Alan M Spinrad, ADR Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Litigation, and Real Estate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Retired Partner
Portland, OR
Practicing adr in Portland since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Alan M Spinrad is a retired partner based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Litigation, and Real Estate. Alan has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- ADR · Litigation · Real Estate
- Handles ADR, Litigation, and Real Estate matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Alan M Spinrad: Alan M Spinrad is a retired partner based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Litigation, and Real Estate. Alan has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alan takes on
Alan concentrates on adr, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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ADR cases in Portland, Oregon
Alan takes adr matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Portland, Oregon
Alan takes litigation matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Portland, Oregon
Alan takes real estate matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alan M Spinrad — adr lawyer in Portland
Alan M Spinrad is a retired partner based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Litigation, and Real Estate. Alan has over 48 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Alan M Spinrad is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, real estate and 1 other area of law. Alan received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years. Alan practices in Portland, OR.
Working with Alan on a adr matter
Mr. Alan M Spinrad is a lawyer practicing mediation, arbitration, real estate and 1 other area of law. Alan received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1971, and has been licensed for 48 years. Alan practices in Portland, OR.
Clients Alan works with
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, litigation, and real estate matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oregon
J.D. · 1978
Carnegie Mellon University
B.S. Carnegie · 1971
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
U.S. Tax Court
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1979 · ACTIVE
Oregon
1978 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in University of Oregon and B.S. Carnegie in Carnegie Mellon University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in University of Oregon and B.S. Carnegie in Carnegie Mellon University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Alan's professional memberships and bar associations
Multnomah County and American Bar Associations Oregon State Bar Oregon Mediation Association
membership
Locations
Alan M Spinrad's office in Portland
Alan's primary office is at 4640 SW Macadam Ave #200, Portland, OR, 97239-4232. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Alan M Spinrad — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Alan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Portland.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Alan M Spinrad — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan M Spinrad
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Alan is licensed in Oregon. Matters governed by Oregon law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new adr clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Portland, Salem and Eugene in Oregon
Alan handles adr matters throughout Oregon. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
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