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Mark O'Donnell


Attorney Mark O’Donnell knows business — and the inner workings of business dealings — inside and out. With 40 years of multi-faceted legal experience and unparalleled business acumen, Mark provides business owners with a legal context for fulfillment of their business and personal goals. As a managing partner of two successful law firms, Mark understands the importance of delivering quality legal services in a timely and efficient manner. Mark also has an extensive background as a trial lawyer, bringing a unique perspective to his clients. And his lobbying experience and astute observation of economic, social and political trends give him a depth and knowledge base unique among lawyers, allowing him to understand the context in which he helps business clientele. In short, he knows the inside track to help you and your business make the most of your hard-earned money.

Expertise

  • federal and state tax planning
  • formation of business entities
  • estate planning
  • business financing, capitalization and venture financing
  • succession planning for family and non-family owned businesses
  • real estate acquisition financing, loan modifications and workouts
  • asset protection planning, risk management, liability and casualty insurance
  • tax-exempt entities
  • insolvency and related bankruptcy planning

Background

  • practicing law in Oregon since 1968
  • spent first 14 years as a trial lawyer
  • background as a land use lawyer and litigator of land use cases, coupled with experience with experience as real estate lawyer
  • decades of experience in virtually all types of business law
  • highest legal and ethical rating (AV) as determined by Martindale-Hubbard®

Education

  • Gonzaga University (B.A. 1965) (cum laude)
  • Willamette University (J.D. 1968)

Member Affiliations

  • Oregon State Bar
  • Multnomah Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
    • Committee on Dispute Resolution
    • Committee on Non-Profit Corporations
    • Committee on Small Business
    • Committee on Corporate Governance and Codes
    • Committee on Trade Associations
    • Committee on Closely Held Business Entities
  • American Society of Association Executives
    • Charter Member, Legal Section
  • Manufactured Housing Attorney Network
  • Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys
    • first Oregon lawyer invited to join