About Scott T.

Scott T. Cliff is a attorney specializing in employment law, arbitration, and mediation, based in Portland, Oregon. With over 35 years of legal experience, he has dedicated his career to resolving employment disputes for both employers and employees. His practice, The Law Office of Scott T — Cliff, is situated at 7307 SW Beveland Road, Suite 200, Portland, Oregon 97223. This strategic location allows him to serve clients throughout the region. Scott earned his Juris Doctor from the Northwestern School of Law at Lewis & Clark College in 1987.

While in law school, he gained inexperience by clerking for the Presiding Judge in Oregon's busiest court. This role provided him with firsthand exposure to trial court proceedings, enhancing his understanding of the legal system. His academic achievements include receiving the American Jurisprudence Award in Employment Discrimination and the Medal for Excellence in Advocacy from the American College of Trial Lawyers—recognitions that underscore his commitment to legal excellence. Licensed to practice in both Oregon and Washington, Scott is a member of the Oregon State Bar and the Washington State Bar Association. He holds Oregon State Bar ID number 871918 and Washington State Bar Association ID number 37188. His expertise extends beyond traditional legal representation; he has served as a court-approved arbitrator for the Circuit Courts in Clackamas and Multnomah counties.

In this capacity, he has arbitrated many cases, including business, real estate, construction, employment, consumer disputes, breach of contract, and personal injury. Throughout his career, Scott has received numerous accolades for his professionalism and legal expertise. He holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, a designation that reflects his high ethical standards and legal ability. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Platinum Client Champion and has been selected to Oregon Super Lawyers for Employment Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution from 2012 to 2024. His reputation is further solidified by being ranked among the Top 3 Employment Lawyers in Portland by ThreeBestRated.com. Scott is known for his well-balanced approach to conflict resolution, offering a comprehensive range of services that include counseling, litigation, arbitration, and mediation.

He emphasizes providing honest assessments of claims and defenses, which empowers his clients to make informed decisions. As a dedicated member of the legal community, Scott continues to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. For inquiries, he can be reached at 503-922-2071 or via email through his firm's website. More information about his services can be found at www.scottcliff.com.

Education

Lewis & Clark Law School

J.D. (1987) | Law

1983

Lewis & Clark College

B.S. (1979)

1977

Accepted Jurisdictions

Oregon
Washington

Court Admissions

Oregon State Courts State Trial Court · Admitted 1987
U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon U.S. District Court · Admitted 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 1987
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 1987
Washington State Courts State Trial Court · Admitted 2005
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington U.S. District Court · Admitted 2005
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington U.S. District Court · Admitted 2005

Types of Cases Handled

Employment Law Arbitration Mediation

Legal Services Scope

Counseling Litigation Arbitration Mediation

Office Locations

Main Office

 7007 SW Beveland Road Suite 213 Portland OR 97223