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Craig Matthew Hopkins

also known as The Hopkins Law Firm, P.C.
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Avvo Rating9.5
  • Lake Oswego, OR
  • Licensed for 18 years
  • Free consultation
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About Craig

Craig was born on the east coast. At the age of 11, he moved with his family to Southern California where he lived until 2004. In 1982, he graduated from Chaminade College Preparatory and in 1986 from Loyola Marymount University, with a degree in psychology. After college, Craig worked for nearly 20 years for a Fortune 500 pharmaceutical company, first in sales and then in legal compliance. In 1998 Craig attended Southwestern University School of Law at night while maintaining his full time job during the day.

During law school, Craig worked as a certified law clerk for the Ventura County District Attorney. In his final year of law school, Craig left his job to focus exclusively on the practice of law. During that final year he clerked for the Hon. William D. Stewart in the Los Angeles County Superior Court and later for the Hon. Daniel A. Curry in the California Courts of Appeal.
Upon graduation, Craig was the recipient of several academic awards including being named to the Dean's List and earning the CALI "Excellence for the Future" Awards in both Criminal Law and Evidence.

Following law school, Craig fulfilled a lifelong dream and moved to the glorious state of Oregon where he was privileged to work for the State Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General in Salem. In 2005, Craig moved to Portland to fulfill another dream by opening his own law practice.

Craig has a reputation in the community for being straightforward, reasonable and effective. In addition to maximizing recoveries for his clients suffering personal injury, Craig also handles criminal matters in an effective and confidential manner.

Craig's personal life is filled with the things he enjoys. Golfing (poorly), camping, backpacking, lifting weights, listening to live music, taking trips to the coast, reading and cheering for New England Patriots.

Craig does not screen his calls, try him and he's likely to answer.

Practice areas

  1. Personal injury: 60%

    Personal Injury of all types.

    17 years, 150 cases

  2. Car accident: 35%

    17 years, 150 cases

  3. Wrongful death: 5%

    17 years, 2 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

The Hopkins Law Firm, P.C.

5200 SW Meadows Road.
Suite 150
Lake Oswego, OR, 97035

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    DCAdministratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues200502/11/2021
    ORActive200405/15/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers371
    Legal guides2
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Excellent Rating - Personal InjuryAVVO2015
    Top Contributor - Personal InjuryAVVO2015
    Client's Choice - Personal InjuryAVVO2015
    Superb Rating - Personal InjuryAVVO2015
    Client's Choice - Personal InjuryAVVO2012
    Dean's ListSouthwestern University School of Law2001
    AmJur - EvidenceSouthwestern University School of Law2001
    Award for Excellence for the Future - Criminal LawCALI2001
    Award for Excellence for the Future - Criminal LawCALI2000
    AmJur - Criminal LawSouthwestern University School of Law1999
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    OwnerThe Hopkins Law Firm, P.C.2006 - Present
    AAGState of Oregon, Department of Justice2004 - 2006
    Legal Compliance OfficerSmithKline Beecham Clinical Laboratories1991 - 2003
    Marketing RepresentativeAnheuser-Busch, Inc1986 - 1991
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Mother and Child 501(c)(3)Board of Directors2017 - Present
    Better Business BureauMember - A+ Rating2008 - Present
    Multnomah County Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
    Clackamas County Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
    Washington County Bar AssociationMember2005 - Present
    Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2004 - Present
    Oregon State BarMember2004 - Present
    District of Columbia BarMember2004 - Present
    General Society of Mayflower DescendantsMember2004 - Present
    Sons of the American Revolution - Gold Country ChapterChancellor2000 - Present
    Oregon State Bar, Public Service Advisory CommitteeChairperson2006 - 2007
    Oregon State Bar, Health Law SectionSecretary/Treasurer2005 - 2007
    Oregon State Bar, Public Service Advisory CommitteeSecretary/Treasurer2005 - 2006
    American Bar AssociationMember1999 - 2005
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Thompson WestAdvanced Criminal Procedure2006
    Lexis Nexis PublishingExculpatory Evidence: The Accused's Constitutional Right to Introduce Favorable Evidence1996
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Southwestern University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2002
    Loyola Marymount UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1986
    Chaminade College PreparatoryDiploma1982
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    SW Business ProfessionalsDefamation Basics2015
    Public Service AdvisoryChallenging PIP IMEs2007
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    MaukSubstantial settlement
    ShertzerJury Verdict: $209,000
    NadeneSubstantial settlement
    NazneenSettled for policy limits and UIM
    FriedmanSettled for policy limits and UIM

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    Attorney endorsements

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    Lawyer Kristin L Olson

    Kristin Olson, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 17, 2015
    Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

    Craig was on the other side of a lengthy personal injury trial with multiple plaintiffs that I defended in Linn County. Craig was pleasant to work with, and zealously advocated for his clients. Craig is a hard worker. Finally, in this day and age of increasingly dwindling trials, Craig actually has trial experience. That is incredibly valuable for his clients.

    Lawyer Ruben Patricio Ruiz

    Ruben Ruiz, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 4, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have consulted with Mr. Hopkins on many personal injury matters over the years. He excels at evaluating cases and getting high settlements for his clients. He has assisted me over the years with his advice on settlement negotiations.

    Lawyer Walter Rudolph Hnot, III

    Walter Hnot,, Car accident Attorney on Apr 12, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Craig is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

    Lawyer Nicole K. Levy

    Nicole Levy, Car accident Attorney on Mar 29, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this attorney, whose reputation and credentials speak for themselves.

    Lawyer Sandi Pellikaan

    Sandi Pellikaan, Unknown Attorney on Oct 5, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer David N Lesh

    David Lesh, Car accident Attorney on Sep 7, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Craig is a terrific lawyer and a great person.

    Lawyer Summer Gomillion Walker

    Summer Walker, Car accident Attorney on Sep 4, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Hopkins is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Bryan Robert Smith

    Bryan Smith, Car accident Attorney on Aug 29, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Craig Hopkins' honesty and cut-to-the-chase legal analysis are hallmarks in a good lawyer. I would recommend Mr. Hopkins for my friends in Oregon.

    Lawyer H. Scott Aalsberg

    H. Aalsberg, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 22, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    It's simple if you have a persona injury case you can choose from thousands of lawyer. But if you need to Win you need to choose Craig M. Hopkins. He is simply a Superb Lawyer and thus I endorse him.

    Lawyer Mark V. Clay

    Mark Clay, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 22, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly endorse Mr. Hopkins. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.

    Lawyer Loren L Gold

    Loren Gold, Unknown Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Hopkins represents his clients with passion and compassion which set him apart in the legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Brian M Torba

    Brian Torba, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    It is clear from the extensive, thoughtful, and compassionate posts that Craig not only is extremely knowledgeable and competent in his practice, but also someone you can trust. I endorse the attorney.

    Lawyer Chris Matthew Limberopoulos

    Chris Limberopoulos, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 19, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Craig is an exceptional lawyer, highly respected by his peers and an invaluable member of the AVVO community.

    Lawyer Jason Alexander Richman

    Jason Richman, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 18, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer whose professional skill and deportment alike set him apart from many other members of the bar in these days when jingles and slogans are more important than skillful zealous representation of client interests.

    Lawyer Brian L. Yorke

    Brian Yorke, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 17, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer John Michael Phillips

    John Phillips, Unknown Attorney on Aug 15, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Lawyers who donate time on sites like this have a passion for the law and a compassion for the people they serve. Kudos.

    Lawyer Adam A Studnicki

    Adam Studnicki, Unknown Attorney on Aug 15, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Craig is a great lawyer who genuinely takes interest in the welfare of his clients. He is highly respected in the legal community.

    Lawyer Howard M Lewis

    Howard Lewis, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 15, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. attorney Hopkins is an outstanding attorney whom I highly recommend.

    Lawyer Christian K. Lassen II

    Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Aug 11, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Craig is a top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

    Lawyer Matthew I. Tourtlotte

    Matthew Tourtlotte, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 11, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Craig Hopkins has an excellent reputation in the legal community. He offers sound legal advice to his clients and serves them well. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation.

    Lawyer Job Leo Herrera

    Job Herrera, Car accident Attorney on Aug 8, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hopkins' skill and qualifications in handling legal issues is apparent in his responses to the questions posted on this site. Keep up the good work Mr. Hopkins!

    Lawyer Sasha Bojat

    Sasha Bojat, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 8, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. He is well versed in law, experienced and never afraid to take on a challenging case. Mr. Hopkins is known in the personal injury community as an attorney who obtains high settlements and verdicts for his clients.

    Cost

    RATES
    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.33%-40%
    PAYMENT METHODS

    Cash, Check, Credit Card