Atty. John Stuart Razor
John Stuart Razor is a lawyer practicing debt collection, employment & labor, business/commercial and 14 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Central Washington University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Business/ Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Salem, OR · 30+ Years Experience
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About John Stuart Razor at a Glance
John Stuart Razor is a contracts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and business attorney based in Salem, Oregon. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1996), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1997), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (2001), and Washington (2006). Educated at Willamette University, (J.D., 1995) and Central Washington University (B.S. Willamette, 1991). Serves clients in Salem, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Stuart Razor
- John Stuart Razor is a lawyer practicing debt collection, employment & labor, business/commercial and 14 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Central Washington University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
- John practices in Salem, OR
Practice Areas Explained
John Stuart Razor's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Stuart Razor handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Salem.
Contracts in Salem
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Personal Injury in Salem
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 Stuart Razor is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →
Estate Planning & Probate in Salem
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John Stuart Razor is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oregon →
Employment Law in Salem
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
John Stuart Razor is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →
Business & Corporate Law in Salem
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John Stuart Razor is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Salem
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 Salem 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.
Salem Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Salem-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 Salem Choose John Stuart Razor
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 Stuart Razor's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Stuart Razor brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Oregon, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court, John Stuart Razor can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and estate planning, John Stuart Razor can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Salem
A Salem-based practice means John Stuart Razor attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John Stuart Razor Handles in Salem
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Stuart Razor 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 Stuart Razor directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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