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About Marcel
Biography
My practice is focused on general litigation and representing property management companies. I help clients ensure that they are in complinace with the law and advocate for them in court. In addition, I frequently teach courses about landlord-tenant law.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Landlord or Tenant
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15 years | 500 cases
Litigation
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15 years | 500 cases
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Licensed in Oregon for 14 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2011
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Marcel Gesmundo's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgeable, Smart and Kind
It was my hope to avoid a lawsuit with a tenant. Although I was somewhat bitter about the experience, i didn't really want to fight. Marcel took my tenant's letter of demand and walked me through each possibility and how the law applied. Then he helped me gather evidence of the damage done to my h...
Posted by Eric | March 31, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Potential Landlord-Tenet Dispute Avoided
Mr. Gesmundo has been my attorney for the last 3 years and I regularly consult with him on a number of legal issues, from business to landlord-tenant law, which he is very knowledgeable about. Most recently, we had questions about termination notices and service requirements. Marcel quickly pointed o...
Posted by Angella | September 23, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Very professional and straight forward.
Marcel was able to obtain my refund that was being held by another law firm I had hired. They had not followed through on my case and I was forced to hire another attorney. Marcel dealt with them very swiftly and I received my full refund due with in 2 months and I didn't have take them to court. V...
Posted by Charlotte | May 16, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Helped us out of a major quagmire!
My roommates and I got wrapped up in a lease at a property that was not in the condition we were expecting, and certainly not worth what we were paying for it. We had countless problems at the property and with the management, and we finally decided we wanted out! We consulted with two different atto...
Posted by Joe | March 21, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
An Attorney's Attorney!
I hired Marcel to assist in complex, out-of-state litigation. In addition to excellent work, Marcel was hardworking, insightful and full of great ideas and advice. I look forward to the next time we work together.
Marcel Gesmundo's Lawyer Endorsements
"Marcel Gesmundo is the perfect balance of aggressiveness and tact that you need when you find yourself facing, or filing, a lawsuit. His resourcefulness and determination to carry the fight on behalf of his clients, as well as his ability to see the situation from both sides, make him a highly effective lawyer to have in your corner."
"Marcel is smart, hard working, creative and diligent."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Marcel is an experienced landlord attorney. He is knowledgeable and has always provided good insights to any questions I have regarding the subject matter of landlord tenant laws"
"Marcel is a great lawyer with a truly down to earth approach to the practice of law. Marcel is pragmatic and reasonable while still zealously advocating for the best interests of his clients. If I have a landlord/tenant question I call him first."
John Stark
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | May 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Marcel is a young and talented lawyer, passionate about his work and engaged in every step of the process from building the case to negotiating a settlement or litigating any unresolved issues. Marcel cares a lot about keeping his clients informed about their case and is kind, thoughtful, and easy to work with. I am very confident in endorsing Marcel Gesmundo as an Oregon attorney."
"Marcel is a very gifted attorney and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him in any area of law, as I have in the past. He is dedicated and caring towards his clients, and gets fantastic results for his clients."
"For a young attorney, Marcel shows remarkable maturity and knowledge of the law. He's an attorney I trust to help represent my own clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Marcel is very, very smart, and thinks about what he's doing."
"Marcel is an outstanding attorney who has earned a superb and well-deserved reputation among his peers. He is thorough, incredibly smart, and fights hard for his clients. Marcel consistently produces results that make a difference. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."
Roberta Traverso-Estes
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Jul 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Marcel is a good friend of mine and an inspiring person to work with. When we worked together, our team could always count on him to get the job done and, more importantly, done right. He's smart, diligent, and thorough. Most impressive to me is the great sense of humor Marcel maintains on top of it all. I'm happy to endorse Marcel because he's someone I trust both personally and professionally."
"Marcel has a results-oriented approach towards representing his clients in the courtroom. He is always focused and well prepared."
Matthew Sweeney
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | May 07
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gesmundo is an extremely capable and hard-working attorney. I have known him for approximately four years and am always impressed with his work ethic and ability. I would feel confident referring a client to him. He is a strong advocate for his clients."
Alana DiCicco
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Apr 27
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Marcel Gesmundo is an excellent attorney and I would recommend him to any prospective client."
R Scott Jerger
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Mar 23
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Marcel is diligent and well-prepared and has a great understanding of Clean Water Act litigation. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone."
"Marcel is an outstanding attorney and passionate advocate for his clients. He works hard to ensure the best possible outcome for his clients. I highly recommend Marcel to anybody seeking legal counsel."
Jeffrey Traylor
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Dec 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Marcel is an excellent attorney, particularly in environmental law matters. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone."
"Marcel is a fine advocate both in and out of the courtroom. I endorse his work and believe any client would be well served by his representation."
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Experience
Honors
2011
Cornelius Honor Society, Lewis and Clark Law School
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Greenspoon Marder, PA
2015 - 2017
Associate, Bittner & Hahs P.C.
2014 - 2015
Of Counsel, Murphy Law Group
2013 - 2015
Attorney, Gesmundo Law
2011 - 2013
Attorney, O'Donnell Gesmundo PC
Associations
2012 - Present
U.S. District Court, District of OregonAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Client v. Landlord
Settled for Undisclosed Amount
FEMA v. Client
FEMA reversed its opinion after I filed a request for reconsideration and has stated that client qualified for aid.
FED - eviction
Trial Win: Tenant Evicted
Anti-SLAPP
Case dismissed voluntarily after threatening to file a motion to dismiss based on Oregon's anti-SLAPP.
Landlord v. Tenant (Client)
Settled with terms releasing all claims for unpaid rent and providing Tenant an additional two months of free rent before move out date.
Landlord v. LC (client)
Trial Win: tenant allowed to stay in home.
Client v. Industrial Facility
Settlement terms included compliance schedule, charitable donation, consultant fees, attorney fees.
Landlord v. Tenant (Client)
Tenant (Client) wins at FED trial.
Divorce
Judgment granted Client's requested relief
DMV v. MW
Win
State v. WB
Record of conviction and arrest set aside (expunged).
Clients v. Oregon Department of Agriculture
Motion to stay temporary rule granted.
State v. EP
Expunged
LB (client) v. Landlord
Case settled for twice the security deposit and attorney fees four (4) days after sending a demand letter to the landlord.
Tenant (Client) v. Landlord
Settled prior to filing the complaint for more than double the security deposit amount.
Client v. Industrial Facility
Stopped facility's non-compliance, supplemental environmental project, improved BMPs or discontinuation of all discharges, and attorney fees and costs
In The Matter of Child Support: Obligor and Obligee (Client)
Ex husband ordered to increase child support and pay medical support.
Client v. City
cash settlement favorable to client
Stout et al v. United States Forest Service
State v. Client (DUII, Reckless, Intoxicant Test Refusal)
Client entered diversion, reckless charge setover and refusal charge setover without any additional fines
Education
2011
Lewis & Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2016
Prism 2016
Ordinary Wear and Tear
2016
Prism
Legal Update: Rent Increases
2016
PDX Summit
Legal Update: Rent Increase
2014
NEDC Speaker Series
On Solo Environmental Litigation
2014
2014
Law Practice Management Class
Practice Management
2013
Westwind Retreat
Life after Law School
2013
Law Practice Management course
Selecting Practice Areas
2013
10th Annual National Animal Law Competitions: Lewis and Clark Practice Rounds
Moot Court Judge
Publications
2011
INDIAN Y.B. INT’L L. & POL’Y
Would Serious Criminal Sanction Apply if Bhopal Occurred in the United States?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
If an independent contractor refuses to pay salon rent on time (as specified in the lease) what is the process to end the lease?
23 Jul 2014
Q&A
How do I evict my sister-in-law?
27 May 2014
Q&A
How do I evict my son and his girlfriend (and my grandchild unfortunately) due to never paying rent and screaming and yelling.
27 May 2014