Attorneys

Matt Arbaugh focuses his practice on bankruptcy and commercial litigation. Prior to joining Field Jerger LLP, Matt worked for a bankruptcy judge and for the presiding judge in Oregon's state capital. Matt entered private practice in 2002 in the bankruptcy department of a well regarded Portland, Oregon law firm. Since that time, he has successfully litigated in state, federal, bankruptcy, and appellate courts.

Matt's bankruptcy practice includes representation of debtors, creditors, and litigants in small and large cases where Matt's litigation background has been invaluable in resolution of complex issues. Likewise, Matt's bankruptcy acumen and debtor/creditor experience have proven most beneficial in state and federal litigation involving financial issues. In addition to debtor/creditor related litigation matters, Matt has litigated significant employment cases for both employers and employees.

Education:
J.D., cum laude, Pepperdine University School of Law, 2002
B.A., cum laude, Linfield College, 1999

Publications:
"Making Peace the Old Fashioned Way: Infusing Traditional Tribal Practices into Modern ADR," Pepperdine Dispute Resolution Law Journal (2002)

Professional Organizations:
Oregon State Bar Association

Admitted to Practice:
State Court of Oregon
United States District Court for the district of Oregon
United States Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit

Interests:
Family, sports, music, travel