Matt Mues, Construction Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Portland, OR
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Matt Mues is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on Construction.
- Based in
- Portland, OREGON
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Construction
- Handles Construction matters from Portland, OREGON.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
About Matt Mues: Matt Mues is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on Construction.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Matt takes on
Matt concentrates on construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matt handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction cases in Portland, Oregon
Matt takes construction 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 Matt agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Matt Mues — construction lawyer in Portland
Matt Mues is an attorney based in Portland, OREGON. The practice focuses on Construction.
Matt Mues is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law.
Matt, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matt is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Matt handles construction matters
Matt Mues is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Matt, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matt is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Matt represents
Matt reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oregon
J.D. · 2004
Matt studied at J.D. in University of Oregon.
Law school and academic background
Matt completed J.D. in University of Oregon. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matt runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Matt has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
Locations
Matt Mues's office in Portland
Matt's primary office is at 560 SW 10th Ave, Ste 700, Portland, Oregon, 97205. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Matt Mues
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Matt Mues — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matt usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matt charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matt'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; Matt will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Matt
Matt discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Matt confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matt's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matt Mues
How much does it cost to hire Matt for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matt walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matt offer a free consultation?
Matt charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matt's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Matt's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple construction 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. Matt gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matt take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Matt 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 — Matt 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 Matt?
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. Matt will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matt accepting new construction clients right now?
Matt's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Portland, Salem and Eugene in Oregon
Matt handles construction matters throughout Oregon. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.
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