Vivek Kothari, Employment Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation
AttorneyatMarkowitz Herbold PC
Portland, OR
Practicing employment in Portland since 2009.
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Vivek Kothari is an attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Vivek has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Markowitz Herbold PC.
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- over 17 years
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Vivek Kothari: Vivek Kothari is an attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Vivek has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Markowitz Herbold PC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Vivek takes on
Vivek concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Vivek handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Portland, Oregon
Vivek 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 Vivek agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Portland, Oregon
Vivek takes litigation 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 Vivek agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Vivek Kothari — employment lawyer in Portland
Vivek Kothari is an attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Vivek has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Markowitz Herbold PC.
Mr. Vivek Kothari is a lawyer practicing labour and employment, litigation/controversy. Vivek received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years. Vivek practices at Markowitz Herbold PC in Portland, OR.
Working with Vivek on a employment matter
Mr. Vivek Kothari is a lawyer practicing labour and employment, litigation/controversy. Vivek received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years. Vivek practices at Markowitz Herbold PC in Portland, OR.
Clients Vivek works with
Vivek reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Stanford Law School
J.D. · 2008
Brown University
B.A. Computer · 2003
Jurisdictions
Vivek's state bar admissions
Oregon
2018 · ACTIVE
Georgia
2014 · ACTIVE
New York
2013 · ACTIVE
District of Columbia
2011 · ACTIVE
California
2009 · ACTIVE
Vivek studied at J.D. in Stanford Law School and B.A. Computer in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
Vivek completed J.D. in Stanford Law School and B.A. Computer in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Vivek runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Vivek Kothari's office in Portland
Vivek's primary office is at 1211 S.W. 5th Ave., Ste. 3000, Portland, OR, 97204-3713. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Markowitz Herbold PC
1211 S.W. 5th Ave., Ste. 3000
Portland, OR 97204-3713
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How to hire Vivek Kothari — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Vivek usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Vivek charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vivek'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; Vivek 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 Vivek
Vivek 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. Vivek confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Vivek'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 Vivek Kothari
How much does it cost to hire Vivek for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Vivek walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Vivek offer a free consultation?
Vivek charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vivek's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Vivek'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. Vivek gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Vivek take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Vivek 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 — Vivek 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 Vivek?
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. Vivek will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Vivek accepting new employment clients right now?
Vivek'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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