Brian Kulhanjian, ADR Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Estate Planning, and Family Law
Portland, OR
Practicing adr in Portland since 2006.
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Brian Kulhanjian is an attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Brian has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- ADR · Estate Planning · Family Law
- Handles ADR, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brian Kulhanjian: Brian Kulhanjian is an attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Brian has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brian Kulhanjian
Brian concentrates on adr, estate planning, and family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Estate Planning
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Family Law
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ADR cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian 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 Brian agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian takes estate planning 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.
Family Law cases in Portland, Oregon
Brian takes family law 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
About Brian Kulhanjian — Over 20 years of Oregon adr experience
Brian Kulhanjian is an attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Brian has over 20 years of legal experience.
Mr. Brian Kulhanjian is a lawyer practicing family law, mediation, estate planning. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1992, and has been licensed for 20 years. Brian practices in Portland, OR.
Brian's approach to adr cases
Mr. Brian Kulhanjian is a lawyer practicing family law, mediation, estate planning. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1992, and has been licensed for 20 years. Brian practices in Portland, OR.
The kind of cases Brian takes
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, estate planning, and family law matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Brian Kulhanjian's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern School of Law
J.D. · 1996
University of Michigan
B.A. Economics · 1992
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Oregon
2006 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in Northwestern School of Law and B.A. Economics in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in Northwestern School of Law and B.A. Economics in University of Michigan. 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.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
Oregon State Bar
membership
Locations
Brian Kulhanjian's office in Portland
Brian's primary office is at 2400 SW 4th Ave, Portland, OR, 97201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brian Kulhanjian — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr 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 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 Brian
Brian 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. 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian Kulhanjian
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check Brian'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. 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 adr 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
ADR attorneys serving Portland, Salem and Eugene in Oregon
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