Atty. Stephen A Houze

Atty. Stephen A Houze

Mr. Stephen A Houze is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, covers a wide spectrum of serious criminal matters, ranging from death penalty defense and 5 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen A Houze at a glance

Stephen A Houze is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Stephen A. Houze Criminal Defense Lawyer. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and white collar. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1972), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1982). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1972) and Brown University (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County Bar Association Oregon State Bar (Chairman, Criminal Law Section, 1983-1985) Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Stephen A Houze is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, covers a wide spectrum of serious criminal matters, ranging from death penalty defense and 5 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen A. Houze Criminal Defense Lawyer in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen A Houze's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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White Collar Crimes

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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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Where is Stephen A Houze's law office located?
Stephen A Houze's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Stephen A. Houze Criminal Defense Lawyer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen A Houze handle?
Stephen A Houze focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Stephen A Houze practiced law?
Stephen A Houze has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen A Houze go to law school?
Stephen A Houze earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Stephen A Houze for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen A Houze received?
Stephen A Houze's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1972
A.B.
Brown University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1982

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