Atty. James B Rich

Atty. James B Rich

Mr. James B Rich is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law.

Salem Salem 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About James B Rich at a glance

James B Rich is a Partner based in Salem, Oregon, practicing at Harris, Wyatt & Amala, LLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, insurance, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1997) and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (2002). Educated at Willamette University College of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Nevada at Reno (B.A. Political, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Marion County and Multnomah County Bar Associations Oregon State Bar Oregon Association of Defense Counsel Willamette Valley Inns of Court. Serands clients in Salem, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James B Rich is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, personal injury, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Nevada at Reno in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices at Harris, Wyatt & Amala, LLC in Salem, OR

Practice Areas Explained

James B Rich's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James B Rich 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.

James B Rich is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James B Rich is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Oregon →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

James B Rich is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Oregon →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James B Rich is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Oregon →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

James B Rich is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Salem 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 James B Rich

Where is James B Rich's law office located?
James B Rich's law practice is located in Salem, Oregon. The firm is Harris, Wyatt & Amala, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James B Rich handle?
James B Rich focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, insurance, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has James B Rich practiced law?
James B Rich has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James B Rich go to law school?
James B Rich earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Political, 1993).
How can I contact James B Rich for a consultation?
You can contact James B Rich 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 James B Rich received?
James B Rich's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Willamette University College of Law
- 1997
B.A. Political
University of Nevada at Reno
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 2002

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