Wendell L. Belknap

Wendell L. Belknap is an Oregon City attorney at the Law Office of Wendell L. Belknap,  with a general practice serving clients across several civil legal needs. His work includes personal injury and wrongful death, auto accidents, medical malpractice, dog bites, family law, probate, estate planning, real estate law, business formation, and litigation. Since opening his Clackamas County office in 1988, he has focused on practical guidance, clear communication, and steady representation for people facing important legal decisions.

Wendell earned his J.D. cum laude from Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College in 1985. He earned his B.A. in Political Science from the University of Oregon in 1982. He also graduated from Jesuit High School in Portland in 1978. This education prepared him to analyze facts, explain legal options, draft documents, negotiate disputes, and represent clients in matters that require careful judgment.

Wendell began his legal career with a mid-size Portland law firm after passing the Oregon bar in 1985. He later opened his own office in Oregon City, where he built a practice designed to meet many client needs in one place. His experience covers injury claims, divorce, custody, child support, paternity, adoption, wills, trusts, probate, guardianship, real estate contracts, leases, business entities, and civil disputes.

Wendell helps clients by making legal issues easier to understand and by guiding them through each step of a case or transaction. In injury matters, he assists people dealing with harm, loss, and claims against responsible parties. In family and estate matters, he helps clients plan, protect rights, and resolve difficult changes.

Wendell L. Belknap supports clients with documents, agreements, negotiation, and court-related needs in business, real estate, and litigation matters. His broad practice allows clients to address connected problems without starting over with separate counsel for every issue. He provides practical solutions that fit the facts, the law, and each client’s goals while keeping the process organized, focused, and understandable for each person involved.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Wendell L. Belknap
• Member, Oregon State Bar

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Oregon
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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