Andrew M. Cole

Andrew M. Cole is an Oregon attorney at Cole Tait, PC, with more than three decades of legal experience. His practice includes personal injury law, real estate transactions and disputes, small business formation and counseling, estate planning, probate litigation, and municipal law. He represents individuals, business owners, institutions, municipalities, and companies in matters requiring practical advice, negotiation, or courtroom advocacy.

Andrew earned a B.A. in History from Bowdoin College in 1981 and a J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law in 1988. He is admitted to practice in Oregon state courts, the US District Court for the District of Oregon, and the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.

Andrew began his legal career as a maritime law associate at a large Portland law office. He later moved to Clackamas County and established a smaller practice focused on personalized legal service. Since forming his own practice in 1991, he has handled both civil litigation and transactional matters for clients with varied legal needs.

Andrew involves advocating for people harmed by negligence and helping them pursue appropriate compensation in his personal injury work. In real estate matters, he advises clients on transactions and represents them when property-related disputes arise. He also supports entrepreneurs and established businesses with entity formation, ongoing legal counseling, and litigation. His estate planning and probate practice helps clients prepare for the future and resolve conflicts involving estates.

Andrew M. Cole serves small cities as a city attorney in addition to representing private clients. His professional experience includes work as a pro tem judge and court-appointed arbitrator. He has also chaired the Region 7 Oregon State Bar Disciplinary Committee. These roles reflect broad experience with litigation, dispute resolution, professional responsibility, and local government matters. He approaches each case with careful preparation and a practical understanding of the client’s goals.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Cole Tait, PC
• Member, Oregon State Bar

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• University of Washington
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Bowdoin college
  BA in History

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