Atty. James B. Davidson
James B. Davidson is a lawyer practicing mediation, intellectual property, arbitration and 8 other areas of law.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 51+ Years Experience
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About James B. Davidson at a Glance
James B. Davidson is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Ater Wynne LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, ssd, and litigation. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1975), Illinois (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1975) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County, Federal and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation Tort Insurance Practice) Bar Associations Utah State Bar Oregon Association of Defense Counsel, American Inns of Court, Gus J, and Solomon Chapter. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James B. Davidson
- James B. Davidson is a lawyer practicing mediation, intellectual property, arbitration and 8 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- James practices at Ater Wynne LLP in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
James B. Davidson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B. Davidson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
James B. Davidson is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →
Business & Corporate Law in Portland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James B. Davidson is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Intellectual Property in Portland
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
James B. Davidson is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Oregon →
Social Security Disability in Portland
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
James B. Davidson is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Oregon →
Civil Litigation in Portland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James B. Davidson is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 James B. Davidson
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 James B. Davidson's practice in the field of employment, business, ip, ssd, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James B. Davidson brings 51+ 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 U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, James B. Davidson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and ip, James B. Davidson 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 James B. Davidson 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 James B. Davidson Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James B. Davidson 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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