Atty. Stephen D Petersen

Atty. Stephen D Petersen

Mr. Stephen D Petersen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, business law, domestic relations and 4 other areas of law.

Rainier Rainier 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Stephen D Petersen at a glance

Stephen D Petersen is a Member based in Rainier, Oregon, practicing at Stephen D. Petersen, LLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1975), and Washington (2002). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College (J.D., 1973) and University of Puget Sound (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Oregon State Bar (Member, Professional Responsibility Committee) Oregon Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Rainier, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Stephen D Petersen is a lawyer practicing personal injury, business law, domestic relations and 4 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from University of Puget Sound in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen D. Petersen, LLC in Rainier, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen D Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Personal Injury

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.

Stephen D Petersen is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Stephen D Petersen is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Stephen D Petersen is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Rainier 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 Stephen D Petersen

Where is Stephen D Petersen's law office located?
Stephen D Petersen's law practice is located in Rainier, Oregon. The firm is Stephen D. Petersen, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen D Petersen handle?
Stephen D Petersen focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Stephen D Petersen practiced law?
Stephen D Petersen has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Stephen D Petersen go to law school?
Stephen D Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Stephen D Petersen for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen D Petersen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen D Petersen received?
Stephen D Petersen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College
- 1973
B.A.
University of Puget Sound
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1975
Washington
Admitted: 2002

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