Atty. James D Berrien
Mr. James D Berrien is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, taxation, probate and 1 other area of law.
Probate & More Attorney · Serving Hillsboro, OR · 51+ Years Experience
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About James D Berrien at a Glance
James D Berrien is a Member based in Hillsboro, Oregon, practicing at James D. Berrien. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1975). Educated at Lewis and Clark College J.D. (—) and Lewis and Clark College B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Hillsboro, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James D Berrien
- Mr. James D Berrien is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, taxation, probate and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.A. degree from Lewis and Clark College, and has been licensed for 51 years
- James practices at James D. Berrien in Hillsboro, OR
Practice Areas Explained
James D Berrien's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James D Berrien handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hillsboro.
Wills in Hillsboro
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Trusts in Hillsboro
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Probate in Hillsboro
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Tax Law in Hillsboro
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
James D Berrien is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hillsboro
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 Hillsboro 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.
Hillsboro Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hillsboro-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 Hillsboro Choose James D Berrien
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 D Berrien's practice in the field of wills, trusts, probate, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James D Berrien 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.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, trusts, and probate, James D Berrien can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hillsboro
A Hillsboro-based practice means James D Berrien 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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Common Legal Issues James D Berrien Handles in Hillsboro
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