Atty. John Gilroy
John Gilroy is a founding partner at Gilroy Napoli Short, LLC, located in Portland, Oregon. Before starting the firm, he gained substantial experience as a Deputy District Attorney in the Washington County District Attorney’s Office, known for being one of Oregon's largest prosecutor’s offices.
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John Gilroy is a dui/dwi and criminal defense attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Gilroy Napoli Short. Admitted to practice in Washington, Washington State Bar Association and Oregon, Oregon State Bar. Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1998) and Santa Clara University (B.S., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense (2026). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Gilroy is a founding partner at Gilroy Napoli Short, LLC, located in Portland, Oregon
- Before starting the firm, he gained substantial experience as a Deputy District Attorney in the Washington County District Attorney’s Office, known for being one of Oregon's largest prosecutor’s offices
- There, John prosecuted an array of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies
- This role afforded him extensive insight into the criminal justice system, which he leverages to defend clients in criminal defense, DUI/DWI defense cases, and personal injury matters
- Learn more about the firm's criminal defense services here
- John Gilroy's dedication and effectiveness in serving his clients have been recognized through several nominations, including being named an Oregon Super Lawyer for five consecutive years
- In 2014, he was also selected as a member of The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers, an invitation-only organization recognizing notable attorneys
- These honors reflect his commitment to providing quality legal representation in criminal defense and trial advocacy
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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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