Lawyer), but we do more work in Ethics and Professional Licensing, Regulatory Compliance, Government Affairs, and Indian Law. Matt's has excellent research, writing and analytic abilities, which I rely on daily. He regularly handles cases as lead counsel and has a great rapport with clients, both individual and corporate. Our firm receives at least 50% of our clients from other lawyers, primarily referrals of aspects of cases they are already handling where another aspect requires a special skill or expertise in a particular area that we possess, e.g. licensing for lawyers, doctors, etc."

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Jeffrey Turnoy

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Matt on a few matters over the years, and I have found Matt to be resourceful, dedicated, and unwavering when it comes to assisting his clients. Matt is an excellent legal researcher and has a knack for tackling difficult legal issues. I give Matt my full endorsement."

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Zachary Winston

Unknown lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse Matt. I have worked on several matters with Matt and he has always shown himself to be dedicated towards his clients and achieves outstanding results. I recommend Matt without hesitation."

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Mark Cogan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Zachary Winston

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Jeffrey Turnoy

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2017 - 2019

Attorney, Ungar Law Office LLC

2016 - 2017

Contract Attorney, Lane Powell PC

2015 - 2016

Associate, Hunt & Associates

2014 - 2015

Special Assistant Attorney General, Oregon Department Of Justice

Associations

2019 - Present

Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Tribal Court

Member

2015 - Present

U.S. District Court of Oregon

Member

2014 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

Education

2012

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD

2003

Portland State University

Bachelor of Arts (BA),

Publications

Languages

English

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