Atty. Susan Lee Ford

Atty. Susan Lee Ford

Ms. Susan Lee Ford is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, business litigation, business law and 1 other area of law.

Portland Portland 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Susan Lee Ford at a glance

Susan Lee Ford is a Principal based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Res Nova Law. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1994), Maryland (1995), Oregon (1997), and Washington (Inactive) (1998). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1994) and Georgetown University, The School of Foreign Service (M.S. Northwestern, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Susan Lee Ford is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, business litigation, business law and 1 other area of law
  • Susan received a M.S. degree from Georgetown University, The School of Foreign Service in 1994, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Susan practices at Res Nova Law in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Susan Lee Ford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan Lee Ford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Susan Lee Ford is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Susan Lee Ford is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Susan Lee Ford is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

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

Susan Lee Ford 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 Susan Lee Ford

Where is Susan Lee Ford's law office located?
Susan Lee Ford's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Res Nova Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan Lee Ford handle?
Susan Lee Ford focuses on estate planning, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Susan Lee Ford practiced law?
Susan Lee Ford has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Susan Lee Ford go to law school?
Susan Lee Ford earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (M.S. Northwestern, 1994).
How can I contact Susan Lee Ford for a consultation?
You can contact Susan Lee Ford 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 Susan Lee Ford received?
Susan Lee Ford's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1994
M.S. Northwestern
Georgetown University, The School of Foreign Service
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1994
Maryland
Admitted: 1995
Oregon
Admitted: 1997
Washington (Inactive)
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Admitted: 2005

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