David Lawrence

David Lawrence

4.9
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 24 years

Landlord or tenant Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Family

7 SE 30th Avenue, Portland, OR

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 24 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2002

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Law Offices of David Lawrence

7 SE 30th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97214

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David Lawrence's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

Posted by Lisa | July 9, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Eviction firm for over 21y

I had my first consultation with attorney David Lawrence after my friend helped contact many law offices—most of which refused to support landlords like us. David reviewed our case, provided legal advice, and thoroughly explained the situation to help us better understand the law. After nearl...y two hours of consultation, including time spent reading our legal statement beforehand, he charged us a $350 consultation fee as known. In the end, we were told we would likely lose the case. I felt extremely sad and disappointed—but we understood. A lawyer is not a JUDGE, and David was honest enough to tell us the truth while offering different options to help us prepare and choose the most cost-effective and realistic approach. We live in a place where the law overwhelmingly protects tenants, and expecting any lawyer to change that reality is impossible. I met David while I was exhausted, financial resource, and overwhelmed. Still, I’m grateful for his honesty and thorough guidance. Today, David didn’t give me the result I was hoping for—to end the dispute with my tenant—but that wasn’t his fault. I respect him because he: • Responded to me very quickly • Gave detailed and helpful legal advice • Offered self-help solutions so I wouldn’t have to pay unnecessary fees If you’re looking for a lawyer with these qualities, David may be a good fit.

Posted by Dagmar | February 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best money ever spent.

David represented us from a renter who refused to pay rent for over a year. He used Oregon's protection to lie and squat. He rented the property to others and pocketed the money. Should have called David after the first month. Thank you David!

Posted by Hawthorne | February 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ditched me because he had a "gut" feeling about me

Hired Mr. Lawrence last week to work on an eviction case because I have to leave the country immediately because my wife was injured. Two days before my flight I called Mr. Lawrence to check on strategy, but instead, I was informed that he quit. Now I have 36 hrs to find another lawyer. He recommende...d another lawyer, but apparently that attorney isn't working anymore. I was left in a really bad position. I told him I would be reviewing him.

David Lawrence

Replied last February 22, 2023

I gave this person a consultation on a different eviction case last week. I never agreed to represent him in the future. I found him rude and could tell he would never be satisfied. If you are rude then I won't work with you. Sorry.

Posted by kira | February 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Look no further!

David Lawrence is knowledgeable, efficient, down to earth and amazingly good natured. He explains things clearly and makes sure that you understand. Mr. Lawrence is ethical and just a really decent human being. He solved my issue in a matter of a couple days and he was extremely accommodating regardi...ng my physical limitations, I never had to leave my house. There is no one else that I would recommend for landlord tenant issues. He's just the best. Thanks Again!

Posted by Jen | July 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The Expert in handling a bully landlord!

David achieved an incredible financial recovery for me, after a year of my landlord failing to adhere to the terms of our lease. He did so without me having to file a lawsuit. The result happened after a single interaction with landlord’s counsel, who had bullied me throughout when I tried to resolve... the issues myself.

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David Lawrence's Lawyer Endorsements

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Pete Meyers

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I feel like I am the luckiest lawyer in the world to not have had a case against David Lawrence. He is one of my go-to colleagues for his knowledge of landlord-tenant law. Just the other day I asked him whether I could use the fact of ownership from an FED case to preclude the issue of ownership in a quiet-title case (I represent landlord/owner in both cases). On the tip of his tongue he had the case that said “no”—Bunch v. Pearson (possession is the only issue in an FED). I wish there were a David Lawrence app!"

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Kevin Parks

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Lawrence and I both work similar types of Landlord/Tenant cases. We've consulted on various legal issues together, and we have been opposing counsel on a number of cases, as well. I recommend his work, as he is very knowledgeable and an effective advocate for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Michael Ross

Landlord or tenant lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have collaborated with David on cases, and I have opposed him on cases. David is a good lawyer who works hard for his clients."

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Pete Meyers

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Michael Ross

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney, David Lawrence- Attorney at Law

Associations

2002 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

Education

1992

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

University of Colorado - Boulder

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Oregon State Bar Landlord- Tenant Law

2017

Conference of OALI

Landlord-Tenant Law 2017

Languages

English

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