Atty. Walter A Barnes

Atty. Walter A Barnes

Mr. Walter A Barnes is a lawyer practicing general practice, probate, domestic relations and 2 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter A Barnes at a glance

Walter A Barnes is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Barnes & Berentson. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1969). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1969) and Lewis and Clark College B.S. (—). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Walter A Barnes is a lawyer practicing general practice, probate, domestic relations and 2 other areas of law
  • Walter received a B.S. degree from Lewis and Clark College, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Walter practices at Barnes & Berentson in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Walter A Barnes's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Walter A Barnes

Where is Walter A Barnes's law office located?
Walter A Barnes's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Barnes & Berentson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter A Barnes handle?
Walter A Barnes focuses on probate, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Walter A Barnes practiced law?
Walter A Barnes has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Walter A Barnes go to law school?
Walter A Barnes earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (—).
How can I contact Walter A Barnes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Willamette University
- 1969
Lewis and Clark College B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1969

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