Atty. Carol Jane Prause

Atty. Carol Jane Prause

Ms. Carol Jane Prause is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, contracts, corporate and 3 other areas of law.

McMinnville McMinnville 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Carol Jane Prause at a glance

Carol Jane Prause is a Member based in McMinnville, Oregon, practicing at Peterson & Prause, L.L.P.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Oregon U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1988) and Washington (1996). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1988) and University of Utah (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Yamhill County, 12th Judicial District and American Bar Associations Oregon State Bar Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in McMinnville, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Carol Jane Prause is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, contracts, corporate and 3 other areas of law
  • Carol received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Carol practices at Peterson & Prause, L.L.P. in McMinnville, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Carol Jane Prause's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Carol Jane Prause 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.

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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 McMinnville 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 Carol Jane Prause

Where is Carol Jane Prause's law office located?
Carol Jane Prause's law practice is located in McMinnville, Oregon. The firm is Peterson & Prause, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carol Jane Prause handle?
Carol Jane Prause focuses on contracts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Carol Jane Prause practiced law?
Carol Jane Prause has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Carol Jane Prause go to law school?
Carol Jane Prause earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Carol Jane Prause for a consultation?
You can contact Carol Jane Prause 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 Carol Jane Prause received?
Carol Jane Prause's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Willamette University
- 1988
B.A.
University of Utah
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oregon U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1988
Washington
Admitted: 1996

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