a business law firm for modern times.

a business law firm
for modern times.
High-quality legal services for individuals and businesses since 1960.
sussmanshank.com
ABOUT US
taking care of
business.
What does taking care of business mean to
Sussman Shank? It means helping you achieve your
goals. It means understanding your specific needs,
your business and your industry. It means applying our
extensive experience, knowledge, and skills in a
broad range of practice areas and industries to help
you succeed.
Sussman Shank is a mid-size law firm in Portland,
Oregon with attorneys admitted to practice in
Oregon, Washington, California and several other
states. We are an experienced team of over 30
attorneys who have the insight and ability to help
clients succeed in today’s challenging business
environment.
Our clients include public and private companies,
government entities, institutions, non-profit
organizations, and individuals. While we are based
in the Pacific Northwest, we frequently represent
clients in court proceedings and business transactions
throughout the country.
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OUR COMMITMENT
We place a high priority on
accessibility and responsiveness.
our firm values
drive our culture,
work ethic, and
overall success.
We understand that our clients
need and expect practical business
advice delivered quickly and
concisely. Our lawyers and staff
are experienced and ready to deal
with time-sensitive demands.
We take pride in our professional
careers and taking the time
to learn about your business,
knowing your specific business
landscape and objectives. We
stay abreast of evolving laws and
we make sure that our clients
are prepared to address them.
community involvement
We recognize the importance of community service.
Our attorneys and staff give generously of their
time, talent, and resources – and we are proud that
our efforts have a direct and positive impact on the
communities in which we live and work. We approach
our civic responsibilities with the same level of
integrity, passion, and innovative thinking that we do
the practice of law.
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PRACTICE AREAS SERVED
We are a business law firm serving a broad array of practice
areas and industries. Our practice areas include:
•• Agribusiness
•• Banking and Finance
•• Business Restructuring & Bankruptcy
•• Business
•• Construction
•• Employment
•• Environmental
•• Estates and Trusts
•• Health Care
•• Litigation
•• Real Estate
•• Tax
sussmanshank.com
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FIRM RECOGNITION
We have earned recognition by our clients, peers, and the media
for our experience, achievements, and workplace values.
Sussman Shank was recognized as one of the 2016 “100
Best Companies to Work for in Oregon” by Oregon
Business Magazine. This is our 11th year on the list.
We were named to the 2016 “Best Law Firms” list
by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®.
We received a Tier 1 ranking for Bankruptcy and
Creditor Debtor/Insolvency and Reorganization Law
and a Tier 2 recognition in Commercial Litigation,
Health Care Law, and Litigation – Bankruptcy.
Seven of our partners in six practice areas were selected
for inclusion in the 2016 edition of The Best Lawyers®
in America® , the oldest, most respected peer-review
publication in the legal profession.
Half of our firm’s lawyers are recognized as 2015 Oregon
Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars® . In addition, we were
included in the Top 25 Women List and the Top 50
Oregon Super Lawyers List.
We are an AV Preeminent rated law firm, Martindale
Hubbell’s highest proficiency rating.
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GLOBAL REACH
Mackrell International
Sussman Shank LLP is a proud member of
Mackrell International, one of the world’s premier
networks of independent legal firms. Our
membership in Mackrell enables us to provide
our clients with efficient access to high quality
firms throughout the world. With firms in 60
countries, Mackrell provides access to 4,500
lawyers worldwide providing seamless legal
service wherever our clients may need it.
mackrell.net
6
1000 SW Broadway, Suite 1400
Portland, Oregon 97205
sussmanshank.com
Phone: 503.227.1111
800.352.7078
Fax: 503.248.0130