Eric Chai, ADR Attorney in Oregon City, Oregon
Over 13 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Criminal Defense, and General
Oregon City, OR
Practicing adr in Oregon City since 2013.
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- Years practicing
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Eric Chai is an attorney based in Oregon City, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and General. Eric has over 13 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Oregon City, OR
- Experience
- over 13 years
- Known for
- ADR · Criminal Defense · General
- Handles ADR, Criminal Defense, and General matters from Oregon City, OR.
- Over 13 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eric Chai: Eric Chai is an attorney based in Oregon City, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and General. Eric has over 13 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Eric Chai
Eric concentrates on adr, criminal defense, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Criminal Defense
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Litigation
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ADR cases in Oregon City, Oregon
Eric takes adr matters in Oregon City, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Oregon City, Oregon
Eric takes criminal defense matters in Oregon City, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
General cases in Oregon City, Oregon
Eric takes general matters in Oregon City, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Oregon City, Oregon
Eric takes litigation matters in Oregon City, 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 Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Eric Chai — Over 13 years of Oregon adr experience
Eric Chai is an attorney based in Oregon City, OR. The practice focuses on ADR, Criminal Defense, and General. Eric has over 13 years of legal experience.
Eric Chai is a lawyer practicing mediation, litigation, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Eric received a degree from McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific, CA, and has been licensed for 13 years. Eric practices in Oregon City, OR.
How Eric handles adr matters
Eric Chai is a lawyer practicing mediation, litigation, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Eric received a degree from McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific, CA, and has been licensed for 13 years. Eric practices in Oregon City, OR.
Who Eric represents
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, criminal defense, and general matters in Oregon City and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Eric Chai's legal education and bar admissions
McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific, CA Univ of California Davis, Davis, CA
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Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
California
2013 · ACTIVE
Eric studied at — in McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific, CA Univ of California Davis, Davis, CA.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed — in McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific, CA Univ of California Davis, Davis, CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Eric Chai's office in Oregon City
Eric's primary office is at 2050 Beavercreek Rd # 101 465, Oregon City, OR, 97045-4301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Eric Chai — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Oregon City, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric Chai
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple adr 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Oregon City?
Eric 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 — Eric 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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new adr clients right now?
Eric'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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