Top best Education Lawyers in Portland | 40 available
40 Education lawyers are available in Portland, Washington. These lawyers are rated between 3.7/5 to 4.1/5 and 62% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $48 to $76 per hour.
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$242 - $437
48% - 76%
3.7 - 4.1 ★
FAQs - Education Lawyers in city Portland How many Education lawyers actively serve residents of Portland, Maine? Approximately 67 licensed attorneys focus on Education across Portland, Maine. Most matters are filed through the Maine District Court, where local rules shape timelines and filing steps. What is the typical hourly fee for Education lawyers in Portland, Maine? In Portland, typical rates range from $188-$361 per hour for Education. End-to-end case budgets frequently land between $3343 and $8130, depending on hearings and discovery. How long do Education matters usually take in courts near Portland? Education cases in Portland, Maine usually take around 3-12 months depending on complexity and the Maine District Court docket. Which local court most often hears Education cases for people living in Portland, Maine? Residents of Portland typically see Education filings handled by the Maine District Court. Proximity to helps with quick submissions and clerk communications. Do attorneys around offer a free first consultation for Education? About 46% of firms near ZIP offer a free first consultation for Education, so you can compare strategy and fit before committing.
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Michael Porter is a partner in the employment law and labor relations and education law practice teams at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP. Since 2000, Mike has worked with public and private employers in all areas of labor and employment law, providing strategic advice and counsel to reduce the risk of employment claims and representing employers in court and in front of administrative bodies. Mike's work includes defense of wage-and-hour class actions; trials centering on employment discrimination, retaliation, and whistleblower claims; and litigation of constitutional claims asserted against public entities such as those involving the First Amendment, including speech and religious-freedom cases, and procedural and substantive due process and other constitutional claims. Mike represents employers dealing with traditional labor issues, ranging from negotiating with unions, arbitrating grievances, and representing employers in matters involving the National Labor Relations Act and the Oregon Public Employee Collective Bargaining Act. Mike’s practice also focuses on serving public school districts, private schools, and higher education institutions on issues involving employment, including tenure issues, student rights and discipline, education programs, and federal and state regulatory compliance. Through this work, Mike has tried lawsuits and has addressed issues through the Office of Civil Rights ("OCR") and other regulatory bodies, including extensive negotiations with OCR and the United States Department of Justice to obtain favorable resolution terms for institutions. This education-related work has encompassed litigation and advice and counsel under Title IX of the Education Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans With Disabilities Act, the Fair Housing Act, and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, as well as constitutional issues such as public-forum restrictions and equal protection restrictions on consideration of race or other protected status in educational programs. Mike's practice encompasses litigation and providing practical strategies concerning a range of issues concerning civil and contractual rights of faculty, employees, students, and community members. Mike regularly undertakes speaking engagements and provides training to clients and to industry groups. Mike's presentations include employment- and education-related topics for the National Association of College and University Attorneys, the National School Boards Association Council of School Attorneys, the Oregon Chapter of the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources, the Oregon School Boards Association, and the Confederation of Oregon School Administrators.
I am licensed to practice law in both Oregon and Washington. I am also admitted to practice in the United
States District Court for the District of
Oregon, the United
States District Court for the Western
District of Washington, and the United
States Court of Appeals for the Ninth
Circuit.. I am the parent of three boys, one of whom has special needs. All three of them attended public schools. I understand both the joy and heartache that comes with the gift of these special children.. As a lawyer, I have the unique opportunity to help your child in ways that make a real difference over the child's entire life. I view my work as an investment in your child's future. My work
immediately impacts your child's education. That impact helps shape and
direct the rest of your child's educational experience.. My philosophy is simple - "The child is the client." I remain focused
on the child's needs and legal entitlements. I uses my background
and experience in both education law and special needs parenting to
help parents solve their child's education issues.. While my specialty is the law for children with special needs, I also
represents children with education issues not related to special
education. I can provide help with almost any educational issue,
including discipline hearings for suspension or expulsion.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.
Experienced Education attorney serving clients in Portland and surrounding areas.