Sussman Shank LLP

Bankruptcy, Business, Employment, Estate Planning, Real Estate Law Firm

1000 SW Broadway # 1400, Portland, OR 97205

About Sussman Shank LLP

Sussman Shank LLP is a leading Pacific Northwest law firm renowned for resolving complex legal issues through strategic thinking, personalized counsel, and deep regional insight. With a team of over 30 experienced attorneys, the firm brings six decades of trusted service to clients ranging from local businesses to national corporations and fellow law firms seeking seasoned co-counsel.

Sussman Shank LLP excels in aligning legal solutions with business objectives. Known for its collaborative, senior-led client service model, the firm prioritizes direct attorney engagement and intuitive issue-spotting. From litigation and business transactions to bankruptcy, employment, and tax matters, its attorneys deliver practical, forward-looking strategies built around each client's unique needs.

Sussman Shank LLP maintains a robust litigation practice that balances strategic negotiation with courtroom readiness. The litigation team is skilled in handling disputes across industries, always focused on achieving favorable outcomes—whether through settlement or trial. This trial-readiness advantage has earned the firm a strong reputation for effectiveness and tenacity.

Sussman Shank LLP is also recognized for its workplace culture and commitment to excellence. With over 18 consecutive years on Oregon’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list, the firm blends high performance with a collegial, inclusive environment that attracts and retains top legal talent. Recent leadership transitions, including the appointment of Susan S. Ford as Managing Partner and the addition of Douglas R. Ricks to the Management Committee, reflect a forward-focused vision that builds on the firm’s legacy of success.

Sussman Shank LLP offers tailored legal guidance across 15 core practice areas and industries. The firm’s Portland-based team is deeply embedded in the Pacific Northwest community and maintains long-term relationships with clients who value thoughtful advice, prompt communication, and dependable representation.

Sussman Shank LLP continues to stand out for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and results. With a personalized approach and proven legal strategies, the firm provides clients with the clarity and confidence to navigate evolving challenges and pursue meaningful progress.

Practice Areas

Bankruptcy

Chapter 7
Chapter 13
Debt Relief
Tax Debt Relief

Business

Buying and selling businesses and business assets (M&A)
Capital acquisition
Employment law
Entity selection and formation
Estate and wealth preservation planning
Health care law and transactions
Intellectual property
Litigation
Real estate lending, purchases, sales and leasing
Succession planning
Tax planning and appeals
Business Restructuring and Bankruptcy

Employment

Handbook and policy drafting
Guidance on hiring, promotions, discipline, demotions, terminations, and layoffs
Investigation and defense of allegations of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation
Negotiation and drafting of Executive Employment Agreements,
Employee Separation and Release Agreements, and Non-Disclosure,
Non-Solicitation, and Non-Compete Agreements
Wage and hour compliance and claim defense
Corporate merger and acquisition and closely-held business transition issues

Estate Planning

Estate tax planning (revocable trusts and other foundational tools, including wills, advance directives, and durable general powers of attorney)
Business succession planning
Gift tax planning with valuation discounts
Insurance-funded wealth replacement trusts
Planning for charitable giving (trusts and foundations)
Special needs planning

Real Estate

Acquisitions and sales
Adverse possession
Boundary and fence disputes
Commercial forcible entry and detainer actions
Commercial landlord/tenant disputes
Condemnation and just compensation
Condominium and homeowners association (HOA) matters
Construction and design defect actions
Distressed real estate loan workouts
Due diligence matters
Easements and licenses
Land use matters, including lot line adjustments and partitions
Lease negotiations and documentation
Planned community developments
Property tax disputes and appeals
Quiet title actions
Section 1031 like-kind tax free exchanges
Section 363 sales and purchases in insolvency proceedings
Transaction and holding entity structuring

Fees

Accepts Credit Cards

Our Attorneys

Barry P. Caplan

Bankruptcy Lawyers