Atty. J. William Savage

Atty. J. William Savage

J. William Savage is a lawyer practicing litigation, ethics & professional responsibility, admiralty & maritime and 1 other area of law.

Portland Portland 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (971) 462-2073 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About J. William Savage at a glance

J. William Savage is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Savage Law Firm. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1977). Educated at Lewis and Clark College Northwestern School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Washington (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. William Savage is a lawyer practicing litigation, ethics & professional responsibility, admiralty & maritime and 1 other area of law
  • J. received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • J. practices at Savage Law Firm in Portland, OR and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

J. William Savage's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

J. William Savage is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

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

J. William Savage is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

J. William Savage is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Oregon →

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. William Savage

Where is J. William Savage's law office located?
J. William Savage's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Savage Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. William Savage handle?
J. William Savage focuses on personal injury, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has J. William Savage practiced law?
J. William Savage has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did J. William Savage go to law school?
J. William Savage earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact J. William Savage for a consultation?
You can contact J. William Savage 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 J. William Savage received?
J. William Savage's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Lewis and Clark College Northwestern School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1977

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