Atty. John C Mercer

Atty. John C Mercer

Mr. John C Mercer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, admiralty and 4 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 52 yrs experience 52 year
Call (971) 431-7860 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John C Mercer at a glance

John C Mercer is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Wood Tatum. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1974) and Washington (1990). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1974) and Harvey Mudd College (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maritime Law Association Oregon Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John C Mercer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, litigation, admiralty and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Harvey Mudd College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Wood Tatum in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

John C Mercer's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John C Mercer is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Oregon →

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.

John C Mercer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →

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.

John C Mercer is one of 226,537 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.

John C Mercer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John C Mercer is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 John C Mercer

Where is John C Mercer's law office located?
John C Mercer's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Wood Tatum. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C Mercer handle?
John C Mercer focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has John C Mercer practiced law?
John C Mercer has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John C Mercer go to law school?
John C Mercer earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact John C Mercer for a consultation?
You can contact John C Mercer 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 John C Mercer received?
John C Mercer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon
- 1974
B.S.
Harvey Mudd College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1974
Washington
Admitted: 1990

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