Joseph A. Yazbeck, Jr. | Partner

Joe has decades of experience representing all sides in construction disputes, from suppliers, subcontractors, and general contractors to public and private owners. From his early experience as an attorney for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers through the subsequent decades of private practice, Joe has built relationships with participants in the Pacific Northwest construction industry, and has represented clients in matters large and small.

Education

Tulane University Law School, J.D., 1974
Louisiana State University, B.S., 1971

Bar & Court Admissions

Oregon State Bar
Washington State Bar Association
Texas State Bar
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Professional Recognition

Peer Review Rated AV® Preeminent™ in Martindale-Hubbell (AV®, BV® and CV® are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.)

Professional Affiliations

National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) of Oregon & Southwest Washington, Associate Board Member
Multnomah County Bar Association
American Bar Association

Publications

Proving and Defending Claims on Construction Projects, in Construction Law (Oregon State Bar, Legal Publications, 2011)

Related Employment

Assistant District Counsel for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, 1974–75
Assistant District Counsel for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District, 1975–77