James C Coffey, Estate Planning Attorney in North Bend, Oregon
Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Government, and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatStebbins & Coffey
North Bend, OR
Practicing estate planning in North Bend since 1974.
- 52+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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James C Coffey is a member based in North Bend, OR. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Government, and Personal Injury. James has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stebbins & Coffey. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- North Bend, OR
- Experience
- over 52 years
- Known for
- Estate Planning · Government · Personal Injury
- Handles Estate Planning, Government, and Personal Injury matters from North Bend, OR.
- Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About James C Coffey: James C Coffey is a member based in North Bend, OR. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Government, and Personal Injury. James has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stebbins & Coffey. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters James takes on
James concentrates on estate planning, government, personal injury, poa, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Planning
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Personal Injury
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POA
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Probate
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Workers Comp
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Estate Planning cases in North Bend, Oregon
James takes estate planning matters in North Bend, 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 James agrees to represent you.
Government cases in North Bend, Oregon
James takes government matters in North Bend, 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 James agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in North Bend, Oregon
James takes personal injury matters in North Bend, 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 James agrees to represent you.
POA cases in North Bend, Oregon
James takes poa matters in North Bend, 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 James agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in North Bend, Oregon
James takes probate matters in North Bend, 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 James agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet James C Coffey — estate planning lawyer in North Bend
James C Coffey is a member based in North Bend, OR. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Government, and Personal Injury. James has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stebbins & Coffey. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. James C Coffey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation law, government and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. James practices at Stebbins & Coffey in North Bend, OR.
James's approach to estate planning cases
Mr. James C Coffey is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation law, government and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. James practices at Stebbins & Coffey in North Bend, OR.
Clients James works with
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, government, and personal injury matters in North Bend and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Oregon
J.D. · 1974
Dartmouth College
B.A. · 1971
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1978 · ACTIVE
Oregon
1974 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in University of Oregon and B.A. in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in University of Oregon and B.A. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Oregon State Bar
Member: Uniform Criminal Jury Instruction Committee, 1982-1984 Workers' Compensation Section · membership
Locations
James C Coffey's office in North Bend
James's primary office is at 745 California St., North Bend, OR, 97459. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of James C Coffey — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of James. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate planning attorneys in North Bend.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire James C Coffey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James'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; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in North Bend, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate planning 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. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James C Coffey
How much does it cost to hire James for a estate planning case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do estate planning cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple estate planning 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. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside North Bend?
James 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 — James 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 James?
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. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new estate planning clients right now?
James'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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