Michael "Mike" Porter
About Michael Porter
Michael Porter is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Michael Porter is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portland, Oregon
- Education Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Miller Nash LLP
Education: University of Kansas, J.D., graduated 2000 and Kansas State University, BA
Location: Portland, OR
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