Atty. Jay Richardson

Atty. Jay Richardson

Jay Richardson is a lawyer practicing business and real estate transactions, business law, business succession and 2 other areas of law. Jay received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Portland Portland 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Jay Richardson at a glance

Jay Richardson is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1982) and Washington (2012). Educated at Willamette University College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Brigham Young University (B.S. Accounting, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of CMA and CFM Certifications, Oregon State Bar Oregon Society of CPA's Institute of Certified Management Accountants. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jay Richardson is a lawyer practicing business and real estate transactions, business law, business succession and 2 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Jay practices at Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Richardson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Richardson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jay Richardson is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jay Richardson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Jay Richardson is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oregon →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Jay Richardson is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay Richardson

Where is Jay Richardson's law office located?
Jay Richardson's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Cosgrave Vergeer Kester LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Richardson handle?
Jay Richardson focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Jay Richardson practiced law?
Jay Richardson has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Jay Richardson go to law school?
Jay Richardson earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. Accounting, 1979).
How can I contact Jay Richardson for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Richardson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jay Richardson received?
Jay Richardson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Willamette University College of Law
- 1982
B.S. Accounting
Brigham Young University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1982
Washington
Admitted: 2012

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