Atty. James Ellis Macdonald

Atty. James Ellis Macdonald

Mr. James Ellis Macdonald is a lawyer practicing business law.

Portland Portland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About James Ellis Macdonald at a glance

James Ellis Macdonald is a Weber State Coll. based in Portland, Oregon. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1981) and Utah (1989). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1981) and Eastern Illinois University (B.S. Indiana, 1972). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Ellis Macdonald is a lawyer practicing business law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 1972, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • James practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

James Ellis Macdonald's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 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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Where is James Ellis Macdonald's law office located?
James Ellis Macdonald's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Ellis Macdonald handle?
James Ellis Macdonald focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has James Ellis Macdonald practiced law?
James Ellis Macdonald has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did James Ellis Macdonald go to law school?
James Ellis Macdonald earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.S. Indiana, 1972).
How can I contact James Ellis Macdonald for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1981
B.S. Indiana
Eastern Illinois University
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1981
Utah
Admitted: 1989

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