Rhonda W Kennedy, Business Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Insurance, and M&A · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatKennedy & Kennedy LLP
Portland, OR
Practicing business in Portland since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Rhonda W Kennedy is a member based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and M&A. Rhonda has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kennedy & Kennedy LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Business · Insurance · M&A
- Handles Business, Insurance, and M&A matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Rhonda W Kennedy: Rhonda W Kennedy is a member based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and M&A. Rhonda has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kennedy & Kennedy LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Rhonda takes on
Rhonda concentrates on business, insurance, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rhonda handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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M&A
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Business cases in Portland, Oregon
Rhonda takes business matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rhonda agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Portland, Oregon
Rhonda takes insurance matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rhonda agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Portland, Oregon
Rhonda takes m&a matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rhonda agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Portland, Oregon
Rhonda takes real estate matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rhonda agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Rhonda W Kennedy — business lawyer in Portland
Rhonda W Kennedy is a member based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Business, Insurance, and M&A. Rhonda has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kennedy & Kennedy LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Ms. Rhonda W Kennedy is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate law, business acquisitions and 2 other areas of law. Rhonda received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. Rhonda practices at Kennedy & Kennedy LLP in Portland, OR.
How Rhonda handles business matters
Ms. Rhonda W Kennedy is a lawyer practicing business law, corporate law, business acquisitions and 2 other areas of law. Rhonda received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. Rhonda practices at Kennedy & Kennedy LLP in Portland, OR.
Who Rhonda represents
Rhonda reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, insurance, and m&a matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1976
University of Michigan
B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
Rhonda's state bar admissions
Oregon
1976 · ACTIVE
Rhonda studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Rhonda completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rhonda runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Rhonda has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Rhonda's professional memberships and bar associations
Oregon State Bar
membership
Locations
Rhonda W Kennedy's office in Portland
Rhonda's primary office is at 1281 S.W. Davenport St., Portland, OR, 97201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Rhonda W Kennedy — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Rhonda. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Portland.
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How to hire Rhonda W Kennedy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rhonda usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rhonda charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rhonda's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Rhonda will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Rhonda
Rhonda discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Rhonda confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rhonda's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rhonda W Kennedy
How much does it cost to hire Rhonda for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rhonda walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rhonda offer a free consultation?
Rhonda charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rhonda's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Rhonda's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Rhonda gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rhonda take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Rhonda is licensed in Oregon. Matters governed by Oregon law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Rhonda will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Rhonda?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Rhonda will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rhonda accepting new business clients right now?
Rhonda's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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