Atty. David E Petersen

Atty. David E Petersen

Mr. David E Petersen is a lawyer practicing banking, securities & investment fraud, business, commercial transactions and corporate law and 3 other areas of law.

Bend Bend 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (541) 585-4141

Profile Summary

About David E Petersen at a glance

David E Petersen is a Member based in Bend, Oregon, practicing at Merrill O'Sullivan, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1982) and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon and U.S. Tax Court (1986). Educated at Boston University (LL.M., 1983) and Oregon State University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon State Bar. Serves clients in Bend, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David E Petersen is a lawyer practicing banking, securities & investment fraud, business, commercial transactions and corporate law and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • David practices at Merrill O'Sullivan, LLP in Bend, OR

Practice Areas Explained

David E Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David E Petersen is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

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

David E Petersen is one of 452,854 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 Bend 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 venue, 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 David E Petersen

Where is David E Petersen's law office located?
David E Petersen's law practice is located in Bend, Oregon. The firm is Merrill O'Sullivan, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E Petersen handle?
David E Petersen focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has David E Petersen practiced law?
David E Petersen has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did David E Petersen go to law school?
David E Petersen earned their education at (LL.M., 1983); (B.S., 1978).
How can I contact David E Petersen for a consultation?
You can contact David E Petersen 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 David E Petersen received?
David E Petersen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
Boston University
- 1983
B.S.
Oregon State University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1986

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