Atty. Donald J Churnside

Atty. Donald J Churnside

Mr. Donald J Churnside is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, general civil litigation, real estate matters and 3 other areas of law.

Eugene Eugene 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Donald J Churnside at a glance

Donald J Churnside is a Member based in Eugene, Oregon, practicing at Gaydos, Churnside & Balthrop, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1979) and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1980). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1979) and Linfield College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lane County Bar Association Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Eugene, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Donald J Churnside is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, general civil litigation, real estate matters and 3 other areas of law
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from Linfield College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Donald practices at Gaydos, Churnside & Balthrop, P.C. in Eugene, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Donald J Churnside's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald J Churnside handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Donald J Churnside is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Eugene 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 Donald J Churnside

Where is Donald J Churnside's law office located?
Donald J Churnside's law practice is located in Eugene, Oregon. The firm is Gaydos, Churnside & Balthrop, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald J Churnside handle?
Donald J Churnside focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Donald J Churnside practiced law?
Donald J Churnside has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Donald J Churnside go to law school?
Donald J Churnside earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Donald J Churnside for a consultation?
You can contact Donald J Churnside 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 Donald J Churnside received?
Donald J Churnside's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon
- 1979
B.A.
Linfield College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1980

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