Atty. Thomas Jeffrey Hester

Atty. Thomas Jeffrey Hester

Mr. Thomas Jeffrey Hester is a lawyer practicing criminal appeals.

Portland Portland 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (503) 673-3138 Book Appointment

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About Thomas Jeffrey Hester at a glance

Thomas Jeffrey Hester is a Pub. Def. Off. based in Portland, Oregon. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1991), New York (1992), and Oregon (1993). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1991) and University of Kentucky (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Thomas Jeffrey Hester is a lawyer practicing criminal appeals
  • Thomas Jeffrey received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky in 1985, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Thomas Jeffrey practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Jeffrey Hester's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Jeffrey Hester 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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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Thomas Jeffrey Hester's law office located?
Thomas Jeffrey Hester's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Jeffrey Hester handle?
Thomas Jeffrey Hester focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Thomas Jeffrey Hester practiced law?
Thomas Jeffrey Hester has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Thomas Jeffrey Hester go to law school?
Thomas Jeffrey Hester earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1985).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Kentucky
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1991
New York
Admitted: 1992
Oregon
Admitted: 1993

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