Atty. John Powers
Mr. John Powers is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, plaintiffs personal injury.
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John Powers is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1974) and U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1974). Educated at Lewis & Clark (J.D., 1974) and Occidental College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John Powers is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, plaintiffs personal injury
- John received a B.A. degree from Occidental College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- John practices in Portland, OR
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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 Powers is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
John Powers is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Oregon →
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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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