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Michelle Kathleen Freed
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Licensed in Washington for 17 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 21 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Idaho for 16 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Michelle Kathleen Freed
1040 NE 44th Avenue, Suite 4, Portland, OR, 97213
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Posted by Leslie | March 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
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Michelle Freed helped me resolve my issue quickly and professionally. A subrogation service was asking for money to settle an insurance claim after a car accident. If I hadn't hired Michelle, I would have paid much more and perhaps not ever legally gotten a resolution to my case. I even got a chec...
Posted by Alin | August 21, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Trustworthy
I have dealt with lawyers before and I did not feel that they represented me properly. Needless to say I was leary of lawyers. Michelle was great! I did not feel she was dragging my case out to make more money, she was upfront with me in regard to going to trial. She explained my situation and I was ...
Posted by Walter | June 04, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great experience
I am very opinionated and always try to find shortcuts to unpleasant issues. Michelle always suggested me the right thing to do and clearly explained with honesty the possible outcomes. At the end I was really pleased with the way my case was handled.
Posted by Malinda | April 26, 2012
Spectacular service and attention to our case
My husband and I had a very complicated case and Michelle was very informative from the start. She offered different strategies for handling our problem and kept me in the loop always. When it came to the end all be all she still had suggestions but was upfront about what kind of impact it may have...
Posted by Sarah | November 28, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt
I am glad that I picked Michelle
I just wanted to thank Michelle Freed for her support and guidance in dealing with my bankruptcy case. It has been a traumatic time for myself and it was important for me to have someone to rely on and who was able to explain the system and help us work towards a favourable outcome. Michelle is ...
Michelle Kathleen Freed's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Freed is a very effective and knowledgeable attorney who is very passionate about her clients."
"I have been practicing bankruptcy law in Portland for nearly a quarter of a century. When I am dealing with a complex bankruptcy matter, my first call is to Michelle. She's fabulous. In fact, I referred two potential clients to her just today."
"Michelle is highly intelligent and a passionate advocate. She fights hard for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is professional and extremely knowledgeable. She brings a real-life approach to the law, offering creative options and practical resolution. She is well-liked in the legal community, and always fosters mutual respect with adversaries."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is a thoughtful, patient, and accomplished attorney that cares about the quality of her work and her clients."
"Michelle is a highly qualified, knowledgeable attorney who cares about her clients and their issues. I absolutely recommend her to both consumers and businesses seeking her expertise."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is one of the most intelligent and practical lawyers I have had the privilege to work with during my 30 year professional career. She is dedicated to finding and achieving an appropriate and affordable solution to each legal matter she works on, whether it be debt collection, debt settlement, litigation or general business matters. She is a stickler for details. She has a sparkling personality which endears her to clients, court personnel and adversaries alike. I endorse her legal abilities without qualification."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Pro-Bono Award; Legal Aid Services of Oregon Bankruptcy Clinic, Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
2011
Pro-Bono Award; Legal Aid Services of Oregon Bankruptcy Clinic, Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
2006
Pro-Bono Award; Legal Aid Services of Oregon Bankruptcy Clinic, Oregon State Bar Debtor Creditor Section
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Eblen Freed PC
2007 - 2011
Associate Attorney, Smith and Greaves, LLP
2005 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Todd Trierweiler & Associates
Associations
2011 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Consumer Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor SectionMember
2018 - 2018
Oregon Civil Justice Initiative Task ForceMember
2017 - 2019
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard
Education
2004
Lewis & Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2019
Oregon State Bar Family Law Section Annual Conference
Retained, Represented, and now a receivable
2017
OTLA
Thinking like a judgment creditor
2017
OSB Consumer Law Section
Nuts and Bolts of Attorney Fee Petitions
2016
Oregon State Bar Family Law Section Annual Conference
Planning, Prosecuting, Panicking
2013
Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
Bankruptcy Basics for the new business lawyer
2012
Public Forum
Dealing with Debt
2012
Oregon State Bar Family Law Section Annual Conference
Collections in Family Law
2012
NALS Spring Conference
Bankruptcy
2012
2012 AAML Spring CLE
Bankruptcy and Family Law
2011
Public Forum
Dealing with Debt
Publications
2012
Family Law 2012 Cumulative Supplement, Oregon State Bar Publications
Chapter Author: Bankruptcy and Family Law
2008
Family Law 2008 Cumulative Supplement, Oregon State Bar Publications
Chapter Author: Bankruptcy and Family Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I put a car that is primarily in my name that my exwife has possesion of in bankruptcy?
31 Oct 2023
Q&A
CAN A CAR THAT REPOSSED OVER 10 YEARS AGO, NOW UNITED RECOVERY SERVICES CALLED ME THIS MORNING WANTING TO SETTLE FOR LESS MONEY?
24 Apr 2023
Q&A
How can a creditor charge $31,000 in interest over a six year period, and raise that number from $28,000 just a few months ago?
29 May 2021