Atty. J Richard Forester

Atty. J Richard Forester

J Richard Forester is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, general practice, land use and 1 other area of law. J received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Portland Portland 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About J Richard Forester at a glance

J Richard Forester is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at J. Richard Forester. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on zoning and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (1969), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1969), Missouri (1970), and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri (1970). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1969) and New York University (B.A., 1966). Active member of Multnomah County Bar Association Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J Richard Forester is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, general practice, land use and 1 other area of law
  • J received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • J practices at J. Richard Forester in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

J Richard Forester's Areas of Practice

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

Land Use & Zoning

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 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 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 J Richard Forester

Where is J Richard Forester's law office located?
J Richard Forester's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is J. Richard Forester. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J Richard Forester handle?
J Richard Forester focuses on zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has J Richard Forester practiced law?
J Richard Forester has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did J Richard Forester go to law school?
J Richard Forester earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact J Richard Forester for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1969
B.A.
New York University
- 1966

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1969
Missouri
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri
Admitted: 1970
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1973
Oregon
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1976

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