Miller Nash LLP partner John Clarke has been named to the “40 Under 40” list by the Portland Business Journal (PBJ) for 2024. Each year, the PBJ receives almost 300 nominations for the 40 Under 40 recognition. The resulting list of 40 honorees represents the region’s most influential professionals and were chosen based on their business contributions, civic involvement, and commitment to improving their communities. John was honored at the PBJ’s 40 Under 40 Celebration on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
“We are thrilled that John has been recognized with this well-deserved honor,” says Kieran Curley, managing partner of Miller Nash. “Through his continued pro bono efforts, John’s leadership has made an impact internally at the firm, as well as on the local communities that he serves.”
In addition to his legal work, John serves on SOLVE’s Board of Directors, on the U.S. District Court of Oregon Historical Society Board of Directors and is cochair of Miller Nash’s pro bono committee.
About John Clarke
As an Oregon native, John brings significant value, commitment, and experience to the work that he performs for businesses, public institutions, and individuals. As a partner on the firm’s litigation team, John focuses on business, financial services, class action, securities, intellectual property, and corporate governance matters, representing clients in a wide variety of disputes in state and federal courts and arbitration proceedings. He provides personalized attention and guidance throughout the pre-litigation and litigation process, ensuring that clients are well-informed and empowered to make sound decisions. John received his bachelor’s degree in political science from Arizona State University before earning his law degree at the University of Oregon School of Law.
