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John has had over 18 years of litigation experience in areas of real estate, landlord/tenant disputes, business litigation, taxation, and banking. John’s extensive knowledge of lending and banking practices provides him a deep understanding of the complex legal issues involved in defending foreclosures in Oregon. John is persistent in the courtroom and steadfast in settlement negotiations. Most importantly, John always takes the time to clearly communicate with his clients.
Before starting Bowles Fernández, John was the vice president of special assets in the workouts section of a Section 42 tax credit syndicator. Previously, John devoted a substantial amount of his career to tenants who were unable to afford legal representation.
A native Oregonian, John served in the 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment of the United States Marine Corps. He attended the University of Oregon after his honorable discharge in 1984. During his studies at UofO, John took part in Foreign Exchange Language Programs in Beijing and Fuzhou, China. During law school, John focused on real property, international trade, business transactions, and foreign joint ventures. After law school, he worked as a litigation attorney on the island of Guam advising the Board of Directors for the Guam Housing Authority before returning to the U.S. to begin his real estate practice.
John is happily married with 3 children, is an active leader in the community, and speaks mandarin Chinese fluently.
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Chat withState: Oregon
Acquired: 1997
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2005
5200 SW Meadows Rd., Lake Oswego, OR, 97035
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Posted by Joon | September 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney
At first, John seemed like the type of lawyer that would actually help you about your case. I paid a retainer for the first part of the service and he helped me out. As we progressed into our case, John was practically absent. I was the one asking for updates on the work without any updates until ...
Posted by Les and Sharon | February 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney
We came into contact with John Bowles and his firm, when we were facing a wrongful eviction. We consulted and hire him. John and his partner traveled hrs to our hometown to defend us. We have seen him in action and he knows the law and your rights as tenants. John and his partner truly care and make ...
Posted by Krystal | August 9, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
John Bowles is The Best, John came through on short notice and Represented my mom and I through our Eviction Situation He did such Amazing Job handling our case In amateur matter, John Bowles Won our case In Our Favor, A BIG THANK YOU GOES OUT TO YOU JOHN BOWLES, YOUR THE BEST , YOU DIDN'T JUST R...
Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney
My husband and I were being wrongfully evicted and the landlords were just showing up anytime they wanted to, even forcefully entered our premisis. Mr. Bowels took good care of our family and won our case we would recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Ivan | March 2, 2014
After struggling for two years in modification hell I sought help and had my loan and note reviewed by an examiner. Several issues (some severe) were found so he recommended John Bowles at Bowles/Fernandez Law Firm. Throughout my process with the banks, I kept notes, paperwork and records of calls (s...
"John is the kind of lawyer you want to hire to be your lawyer. He is personable and truly cares about his clients and diligently works to get the best results possible for them. John is extremely knowledgeable about foreclosure defense and his other areas of practice and he is not afraid to take on the tough challenging cases. I wholeheartedly endorse John Bowles."
Tax lawyer
Litigation lawyer
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2005.
Suspension - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2005
updated on 02/04/2016This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
“This was a year long suspension that began in 2005 due in large part to my failure to file income tax returns. It was in the midst of a contentious divorce. I have since resolved this matter, raised my children successfully, and I am happily remarried.”
1984
Good Conduct Medal, United States Marine Corps
2010 - Present
Attorney at Law, Bowles Fernandez Law
2007 - 2008
Vice President of Special Assets, PNC Multi-Family Capital
2005 - 2007
Relationship Manager Originations, Homestead Capital
1997 - 2005
Attorney at Law, Law Office of John P. Bowles
1997 - 1997
Attorney at Law, Law Office of David K. Link
2012 - 2012
DOJ Foreclosure Prevention ProjectForeclosure Defense Contributor
2008 - 2010
Lake Oswego Hunt ClubVolunteer
2007 - 2008
Waluga Neighborhood AssociationBoard Member
2005 - 2006
One With CreationBoard Member
Reversed and remanded.
Prevailed. Oregon Supreme Court held that MERS is not a beneficiary under the Oregon Trust Deed Act. Furthermore, a non-judicial foreclosure Notice of Sale must identify the beneficiary and the use of MERS as the beneficiary is insufficient.
Decision pending.
Decision Affirmed on Appeal Without Opinion by Oregon Supreme Court
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Reversed.
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Reversed.
Arguments Pending
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1995
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1988
1987
1981
High School Diploma
2013
Foreclosure
2012
Foreclosure Defense
Chinese, Min Nan
Legal Answers
Does an eviction notice have an expiration date if the tenant refuses to leave?
09 Mar 2016
Can an audio recording be used as evidence of a verbal contract in small claims court in Oregon?
08 Mar 2016
Is that lease agreement legal without my signature? Am I now legally ropped into paying more rent, paying back utilities, etc?!
08 Jan 2016