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Charles L. Powell
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Biography
Attorney Charles L. Powell has been practicing workers’ compensation law for more than 33 years. For the first 12 years of his career, Attorney Powell worked for Swartz & Campbell LLC in Philadelphia, where he represented both manufacturers and insurers. This experience gave him invaluable insight into the tactics these clients use in the courtroom to protect their financial interests. In 2003, founded his own firm, The Law Office of Charles L. Powell PLLC, where he has become a highly experienced workers’ compensation attorney for the injured workers of Vermont. He now dedicates his practice to the advocacy of these clients and has faced considerable corporate entities—such as Wal-Mart, General Electric, and Liberty Mutual—in open court in order to protect their interests. Attorney Powell is also the author of The Injured Workers’ Guide to Vermont Workers’ Compensation, which continues to be a valued resource among injured workers and their families in their time of need.
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Licensed in Vermont for 30 years
State: Vermont
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 42 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Charles L. Powell PLLC
-, White River Junction, VT, 05001
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Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Injured at at work and need guidance
Mr Powell is more than a workers comp attorney,he is a GENUINE person that cares about you and not just the case,he makes no false promises but does EXCATLY what he says!! If your injured through work no matter how well things seem to be going with insurance company i strongly recommend you contact M...
Posted by Kevin | February 17, 2010 | Personal Injury
Highly Knowledgeable
Attorney Powell is a very knowledgeable in injury law. He will work extremely hard to get what his clients deserve. He works FOR his clients, not the insurance industry, and he has his clients best interest in mind. I am very grateful for what Attorney Powell has done for me and my family.
Charles L. Powell's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've needed Chip's help with cases before. After explaining the facts of my case to Chip, he gave me specific, spot-on suggestions. I followed his advice and resolved everything very quickly—in what first appeared to be a real uphill battle. My client was ecstatic. Chip really knows what he's doing. I can't recommend him highly enough."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"After spending three weeks with Chip at Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College, I know that Chip is a man of integrity that any person would be lucky to have as their attorney. I highly endorse Chip."
"“Chip is an attorney who gets great results for his clients. I have worked with him on several occasions and he does a great job of getting recoveries for his clients. He is conscientious and works hard for his clients.”"
"Chip is a smart, creative, and dedicated trial lawyer. He does not represent insurance companies or big corporations. Instead, he is dedicated to helping real people with real injuries,and to holding accountable those who have negligently or recklessly hurt others. Chip cares about his clients, and works tirelessly to discover the truth of his client's injuries and how their lives have been changed. Insurance companies know that he will not back down or settle for anything less than full and fair compensation. I am very proud to recommend and endorse Chip Powell."
Glenn Jarrett
Elder law lawyer
Todd Schlossberg
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
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I consider the greatest awards referrals from satisfied clients,
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Charles L. Powell, PLLC
1995 - 2003
Attorney, Shillen Gray & Powell
1983 - 1995
Partner, Swartz, Campbell, LLC
Associations
1995 - Present
Vermont Association for JusticeMember
1995 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1995 - Present
Vermont Bar AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Michael Hall v. Safelite
Published Decision by Vermont Department of Labor in favor of client plus award of reasonable attorney fees and costs
Tuan Nguen v Best Foods Baking
Published decision by Vermont Department of Labor in favor of client affirming reasonableness of Oxycontin prescriptions for pain management
John Doe v Liberty Mutual Insurance
$800,000 settlement after formal hearing
Veillette v. Pompanoosuc Mills Cop (Liberty Mutual Insurance Company)
Published Decision and Order by Vermont Department of Labor in favor of client, with criticism of questionable exam technique seen on video of insurer's medical examiner
Westover v. North Country Hospital (AmTrust Group Insurance)
Decision and Order in favor of client
Jacobs v Metz (PMA Insurance and Gallagher Bassett Services)
Decision in favor of client
John Doe v Berkley Risk Administrators et al
Lump sum settlement
M.C. v Pennock Sales & Service and Comcast Corporation
Successful assertion of jurisdiction over insurer
J.D. v Putney Paper Company
Successful award of wage benefits
Michael Shea v Worcester Insurance Co., Harleysville Insurance Co.
Successful workers' compensation case
L.K. v. Mt. Ascutney Resort
1.2 million structured settlement
Desilets v Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Jury Verdicts for Clients
Education
1983
Villanova University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Dickinson College
Speaking Engagements
2013
Work Related Injuries Workshop, Waltham, MA
The Independent Medical Examination in Workers' Compensation
Publications
2011
Word Association Publishers
Injured Workers' Guide to Vermont Workers' Compensation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides