Atty. John A Rankin

Atty. John A Rankin

Mr. John A Rankin is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, trusts and estates, municipal law and 3 other areas of law.

Sherwood Sherwood 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About John A Rankin at a glance

John A Rankin is a Member based in Sherwood, Oregon, practicing at John A. Rankin, L.L.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, zoning, government, and international. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1988). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1986) and University of Washington (B.A., 1970). Active member of Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Sherwood, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John A Rankin is a lawyer practicing zoning, planning and land use, trusts and estates, municipal law and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1970, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John practices at John A. Rankin, L.L.C. in Sherwood, OR

Practice Areas Explained

John A Rankin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A Rankin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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Government & Administrative Law

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International Law

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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 Sherwood 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 John A Rankin

Where is John A Rankin's law office located?
John A Rankin's law practice is located in Sherwood, Oregon. The firm is John A. Rankin, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John A Rankin handle?
John A Rankin focuses on trusts, business, zoning, government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has John A Rankin practiced law?
John A Rankin has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John A Rankin go to law school?
John A Rankin earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John A Rankin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
- 1986
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1988

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