Jose Klein

Jose Klein is a dedicated employment and civil rights attorney serving clients in Oregon and Washington. With a strong focus on workplace justice, he represents individuals facing discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage violations. He also advises on executive compensation, non-competition agreements, and workplace investigations. His deep understanding of employment law allows him to advocate for employees facing unfair treatment, ensuring they receive fair compensation and justice. His commitment to fighting for what is right makes him a trusted advocate for workers and small businesses.

Jose earned his J.D. from Harvard Law School, where he gained a strong foundation in employment and civil rights law. He also holds an M.A. from Universiteit van Amsterdam and a B.A. from Vassar College.

With years of experience, Jose Klein has built a reputation as a fierce and effective litigator. Before co-founding Klein Munsinger, he worked at top employment and labor law firms, gaining valuable insights into how employers handle workplace disputes. Now, he uses that knowledge to fight for employees facing discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and other protected statuses. He has successfully represented clients in wage and hour claims, wrongful termination, and breach of contract cases. His experience handling jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations allows him to develop winning strategies for his clients.

Jose’s legal career began as a clerk for Justice Martha Walters on the Oregon Supreme Court. He then served as an honors attorney at the Oregon Department of Justice, where he worked on termination of parental rights cases. He is admitted to practice in Oregon, Washington, the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon, and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington. His dedication, strategic thinking, and commitment to justice make him a trusted advocate for individuals and businesses navigating complex employment law matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Co-founding, Klein Munsinger LLP
• Member, American Inns of Court
• Member, Oregon State Bar

Licensed State

• Oregon
• Washington

Education

• Harvard Law School
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Universiteit van Amsterdam
  Master of Arts (M.A.)
• Vassar College
  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

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