Atty. Christopher M Clayhold

Atty. Christopher M Clayhold

Mr. Christopher M Clayhold is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, general practice.

Portland Portland 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher M Clayhold at a glance

Christopher M Clayhold is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Forrest Rieke and Associates. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1991). Educated at Lewis and Clark Law School (J.D., 1991) and Whitman College (B.A., 1987). Active member of Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Christopher M Clayhold is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, general practice
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Christopher practices at Forrest Rieke and Associates in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher M Clayhold's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 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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Where is Christopher M Clayhold's law office located?
Christopher M Clayhold's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Forrest Rieke and Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher M Clayhold handle?
Christopher M Clayhold focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Christopher M Clayhold practiced law?
Christopher M Clayhold has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Christopher M Clayhold go to law school?
Christopher M Clayhold earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Christopher M Clayhold for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Lewis and Clark Law School
- 1991
B.A.
Whitman College
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1991

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