Coos Bay Lawyers

Jim Nelson’s interest in becoming trial lawyer started in high school, where he participated in debates. He followed his interest at Oregon State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Speech Communication with an emphasis on theories of persuasion. He was an active member of the Oregon State Debate Team. He received useful training for his later legal career as a military policeman in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he attended Willamette University School of Law, where he obtained his Doctorate degree in Jurisprudence. In law school, he was selected as the...

I am a seasoned and effective trial attorney and the owner and sole practitioner at my own law firm. Prior to that I was an associate attorney at another firm, I served as a Judicial Clerk to the Honorable Mustafa T. Kasubhai at the Lane County Courthouse in Eugene, Oregon, and I worked as a law clerk at Umpqua Valley Public Defender in Roseburg, Oregon. I love to tackle tough constitutional and evidentiary issues on behalf of my clients. I believe that everybody has a right to a zealous defense. I earned a B.A. in history from the University of Oregon...

Michele Smith’s practice focuses on complex civil litigation involving serious injury and wrongful death resulting from defective medical devices and drugs, motor vehicle accidents, industrial accidents, and medical negligence. Michele is an Officer with the Oregon State Bar Product Liability Executive Committee.

Christopher MacNeil has been handling personal injury cases in the Willamette Valley for over twenty-five years. He specializes in cases involving serious injury arising out of motor vehicle collisions or defective products. Mr. MacNeil has lived in Oregon since 1979. He graduated from the University of Oregon in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science degree, and earned his law degree from the University of Oregon School of Law in 1984. After serving as a law clerk in the Oregon Circuit Court, he practiced law with a large firm that represented businesses. Because he preferred to work for individuals, since 1986 his...

Tom Butcher is a compassionate bankruptcy attorney in Eugene, OR and the surrounding areas. He will help you eliminate crushing debt and start on the path of financial freedom. Mr. Butcher is one of the top rated bankruptcy attorneys in Eugene, and he strives to make every client's experience a top notch experience.

Hugh Duvall has practiced criminal defense in Oregon since 1988. In addition to his active private criminal defense practice, he serves on the University of Oregon School of Law faculty, where he teaches a criminal defense related class to third year law students each fall term. He is the author of The Lawyer's Song: Navigating the legal wilderness, and many other publications. He is ranked as "AV" (Very High to Preeminent) by the Martindale peer reviewed attorney rating system. He has been repeatedly selected as an Oregon "Super Lawyer," and his practice has been ranked as...

Anna Sammons is a 2004 graduate of the University of Chicago Law School, where she was a Kosmerl scholar. Since her first court appearance as a law student back in 2003, Anna Sammons has only ever practiced criminal defense law, mostly in New York City. She initially worked as public defender at Brooklyn Defender Services, a nationally recognized leader in holistic public defense, and later at Appellate Advocates, where she handled sex offender registration matters, post-conviction relief motions, and direct appeals, including numerous murder cases. She then worked for the Lane County Public Defenderss Office here in Oregon before...

Graduated from University of Tennessee College of Law in 1991. Admitted to the Supreme Courts of Tennessee, Alabama, Virginia and Utah. Admitted to the United States District Court and United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Tennessee. Admitted to the United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. Admitted to the United States District Court for the District of Utah. Admitted to the United States Tax Court. Admitted to the Supreme Court of Oregon 2021 and to the United States District Court for the District of Oregon and the...

I am dedicated to serving clients in the area of Family Law on a sliding scale and reduced fee basis. I have been practicing out of Eugene, Oregon for over 10 years.

I offer a sensitive, individualized approach to bankruptcy filings. I focus on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases for individuals, families and small businesses. I have been practicing law in Oregon for 21 years.

Private practice attorney since 2002. Former Deputy District Attorney - Jackson County, Oregon Former Assistant County Counsel - Jackson County, Oregon Former City of Medford Prosecutor

Since 1974 Scott has appeared for clients in many state and federal courts. As a general law practitioner for over 20 years, he has seen about everything at least once. For the last 20 years, Scott narrowed his professional focus to claims against insurance companies. You can be sure of calm, tested, and trusted advice when confronted with legal adversity.? Outside the office, Scott is well-respected within the legal community. He is a member of the Oregon State Bar, United States District Court for the District of Oregon, US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, US Claims Court, and...

As your attorney, my goal will always be to employer your decision making with sound counsel. You will be provided with personal service, precise communication, and legal counsel tailored to support your individual situation. Prior to completing my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Arizona State University in 1976, I had the opportunity to reside and work on an international archeological expedition in the Old City of Jerusalem. In 1981, I was awarded a Juris Doctor in New York City from Brooklyn Law School. I was selected as a national member in the Order of Barristers, a...

Brad Litchfield is a shareholder at the firm of Hutchinson Cox, practicing exclusively in litigation. He joined the firm in joined in 2003 after working for five years at Harrang Long. Prior to that, he graduated cum laude from the LL.M. program in Comparative Law from Brigham Young University. His law degree was from the University of British Columbia in 1993, where he was the Managing Editor of the University of British Columbia Law Review. Prior to commencing graduate studies, Brad practiced in litigator in British Columbia for five years. He currently serves as an elected member of the...

Applying 21st century communication & document technologies providing drafting, negotiating, advice & litigation services with real property transactions, title & boundary line disputes, leases, mortgages, foreclosures, commercial & residential evictions & landlord tenant issues Applying former law enforcement and prosecution experience while aggressively representing defendants in criminal actions leading to acquittals, dismissals, diversions, plea bargains, trial and expungements, representing the accused in major felonies [attempted murder, robbery, assault, manslaughter [specializing in motor vehicle accidents leading to death], theft, forgery, burglary, property crimes, weapon offenses) as well as DUII and related/similar traffic charges, misdemeanor and violation cases Leading...

Lara Johnson represents people seriously injured or killed by dangerous conduct, including drunk driving and other irresponsible driving, nursing neglect and abuse, and medical negligence.

Lara has been actively involved in the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association and currently serves on its Executive Committee. She serves as an Oregon state delegate for the American Association of Justice. She was appointed by the Governor to serve on the Elder Abuse Prevention Work group. She is recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers.

Lara is a native Oregonian. She graduated from McGill University in Montreal, Canada and...

Harris Law Group, LLC, established in 2011, serves clients throughout the southern Willamette Valley and provides personal and cost effective representation. Our practice areas include:  general civil litigation, advising local businesses, contracts, estate planning, domestic partnership planning, family law, and representing survivors of domestic violence/sexual assault in contested protective order hearings. Our office is conveniently located in downtown Eugene. 

Margaret Wilson has been a practicing attorney since 1993. She is currently the managing shareholder for the Wilson Law Office in Eugene, Oregon. Ms. Wilson is also a mediator/arbitrator with a focus on employment law and workplace disputes.

Jacy excels at high-asset divorce and high-conflict child custody cases, involving multiple retirement accounts, complex expert witness issues, and voluminous discovery.

Hecht & Norman appreciates the importance of providing accessible quality legal representation to individuals across the state of Oregon. In 2011, Hecht & Norman opened its Southern Oregon office in Medford, and Kevin Stout joined our team. Kevin previously worked as an attorney with Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services where he developed a solid foundation in immigration law. As a former public interest attorney, Kevin brings compassion and knowledge to every client matter. Kevin remains committed to public service, and has volunteered in outreach and education efforts to facilitate collaboration between law enforcement and the immigrant...

Licensed as an Oregon lawyer in 1978, Mr. Anderson was admitted to practice before the US District Court for the District of Oregon and the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in 1979. A tax and debt relief practitioner and consumer advocate, Mr. Anderson has also been certified in Consumer Bankruptcy by the American Board of Certification. He has practiced in the Oregon Bankruptcy Court since being admitted to the federal court bar. He is Oregon State Chair for the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys and a member of the National Association of Consumer Advocates. Mr. Anderson...

Shane Davis is Plaintiff's attorney at Johnson Johnson Lucas & Middleton, PC. Mr. Davis specializes in personal injury, products liability, and medical malpractice cases. He has experience with complex civil litigation, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death claims.

Shane Davis is licensed to practice law in the state of Oregon and in the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. Prior to joining JJL&M, Mr. Davis worked as a law clerk for the Trial Division of the Oregon Department of Justice. He received his law degree from the University of Oregon School of Law, where he was a member of...

I have been practicing law since the year 1985, in Southern Oregon. I do primarily criminal defense and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.

Husband, Father of 10, LDS, and a lawyer for the past 22 years. I have tried numerous cases. I have received multi-million dollar verdicts. I have settled thousands of cases. I have been a part time judge for 13 years. After a few years at the United States Attorneys office, I have spent my career representing those who have suffered life changing injuries.

Judy is an appellate specialist with 18 years of experience in the Oregon appellate courts. Her career began as clerk for Hon. William Richardson, then Chief Judge of the Oregon Court of Appeals. Judy is the senior partner at a boutique appellate firm in Eugene, Oregon. She is also the chair of the Appellate Section of the Oregon State Bar. For more about Judy Giers and her firm, visit www.GOappeals.com.

Justin Idiart began practicing in 2011 although he has been working in the legal industry since 1998. Justin graduated from the University of Oregon School of Law.

During law school, he clerked for the Honorable Daniel L. Harris in Jackson County Circuit Court.

He also received an MBA from Brigham Young University in 2007. Justin is fluent in English and Spanish.

Over 30 Years Serving Jackson County Risa L. Hall was raised on her family farm in Siskiyou County. Risa learned to ski on Mt. Ashland and attended Southern Oregon University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in 2003. After graduating from Willamette University School of Law in Salem Oregon, Risa relocated to Southern Oregon to work as an associate for a Law Firm in Grants Pass for 5 years. She then relocated her law practice to the Rogue Valley where she has been helping families navigate through their legal matters for the past 27 years. She frequently enjoys the Southern...