Atty. Emily Simon
Ms. Emily Simon is a lawyer practicing criminal law, administrative law, racketeering and 4 other areas of law.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 47+ Years Experience
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About Emily Simon at a Glance
Emily Simon is a criminal defense, federal crimes, juvenile, and government attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1979). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1979) and Hamilton College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Emily Simon
- Ms. Emily Simon is a lawyer practicing criminal law, administrative law, racketeering and 4 other areas of law
- Emily received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Emily practices in Portland, OR
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Emily Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Emily Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Criminal Defense in Portland
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Federal Crimes in Portland
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Juvenile Law in Portland
Emily Simon is one of 30,433 juvenile attorneys indexed nationally. Browse juvenile attorneys in Oregon →
Government & Administrative Law in Portland
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Emily Simon is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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 Emily Simon
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 Emily Simon's practice in the field of criminal defense, federal crimes, juvenile, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Emily Simon brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, federal crimes, and juvenile, Emily Simon 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 Emily Simon 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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