General Practice & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 46+ Years Experience
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About Sharon E. Kelly at a Glance
Sharon E. Kelly is a personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1980), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1980), U.S. Tax Court (1984), and Washington (1991). Educated at Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1979) and Reed College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sharon E. Kelly
- Ms. Sharon E. Kelly is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, general practice and 2 other areas of law
- Sharon received a B.A. degree from Reed College in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Sharon practices in Portland, OR
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Sharon E. Kelly's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sharon E. Kelly handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Personal Injury in Portland
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.
Sharon E. Kelly is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →
Criminal Defense in Portland
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Sharon E. Kelly is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Oregon →
Workers Compensation in Portland
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Sharon E. Kelly is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Sharon E. Kelly
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 Sharon E. Kelly's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sharon E. Kelly brings 46+ 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. Tax Court, Sharon E. Kelly can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp, Sharon E. Kelly 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 Sharon E. Kelly 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 Sharon E. Kelly Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Sharon E. Kelly 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.
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