Atty. David R Lance
David R Lance is a lawyer practicing education law, litigation, government and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years.
Education Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 18+ Years Experience
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About David R Lance at a Glance
David R Lance is an Associate based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on litigation, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Washington (2008) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (2008). Educated at Seattle University (J.D., 2007) and Marquette University (B.A. Political, 2002). Active member of King County and Washington State Bar Associations Asian Bar Association of Washington National Association of College and University Attorneys. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David R Lance
- David R Lance is a lawyer practicing education law, litigation, government and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Marquette University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
- David practices at Miller Nash Graham & Dunn LLP in Portland, OR and 3 others locations
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David R Lance's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David R Lance handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Education Law in Portland
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
David R Lance is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Oregon →
Government & Administrative Law in Portland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 R Lance
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 R Lance's practice in the field of litigation, education, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David R Lance brings 18+ 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 Washington and U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington, David R Lance can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, education, and government, David R Lance 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 R Lance 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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