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Biography
Author: "Recovering for Psychological Injuries," Second Ed. published by Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Member, Oregon Commission on Judicial Fitness and Disability, 1999-2006. Listed, Best Lawyers of America and Best of the U.S.; Oregon Trial Lawyers Association Distinguished Trial Lawyer 2005.
American College of Trial Lawyers; American Board of Trial Advocates (Member, State Executive Committee); International Society of Barristers; International Academy of Trial Lawyers.
Areas of Practice (5)
Serious Injury Claims
Personal Injury
Medical Malpractice
Automobile Accidents and Injuries
Criminal Defense
Education & Credentials
University Attended:
Pacific University, B.S., 1969
Law School Attended:
Willamette University, J.D., 1972
Year of First Admission:
1972
Admission:
1972, Oregon; 1972, U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon
Memberships:
Oregon State Bar (Vice President, 1986); Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (President, 1983); Western Trial Lawyers Association (President, 1985); The Association of Trial Lawyers of America (Member, Board of Governors, 1988-1991); Oregon Professional Liability Fund (Chairman, 1992).
Birth Information:
March 15, 1948
ISLN:
909212894
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Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available
Peer Reviews
4.9/5.0(1 review)
Legal Knowledge
4.9/5.0
Analytical Capability
4.9/5.0
Judgment
4.9/5.0
Communication
4.9/5.0
Legal Experience
4.9/5.0
4.0/5.0
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on 05/31/14
in Personal Injury
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