Richard Gary Spier, ADR Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Employment · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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Portland, OR
Practicing adr in Portland since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Richard Gary Spier is a member based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Richard has over 50 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Employment
- Handles ADR, Business, and Employment matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Richard Gary Spier: Richard Gary Spier is a member based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Richard has over 50 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Richard's practice areas in Portland
Richard concentrates on adr, business, employment, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Employment
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General
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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ADR cases in Portland, Oregon
Richard takes adr 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Portland, Oregon
Richard takes business 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Portland, Oregon
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
General cases in Portland, Oregon
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Portland, Oregon
Richard takes insurance 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Richard Gary Spier, adr attorney serving Portland
Richard Gary Spier is a member based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Employment. Richard has over 50 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Richard works from Portland, Oregon and takes on adr matters across the region.
Mr. Richard Gary Spier is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, mediation of civil cases, business and 8 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years. Richard practices in Portland, OR.
How Richard handles adr matters
Mr. Richard Gary Spier is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, mediation of civil cases, business and 8 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years. Richard practices in Portland, OR.
Who Richard represents
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and employment matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Richard studied and practices
Cornell University
J.D. · 1976
Stanford University
B.A. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Washington
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1979 · ACTIVE
Oregon
1976 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at J.D. in Cornell University and B.A. in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in Cornell University and B.A. in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Richard's legal honors and published work
Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Richard Gary Spier's office in Portland
Richard's primary office is at 2536 NE 28th Ave, Portland, OR, 97212-4916. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Richard Gary Spier — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Portland.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Richard Gary Spier — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Richard
Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard Gary Spier
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple adr 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?
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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new adr clients right now?
Richard'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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