Atty. Michael J Scott

Atty. Michael J Scott

Mr. Michael J Scott is a lawyer practicing obstruction/design claims, construction/design defects, insurance coverage and 2 other areas of law.

Tigard Tigard 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Michael J Scott at a glance

Michael J Scott is a Member based in Tigard, Oregon, practicing at Scott Hookland LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business and insurance. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1984), and U.S. Claims Court (1989). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1983) and Pacific University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County, Washington County and American Bar Associations Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Tigard, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael J Scott is a lawyer practicing obstruction/design claims, construction/design defects, insurance coverage and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Pacific University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael practices at Scott Hookland LLP in Tigard, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J Scott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J Scott handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael J Scott is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Tigard 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 Michael J Scott

Where is Michael J Scott's law office located?
Michael J Scott's law practice is located in Tigard, Oregon. The firm is Scott Hookland LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J Scott handle?
Michael J Scott focuses on business, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Michael J Scott practiced law?
Michael J Scott has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael J Scott go to law school?
Michael J Scott earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Michael J Scott for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J Scott received?
Michael J Scott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
- 1983
B.A.
Pacific University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1989

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