Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen, Employment Attorney in Portland, Oregon
focused on Employment and Litigation
Portland, OR
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Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
- Based in
- Portland, OREGON
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Portland, OREGON.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026).
About Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen: Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen
Daniel concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Portland, Oregon
Daniel 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Portland, Oregon
Daniel 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen — Attorney of Oregon employment experience
Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Daniel Larsen is a Shareholder in Buchalter’s Intellectual Property, Commercial Litigation, and Health Care Practice Groups. Within these practice areas, Mr. Larsen advocates and provides trusted advice to his clients for most varieties of business disputes. Whether as a litigator or advisor, he guides his clients towards creative, cost-effective solutions to achieve business goals while navigating risk by balancing the business interests and economic realities unique to each of his clients. His pragmatic approach crafts solutions that are both feasible and practical that promote his clients’ interests. Mr. Larsen’s substantive expertise applies to most commercial relationships and transactions, centered on contractual and statutory obligations, duties of directors, officers, and managers of businesses, shareholder rights, intellectual property rights, particularly involving trade secrets, trademarks, and copyrights, and commercial healthcare relationships. Mr. Larsen advises and litigates in both state and federal courts in Oregon and Washington.
How Daniel handles employment matters
Daniel Larsen is a Shareholder in Buchalter’s Intellectual Property, Commercial Litigation, and Health Care Practice Groups. Within these practice areas, Mr. Larsen advocates and provides trusted advice to his clients for most varieties of business disputes. Whether as a litigator or advisor, he guides his clients towards creative, cost-effective solutions to achieve business goals while…
The kind of cases Daniel takes
Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen's legal education and bar admissions
Lewis & Clark College
J.D. · 1994
Daniel studied at J.D. in Lewis & Clark College.
Law school and academic background
Daniel completed J.D. in Lewis & Clark College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen
Daniel has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).
Locations
Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen's office in Portland
Daniel's primary office is at 805 Southwest Broadway, Suite 1500, Portland, Oregon, 97205. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Daniel
Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Daniel P. "Dan" Larsen
How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple employment 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?
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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new employment clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Portland, Salem and Eugene in Oregon
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