Blaine Clooten

Blaine Clooten is a legal professional with a diverse background in law enforcement and litigation. While he has previously served as a Deputy District Attorney at the Umatilla County District Attorney's Office, his current roles and experiences have evolved.

Current Positions

Blaine Clooten currently holds the following positions:

1. Attorney at Brownstein Rask: He joined this law firm in November 2023 and continues to work there.1
2. Judge for the City of Pendleton City Council: He has been serving in this capacity since August 2021.1

Legal Experience

Clooten is known for his extensive background in litigation, having tried hundreds of cases.2 His legal career has included various roles:

• Trial Attorney: He is recognized as a trial attorney with significant courtroom experience.2
• City Prosecutor: Clooten began his role as Hermiston city prosecutor in 2013 and held that position for several years.4
• Private Practice: He has also been involved in private practice, specializing in areas such as divorce, custody, parental rights, estate planning, and personal injury.35

Education

Blaine Clooten received his legal education from the University of Oregon School of Law, where he earned:

• Juris Doctor degree in June 2013
• Mediation Certificate of Completion in January 20131

Additional Information

Clooten appears to be actively involved in providing legal information to the public. He has a YouTube channel called "Ask a Lawyer - Blaine Clooten" where he addresses various legal questions and topics related to family law and other areas of practice.6

It's worth noting that while Clooten has previously worked as a Deputy District Attorney for Umatilla County, his LinkedIn profile and more recent information suggest that he has moved on to other roles in the legal field, including his current positions at Brownstein Rask and as a judge for the City of Pendleton.