Local law
If you are in an accident outside your state you need to find a lawyer where the accident happened. I looked for a firm law Portland based and found a listing of attorneys that could be used if you are in an Oregon car accident. If you live in California but have an accident in Oregon you need an attorney who is licensed in Oregon to represent you. An oregon attorney can represent you in an Oregon court. So even though you live in California you need an Oregon attorney if you want representation on your case for car accident.