Atty. David John Artz
David John Artz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, transportation. David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 51+ Years Experience
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About David John Artz at a Glance
David John Artz is an Associate based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Peterson Law Offices, PC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1975) and Oregon (1992). Educated at Hastings College of Law (J.D., 1975) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1972). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David John Artz
- David John Artz is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, transportation
- David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- David practices at Peterson Law Offices, PC in Portland, OR
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David John Artz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David John Artz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Personal Injury in Portland
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
David John Artz is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David John Artz is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
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 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.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose David John Artz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David John Artz's practice in the field of personal injury and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David John Artz brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and Oregon, David John Artz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and litigation, David John Artz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means David John Artz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David John Artz Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David John Artz has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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