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Kristen is a tireless and highly skilled advocate for victims of negligence. She joined Randy and Brendan as partner at Pickett Dummigan McCall in 2017, after working with them since 2009. She thrives in teamwork setting that produces excellent representation for clients. She is a passionate and experienced trial attorney specializing in wrongful death and personal injury claims for families and victims of neglect and abuse, dangerous premises, and negligent drivers. She is especially driven to bring claims for victims and families of elder abuse and neglect. Kristen is a seasoned trial lawyer – she’s presented 80 cases in trial and successfully resolved hundreds more.. Kristen has worked for years to promote and protect victims, and specifically the rights of elders. She was a leader in the re-formation of Elders in Action, a 50-year non-profit advocacy organization, which dissolved in 2019. She recognizes the changing landscape in the protection of elders and prosecution of the people and institutions who abuse and neglect them. In her work, every day, she faces the challenges in the law and business structure that harm our most vulnerable. She is tireless in finding the highest level of justice that victims disserve, especially those whose voices are often not heard loud enough in our culture and legal system.. When she’s not in the courtroom or her law office, she’s reading or adventuring outdoors, kayaking or hiking, doing yoga, walking her dog or traveling with her mother, her husband and her son to Spain, Mexico, Italy and South America. She speaks Spanish and enjoys working with Spanish-speakers to navigate the legal system with excellent legal representation. She’s also a fitness and wellness advocate, leading her friends and colleagues in activities that promote healthy living. She enjoys supporting her clients in achieving wellness in all aspects of their lives, which includes managing stress after trauma and through a legal claim. Her greatest joy is when her clients find peace and healing through the process of their legal claim with her support, advocacy and legal representation.

Kline Law Offices P.C. is a personal injury law firm located in Portland, Oregon.  Attorney Rob Kline helps individuals and families who have suffered serious injuries, trauma or the death of a loved one due to the conduct of others.  Rob's cases usually fall in the following categories: accidents related to "motor vehicles," that is, cars, bikes, pedestrians, trucks and motorcycles; construction and industrial accidents; and sex abuse.. Rob began his legal career at a mid-sized law firm representing insurance companies that defend personal injury claims.  He moved to a large firm where he represented corporations and insurance companies.  Rob now puts his unique knowledge and experience to work representing individuals who are forced to bring injury claims against these large institutions to obtain justice and fair compensation.  His first-hand experience with defense tactics enables him to be an effective guide through the difficult process of prosecuting a personal injury claim.. Kline Law Offices P.C. provides one-on-one service focusing on each client's unique background, needs and goals.  Based in Portland, Rob serves clients in all Oregon cities and counties.  Additional information can be found at: .

Kimberly works with individuals and married couples to prepare wills and trusts, estate tax minimization, guardianships for minor children, and creative solutions for a variety of individual circumstances. She also represents clients in tax controversy matters at the federal and state level. Kimberly represents fiduciaries in a wide range of estate and trust administration matters. Her legal experience also includes entity formation for start-ups, benefit corporations, and non-profit organizations. She particularly enjoys working with clients on issues at the intersection of estate planning, tax-exempt organizations, and business.. Prior to law school, Kimberly worked in the non-profit sector for close to 10 years, most recently serving as Director of Development for Ecotrust, a non-profit conservation organization headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Her experience led her to pursue a legal career in tax law with the goal of facilitating social change through philanthropy, business, and social enterprise.. Following law school, Kimberly served as General Counsel at a finance and business-consulting firm serving clients in the clean energy and sustainability sectors. She also worked as an associate attorney for a small local law firm and served as an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Oregon School of Law, supervising the Portland-based In-House Counsel Externship Program.. Born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, Kimberly enjoys spending time with her family exploring Portland and the greater Pacific Northwest, practicing Barre3, cycling, playing cello, gardening, and cooking with fresh ingredients grown close to home.

Kimball has practiced in the Portland, Oregon, area since 1978, emphasizing domestic and international business, finance, and real estate issues. He works closely with senior business executives and high-net-worth individuals in resolving their legal issues and concerns with creative and innovative approaches.. Kimball’s practice areas and experiences as outside general counsel include working both as a team leader and as a team member, providing advice and counsel on a wide and diverse variety of business transactional matters, including representing:

Kevin Sali represents individuals and business entities in criminal, civil, and regulatory matters. In a wide variety of cases—including high-stakes major felony trials, complex white collar cases, and large-scale environmental actions—Mr. Sali has secured a series of outstanding results for his clients. With a diverse professional and educational background, he is well-suited to carry out the broad spectrum of tasks needed by clients facing challenging legal circumstances.Mr. Sali received his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Wheaton (Ill.) College. Following graduation, he taught high school chemistry for four years in Miami, Florida, and then earned a Master of Science degree in biochemistry from Duke University. Mr. Sali also earned his law degree from Duke University, where he was one of three students in his graduating class awarded the “highest honors” recognition. After graduating from law school, Mr. Sali began his practice as a civil litigator in Perkins Coie LLP’s Portland office. After several years at Perkins Coie, Mr. Sali left to pursue a practice focused primarily on criminal defense and related matters. Since then, Mr. Sali has handled a broad spectrum of cases in both state and federal courts.

Ken Davis brings an unusual combination of skills to his legal practice. Before becoming an attorney, Mr. Davis worked for more than eight years as an independent property and casualty insurance agent and principal with a family-owned insurance agency, assisting individuals and business with their insurance needs. He then spent four years in commercial real estate leasing with a prominent Oregon firm before turning to the practice of law. The breadth of Mr. Davis's background gives him real-world insight into the needs of clients seeking business, business succession and estate planning advice.

Ken Antell is a partner in the Real Estate Practice Group at Dunn Carney Allen Higgins & Tongue LLP, where his practice focuses on commercial real estate purchase, sale, financing and leasing transactions. Ken also has extensive experience in development, construction and entity structuring in real property transactions. During his more than 27 years of practice, Ken has represented buyers, sellers and other stakeholders in numerous transactions involving shopping centers, office buildings, industrial and multi-family properties. Ken’s practice is national in scope. Notably, he has served as lead counsel for Retail Opportunity Investments Corporation, a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust, in its acquisition of over 30 shopping center properties in Oregon, Washington and California during the past 3 years.. Ken has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America in Real Estate, from 2004 through 2015. Ken has also been recognized in the Chambers and Partners USA survey of America’s Leading Business Lawyers as a top Real Estate attorney in Oregon each year from 2003 through 2014. From 2006 through 2014, Ken has been selected for inclusion in Oregon Super Lawyers in Real Estate. Ken is also active with a number of commercial real estate organizations, including the Building Owners and Managers Association of Portland (BOMA) for which he has served as a member of the Board of Directors for over 10 years.

Keiter & Associates offers clients a tradition of highest quality, cost effective legal services, as well as personal attention and aggressive promotion of our clients’ interests. We bring the experience of over 25 years representing companies and enterprises of all sizes, to issues both large and small. We pride ourselves on taking a personal approach, and on building long term relationships with clients by focusing on their goals and needs, and the most practical ways of achieving them. We are dedicated to our clients and consider ourselves team members with clients in pursuing their goals, whether that may be closing a business deal, starting a new venture, avoiding a liability or just helping to make an important decision. We insist on the highest standards of legal practice, and pay attention to the details.. Tim Keiter graduated with honors from Harvard Law School, and began his private practice in 1992, after spending several years with a major Portland firm, and refusing an offer of partnership there. He offers the insights and perspective of the highest quality legal education, combined with many years of real life sophisticated commercial practice. He has dealt successfully with national, international, as well as regional and local companies, from large corporations to mom and pop businesses, both as clients and as opposing parties. His friendly and practical approach to finding solutions to clients’ varying challenges, and his toughness and vigorous representation of his clients’ interests, are hallmarks of his practice. He is pleased to know both when to say “yes,” and when to say “no,” whether in negotiations, in court, in mediation, or in other types of discussions.

Karen Hobson focuses her practice on estate planning and administration, as well as tax planning and business transactions. She is experienced in the preparation of wills, trusts and other estate planning documents for high net worth individuals, and provides strategic tax and legal advice to help her clients reach their business goals. Karen regularly assists clients in the creation and development of estate plans through the assessment of assets and goals, and understands complex tax and entity planning including the use of grantor trusts and family limited liability companies. Karen also has experience advising on pre-formation planning, entity formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, contractual interpretation issues and business succession planning.

Julie is presently a member of the Uniform Civil Jury Instruction Committee.  She is also a Continuing Legal Education speaker for both the Oregon State Bar and the Multnomah Bar Association.

Joshua Stadtler is a member of Dunn Carney’s commercial litigation, employment and environmental teams. He also supports the firm’s appellate, insurance coverage, and trusts and estates practices.. Prior to joining the firm, Josh practiced in the Oakland, California office of Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP where he concentrated on federal environmental litigation and regulatory matters, white collar criminal defense and internal investigations, and general commercial litigation.  Josh has represented Fortune 500 corporations in state and federal trial and appellate courts throughout the country, as well as clients in investigations conducted by the US Department of Justice, the Environmental Protection Agency and other regulatory enforcement agencies.. Previously, Josh served as a law clerk in the Law & Motion Department of the San Francisco Superior Court. While in law school, Josh served as a judicial extern to the Hon. Joseph C. Spero (2010) and the Hon. Susan Illston (2008) of the US District Court, Northern District of California, and as clerk in the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office (2009) as part of the Hastings Criminal Practice Clinic.. While earning his J.D. at the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, Josh was senior production editor and a member of the Board of Editors forHastings Law Journal, and competed in the national products liability competition for the Hastings Moot Court Team. He also earned the Witkin and CALI Awards for Academic Excellence in Advanced Business Law Seminar, Business Associations, Civil Procedure, Constitutional Law, Contracts and Negotiation & Settlement, and was named to the Thurston Honors Society.. In between graduating from college and beginning law school, Josh served in the United States Peace Corps in South Africa, worked at several law firms as a paralegal and spent 18 months on a solo journey through a dozen countries in Latin America and across Germany during the 2006 World Cup.. Born and raised in San Francisco, Josh moved to Portland in November 2012 with his wife Lily and their cat Buddy.  In his free time, he enjoys cooking, reading novels, watching sports and movies, practicing yoga, and hiking and trail running in the Hoyt Arboretum and Forest Park.

Josh Lamborn began his career as a Multnomah County Prosecutor. He prosecuted crimes ranging from Rape to Robbery to Aggravated Murder. In his 12 years as a Deputy D.A. Mr. Lamborn amassed well over 100 jury trials. Only in trial can a lawyer truly learn the ins and outs of trial practice. Mr. Lamborn’s extensive trial experience and daily courtroom presence not only helped hone his trial skills, but also helped develop relationships with judges and court staff, and learn what motivates judges and juries. As an insider at the courthouse Mr. Lamborn has an advantage when it comes to representing his client’s interests.. While settling a case is sometimes in your best interest, Mr. Lamborn is a trial lawyer; he will not take your case in the hopes of settling it to avoid a trial. Insurance company lawyers attempt to settle lawsuits as cheaply as possible. Only the realistic threat of a trial keeps them honest. Other personal injury lawyers settle cases they know are worth more money just so they can avoid trial. Mr. Lamborn will not settle a case unless you are getting the maximum compensation for your injury.. All of Mr. Lamborn cases are on a contingency fee basis, which means if you do not recover any money neither does he. If you were injured in an accident call or email The Law Office of Josh Lamborn to arrange for a free consultation

Josh is a principal of Matchstick Legal, a Portland, Oregon law firm helping freelancers, growing studios, busy agencies, and new media companies find practical solutions to their business law problems. Client-focused and detail-oriented, Josh is always looking for opportunities to help clients up their legal game.. Josh hails from Bozeman, Montana where he earned a BS in accounting cum laude at Montana State University and became a CPA. From there, Josh attended Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon where he met his wife.. In the community, Josh is a former Treasurer and member of the Board of Directors of AIGA Portland, the professional association of design. Josh helped found and serves as an advisor to Operation Pitch Invasion, a local 501(c)(3) that builds, restores and maintains soccer fields throughout the Portland metro area. Josh also helped establish and advises the 107 Independent Supporters Trust, the nonprofit organizing and financial engine behind the Timbers Army.. Josh is an an avid supporter of the Portland Timbers and proud member of its supporter group, the Timbers Army. If you stand in the North End of Providence Park on match days, you might even hear him sing.

Joseph Morones’s passion for justice and advocacy is rooted in his early life experiences and further strengthened by his legal education and professional training. While pursuing his law degree at Willamette University College of Law, he gained invaluable hands-on experience as a certified law clerk at Gilroy Napoli Short. This role provided him with courtroom exposure throughout the state, allowing him to master the complexities of legal proceedings and sharpen his understanding of the criminal justice system. His clerkship with the Clark County District Attorney’s Office further honed his analytical skills and deepened his commitment to protecting the rights of individuals.. As a dedicated criminal defense attorney, Joseph is committed to providing his clients with a strong, principled defense. He believes in the importance of clear communication and transparency, fostering trust and collaboration with his clients to achieve the best possible outcomes. Joseph’s approach emphasizes meticulous preparation and zealous advocacy, ensuring that every client’s voice is heard and their rights are protected. He is deeply driven by the belief that everyone deserves a fair trial and equal access to justice.. Joseph earned his bachelor’s degree in government with an emphasis in legal studies from Grand Canyon University before completing his Juris Doctorate at Willamette University College of Law.. When he’s not practicing law, Joseph enjoys staying active by training for triathlons, playing basketball, and spending time with his wife and their goldendoodle.

Jordan was a judicial clerk for the Honorable Roger J. DeHoog of the Oregon Court of Appeals and previously clerked for the Honorable Barbara A. Madsen of the Washington Supreme Court. As a judicial clerk at the appellate level, she had the opportunity to work on a variety of cases, including those addressing criminal, family, and juvenile law.. During law school, Jordan worked as an appellate intern at the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office appearing in court on behalf of the State of Washington. She also worked at a Seattle-based domestic violence agency.

Jonathan Bacsalmasi is an attorney at Fitzwater Law focusing on estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianship/conservatorship, and elder Law, matters. He guides clients through the estate planning process to ensure their affairs and long-term goals are in order while also accounting for problematic family dynamics. In probate and trust administration matters, he helps clients and families through the transition period of settling a loved one’s estate.. Jonathan is passionate about working in collaboration with clients to create estate plans that anticipate and address their current needs, while also protecting family assets for future generations. He focuses on Fitzwater Law's elder law clients to discuss Medicaid planning options and to properly prepare clients for the devastating costs of long-term care.  He also assists to establish guardianship or conservatorship for individuals who need help with personal and medical decisions. Jonathan works with Veterans to plan for VA Pension and Aid & Attendance benefits. Jonathan is accredited by the US Department of Veterans Affairs and is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

John started his career in Roseburg, Oregon where he practiced estate planning, family law, and civil litigation. He now specializes in estate planning, including trusts, wills, and probate.. John has practiced at Warren Allen LLP since 2022, working on complex cases involving estate planning, family law matters, and multimillion dollar civil litigation cases related to the devastation caused by the wildfires in Oregon.. A graduate from the University of Oregon, John received his bachelor’s degree in 2012, and graduated from Willamette University College of Law in 2019. He has volunteered with the Multnomah Bar Association to educate the public on available legal resources and hosted legal presentations discussing issues that affect families across Oregon.. At home, John spends most of his time with his wife, daughter, and two pets, and is a huge sports fan, especially when it comes to discussing anything related to the Portland Trail Blazers.

John maintains a diverse practice that includes intellectual property advice and litigation, business advice and transactions, and commercial litigation and appeals. On each matter, John seeks to deliver creative and cost-effective solutions by providing clear advice backed by careful research.

John grew up on his family's farm in Spiritwood, North Dakota, and graduated from Kindred High School in Kindred, North Dakota. He then immediately fled the abysmal winters of the Bison State for the sunny climes of Hawaii. There, he attended Hawaii Pacific University, and graduated with a degree in Marine Biology.. After graduation, he moved back to the mainland, with the intention of attending graduate school. A strange series of events led him to manage a pest control company in Portland, Oregon. From there, a car accident and a stroke of luck landed him in an attorney’s office, who eventually suggested he look into the law as a career change.. John decided to attend Lewis & Clark Law School, in Portland. During his first year of law school, he was a Pro Bono Award recipient, and received a prestigious Public Interest Law Project scholarship. He used his scholarship to work for WaterWatch of Oregon, which allowed him to protect Oregon’s water rights and to work on drafting legislation. In his second year, he was selected to join Lewis & Clark’s Jessup International Moot Court team, which won Best Brief at their regional competition and fourth place in the international rounds (the highest placing U.S. team). He also began a clerkship at Kahn & Ifversen Attorneys, LLP, where he served as a Certified Law Student and handled various criminal cases. Upon graduating he was awarded, in addition to his Juris Doctorate, a certificate in Criminal Law and Procedure.. To John, helping people through one of their most harrowing experiences gives him a great feeling of pride.  The combination of his love of helping people, and of trial practice (which he focused on in his course work) makes him an effective advocate for his clients.. In his spare time he enjoys cooking, fishing and learning to play the ukulele.

John graduated from the University of Chicago Law School with Honors in 1998.  While at the University of Chicago, he was a member of the University of Chicago Law Review and wrote a note for the University of Chicago Legal Forum entitled "Genetics and Justice: An Indigent Defendant's Right to DNA Expert Assistance."  After graduation, John served for one year as a law clerk for Judge Ed Carnes, a federal appeals court judge in Montgomery, Alabama, and then for another year as a law clerk for Judge Shira Scheindlin, a federal trial judge in New York City.. After completing his clerkships, John worked for several years as an associate at Shea & Gardner (now Goodwin Procter), a commercial litigation firm in Washington, D.C.  John moved to Oregon in 2004 and began working as a Deputy District Attorney in Multnomah County in January 2005.  During his time as a Deputy D.A., John worked in the misdemeanor trial unit and felony property unit.  While in the D.A.'s office, John handled approximately 50 trials and presented numerous cases to the grand jury.. John was born in the Bronx, New York, and he is an avid New York Yankees fan.  He enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, shooting pool, and playing cards.

John Doe is a business formation attorney based in the United States, specializing in assisting clients with the complexities of establishing and structuring new businesses. With a focus on providing comprehensive legal support, John Doe aims to guide entrepreneurs through the various stages of business development, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

John Doe has built a solid foundation in the legal field, gaining extensive experience in business law. He has worked with a diverse range of clients, from startups to established companies, helping them navigate the intricacies of business formation. His practice encompasses various aspects of business law, including entity selection, drafting and filing formation documents, and advising on operational compliance. John Doe understands the importance of creating a strong legal framework for new ventures, which is why he emphasizes tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

In his business formation practice, John Doe provides a variety of related services. These services may include partnership agreements, operating agreements, and compliance with state and federal regulations. He is dedicated to ensuring that his clients are well-informed about their options and the implications of their choices, which is crucial for long-term success. Additionally, while his primary focus is on business formation, John Doe may also assist clients with related areas such as intellectual property, contract negotiations, and business dissolution when necessary.

John Doe serves clients across various geographic areas in the United States, adapting his approach to meet the specific legal requirements of different jurisdictions. His commitment to client service and thorough understanding of the business landscape make him a reliable resource for those seeking to establish or grow their businesses.

Reviews and ratings for John Doe can be found on various public legal platforms, reflecting the experiences of clients who have engaged his services. These reviews provide insight into his professional demeanor and the quality of his legal support.

Operating as a solo practitioner, John Doe is dedicated to providing personalized attention to each client, ensuring that their legal needs are met with diligence and care.

For those interested in learning more about John Doe's practice or seeking assistance with business formation, it is encouraged to review public information or contact his office directly for further inquiries.

Jody Stahancyk has earned the reputation as a strong woman and a formidable opponent in the courtroom who all the while has a generous heart and is a pillar of her community. Jody Stahancyk founded the family law firm in 1987 after a decade of legal work. She began her legal practice in 1973 as a Multnomah County Deputy District Attorney where she successfully prosecuted for 6 years. In 1979 she was appointed as the Referee (Pro-tem Judge) for the Multnomah County Juvenile Court where she sat until 1982. After this appointment she spent a year as an Assistant Oregon Attorney General in the Consumer Protection Division. From 1983 until she began private practice in 1986, Jody was a full time mother and wife.|Since 1986, Jody has led her firm in making innovative and creative advances in the area of family law. She prides herself on creative solutions to difficult problems in every area of her work. Today, Stahancyk, Kent, Johnson & Hook has grown to over sixteen attorneys and fifty support staff with offices in Portland, Bend, Prineville and Astoria, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington. SKJ&H is one of the leading family law firms in the Northwest. Jody Stahancyk’s practice emphasis is complex asset divorces.. Professional Activities: Jody is a member of the Oregon State Bar as well as a member of multiple local bars where she has served on various committees. Jody regularly lectures at continuing legal education seminars as well as being a guest lecturer at various Oregon colleges and Law Schools.Community Activities: Jody is currently on the boards of the Children’s Relief Nursery and Child Centered Solutions and has previously served on the boards of the Perry Center, Boys and Girls Club, Children’s Charity Ball, Lutheran Family Services and as a Trustee of Linfield College. Jody particularly enjoys feeding the Lincoln High School Football Team pre-game mac and cheese at the Portland Office and working with the SKJ&H High School Intern Program which includes twenty-five high school students. The SKJ&H Student Interns polish their skills in work ethic, presentation, etiquette, problem solving and creative business thinking. They also spearhead a variety of community projects including volunteering at the Children’s Relief Nursery. In 2005, the SKJ&H Student Interns produced a short film titled The Firm which they published and distributed on DVD.In 2006, Stahancyk, Kent, Johnson & Hook was honored with the 2005 Better Business Bureau Large Business of the Year Award for overall excellence in Integrity, Community Service, Community Involvement, and Innovative Business Practices. SKJ&H is the first law firm to win this prestigious award. Jody and her husband, John Crawford, and their children Seth and Kate attend Trinity Episcopal Church.

Jim was born in Chicago in 1949. He worked as a construction laborer, apprentice plumber, dishwasher, golf caddy, and parking attendant during high school and college. He graduated from Yale University in 1971 and the Lewis and Clark Law School in 1977, having served as Editor-in-Chief of the law review. He spent a year as a law clerk to the Hon. Robert C. Belloni in Federal Court before beginning private practice.. Jim has devoted his practice since 1978 to representing individuals, labor unions and non-profit public interest groups against government agencies, employers and insurance companies. He is a past chair and long-time member of the Oregon Trial Lawyers association Amicus committee. He has taught at Lewis and Clark Law School and speaks at conferences for lawyers on punitive damages, product liability, appellate practice, social security and the coordination of public and private disability benefits. Jim is a member of the Bars of the Oregon Supreme Court, United States Supreme Court, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and United States District Court. He has served on the boards of the Northwest Environmental Defense Center, Oregon Environmental Council, Portland Sustainability Commission, and Community Cycling Center.. He performs irregularly at Artichoke Music. Jim and his wife Cheryl live in Northwest Portland and ride their tandem bike to work.

Jim Prichard co-chairs the Ball Janik LLP construction law practice, and is a member of the firm's management committee.  Jim was named one of the Portland Business Journal's "Forty Under 40" for 2015, and has been recognized in Super Lawyers magazine since 2010.. Jim has a broad construction practice, including all forms of payment and performance dispute resolution, contract drafting and negotiation, and public project and government contract issues.  He is perhaps best known for representing property owners in complex residential and commercial construction defect and property damage disputes.  He has recovered nearly $250,000,000 for his clients, and has successfully tried construction defect cases to juries in Oregon and Washington.. Jim handles commercial litigation matters and represents policy holders on insurance matters.  He also provides general counsel to businesses including developers, commercial property owners and operators, managers and brokers, contractors, design professionals, suppliers and manufacturers.. Additionally, Jim has a growing community association law practice.  He provides general counsel to community associations in Oregon and Washington, and handles collections.  Jim also handles litigation matters, with a concentration on real estate and governing document disputes, construction defects, and insurance coverage.. Jim is licensed to practice law in Oregon, Washington and California, and handles select matters throughout the United States.  He is currently handling several multi-million dollar disputes in Utah and Florida.. In 2013, Jim created a private foundation called Shelter Oregon, which supports organizations that provide (1) shelter and services to homeless families, (2) affordable housing and services to needy families, and (3) shelter and care for animals.  Shelter Oregon is an Oregon non-profit corporation, and recognized by the IRS as a charitable organization.  Contact Jim to learn more about Shelter Oregon.

Jim is admitted to the Maine and Massachusetts Bars, the U.S. District Courts in Maine and Massachusetts, and First Circuit Court of Appeals.. Jim began his career as an Assistant District Attorney in Massachusetts, then became a commercial litigation associate at large law firms in Portland and Boston. He served as general counsel to several start ups and small businesses. Jim returned to private practice in 2007, and launched a solo practice in 2010.. Jim grew up in Lewiston and comes from a long line of lawyers and public servants. He obtained a B.A. in History and Government from Colby College and graduated cum laude from Suffolk University Law School, where he was awarded the Drinan Fellowship in Criminal Law.. Jim has had a lifelong interest and commitment to advocating for people with disabilities. Prior to earning his law degree, Jim taught school and worked with young adults with developmental disabilities. A significant part of his law practice focuses on representing injured or disabled individuals. On a more personal level, he is also a parent of a child receiving special education services. Jim serves on the board of Disability Rights Center, which is Maine’s protection and advocacy agency for people with disabilities; Southern Maine Parent Awareness, a statewide advocacy group for parents of children with disabilities; and StriveU, which provides services for young adults with developmental disabilities as they transition from high school.. Jim is a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA), Maine State Bar Association, Maine Employment Lawyers Association, and Maine Trial Lawyers Association. Jim also sits on the Town of Cumberland’s Housing Authority and Personnel Appeals Board. He is an avid Red Sox fan, and enjoys golf and skiing. He and his family live in Cumberland.