Holly N. Winter, Employment Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, General, and Personal Injury
Senior CounselatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
Portland, OR
Practicing employment in Portland since 2011.
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Holly N. Winter is a senior counsel based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Holly has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Employment · General · Personal Injury
- Handles Employment, General, and Personal Injury matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Holly N. Winter: Holly N. Winter is a senior counsel based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Holly has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Areas of practice
Holly's practice areas in Portland
Holly concentrates on employment, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Holly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Portland, Oregon
Holly 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 Holly agrees to represent you.
General cases in Portland, Oregon
Holly takes general 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 Holly agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Portland, Oregon
Holly takes personal injury 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 Holly agrees to represent you.
Biography
Holly N. Winter, employment attorney serving Portland
Holly N. Winter is a senior counsel based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Employment, General, and Personal Injury. Holly has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. Holly works from Portland, Oregon and takes on employment matters across the region.
Holly Winter is senior counsel in WSHB’s Portland office. She handles complex civil litigation matters with a focus on employment, construction, catastrophic injury and transportation. Before joining the firm, she spent over ten years as a Deputy District Attorney where she handled a variety of criminal matters that allowed for extensive courtroom and trial experience.
Holly earned her Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from Willamette University and her law degree from Gonzaga School of Law. While in law school, she completed internships with the Washington Attorney General’s Office and the Spokane City Prosecutor’s Office. She was a member of the Gonzaga Law Review and served as the Membership Committee Chair. She also received multiple CALI Awards for Excellence in her Legal Research and Writing courses.
In her free time, Holly enjoys watching college football and basketball, reading, and going on adventures with family.
Newsroom
News
•WSHB Celebrates Excellence Within its Ranks With 27 Attorneys Named to Senior Counsel
Firm News, 1.1.26
Publications
•Oregon Court of Appeals Casts Doubt on Viability of Comparative Fault Defense to Habitability Claim
Case Updates, 9.30.24
In the News
•WSHB Celebrates Excellence Within its Ranks With 27 Attorneys Named to Senior Counsel
•Oregon Court of Appeals Casts Doubt on Viability of Comparative Fault Defense to Habitability Claim
How Holly handles employment matters
Holly Winter is senior counsel in WSHB’s Portland office. She handles complex civil litigation matters with a focus on employment, construction, catastrophic injury and transportation. Before joining the firm, she spent over ten years as a Deputy District Attorney where she handled a variety of criminal matters that allowed for extensive courtroom and trial experience. Holly earned her Bachelor…
Who Holly represents
Holly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, general, and personal injury matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Holly studied and practices
Gonzaga University School of Law
J.D. · 2011
Willamette University
B.A. · 2008
Jurisdictions
Holly's state bar admissions
Oregon
2011 · ACTIVE
Holly studied at J.D. in Gonzaga University School of Law and B.A. in Willamette University.
Law school and academic background
Holly completed J.D. in Gonzaga University School of Law and B.A. in Willamette University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Holly runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Holly N. Winter's office in Portland
Holly's primary office is at 12755 SW 69th Avenue, Suite 100, Portland, OR, 97202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
12755 SW 69th Avenue, Suite 100
Portland, OR 97202
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How to hire Holly N. Winter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Holly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Holly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Holly'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; Holly 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 Holly
Holly 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. Holly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Holly'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 Holly N. Winter
How much does it cost to hire Holly for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Holly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Holly offer a free consultation?
Holly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Holly's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Holly'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. Holly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Holly take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Holly 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 — Holly 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 Holly?
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. Holly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Holly accepting new employment clients right now?
Holly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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