Jose A. Klein

Jose A. Klein

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, State, Local And Municipal Law, Discrimination ... +2 more

1215 SE 8th Avenue Suite F, Portland, OR

About Jose

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 1-550 per hour

Contingency

33%-42%


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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 11 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 17 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Klein Munsinger, LLC

1215 SE 8th Avenue Suite F, Portland, OR, 97214

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Jose A. Klein's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

5 star (27)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Teal | April 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best out there!

Would highly recommend Jose to anyone I know. It felt so easy to talk to him, and I felt very safe and not ease the entire time we went back-and-forth about my case. He was very open and honest, and had great communication. I could always get in contact with him, and he always told me what was up. If... you’re looking for someone to back you and to have in your corner, I highly recommend Jose and his company. They look after you, and get you where you need to go!

Posted by Teela | October 1, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Brilliant, compassionate, skilled lawyer

Jose Klein is a very intelligent, compassionate lawyer, and an overall really nice person! He listened to me rant and rave about the treatment I endured from my former employer, and never once made me feel silly or out of line. He was the only person who actually acknowledged that it was wrong how th...ey treated me, and that was really huge for me in that moment. He isn’t only kind and attentive to your concerns, but he’s also a genius and can truly hear what you are saying, and articulate it back and into a way that actually makes sense. I have nothing but great things to say about Jose and Damien, and I definitely recommend them to anyone who needs a top notch labor/employment lawyer.

Posted by Doug | March 17, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Assistants helpful and service-minded

I contacted this firm with some questions about employer privacy law, and slanderous behavior. While they didn't think they could help me, the Operations Manager I spoke with was diligent and respectful of my situation. She advised me about the manner in which my employer might act at this point, and... directed me towards resources that might be helpful without charging a dime. I only wish they could take my case. Thank you for being a breath of fresh air!

Posted by anonymous | March 6, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honestly, look no further.

Honestly, look no further. In my opinion, there is no better employment and civil rights attorney in Oregon or Washington. He represented me skillfully, and I would recommend Jose Klein, Esq. with zero hesitation. He’s super smart and will get you to the finish line with his ability to think about th...ings as a whole. Employment and civil rights cases can be very emotional; and, trust me, you will need an intelligent, level-headed attorney working for you if you want to come out ahead.

Posted by Darby | January 8, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

I was referred to Jose and his team by a contract attorney who I had used in the past. I had interviewed a few attorneys to represent me and after my initial meeting with him, it was a no-brainer. From the very start, I felt like I could trust Jose. He was an attentive listener and made me feel ackno...wledged, respected, and valued. I wanted an attorney who would fight for me, and someone who I could trust had my best intentions at heart. Jose and his team were diligent, meticulous, and incredibly talented when it came to handling and planning a strategy for my case. They very thorough when explaining certain scenarios, and what to expect throughout the entire process. Jose was aggressive when he needed to be, sympathetic to my emotions and completely exceeded my expectations. Jose and Russell were there for me from start to finish and answered every question and phone call even at inconvenient times. I never felt like I was bothering them or coming to them with a stupid or obvious question. I felt validated, safe, and important to them. The outcome of my case was a positive one and I can't sing their praises enough.

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Jose A. Klein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Fallon Niedrist

Employment and labor lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jose is not only provides kind and compassionate counsel for his clients, but is also a world-class advocate and extremely knowledgeable in employment and labor. I consistently refer potential clients to Jose, knowing they will be provided with excellent advice and advocacy."

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Christina Stephenson

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jose has a depth of experience in employment law, which sets him apart from many others in the legal community. Jose also possesses the work ethic and tenacity to tackle even the most complicated legal problem."

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Damien Munsinger

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jose Klein is an excellent attorney who brings a decisive intelligence and gift for strategic thinking to all aspects of litigation. He is also fantastic to work with and is a great client communicator."

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Robert Meyer

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jose's clients benefit from his extensive experience in employment law gained at some of the most highly respected law firms in the Portland area. He is a strong advocate for employees who have been wrongfully terminated. I highly recommend him."

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Colin Love-Geiger

Litigation lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Jose is a superb litigator. He is the rare attorney who is both an analytical powerhouse and a charming orator. With an Ivy League pedigree and a clerkship at the Oregon Supreme Court, Jose's impressive credentials have positioned him as one of Oregon's premier attorneys. He is a master of the law who devises brilliant legal strategies that confound his opponents. In spite of his preternatural legal skills, Jose is a humble, down-to-earth person who is equally able to connect with a juror or a judge. I unequivocally recommend him to any person seeking a litigation attorney."

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Mauro Ramirez

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Pete Meyers

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Damien Munsinger

Employment and labor lawyer

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Matthew Ellis

Wrongful termination lawyer

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Ryan Gibson

Employment and labor lawyer

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James Tschudy

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Gloria Trainor

Family lawyer

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Kevin Parks

Litigation lawyer

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Whitney Stark

Civil rights lawyer

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Christina Stephenson

Discrimination lawyer

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Robert Meyer

Employment and labor lawyer

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Eric Wilson

Employment and labor lawyer

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Shelley Russell

Employment and labor lawyer

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Fallon Niedrist

Employment and labor lawyer

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Joseph Haddad

Employment and labor lawyer

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Colin Love-Geiger

Employment and labor lawyer

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Jason Hirshon

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Darian Stanford

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Klein Munsinger

2015 - 2017

Associate, Fisher Phillips

2013 - 2015

Associate, Barran Liebman, LLP

2010 - 2012

Assistant Attorney General, Oregon Department Of Justice

2008 - 2010

Judicial Clerk, Oregon Supreme Court

2002 - 2004

Volunteer, United States Peace Corps

Associations

2021 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Labor and Employment Law Section

Chair

2017 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Labor and Employment Law Section

Member

2012 - Present

American Inns of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Arbitration Decision

Grievance Dismissed

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Education

2008

Harvard University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

University of Amsterdam

MA - Masters

1997

Vassar College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Quarterly Task Force

Non-Economic Damages

2017

Oregon City Attorneys Association Off Duty Conduct - Can you regulate it

2017

NPELRA- Academy 2

Grievance Response

2016

NPELRA - Academy 1

Introduction to Collective Bargaining

2015

Annual conference

Effective discipline and discharge

Publications

2017

ABA The Developing Labor Law Contributing Editor (Chapter 11)

2014

Professional Liability Fund and Oregon State Bar Legal Publications Oregon Statutory Time Limitations - Employment Law and Civil Rights

Languages

Dutch

Spanish

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