Atty. James L Casteel

Atty. James L Casteel

Mr. James L Casteel is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and tax planning, real estate law and 5 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About James L Casteel at a glance

James L Casteel is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Casteel & Carson. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1971) and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1973). Educated at University of Illinois and University of Oregon (J.D., 1971) and Oregon State University (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Multnomah County Bar Association Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James L Casteel is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate and tax planning, real estate law and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • James practices at Casteel & Carson in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

James L Casteel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James L Casteel 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.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James L Casteel is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

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

James L Casteel is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James L Casteel is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oregon →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James L Casteel is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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 L Casteel

Where is James L Casteel's law office located?
James L Casteel's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Casteel & Carson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James L Casteel handle?
James L Casteel focuses on personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has James L Casteel practiced law?
James L Casteel has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did James L Casteel go to law school?
James L Casteel earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact James L Casteel for a consultation?
You can contact James L Casteel 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 L Casteel received?
James L Casteel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois and University of Oregon
- 1971
B.S.
Oregon State University
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1973

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