Matthew Kristopher Clarke, Aviation Attorney in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury
Partner
Lake Oswego, OR
Practicing aviation in Lake Oswego since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Matthew Kristopher Clarke is a partner based in Lake Oswego, OR. The practice focuses on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Matthew has over 24 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Lake Oswego, OR
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Aviation · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Lake Oswego, OR.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Matthew Kristopher Clarke: Matthew Kristopher Clarke is a partner based in Lake Oswego, OR. The practice focuses on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Matthew has over 24 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Matthew takes on
Matthew concentrates on aviation, litigation, personal injury, product liability, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Matthew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Aviation
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Aviation cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Matthew takes aviation matters in Lake Oswego, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Matthew takes litigation matters in Lake Oswego, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Matthew takes personal injury matters in Lake Oswego, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Matthew takes product liability matters in Lake Oswego, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Matthew takes business matters in Lake Oswego, 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 Matthew agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Matthew Kristopher Clarke — aviation lawyer in Lake Oswego
Matthew Kristopher Clarke is a partner based in Lake Oswego, OR. The practice focuses on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Matthew has over 24 years of legal experience.
Mr. Matthew Kristopher Clarke is a lawyer practicing aviation litigation, airplane crash litigation, products liability and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years. Matthew practices in Lake Oswego, OR.
Working with Matthew on a aviation matter
Mr. Matthew Kristopher Clarke is a lawyer practicing aviation litigation, airplane crash litigation, products liability and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years. Matthew practices in Lake Oswego, OR.
Who Matthew represents
Matthew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation, litigation, and personal injury matters in Lake Oswego and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Temple University Beasley School of Law
J.D. · 2002
University of Oregon
B.S. · 1999
Jurisdictions
Matthew's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2003 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
2003 · ACTIVE
Oregon
2002 · ACTIVE
Matthew studied at J.D. in Temple University Beasley School of Law and B.S. in University of Oregon.
Law school and academic background
Matthew completed J.D. in Temple University Beasley School of Law and B.S. in University of Oregon. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Matthew runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Matthew's professional memberships and bar associations
Oregon State Bar (Member, Aviation Section) American Bar Association American Association for Justice
membership
Locations
Matthew Kristopher Clarke's office in Lake Oswego
Matthew's primary office is at 5 Centerpointe Drive Ste 400, Lake Oswego, OR, 97035. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Matthew Kristopher Clarke — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Matthew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Matthew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew'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; Matthew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a aviation attorney in Lake Oswego, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation 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 Matthew
Matthew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation 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. Matthew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Matthew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Matthew Kristopher Clarke
How much does it cost to hire Matthew for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Matthew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Matthew offer a free consultation?
Matthew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Matthew's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Matthew's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple aviation 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. Matthew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Matthew take my case if I'm outside Lake Oswego?
Matthew 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 — Matthew 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 Matthew?
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. Matthew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Matthew accepting new aviation clients right now?
Matthew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Aviation attorneys serving Lake Oswego, Portland and Salem in Oregon
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