Dean J Gibbons Law Offices – Portland, OR

Your Local Lawyer in Sellwood-Moreland

Dean J Gibbons Law Offices is a general practice law firm rooted in the community values of Southeast Portland. For over 30 years, attorney Dean J. Gibbons has served as a trusted advisor to his neighbors in the Sellwood-Moreland and Woodstock areas. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran and former cryptologic linguist, Dean brings a unique blend of discipline, integrity, and worldly experience to his legal practice. He understands that legal issues-whether they involve a sudden injury, a family death, or an insurance dispute-are deeply personal and stressful. His practice is built on the philosophy of being an ”intensely local” attorney: one who shares the same schools, restaurants, and bike trails as his clients. This connection fosters a relationship of trust that is often missing in larger, impersonal firms. Dean offers a broad range of legal services, allowing him to be a lifelong legal partner for families in his community.

Diverse Legal Expertise

While Dean Gibbons has experience in many areas of law, his practice currently focuses on:

• Elder Law and Estate Planning: Helping clients prepare for the future with wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. He also assists with Medicaid planning and long-term care issues.
• Probate Administration: Guiding families through the probate process after a loved one dies, handling the distribution of assets and resolution of debts.
• Personal Injury: Representing individuals injured by the carelessness of others in car accidents, slip and falls, and other incidents. He fights to ensure fair compensation for medical bills and pain and suffering.
• Insurance Disputes: Advocating for policyholders who are being treated unfairly by their insurance companies, leveraging his deep knowledge of insurance law.

A Veteran Serving Veterans

Dean Gibbons’ military background gives him a special dedication to serving fellow veterans. He understands the unique challenges they face and is committed to ensuring they receive the support and representation they deserve. Located in a professional building on SE Spokane Street, the office is a fixture in the Sellwood neighborhood. Whether you need to draft a simple will or litigate a complex injury claim, Dean Gibbons provides the experienced, approachable, and ethical representation you need.