Atty. Deirdre Gildea Johnson
Deirdre Gildea Johnson is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, defective and dangerous products, litigation & trial and 4 other areas of law. Deirdre received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 33+ Years Experience
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About Deirdre Gildea Johnson at a Glance
Deirdre Gildea Johnson is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Crowell Moring Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on white collar, product liability, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1993) and District of Columbia (1995). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1993) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1989). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Deirdre Gildea Johnson
- Deirdre Gildea Johnson is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, defective and dangerous products, litigation & trial and 4 other areas of law
- Deirdre received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Deirdre practices at Crowell & Moring LLP in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Deirdre Gildea Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deirdre Gildea Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
White Collar Crimes in Portland
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Product Liability in Portland
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Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Insurance Law in Portland
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Portland
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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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 Deirdre Gildea Johnson
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 Deirdre Gildea Johnson's practice in the field of white collar, product liability, litigation, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Deirdre Gildea Johnson brings 33+ 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 Virginia and District of Columbia, Deirdre Gildea Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering white collar, product liability, and litigation, Deirdre Gildea Johnson 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 Deirdre Gildea Johnson 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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