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Practice areas
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Employment and labor75%
32 years, 1,013 cases
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Landlord or tenant25%
32 years, 1,013 cases
Licensed for 31 years
State
OR
Status
Active
Acquired
1991
Updated
12/11/2022
State
MN
Status
Administrative Suspension
Acquired
1993
Updated
10/28/2022
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Michael J Ross
9999 SW Wilshire St, Suite 101
Portland, OR, 97225
Reviews
An excellent attorney and a fine person!
Amazing lawyer
Outstanding competent Employment -- Labor Lawyer
Wrongful termination victory.
Problem with the Room-mate from Hell
Cost
Rates
- Hourly Rates $ 300-450 per hour
- Contingency 33%-50%
Payment methods
Cash, Check
Resume
Work Experience
- Attorney
- The Law Office of Michael J. Ross
- 2016 - Present
- Partner
- Slater Ross Attorneys
- 2002 - 2015
- Attorney
- The Ross Law Office
- 1992 - 2002
Education
- Willamette University College of Law
- JD - Juris Doctor
- 1991
- Evangel University
- BS - Bachelor of Science
- 1988
Legal Cases
- Swoboda v. Viterra Energy Services
- Refund of unlawful fees.
- McDuffy v. Interstate Distributor Co.
- Recovered lost wages, emotional distress damages and attorney fees.
Associations
- United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit
- Member
- 2008 - Present
- U.S. District Court of Oregon
- Member
- 1994 - Present
- Oregon State Bar
- Member
- 1991 - Present
Languages Spoken
- English
Honors and Awards
- Partner in Providing Access to Justice
- Campaign for Equal Justice
- 2009
Speaking Engagements
- FHA & ADA Seminar
- Unlawful Discrimination and Reasonable Accommodation
- 2016
- Continuing Education Class
- New Landlord Tenant Laws
- 2016
- ORHA - Continuing Education
- Landlord Tenant Law Update
- 2015
Attorney endorsements
Received
(9)
Given
(9)
Employment and labor Attorney | May 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I am a workers' compensation attorney and I have referred several of my clients over to Michael to see if they should pursue an employment claim. He is a smart, tenacious lawyer and has done a great job for the folks I've asked him to help. I highly recommend him."
Employment and labor Attorney | Jan 30
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Michael is honest, smart, hard-working, and a wonderful advocate for his clients. His friendly demeanor and strong character show in his work, but he also stands up for his clients. He was great to work with, had great vision, and I would not hesitate to refer him a case or to work with him again."
Employment and labor Attorney | Jan 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Michael is a talented advocate for his clients. We represented separate clients in an employment discrimination case that was joined for discovery and trial. I'd jump at the opportunity to work with him again."
Litigation Attorney | Dec 05
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"Michael Ross is an excellent attorney. He works hard for his clients and is a tireless advocate for them when it comes to obtaining a good outcome for his clients. I highly recommend Michael."
Landlord or tenant Attorney | Nov 19
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this attorney. Mr. Ross comes prepared to either work on an negotiated settlement or try the matter before the court with experience and knowledge. His clients can count on a professional who will protect their interests."
Litigation
Employment and labor
Employment and labor
Landlord or tenant
Workers compensation
Workers compensation
Personal injury
Civil rights
Personal injury
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