Won Chang, Civil Rights Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation
Base Gear LLC
Portland, OR
Practicing civil rights in Portland since 1997.
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Won Chang is a base gear llc based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation. Won has over 29 years of legal experience.
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- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 29 years
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- Civil Rights · General · Litigation
- Handles Civil Rights, General, and Litigation matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Won Chang: Won Chang is a base gear llc based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation. Won has over 29 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Won's practice areas in Portland
Won concentrates on civil rights, general, litigation, real estate, and zoning. Each area below outlines the kind of case Won handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Litigation
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Civil Rights cases in Portland, Oregon
Won 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 Won agrees to represent you.
General cases in Portland, Oregon
Won 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 Won agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Portland, Oregon
Won 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 Won agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Portland, Oregon
Won takes real estate 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 Won agrees to represent you.
Zoning cases in Portland, Oregon
Won takes zoning 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 Won agrees to represent you.
Biography
Won Chang, civil rights attorney serving Portland
Won Chang is a base gear llc based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, General, and Litigation. Won has over 29 years of legal experience. Won works from Portland, Oregon and takes on civil rights matters across the region.
Won Chang is a lawyer practicing federal litigation, fair housing, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Won received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years. Won practices in Portland, OR.
Won's approach to civil rights cases
Won Chang is a lawyer practicing federal litigation, fair housing, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Won received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years. Won practices in Portland, OR.
Clients Won works with
Won reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, general, and litigation matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Won studied and practices
Cornell University Law School
J.D. · 1997
University of California at Los Angeles
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Won's state bar admissions
California
1997 · ACTIVE
Won studied at J.D. in Cornell University Law School and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Won completed J.D. in Cornell University Law School and B.A. in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Won runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Won Chang's office in Portland
Won's primary office is at 11611 S Aventine Ave, Portland, OR, 97219-8377. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Won Chang — 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 Won usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Won charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Won'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; Won 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 Won
Won 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. Won confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Won'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 Won Chang
How much does it cost to hire Won for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Won walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Won offer a free consultation?
Won charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Won's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Won'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. Won gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Won take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Won 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 — Won 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 Won?
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. Won will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Won accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Won'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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