Atty. James E Zwaanstra

Atty. James E Zwaanstra

Mr. James E Zwaanstra is a lawyer practicing family, bankruptcy & debt, dui & dwi and 1 other area of law.

Hillsboro Hillsboro 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About James E Zwaanstra at a glance

James E Zwaanstra is a dui/dwi, family law, business, and bankruptcy attorney based in Hillsboro, Oregon. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1997) and Washington (2002). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1996) and Oregon State University (B.S., 1993). Serands clients in Hillsboro, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James E Zwaanstra is a lawyer practicing family, bankruptcy & debt, dui & dwi and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices in Hillsboro, OR

Practice Areas Explained

James E Zwaanstra's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E Zwaanstra handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 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 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

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Where is James E Zwaanstra's law office located?
James E Zwaanstra's law practice is located in Hillsboro, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E Zwaanstra handle?
James E Zwaanstra focuses on dui/dwi, family law, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has James E Zwaanstra practiced law?
James E Zwaanstra has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James E Zwaanstra go to law school?
James E Zwaanstra earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1993).
How can I contact James E Zwaanstra for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Oregon
- 1996
B.S.
Oregon State University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1997
Washington
Admitted: 2002

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