Rodney K. "Rod" Norton
About Rodney K. Norton
Rodney K. Norton is a lawyer based in Newberg, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Rodney K. Norton is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Newberg, Oregon
- Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Norton Eidson PC
Education: Willamette University, J.D., graduated 1977 and Washington State University, B.A., graduated 1974
Location: Newberg, OR
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