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For more than thirtysix years, Portland Attorney Scott T. Cliff, has focused his practice on all aspects of employment law, representing both employers and employees and earning a reputation among clients, colleagues and even opponents for his well-balanced, cost-effective approach to resolving conflicts. He offers services covering the spectrum of appropriate conflict resolution strategies, including counseling, litigation, arbitration and mediation. His practice model is simple: Keep overhead and fees low and help clients by either doing what he does best or by finding them a lawyer who better meets their needs.
Scott has been selected for inclusion in the 2012 and 2020-2024 lists of Oregon Super Lawyers ® for Employment Law and the 2013 Super Lawyers Business Edition® of the nation's top attorneys in the business practice areas of Employment & Labor.
Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ "AV" (Labor & Employment, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Business Law)* Martindale-Hubbell® has also recognized Scott as a "Client Champion - Platinum," a distinction held by fewer than 1% of all lawyers, based on client satisfaction.
* "AV Preeminent® (4.) - AV Preeminent® is a significant rating accomplishment - a testament to the fact that a lawyer's peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence."
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State: Oregon
Acquired: 1987
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State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
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Posted by Juliana | December 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Scott Cliff is the attorney you want on your side.
If you are looking for an honest, respectful, knowledgeable, sensible, reasonable, and kind attorney to guide you through a difficult situation, look no further — Scott Cliff is the attorney you want on your side. He helped me navigate a case I should never have had to go through, where I was accused...
Posted by David | July 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
I wholeheartedly recommend Scott!
I cannot thank Scott Cliff enough for the compassion, dedication, and professionalism he showed during one of the most difficult periods of my life. After being wrongfully denied unemployment benefits, I found myself overwhelmed and unable to properly represent myself. From the start, Scott went a...
Posted by anonymous | August 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
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I want to share my experience of working with Scott Cliff. This a brilliant lawyer. I had two custody cases in different states in the past and I saw multiple lawyers. Scott is the most educated, professional and experienced person I know. In addition being for so many years a lawyer in state of Oreg...
Posted by Janet | April 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
EXPERT ATTORNEY, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE
Scott Cliff is the most outstanding attorney I have ever worked with. His service sets the Five Star standard for an exceptional experience and outcome. From my initial encounter, I was confident I could trust his legal expertise and allow him to guide me through the process during an incredibly st...
Posted by Mike | July 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Employment Agreement
I contacted Scott to have an employment contract reviewed. Scott replied to my message within hours, reviewed my agreement and provided a straight forward, easy to understand summary of areas of risk along with recommended changes all in the same day. I am very pleased with his responsiveness and ...
"I have had the privilege of knowing Scott Cliff for many years. He is an exceptional attorney who not only zealously represents his clients, but also serves as an arbitrator and mediator as well. If you need an employment lawyer, Scott should be your first choice."
"I am pleased to endorse Scott Cliff. We have shared office space for 5 years and I have observed Scott on a daily basis. We also have collaborated on a few cases, and I have referred clients of mine to him for representation in employment matters. Scott is extremely knowledgeable in employment law and is as fair, diligent and honest a lawyer as I have known in my 40 years of practice. It is a pleasure to be associated with Scott. He very much deserves the highest professional rating."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Scott is very effective because he knows how to cooperate with other lawyers to achieve positive results but can, when necessary, aggressively advocate on behalf of his client. He is also one of the most ethical lawyers I have ever encountered."
"Scott and I worked opposite of each other on an non competition case. Scott did a great job on behalf of his client. His briefing and oral arguments were well done and thoughtful. He was very nice to work with. I would whole heartedly endorse Scott."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He has helped my clients deal with sophisticated employment law problems beyond my expertise in that area"
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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
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Business Edition - Labor & Employment, SuperLawyers
2012
Oregon Labor & Employment, SuperLawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1986
Medal for Excellence in Advocacy (Moot Court Competition), American College of Trial Lawyers
1986
American Jurisprudence Award--Employment Discrimination, Lawyers Co-operative Publishing Company
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006 - Present
Owner, THE LAW OFFICE OF SCOTT T. CLIFF
1998 - 2006
Shareholder, Amburgey & Rubin, P.C.
1993 - 1998
Partner, Carter & Cliff
1992 - 1993
Associate, Danner Scott & Martin
1987 - 1991
Associate, Spears, Lubersky, Campbell & Bledsoe
1987 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
1987 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
1987 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Litigation SectionMember
1999 - 1999
Oregon State Bar, Sole and Small Firm Practitioners' SectionChair Elect
1996 - 1998
Oregon State Bar, Sole and Small Firm Practitioners' SectionExecutive Committee
1989 - 1990
Oregon State Bar, Civil Rights SectionMember
1987
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BS - Bachelor of Science
2010
2009
Compensation Issues Under FLSA and Oregon Law
2008
Employment Litigation
2005
Employment Related Records in Oregon
2005
1099 versus W-2
2004
Strategic Human Resources Management
2003
Litigation of Wage Claim Cases
2003
Payroll Management in Oregon
2009
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Legal Answers
Employment (labor laws) : HR asked me to sign a contract but sent an email that I can violate their terms. Is this legal?
28 Jun 2021
According to ORS 652.150 I should receive penalty wages?
29 Feb 2012
In Oregon, can you receive unemployment if fired for not hitting performance metrics? (such as call time/volume)
17 Nov 2011