Atty. John Stevason
Mr. John Stevason is a lawyer practicing education, health care, intellectual property and technology and 3 other areas of law.
Education & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 51+ Years Experience
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About John Stevason at a Glance
John Stevason is a Shareholder based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Lane Powell PC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, ip, wage & hour, elder law, and education. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1975). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1973) and Princeton University (A.B. Physics, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah Bar Association Oregon State Bar. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Stevason
- Mr. John Stevason is a lawyer practicing education, health care, intellectual property and technology and 3 other areas of law
- John received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1967, and has been licensed for 51 years
- John practices at Lane Powell PC in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
John Stevason's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Stevason handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Employment Law in Portland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John Stevason is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →
Intellectual Property in Portland
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
John Stevason is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Oregon →
Wage & Hour Disputes in Portland
John Stevason is one of 4,887 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in Oregon →
Elder Law in Portland
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
John Stevason is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Oregon →
Education Law in Portland
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
John Stevason is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
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 venue, 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.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose John Stevason
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Stevason's practice in the field of employment, ip, wage & hour, elder law, and education.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Stevason brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, ip, and wage & hour, John Stevason can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means John Stevason attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John Stevason Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Stevason has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Stevason directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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