Atty. Stephen Patrick McCarthy

Atty. Stephen Patrick McCarthy

Stephen Patrick McCarthy is a lawyer practicing elder law, bankruptcy and creditors' rights, construction and 6 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Portland Portland 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Patrick McCarthy at a glance

Stephen Patrick McCarthy is a real estate, bankruptcy, estate litigation, slip & fall, and litigation attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in California (1985) and Oregon Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals United States District Court, District of Oregon United States (1989). Educated at University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1985) and California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Patrick McCarthy is a lawyer practicing elder law, bankruptcy and creditors' rights, construction and 6 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Stephen practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Patrick McCarthy's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

Stephen Patrick McCarthy is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oregon →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Stephen Patrick McCarthy is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Oregon →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Stephen Patrick McCarthy is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Oregon →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Stephen Patrick McCarthy is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen Patrick McCarthy is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen Patrick McCarthy

Where is Stephen Patrick McCarthy's law office located?
Stephen Patrick McCarthy's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Patrick McCarthy handle?
Stephen Patrick McCarthy focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, estate litigation, slip & fall, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Stephen Patrick McCarthy practiced law?
Stephen Patrick McCarthy has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Stephen Patrick McCarthy go to law school?
Stephen Patrick McCarthy earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Stephen Patrick McCarthy for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Patrick McCarthy 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 Patrick McCarthy received?
Stephen Patrick McCarthy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
- 1985
B.S.
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
Oregon Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals United States District Court, District of Oregon United States
Admitted: 1989

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