Michelle Buentiempo — Intake Coordinator/Senior Paralegal - Mike Arnold, Eugene, Oregon Trial Lawyer

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Michelle Buentiempo, M.S., MBA

Intake Coordinator/Senior Paralegal| NALS Oregon Treasurer | NALS Lane County Vice President

Michelle holds a Master of Science in Human Relations with a focus in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies. With over ten years of professional experience in the legal field, she brings a strong combination of academic excellence, technical precision, and client-centered service to her role.

As a Certified Notary Public and active member of the National Association for Legal Support Professionals (NALS), Michelle currently serves as the Vice President of NALS of Lane County and Treasurer of NALS of Oregon. Since 2023, she has also served as the State Education Director for NALS of Oregon, leading continuing education programs and mentoring paralegal professionals across the state. Her prior roles include Secretary of NALS of Lane County and Education Director of NALS of Oregon, reflecting her long-standing dedication to advancing professional standards and education in the legal support field.

Michelle’s areas of expertise include the preparation of complex legal documents, real estate transaction coordination, client communication, and case management. Known for her precision, reliability, and collaborative spirit, she plays an integral role in ensuring seamless operations and exceptional client service. Her professionalism, organizational skill, and steady leadership make her an invaluable member of our legal team.

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Client Testimonial

I heard the firm was the ‘best’ I agree. They are by far the best firm in all of Oregon. Mike Arnold and his team kept me positive in a bad situation. They believed in me 110% all into it. They came to visit at the jail as much as possible sharing insights on my case. It was never one day I didn’t know what was going on.

False Domestic Violence Accusation

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In the early hours of the morning, law professors wonder whether anything we do makes the world a better place. Today, I feel pretty sure that the answer is yes. That’s because, on January 28, I awoke to a televised image of Ammon Bundy’s lawyer, Mike Arnold of Eugene, Oregon, reading a statement urging the other Malheur protesters to stand down. Arnold is a former student of mine. I couldn’t be prouder.

Garrett Epps, The Atlantic

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Mike Arnold is an aggressive attorney that doesn’t mess around. I would recommend him to anyone. Thanks for helping me. I don’t think I have ever been so scared or felt so helpless and I’m thankful I know you guys.

Domestic Violence Victim

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Francisco Segarra and the team at the Law Office of Mike Arnold stepped in and fought fiercely for us. They were strategic, honest, and relentless—always keeping us informed and grounded in a clear plan.

Because of them, we came out stronger and finally saw justice done

Parent of Client

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I am not a resident of Oregon and was put in the awkward position of finding a competent attorney for my son who had just been charged with a very serious felony while attending a university here. My wife and I interviewed a number…

Parents of University Student

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Mike is amazing said resident Susan Hungerford. She said that several jurors told Arnold after her son’s [manslaughter] trial that they would call him if they ever got into legal trouble. ‘They were all over him, congratulating him,’ Hungerford said.

Parents of Client

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I was impressed watching Mike Arnold in his element during a suppression hearing. He is a very confident and knowledgeable attorney in the courtroom, but he also has a realness about him that I really appreciate. Thank you all for everything you are doing to try to help me in this matter.

DUII Client

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