Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 32+ Years Experience
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About Edward B. Johnson at a Glance
Edward B. Johnson is an Atty., Legal Aid Svcs. based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Oregon Law Center. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on dv defense, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1994) and Oregon (1996). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1993) and Miami University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Edward B. Johnson
- Mr. Edward B. Johnson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, domestic violence, discrimination
- Edward B. received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Edward B. practices at Oregon Law Center in Portland, OR
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Edward B. Johnson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward B. Johnson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Domestic Violence Defense 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.
Edward B. Johnson is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →
Civil Rights in Portland
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 Edward B. 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 Edward B. Johnson's practice in the field of dv defense, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Edward B. Johnson brings 32+ 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 New York and Oregon, Edward B. Johnson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dv defense, litigation, and civil rights, Edward B. 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 Edward B. 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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