Atty. Janet M Briggs

Atty. Janet M Briggs

Janet M Briggs is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, creditors rights. Janet received a B.A. degree from Marylhurst College in 1969, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Portland Portland 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Janet M Briggs at a glance

Janet M Briggs is a bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Oregon (inactive) (1981) and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1981). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1980) and Marylhurst College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Janet M Briggs is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, creditors rights
  • Janet received a B.A. degree from Marylhurst College in 1969, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Janet practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Janet M Briggs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Janet M Briggs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

Janet M Briggs is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Janet M Briggs

Where is Janet M Briggs's law office located?
Janet M Briggs's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Janet M Briggs handle?
Janet M Briggs focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Janet M Briggs practiced law?
Janet M Briggs has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Janet M Briggs go to law school?
Janet M Briggs earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Janet M Briggs for a consultation?
You can contact Janet M Briggs 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 Janet M Briggs received?
Janet M Briggs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
- 1980
B.A.
Marylhurst College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon (inactive)
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1981

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