Atty. John Stephen Werts

Atty. John Stephen Werts

Mr. John Stephen Werts is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, bankruptcy and debtor/creditor, business and 8 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About John Stephen Werts at a glance

John Stephen Werts is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Cable Huston LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on residential, contracts, trusts, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1971) and Oregon U.S. District Courts, District of Oregon, Eastern and Western Districts of Washington, U.S. C (1974). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1971) and University of Washington (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oregon State Bar (Member, Debtor Creditor Section) Washington State Bar Association (Member, Creditor Debtor Section) American Bankruptcy Institute. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Stephen Werts is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, bankruptcy and debtor/creditor, business and 8 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at Cable Huston LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

John Stephen Werts's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Contracts

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Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 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 Stephen Werts

Where is John Stephen Werts's law office located?
John Stephen Werts's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Cable Huston LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stephen Werts handle?
John Stephen Werts focuses on residential, contracts, trusts, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has John Stephen Werts practiced law?
John Stephen Werts has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Stephen Werts go to law school?
John Stephen Werts earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact John Stephen Werts for a consultation?
You can contact John Stephen Werts 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 Stephen Werts received?
John Stephen Werts's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon
- 1971
B.A.
University of Washington
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1971
Oregon U.S. District Courts, District of Oregon, Eastern and Western Districts of Washington, U.S. C
Admitted: 1974

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