Atty. David Alan Ernst

Atty. David Alan Ernst

David Alan Ernst is a lawyer practicing food & beverage, food, beverage, restaurants & hotels, restaurants and 5 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Portland Portland 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About David Alan Ernst at a glance

David Alan Ernst is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practforg at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They haand 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1985), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1985), U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1990), and Washington (1990). Educated at Lewis & Clark Law School (J.D., 1985) and Oregon State University (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Alan Ernst is a lawyer practicing food & beverage, food, beverage, restaurants & hotels, restaurants and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Portland, OR

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practforg law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 David Alan Ernst's law office located?
David Alan Ernst's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has David Alan Ernst practiced law?
David Alan Ernst has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Alan Ernst go to law school?
David Alan Ernst earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact David Alan Ernst for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Alan Ernst receiandd?
David Alan Ernst's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Lewis & Clark Law School
- 1985
B.S.
Oregon State University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Admitted: 1990
Washington
Admitted: 1990

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