Lee Ann Donaldson represents all her clients with an in-depth understanding of the legal system of Oregon that few lawyers can claim. Having worked for all three branches of government in Oregon, Lee Ann brings a well-rounded perspective to solving her clients’ problems. Whether it’s an injured person needing someone to take on the hurdles of personal injury lawsuit or a business resolving a contract dispute, Lee Ann takes the time to immerse herself in the problem to obtain an optimum result.
Before joining the Nichols Law Group, Lee Ann served as a clerk to three presiding judges of Multnomah County Circuit Court. There, she helped update and maintain the supplementary local rules and guide members of the public and bar in their practices with the court. She has shared her knowledge by presenting several times for members of the MBA and NALS of Portland.
Lee Ann is currently serving on the Oregon State Bar Board of Governors, and served as the Oregon State Bar President for 2023. Lee Ann is also a member of the Oregon Women Lawyers Multnomah Bar Association, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, and American Association of Justice. She has served on the OWLS Roberts Deiz Award Committee and Leadership Committee, the MBA Court Liaison Committee, and currently serves on the MBA Judicial Selection Committee. In her spare time, Lee Ann reads pool-side romance novels, and enjoys making memories with her teacher husband and charming young son.