Michael O Stevens

Michael O Stevens

also known as Mike Stevens

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Hillsboro, OR
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Personal Injury, Litigation ... +2 more

3400 NE John Olsen Ave, Suite 200, Hillsboro, OR

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 50%

Back pay disputes, breach of employment contract, constructive termination, discrimination, and final pay check issues.

13 years | 150 cases

50%
Personal Injury 20%

Includes slip and falls, falls related to steps and stairs, fires, flooding, wrongful death, and even assault.

16 years | 150 cases

20%
Litigation 15%

Successful traffic court defense, gun rights restoration, expungement, and civil litigation negotiations. Includes hundreds of personal injury cases.

16 years | 800 cases

15%
Corporate and Incorporation 10%

Entity formation, renewals, and dissolution.

17 years | 125 cases

10%
Car Accident 5%

Motor vehicle accidents, truck accidents, pedestrians, and motorcycles.

16 years | 650 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 275-450 per hour

Contingency

20%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 16 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Stevens & Legal, LLC

3400 NE John Olsen Ave, Suite 200, Hillsboro, OR, 97124

Stevens & Legal

541 Willamette Street, Suite 301, Eugene, OR, 97401

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Michael O Stevens's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by S. | May 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fast and REALLY smart

Had to sue a company for a pay issue. When doing research myself, I thought I could get a certain amount in small claims. Then I went on avvo to verify that I was right about a few details. Other attorneys said I was wrong, then Michael noticed it and we exchanged some emails and I went and met with ...him. I ended up getting about 10 times what I thought I would get in small claims court. Of course, various attorney fees needed to come out of that, but still MUCH more than I expected. Soon after that started, I needed to do similar to another company. Michael assisted with that and Michael absolutely destroyed them just like he did the first. If you need an attorney for any business matters, this is your guy. There's one review that complained about his lack of communication but, guess what guys, he's a lawyer. He's busy. He's got other jobs besides you. That said, I never had an issue with him not replying to emails. I'm pretty sure the guy works 24/7 and doesn't sleep because something he'd email me in the middle of the night. Don't waste your time with other attorneys. Start here.

Posted by Kat | April 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

I wouldn't want to sit across from him

Michael was great from start to finish! He is very knowledgeable, detailed, personable, and a straight shooter, which makes it easy to trust him. I felt like my case mattered and that he got to know me. At one point he said he had a 'smoking gun' and told me not to go looking because he knows that's ...exactly what I was going to do. During the deposition he was calm and held his demeanor while proving the defendant was lying multiple times, shocking even the defense attorney with things he had dug up. It was actually fun to watch. I trust him so much I've gone to him about other issues and he is my first and only recommendation for anyone that might need him in their corner.

Michael Stevens

Replied last April 02, 2020

Thanks Kat.

Posted by anonymous | April 02, 2020 | Employment & Labor

Took time to listen

I called Mr. Stevens office for some counsel about a situation I was having at my workplace. Firstly, I was a bit nervous calling, it’s not every day I need to speak with a lawyer... but Kim, who answered the phone, was very friendly and courteous and made me feel at ease. When talking to Mr. St...evens I felt like he really took time to listen to me and thoroughly understand my situation. He was friendly, courteous and fully engaged in the conversation. Lots of Q&A I felt he had my best interest in mind and gave me some great Insight. I am still deciding what to do but if I go forward I will definitely be hiring him as my lawyer. I feel complete confidence in his ability to represent my case. Thank you Michael and Kim for outstanding service!!!

Michael Stevens

Replied last April 02, 2020

And thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

Posted by Kevin | September 20, 2017 | Personal Injury

Very helpful consult

I talked with Michael over an hour on the phone about all the different variables involved in my potential "personal injury" case. He was 100% transparent with me and based off what he told me, it didn't make the most sense for me to hire an attorney. That's honestly right there, I trust Michael. ...When and if I am in a situation where I definitely need to hire an attorney in the future, I will keep Michael in mind.

Posted by Michael | April 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Excellent Lawyer

My wife was involved in a horrific crime April, 2014 involving teens throwing a cinder block over off a overpass smashing through our windshield hitting her in the face. I hired Herron Law firm to look for compensation in different areas, the case remained stagnant till they added Michael to their fi...rm. Once Michael was on board we had two separate settlements within 6 months. Now a little over two years later he is still fighting for compensation in areas I desired originally. He works extremely hard and is completely dedicated to his clients success. He continously provides us with updates on the case and pushes us in the right direction in all our decisions. If you need a solid lawyer that will work hard and fast hire Michael.

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Michael O Stevens's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Wilson

Litigation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Heidi Mandler-Huff

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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TeAnna Rice

Employment and labor lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Very diligent."

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Michael Doland

Corporate and incorporation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The answers of Mr. Stevens are accurate, analytic, and very pragmatic. These are exactly the qualities that every business client would look for when hiring an attorney."

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Scottie Leming

Car accident lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Blackton

Unknown lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Other

"Michael's published answers to legal questions about employment law and landlord-tenant law are succinct and very helpful for the person asking the question. I am happy to endorse this attorney."

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Frank Shaughnessy

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Stevens. He is a hard working lawyer and that is what clients need in their corner."

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Gregory Cade

Car accident lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Stevens is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."

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Joseph Edmondson

Copyright infringement lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael was invaluable as support counsel on a copyright infringement matter that was litigated through trial."

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Dani Mouri

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. This lawyer is intelligent, caring, and he has a great legal mind. In the matters we worked on together in the past, I always valued his perspective, and he has helped me obtain good results for my own clients."

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David Silva

Unknown lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Sommer

Unknown lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rachel London

Contracts and agreements lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Karim Arzadi

Litigation lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"prolific and insightful contributor here at Avvo. Mr. Stevens's numerous endorsements demonstrate that he is a lawyer who has earned the respect of his peers. I endorse this lawyer."

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Jim Vogele

Employment and labor lawyer

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John Tyner

Unknown lawyer

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Katelyn Skinner

Probate lawyer

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TeAnna Rice

Employment and labor lawyer

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Katherine Goodman

Personal injury lawyer

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Isaac Alley

Immigration lawyer

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Gregory Abbott

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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David Madden

Intellectual property lawyer

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Kiren Rockenstein

Business lawyer

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Robert Mauger

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Frank Shaughnessy

Unknown lawyer

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Joseph Edmondson

Intellectual property lawyer

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Paul Sommer

Unknown lawyer

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Robert Wilson

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Peter Werner

Unknown lawyer

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Jay Bodzin

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Carl Crowell

Copyright infringement lawyer

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Thomas Stringer

Estate planning lawyer

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Vincent Chiappetta

Intellectual property lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers Association - Top 25, The National Trial Lawyers

2024

Wage & Hour Trial Lawyers Association - Top 10, The National Trial Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

10 Best Law Firms - Oregon, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2017

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

Recipient, Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Top Contributor, Avvo

2016

Certificate of Completion, Oregon Trial Advocacy College

2015

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2008

Editor of the Month, Willamette Law Online

1994

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Stevens & Legal, LLC

2010 - 2010

Attorney, Hall Law Firm

2010 - 2015

Field Legal, Liberty Mutual Group

2009 - 2015

Attorney, Solo Practioner

2008 - 2009

Editor, Willamette Law Online

Associations

2021 - Present

Oregon State Bar, House of Delegates

Member

2021 - Present

Oregon State Bar, House of Delegates

Member

2017 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Litigation Section

Member

2016 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2016 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

The National Trial Lawyers

Member

2009 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Intellectual Property Section

Member

2018 - 2020

Gus J. Solomon American Inn of Court

Member

2016 - 2017

American Society of Legal Advocates

Member

2015 - 2018

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2010

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2019

Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers Division

Member

1997 - 2010

Phi Alpha Theta

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Kemper v. Burrows Equipment LLC

Settled for $100,000

Schuster v. Sunset Tanning

Judgment of $21,750.50 in favor of client

Kemper v. Bruce Chevrolet

Settled for $60,000

Schaefer v. Invents Company LLC et al

Default judgment of $113,450.

L.R. v. D.L., et al.

Settled

J.P. v. Allstate

Insurance company accepted the claim.

Y.L. v. R.H.

Settled

J.W. v. J.P.

Settled

J.L. v. City of Hillsboro

Settled for $71,596

R.K. v. J.S.

Settled

L.T. v. J.G.

Settled for policy limits

D.J. v. K.G.

Settled

A.G. v. A.S.R.

Settled for the policy limits.

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Education

2009

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Oregon State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2016

Art+Feminism 2016 Eugene Meet Up Primer on Copyright

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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