Yunus M. Paisner
About Yunus
Biography
Yunus graduated from George Washington University where he earned his B.A. in Economics with a minor in Political Science. He went on to attend Lewis and Clark Law School, in Portland, Oregon, graduating with a J.D. in 1999.
After assisting criminal clients as a public defender, he started his private law practice in 2003 and has since won countless jury trials and settlements for his clients.
In 2010, Yunus accepted Islam and began to focus his skills on helping the Muslim community with their legal needs. Yunus speaks Japanese fluently and conversational Oromo (Horn of Africa language).
Outside of the office, Yunus enjoys traveling, camping, and fishing with his family.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-30%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 19 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 25 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Yunus M. Paisner
9221 SW Barbur Blvd, #308, Portland, OR, 97219
Law Offices of Yunus M. Paisner
7136 Martin Luther King Jr Way, #202, Seattle, WA, 98118
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Yunus M. Paisner's Reviews
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14 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Divorce & Separation
Posted by abdeslam | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
great attorney with a very positive attutide.
Mr. Paisner is a good attorney; he helped me a lot with divorce. he always answer my questions. I was able to finish my divorce successfully.
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"In the many years I've known Jonah, he's always been thoughtful, fair, diligent and kind. He treats others as he would want them to treat him. An individual or business would be well-served in turning to Jonah for representation."
"Jonah is not just a thoughtful and intelligent lawyer, he's a lawyer that truly cares about what happens to his clients and in getting the right result for them. He's eager to improve his client's position through hard work. I recommend Jonah."
"I've known Mr. Paisner since law school -- even there he was impressively intelligent and creative. He works hard and he truly cares about his clients. If you want a lawyer who will take the time to listen compassionately, then come up with a smart course of action, Mr. Paisner is the one."
"If a client is willing to take responsibility for past misdeeds and commit to trying harder in the future, this is a great lawyer to walk them through the process. He tells the hard truth to criminal defendants -- and won't just take their money, get their hopes up, and blame the client's disappointment in the results on a mean judge or prosecutor. Some cases just aren't winnable, and the sooner a client realizes that, the more money they save on a lawyer, the better prepared they are to face the consequences, the quicker they pay their dues, and the sooner they move on with their lives. Overall - a much healthier process."
"Jonah Paisner is a caring and resourceful attorney. I am proud to count Mr Paisner among my colleagues. I will be glad to refer matters to Mr Paisner because I know his clients will be well served."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo
2012
Bankruptcy Legal Clinic Participation Award, The Volunteer Lawyers Project - Legal Aid Services of Oregon
2010
Pro Bono Honor Roll, Oregon State Bar
Work Experience
2002 - 2003
Managing Attorney, Rose City Defense Consortium (RCDC)
2001 - 2002
Associate, McKeown & Brindle
1999 - 2000
Arraignment Attorney, Multnomah Defenders, Inc.
Associations
2006 - Present
Washington State BarMember
2000 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Medicaid agrees to accept less than half of their lien and frees up $60,000 for minor and modest attorney fees.
Education
1999
J.D.
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Topics in Business law and Personal Injury Law
2012
Law and Muslims 101
2012
Islamaphobia
Publications
2004
Languages
Japanese
English
Arabic
Urdu
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can I be charged with probation violation retroactively, even after terms were completed and the charges dismissed?
11 Mar 2016
Can I file a harassment lawsuit against my wife's ex-husband because of the stress causing adverse effects on my CHF and COPD?
15 Jan 2016
My friend and cousin were caught shoplifting and ended up getting arrested. I think they are both being charged with theft 1
16 Nov 2015