Atty. Donald E. Templeton
Donald E. Templeton is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation & appeals, professional liability and 6 other areas of law.
Insurance & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 42+ Years Experience
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About Donald E. Templeton at a Glance
Donald E. Templeton is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Dunn Carney Allen Higgins & Tongue LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Washington (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington (1985), Oregon (1986), and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1986). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Oregon (B.S. Political, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County, Oregon State, Washington State and American Bar Associations Oregon Association of Defense Counsel Oregon Board of Bar Examiners. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Donald E. Templeton
- Donald E. Templeton is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation & appeals, professional liability and 6 other areas of law
- Donald received a B.S. degree from University of Oregon in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Donald practices at Dunn Carney Allen Higgins & Tongue LLP in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Donald E. Templeton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald E. Templeton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Donald E. Templeton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Product Liability in Portland
Donald E. Templeton is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Oregon →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Donald E. Templeton is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →
Insurance Law in Portland
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Donald E. Templeton is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Oregon →
Mediation & Arbitration in Portland
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Donald E. Templeton is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Donald E. Templeton
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 Donald E. Templeton's practice in the field of business, product liability, litigation, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Donald E. Templeton brings 42+ 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, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington, and Oregon, Donald E. Templeton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, product liability, and litigation, Donald E. Templeton 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 Donald E. Templeton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Donald E. Templeton Handles in Portland
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Donald E. Templeton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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