Atty. Denise Ross Dodson

Atty. Denise Ross Dodson

Denise Ross Dodson is a lawyer practicing probate administration, guardianship and conservatorship, probate litigation and 4 other areas of law. Denise received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Portland Portland 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Denise Ross Dodson at a glance

Denise Ross Dodson is a probate, family law, estate planning, poa, and elder law attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1993) and Maryland (1993). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1993) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Denise Ross Dodson is a lawyer practicing probate administration, guardianship and conservatorship, probate litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Denise received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Denise practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Denise Ross Dodson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Denise Ross Dodson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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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Power of Attorney

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 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 Denise Ross Dodson

Where is Denise Ross Dodson's law office located?
Denise Ross Dodson's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Denise Ross Dodson handle?
Denise Ross Dodson focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Denise Ross Dodson practiced law?
Denise Ross Dodson has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Denise Ross Dodson go to law school?
Denise Ross Dodson earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Denise Ross Dodson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1993
B.A.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1993
Maryland
Admitted: 1993

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