
Brian B Doherty, Education Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 48 years of legal practice · focused on Education, Employment, and Energy · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratMiller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP
Portland, OR
Practicing education in Portland since 1978.
- 48+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Brian B Doherty is a partner based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and Energy. Brian has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 48 years
- Known for
- Education · Employment · Energy
- Handles Education, Employment, and Energy matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 48 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Brian B Doherty: Brian B Doherty is a partner based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and Energy. Brian has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Brian's practice areas in Portland
Brian concentrates on education, employment, energy, environmental, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Education cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian takes education 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian takes employment 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian takes energy 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian takes environmental 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian takes government 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Brian B Doherty, education attorney serving Portland
Brian B Doherty is a partner based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Education, Employment, and Energy. Brian has over 48 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Brian works from Portland, Oregon and takes on education matters across the region.
Mr. Brian B Doherty is a lawyer practicing government & regulatory affairs, energy & sustainability, employment law & labor relations and 1 other area of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Notre Dame University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Brian practices at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP in Portland, OR and 3 others locations.
Working with Brian on a education matter
Mr. Brian B Doherty is a lawyer practicing government & regulatory affairs, energy & sustainability, employment law & labor relations and 1 other area of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from Notre Dame University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years. Brian practices at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP in Portland, OR and 3 others locations.
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for education, employment, and energy matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Brian studied and practices
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
J.D. · 1978
Notre Dame University
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1979 · ACTIVE
Oregon
1978 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and B.A. in Notre Dame University.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and B.A. in Notre Dame University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Brian's legal honors and published work
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
Multnomah County and American Bar Associations Oregon State Bar
Past Member, Executive Committee, Administrative Law Section Member, Sections on: Labor and Employment Law Government Law Member, OSB House of Delegates, 1997-2007 Member, Board of Trustees, Classroom Law Project, 2002-2007 · membership
Locations
Brian B Doherty's office in Portland
Brian's primary office is at 3400 U.S. Bancorp Twr., 111 S.W. 5th Ave., Ste. 3400, Portland, OR, 97204-3638. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP
3400 U.S. Bancorp Twr., 111 S.W. 5th Ave., Ste. 3400
Portland, OR 97204-3638
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Client reviews of Brian B Doherty — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing education attorneys in Portland.
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How to hire Brian B Doherty — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new education attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a education attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many education 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 Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in education practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every education 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many education practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian B Doherty
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a education case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some education attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do education cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple education 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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Brian 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 — Brian 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 Brian?
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. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new education clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Education attorneys serving Portland, Salem and Eugene in Oregon
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