Jeffery Demland

Jeff focuses his practice on estate planning, administration, and litigation. His practice grows from his experience in academic and pharmaceutical research, where he worked closely with oncology patients undergoing experimental treatments. He enjoys tackling complex issues, while keeping his clients’ real-world needs at the forefront of every decision. Jeff listens carefully to his clients to help them find the solution that’s right for them. His experience with scientific research taught him to be resilient and creative, and he enjoys applying this approach to advocate for his clients today.

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Oregon

Oregon State Bar

Since 2014

Washington

Washington State Bar Association

ID Number: 54825

Since 2019

Lewis & Clark Law School

J.D. (2014)

2010 - 2013

Honors: Cum laude

Activities: Lewis and Clark Law Review

University of Cincinnati College of Pharmacy

M.S. (2007) | Drug Development

2005 - 2007

University of Cincinnati

Bachelor of Music (2005) | Trombone Performance

2001 - 2005

Honors: cum laude

Oregon State Bar

Member

Current

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Current

Q. How do a file a case above small claims where I intend to represent myself?

April 9, 2021

A: You would need to file a complaint for breach of contract in the circuit court for the county in which your home is located. In your complaint, you would need to make allegations to support your claim, including allegations to support the existence of a contract, how the contractor breached it, that you have performed all conditions on your part to be performed, and the amount of damages you suffer as a result of the contractor's breach.

The Oregon judicial department has a self help page that can guide you through the filing process, which can be done electronically: https://www.courts.oregon.gov/how/Pages/file.aspx

Assuming that your contractor is licensed with the CCB, there are certain procedural requirements you must follow in order to obtain access to the contractor's bond for any judgment you obtain. I highly recommend you consult with an attorney that practices in this area to ensure your complaint is filed properly so you can hopefully obtain access to the contractor's bond. Good luck. ... Read More