Atty. Douglas Patrick Cushing
Douglas Patrick Cushing is a lawyer practicing probate, general, bankruptcy & debt and 8 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving Lake Oswego, OR · 56+ Years Experience
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About Douglas Patrick Cushing at a Glance
Douglas Patrick Cushing is a Shareholder based in Lake Oswego, Oregon. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, and tax. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1970), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1971), U.S. Supreme Court (1979), and Washington (1993). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1970) and Stanford University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon State Bar Washington State Bar Association and Doug Cushing brings more than 30 years of experience to Jordan Ramis' creditors' rights, estate planning/probate, and business law practice. Serves clients in Lake Oswego, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Douglas Patrick Cushing
- Douglas Patrick Cushing is a lawyer practicing probate, general, bankruptcy & debt and 8 other areas of law
- Douglas received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1967, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Douglas practices in Lake Oswego, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Douglas Patrick Cushing's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Patrick Cushing handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lake Oswego.
Probate in Lake Oswego
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Estate Planning & Probate in Lake Oswego
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 in Lake Oswego
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Douglas Patrick Cushing is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Lake Oswego
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Douglas Patrick Cushing is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Oregon →
Tax Law in Lake Oswego
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Douglas Patrick Cushing is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lake Oswego
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 Lake Oswego 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.
Lake Oswego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lake Oswego-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 Lake Oswego Choose Douglas Patrick Cushing
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 Douglas Patrick Cushing's practice in the field of probate, estate planning, business, bankruptcy, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Douglas Patrick Cushing brings 56+ 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 Oregon, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon, and U.S. Supreme Court, Douglas Patrick Cushing can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, estate planning, and business, Douglas Patrick Cushing can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lake Oswego
A Lake Oswego-based practice means Douglas Patrick Cushing 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 Douglas Patrick Cushing Handles in Lake Oswego
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Douglas Patrick Cushing has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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