Atty. John S Knowles

Atty. John S Knowles

Mr. John S Knowles is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, entertainment, arbitration and 9 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About John S Knowles at a glance

John S Knowles is a Shareholder based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Davis Rothwell Earle & Xochihua, P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, zoning, construction, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1984), Connecticut (1992), Oregon (1994), and Washington (2006). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1984) and Western Illinois University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County and Washington State Bar Associations Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John S Knowles is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, entertainment, arbitration and 9 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Western Illinois University in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John practices at Davis Rothwell Earle & Xochihua, P.C. in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

John S Knowles's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

John S Knowles is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts 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.

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Land Use & Zoning

John S Knowles is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Oregon →

Construction Law

John S Knowles is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Oregon →

Product Liability

John S Knowles is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 S Knowles

Where is John S Knowles's law office located?
John S Knowles's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Davis Rothwell Earle & Xochihua, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John S Knowles handle?
John S Knowles focuses on contracts, personal injury, zoning, construction, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has John S Knowles practiced law?
John S Knowles has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John S Knowles go to law school?
John S Knowles earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact John S Knowles for a consultation?
You can contact John S Knowles 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 S Knowles received?
John S Knowles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
- 1984
B.S.
Western Illinois University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1984
Connecticut
Admitted: 1992
Oregon
Admitted: 1994
Washington
Admitted: 2006

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