Welcome to Patrick Henry Smith, Attorney at Law.
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I am dedicated to providing innovative, strategic, and compassionate legal services to clients in McMinnville, Portland, and across Oregon. With extensive experience in business, tax law, and strategic operations, I am here to help you navigate your legal challenges with confidence.​
Why Choose Me?
Responsive, Personalized Client Service: I provide tailored legal solutions based on each client's unique needs.
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Business Acumen: As a Harvard Business School alumnus through the General Management Program, former business executive, legal treatise author, and public accounting tax consultant, I bring a deep understanding of business to my legal practice.
Cutting-Edge Research Expertise: With years of experience leading a legal research company, I specialize in navigating complex legal issues, particularly in taxation and constitutional law. I use advanced research tools and legal AI, ensuring my clients benefit from the most current and effective resources while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Commitment to Community: Commitment to Community: I am dedicated to serving clients in McMinnville, Portland, and across Oregon with high ethical standards and integrity.
Practice Areas:
Tax Law. Tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution for individuals and businesses, focusing on reducing liabilities, ensuring regulatory adherence, and representing clients in disputes.
Business Law. Legal support for business formation, governance, compliance, and transactions.
Estate Planning and Elder Law. Comprehensive estate planning services, including wills, trusts, and elder law, to protect and manage assets.
Contract Law. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to safeguard clients' interests.
Real Estate & Wine Industry Law. Comprehensive assistance with real estate transactions, land use, zoning, and property disputes, with a specialized focus on the unique legal needs of Oregon’s wine industry and vineyards.
Medicaid Fraud Defense: Legal representation for medical professionals in Oregon DOJ investigations, including civil and criminal cases of alleged Medicaid fraud.
Criminal Defense. Defense services for individuals facing criminal charges, ensuring their rights are protected.
I look forward to helping you with your legal needs and providing the guidance necessary to meet your goals. If I can't assist you with your legal issue, I will help you find someone who can.
