Atty. David Wendel Criswell

Atty. David Wendel Criswell

David Wendel Criswell is a lawyer practicing financial services, bankruptcy and creditor rights, real estate, corporate and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Portland Portland 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About David Wendel Criswell at a glance

David Wendel Criswell is an Attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Lane Powell PC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (Inactive) (1989), Wisconsin (1989), Oregon (1992), and Washington U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon and for the Western and Eastern Districts (2003). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School (J.D., 1989) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Wendel Criswell is a lawyer practicing financial services, bankruptcy and creditor rights, real estate, corporate and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • David practices at Lane Powell PC in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

David Wendel Criswell's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

David Wendel Criswell is one of 501,317 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.

David Wendel Criswell is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oregon →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

David Wendel Criswell is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Oregon →

Land Use & Zoning

David Wendel Criswell is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Oregon →

Creditor Rights & Collections

David Wendel Criswell is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Oregon →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Wendel Criswell

Where is David Wendel Criswell's law office located?
David Wendel Criswell's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Lane Powell PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Wendel Criswell handle?
David Wendel Criswell focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has David Wendel Criswell practiced law?
David Wendel Criswell has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did David Wendel Criswell go to law school?
David Wendel Criswell earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact David Wendel Criswell for a consultation?
You can contact David Wendel Criswell 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 Wendel Criswell received?
David Wendel Criswell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School
- 1989
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois (Inactive)
Admitted: 1989
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1989
Oregon
Admitted: 1992
Washington U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon and for the Western and Eastern Districts
Admitted: 2003

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