
Larry K Amburgey, Civil Rights Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatOgletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Portland, OR
Practicing civil rights in Portland since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Larry K Amburgey is a shareholder based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Larry has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · General
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and General matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Larry K Amburgey: Larry K Amburgey is a shareholder based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Larry has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Larry K Amburgey
Larry concentrates on civil rights, employment, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Larry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Civil Rights cases in Portland, Oregon
Larry takes civil rights 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 Larry agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Portland, Oregon
Larry 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 Larry agrees to represent you.
General cases in Portland, Oregon
Larry 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 Larry agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Larry K Amburgey — Over 51 years of Oregon civil rights experience
Larry K Amburgey is a shareholder based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and General. Larry has over 51 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Larry K Amburgey is a lawyer practicing labor management relations, discrimination and harassment, training - compliance, ethics, leadership and 2 other areas of law. Larry received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years. Larry practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Portland, OR.
How Larry handles civil rights matters
Larry K Amburgey is a lawyer practicing labor management relations, discrimination and harassment, training - compliance, ethics, leadership and 2 other areas of law. Larry received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years. Larry practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Portland, OR.
The kind of cases Larry takes
Larry reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and general matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Larry K Amburgey's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
J.D. · 1975
Whitman College
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Larry's state bar admissions
Washington
2006 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1980 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1976 · ACTIVE
Oregon
1975 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1975 · ACTIVE
Larry studied at J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and B.A. in Whitman College.
Law school and academic background
Larry completed J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and B.A. in Whitman College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Larry runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Larry K Amburgey
Larry has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Larry's professional memberships and bar associations
Oregon State Bar Association Washington State Bar Association
membership
Locations
Larry K Amburgey's office in Portland
Larry's primary office is at The KOIN Center, Suite 1500, 222 SW Columbia Street, Portland, OR, 97201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
The KOIN Center, Suite 1500, 222 SW Columbia Street
Portland, OR 97201
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Client reviews of Larry K Amburgey — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Larry K Amburgey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Larry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Larry charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Larry'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; Larry will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Larry
Larry discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights 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. Larry confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Larry's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Larry K Amburgey
How much does it cost to hire Larry for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Larry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Larry offer a free consultation?
Larry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Larry's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Larry's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple civil rights 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. Larry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Larry take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Larry 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 — Larry 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 Larry?
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. Larry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Larry accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Larry'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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Larry handles civil rights matters throughout Oregon. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
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