Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Personal Injury Legal Services Portland OR
The Douglas F Angell PC has provided dedicated legal representation since 1993, specializing in personal injury, wrongful death, business law, and estate planning. Our practice combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach, ensuring personalized attention to every case. With a background as former General Counsel for a highway construction company and service as a Pro Tem Circuit Court Judge, our attorney brings unique insights to litigation and dispute resolution. We prioritize compassionate advocacy while maintaining rigorous legal standards, serving clients across Oregon and Arizona.Our team handles cases from initial consultation through trial, emphasizing transparency and informed decision-making. Community involvement and professional memberships underscore our commitment to ethical practice and local engagement. Services extend to probate, business mergers, and estate planning, reflecting a comprehensive legal resource for individuals and organizations.
Services
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Business Law
Wills & Estates
Probate
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of legal experience in Oregon and Arizona courts
- Our attorney serves as Pro Tem Circuit Court Judge for Washington County
- Multi-state licensing enables seamless cross-border legal representation
- Community involvement includes local soccer clubs and Rotary organizations
- Personalized case management from initial consultation through trial
What people say
Professional and personable staff
Exceeded expectations
Handled expeditiously
Compassionate legal advocacy
Amazing job
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in auto collisions, workplace accidents, and other incidents. Our practice handles medical expense recovery, wage loss compensation, and diminished vehicle value claims. With courtroom experience and negotiation expertise, we secure fair settlements for clients throughout Oregon and Arizona.
Wrongful Death
Our firm advocates for families who lost loved ones due to negligence. We pursue compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, and emotional damages. Legal strategies focus on holding responsible parties accountable while providing compassionate representation during difficult times.
Business Law
We advise businesses on formation, contracts, mergers, and dispute resolution. Legal services include litigation representation in arbitration and court proceedings. Our experience spans business operations across Oregon and Arizona markets.
Wills & Estates
Our practice creates customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and advance directives. We guide clients through probate processes and asset distribution. Services ensure legal protection for families and minor children's guardianship arrangements.
Probate
We assist executors with estate settlement, including asset inventory, debt settlement, and tax filings. Legal guidance covers court-required accounting and property transfers. Our experience streamlines complex probate processes for clients in Oregon.
People
Douglas F. Angell
Attorney & Founder
Admitted since 1993, former General Counsel for highway construction company, Pro Tem Judge in Washington County since 2020, Arizona licensed attorney, and community volunteer with local sports organizations.
Lindsey Angell
Paralegal
Criminal justice graduate from Seton Hill University, assists with personal injury cases, former equestrian team member, CrossFit enthusiast, and integral part of office operations.
Chelsey Meleyco
Legal Assistant
UC Davis graduate with English degree, former law intern, experienced in legal administration, enjoys running and horseback riding, joined firm after wine industry career.
Katie Pyland
Receptionist
Portland native with Forest Service experience, manages client communications, gardening enthusiast, former haunted pub tour guide, and active participant in local cultural events.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients throughout Oregon including Portland, Beaverton, and Hillsboro, with Arizona licensing for select legal matters.
Do you handle cases outside Oregon?
Our Arizona licensing allows representation for specific matters across state lines while maintaining primary Oregon practice.
How are attorney fees structured?
Personal injury cases use contingency fees; other services billed hourly with transparent cost agreements discussed upfront.
What practice areas do you specialize in?
Core focus areas include personal injury, wrongful death, business law, estate planning, and probate litigation.
How to start a personal injury claim?
Contact us immediately after accidents for evidence preservation guidance and insurance negotiation strategy development.
Can you help with estate planning?
We create customized wills, trusts, and advance directives to protect assets and ensure family care arrangements.
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