Oregon: Wrongful Termination Lawyers

If you were fired and believe that your termination was illegal, an employment attorney who handles wrongful termination cases in Oregon may be able to help.

Employment lawyers protect the rights of people who have been fired in a variety of ways. They handle wrongful termination lawsuits, file complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and related state-level organizations and provide trusted advice to those who need it the most.

We've put together a list of lawyers and law firms in your area so that you can get the legal advice you need to pursue your wrongful termination claim.

A lawyer can help you determine if your firing was allowed under the law, or whether it violated federal laws, Oregon laws or local ordinances related to:

• Discriminatory reasons, including employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, sex (including issues related to pregnancy and sexual orientation), religious beliefs or disability status.
• Retaliation for taking medical leave (including leave related to COVID-19/coronavirus), reporting sexual harassment, seeking workers' compensation benefits, being a whistleblower or helping with whistleblowing activities, or filing a personal injury claim or pursuing other legal issues against the company or its employees.
• Breaking an employment contract or violation of an employment agreement.
• Other illegal reasons for termination that run counter to public policy and Oregon law.

An attorney can help you sort through these and other potential causes of your wrongful termination, as well as stand up for your rights if your former employer claims that you were let go for allowable reasons such as being an at-will employee.

How Do I Choose A Wrongful Termination Attorney?

Consider the following when researching different lawyers and law offices that practice in the field of wrongful termination and employee rights:

Comfort Level - Are you comfortable telling the lawyer personal information? Does the lawyer seem interested in solving your problem and providing the legal help you need?

Credentials - How long has the lawyer been in practice? Has the lawyer worked on many other cases in Oregon where someone was illegally fired?

Cost - Does the lawyer offer a free consultation? Is the lawyer paid up front, or after your case is complete? Can the lawyer estimate the full cost of your case?

City - Is the lawyer's office conveniently located? How far away is the law office from your home?