Atty. James Finlay Halley

Atty. James Finlay Halley

James Finlay Halley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, felonies and 7 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Irvine in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Portland Portland 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Finlay Halley at a glance

James Finlay Halley is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at James F. Halley, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and Oregon U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1991). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College (J.D., 1983) and University of California at Irvine (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Oregon State Bar The State Bar of California National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Finlay Halley is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law, felonies and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of California at Irvine in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at James F. Halley, P.C. in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

James Finlay Halley's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Drug Crimes

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Wrongful Death

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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.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Finlay Halley

Where is James Finlay Halley's law office located?
James Finlay Halley's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is James F. Halley, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Finlay Halley handle?
James Finlay Halley focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has James Finlay Halley practiced law?
James Finlay Halley has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Finlay Halley go to law school?
James Finlay Halley earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact James Finlay Halley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Finlay Halley received?
James Finlay Halley's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College
- 1983
B.S.
University of California at Irvine
- 1977

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
Oregon U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1991

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