Atty. Virginia A Petersen

Atty. Virginia A Petersen

Ms. Virginia A Petersen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, state, local and municipal law and 6 other areas of law.

Forest Grove Forest Grove 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (971) 396-5935 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Virginia A Petersen at a glance

Virginia A Petersen is a wills, probate, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Forest Grove, Oregon. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Washington (Inactive) (1995) and Oregon (2000). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1995) and University of Chicago (B.A., 1991). Active member of inactive, Oregon State Bar Washington State Bar Association. Serands clients in Forest Grove, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Virginia A Petersen is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, general practice, state, local and municipal law and 6 other areas of law
  • Virginia received a B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Virginia practices in Forest Grove, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Virginia A Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Virginia A Petersen is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Oregon →

Probate

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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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Family Law

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

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

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.

Virginia A Petersen is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Forest Grove 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 Virginia A Petersen

Where is Virginia A Petersen's law office located?
Virginia A Petersen's law practice is located in Forest Grove, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Virginia A Petersen handle?
Virginia A Petersen focuses on wills, probate, criminal defense, family law, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Virginia A Petersen practiced law?
Virginia A Petersen has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Virginia A Petersen go to law school?
Virginia A Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Virginia A Petersen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1995
B.A.
University of Chicago
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Washington (Inactive)
Admitted: 1995
Oregon
Admitted: 2000

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