Donna J. Smith, Creditor Rights Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Creditor Rights and Litigation · 4.6/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
Managing AttorneyatTodd Trierweiler & Associates
Portland, OR
Practicing creditor rights in Portland since 2002.
- 24+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 5 client reviews
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Donna J. Smith is a managing attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights and Litigation. Donna has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Todd Trierweiler & Associates. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Creditor Rights · Litigation
- Handles Creditor Rights and Litigation matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Donna J. Smith: Donna J. Smith is a managing attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights and Litigation. Donna has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Todd Trierweiler & Associates. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Donna takes on
Donna concentrates on creditor rights and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Donna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Creditor Rights cases in Portland, Oregon
Donna takes creditor rights matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Donna agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Portland, Oregon
Donna takes litigation matters in Portland, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Donna agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Donna J. Smith — creditor rights lawyer in Portland
Donna J. Smith is a managing attorney based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights and Litigation. Donna has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Todd Trierweiler & Associates. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
Donna graduated from Northwood University with a Bachelor’s degree in business and received her law degree from Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College. Donna was an associate with Todd Trierweiler & Associates from 2002 through 2006, and she rejoined the firm in 2014. In addition to bankruptcy experience, her background includes a working knowledge of state court litigation and debt settlement practices. She is licensed in Oregon and Washington. Married with grown children, Donna enjoys exploring Portland and the great outdoors with her husband and grandchildren.
Working with Donna on a creditor rights matter
Donna graduated from Northwood University with a Bachelor’s degree in business and received her law degree from Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College. Donna was an associate with Todd Trierweiler & Associates from 2002 through 2006, and she rejoined the firm in 2014. In addition to bankruptcy experience, her background includes a working knowledge of state court litigation and…
Clients Donna works with
Donna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for creditor rights and litigation matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College J.D.
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Northwood University
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Jurisdictions
Donna's state bar admissions
Alaska
2012 · ACTIVE
Idaho
2007 · ACTIVE
Washington
2006 · ACTIVE
Oregon
2002 · ACTIVE
Donna studied at — in Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College J.D. and — in Northwood University.
Law school and academic background
Donna completed — in Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College J.D. and — in Northwood University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Donna runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Donna has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Donna J. Smith's office in Portland
Donna's primary office is at 4721 NE 102nd Road, Portland, OR, 97220. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Donna J. Smith — 4.6/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Donna. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing creditor rights attorneys in Portland.
4.6
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How to hire Donna J. Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new creditor rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Donna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Donna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Donna's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Donna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a creditor rights attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many creditor rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Donna
Donna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in creditor rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every creditor rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Donna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Donna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many creditor rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Donna J. Smith
How much does it cost to hire Donna for a creditor rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Donna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Donna offer a free consultation?
Donna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Donna's office. Some creditor rights attorneys offer free consults — check Donna's current terms during booking.
How long do creditor rights cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple creditor rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Donna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Donna take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Donna is licensed in Oregon. Matters governed by Oregon law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Donna will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Donna?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Donna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Donna accepting new creditor rights clients right now?
Donna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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