Atty. James Neal Esterkin

Atty. James Neal Esterkin

Mr. James Neal Esterkin is a lawyer practicing consumer protection, personal injury, foreclosure and 1 other area of law.

Portland Portland 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (971) 497-0394 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Neal Esterkin at a glance

James Neal Esterkin is a Principal based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at James N. Esterkin. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, foreclosure, consumer, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (1980) and Oregon (1981). Educated at Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1980) and Pitzer College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of California Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Neal Esterkin is a lawyer practicing consumer protection, personal injury, foreclosure and 1 other area of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Pitzer College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • James practices at James N. Esterkin in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

James Neal Esterkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Neal Esterkin 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.

James Neal Esterkin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →

Foreclosure Defense

James Neal Esterkin is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in Oregon →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

James Neal Esterkin is one of 50,607 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in Oregon →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

James Neal Esterkin is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 Neal Esterkin

Where is James Neal Esterkin's law office located?
James Neal Esterkin's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is James N. Esterkin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Neal Esterkin handle?
James Neal Esterkin focuses on personal injury, foreclosure, consumer, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has James Neal Esterkin practiced law?
James Neal Esterkin has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did James Neal Esterkin go to law school?
James Neal Esterkin earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact James Neal Esterkin for a consultation?
You can contact James Neal Esterkin 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 Neal Esterkin received?
James Neal Esterkin's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Lewis and Clark College
- 1980
B.A.
Pitzer College
- 1975

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980
Oregon
Admitted: 1981

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