Sussman Shank LLP
Sussman Shank LLP was established in Portland in 1960. The firm represents businesses and individuals throughout the Pacific Northwest, including startups, public and private companies, government entities and nonprofit organizations. Its attorneys provide transactional counsel and trial representation. Its business team advises clients on daily operations and major decisions, while published attorney experience includes governance, contracts, succession planning, real estate, construction, employment and debtor creditor matters.
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Overview
Sussman Shank LLP is a law firm in Portland, Oregon, founded in 1960. The firm was established in Portland in 1960. The firm represents businesses and individuals throughout the Pacific Northwest, including startups, public and private companies, government entities and nonprofit organizations. It handles business and corporate law, civil litigation, employment law, real estate law, construction law, and bankruptcy law.
You can talk to the firm about business law, real estate and land use, business restructuring and bankruptcy, consumer bankruptcy, and health care. Its attorneys provide transactional counsel and trial representation. Its business team advises clients on daily operations and major decisions, while published attorney experience includes governance, contracts, succession planning, real estate, construction, employment and debtor creditor matters.
Attorneys at Sussman Shank LLP include Jason W. Alexander, Steven F. Cade, and Barry P. Caplan.
Looking for a business lawyer in Portland? Get in touch with the firm when you are ready, or compare it with other firms nearby first.
Every case is different, so when you speak to the firm, explain what happened and where, and ask whether they have handled matters like yours. It is also worth asking about deadlines, the documents you will need, fees and what happens next.
Who is Sussman Shank LLP best for?
Sussman Shank LLP is a strong choice when you need help with:
- A bankruptcy case or a debt dispute
- Legal questions about starting, running or selling a business
- A lawsuit or a dispute that may end up in court
What Sussman Shank LLP handles
These are the kinds of cases the firm says it handles. Not sure if yours fits? Ask the firm when you get in touch.
The team at Sussman Shank LLP
Jason W. AlexanderPartner
Steven F. CadePartner
Barry P. CaplanPartner
Ann K. ChapmanSpecial Counsel
Melanie ChochSpecial Counsel
Thomas M. ChristPartner
Timothy J. ColemanPartner
Christopher N. CoylePartner
Garrett S. EggenPartner
Josh G. FloodPartner
Chris B. Fowler, LL.M.Partner
Darin D. HonnSpecial Counsel
Sussman Shank LLP reviews
Reviews from Google, shown in Google's own order, including the critical ones. 4.5 average from 12 reviews.
“I am writing this review as a party who is in litigation with a client of Bill Fig. We have been immersed in this litigation since March, 2022. I am pro se (meaning acting as my own attorney). 4 years is a long time. Most people become intimidated much sooner (even other attorneys) and settle.”
Read the full review on Google →“I was fortunate to have Tab Wood of Sussman Shank represent me in an automobile-related suit. I highly recommend Tab and the firm, as he was excellent to communicate with, always took the time to answer my questions, and handled my case with great skill.”
Read the full review on Google →“Heather and her team did a wonderful job helping us navigate issues with a family member's estate. They were responsive and helpful in the entire process. With their assistance we resolved the situation.”
View on Google →“Andrea is a superstar. Went Above & beyond.”
View on Google →“they have no attorneys for less than 300.00. I hired them to start a s corp and write a construction contract for me. it cost me over 3000.00 and still had to do file paperwork with the state. why a partner attorney was tasked with establishing a one person s corp is beyond me.”
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Before you contact Sussman Shank LLP
Before your first call about your business and corporate law matter, jot down a short timeline of what happened, where it happened, any letters or notices you have received and your next deadline. If you already have an open case or claim, keep the case number handy, along with the name of the court, agency, insurer or other side. Write down what you want to achieve and the questions you want answered, so nothing gets missed. Hold on to your original documents until the firm tells you how to share them safely.
- Do you handle business and corporate law cases like mine in Oregon?
- Who would work on my case, and how will you keep me updated?
- Are there deadlines, notices or evidence I need to deal with right away?
- How do you charge, and will you explain consultation fees, retainers or hourly rates before any work starts?
Where the firm is
The firm's office is at 1000 Southwest Broadway Suite 1400, Portland, OR 97205.
Get directions →Frequently asked questions
Where is Sussman Shank LLP located?
Sussman Shank LLP is located in Portland, Oregon.
What are Sussman Shank LLP's practice areas?
Sussman Shank LLP handles business and corporate law, civil litigation, employment law, real estate law, construction law, and bankruptcy law.
Who are the attorneys at Sussman Shank LLP?
Attorneys at Sussman Shank LLP include Jason W. Alexander (Partner), Steven F. Cade (Partner), and Barry P. Caplan (Partner).
Who leads Sussman Shank LLP?
Heather A. Kmetz is the Managing Partner of Sussman Shank LLP.
About this profileThis profile is based on public information, mainly the firm's own website. Details such as attorneys, fees and consultation policies can change, so contact the firm directly to confirm them before you decide. This profile is not legal advice and is not an endorsement of the firm.