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Joel D Sturm
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Biography
Joel Sturm is a dynamic litigator and trial attorney with experience handling the complexities of personal injury claims resulting in superior verdicts and awards.
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Licensed in Washington for 11 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 13 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Eder Sturm Eder
278 SW Arthur Street, Portland, OR, 97201
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Joel D Sturm's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Personal Injury (34)
Lawsuits & Disputes (29)
Car Accidents (22)
Insurance (15)
Litigation (4)
Medical Malpractice (3)
Trucking Accident (3)
Contracts & Agreements (2)
Arbitration (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Mediation (1)
Motorcycle Accident (1)
Wrongful Death (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (44)
Advocacy (43)
Recommendation (34)
Communication Style (22)
Professionalism (21)
General Knowledge (19)
Responsiveness (18)
Practice Area Knowledge (17)
Staff & Support (13)
Character & Conduct (12)
Compassion (10)
Trustworthiness (7)
Cost of Services (4)
Free Consultations (1)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 1 - 5 of 60 reviews | 5 stars
Posted by Hai | July 18, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend!
I had no idea my car crash case would become so complicated. I have an Oregon auto policy, but the crash was in Washington. The insurance company offered very little to resolve the case and I was so happy David Eder and his partners at Eder Sturm & Eder took my case. We filed a lawsuit, went throu...
Posted by WILLIAM | July 17, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend!
My son-in-law recommended I call David Eder after I was significantly injured in a motor vehicle crash. From the start, I recognized David and his partners had a plan to deal with a major trucking company's insurance adjusters and lawyers. My lawyers told me it was going to be a long fight but one ...
Posted by Oleg S | June 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Best Outcome Possible
Really appreciate Joel Sturm for working with me on my case and getting me through the process, it was a unbelievable outcome, anyone who wants to work with him I highly recommend , very professional and confident and the results show , thank you Joel
Posted by Jesse | June 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Do you need a new lawyer?
I highly recommend hiring Eder Sturm & Eder if you are injured in a car crash. David Eder was my lead attorney, but all of the lawyers worked on my case. David was accessible and worked hard on my behalf. Ultimately, he was able to hold the insurance companies accountable. I was able to focus on ...
Posted by Chris | April 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Great Team
The entire team at Eder Sturm Eder was phenomenally prepared at every step. They were extremely responsive and highly skilled in crafting the case, ensuring the greatest benefit to me, while maintaining the highest integrity in everything they did. I knew where we stood at every step through timely c...
Joel D Sturm's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joel has the skill, knowledge, and experience necessary to achieve great results for his clients. He is thoughtful, dedicated, and committed to his clients."
"I have served on an Executuve Board with Mr Strum since 2014. I am most impressed by his professionalism, integrity, commitment and intellect. I highly endorse him."
"I have known Joel professionally for several years. Joel is a very caring, passionate and intelligent attorney. He represents his clients with the utmost care and attention that the clients deserve."
"Joel is an excellent and well-respected litigator who has a passion for the legal profession. Joel's wide range of experience in both criminal and civil laws allows him to confront a variety of legal scenarios and obtain favorable results for his clients."
"Joel is a highly skilled, compassionate, and intelligent attorney. His positive energy is the driving force of his success. I highly endorse him."
"Joel is a smart, well versed lawyer. I have worked with Joel on various committees and projects over the years. Additionally, our firm has had Joel as opposing counsel on a few matters. Each time I work with Joel I am impressed by his candor, his depth of legal knowledge, and the hard work he puts forth for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great career thus far and I look forward to hearing about his future accomplishments."
Yvana Mols
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Jan 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Joel is a knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
"Smart, engaging and caring lawyer who helps fight for his clients' interests."
"Polite but tough! Talented trial lawyer with caring pesonality. Very few on the planet with his talent."
Experience
Honors
2019
Outstanding Young Alumni Award, University of Oregon School of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Trial Attorney, Law Office of Barry J. Goehler
2013 - 2015
Associate Attorney, The Gilroy Law Firm, PC
2013 - 2013
Associate Attorney, Brindle McCaslin & Lee, PC
2012 - 2013
Assistant Attorney, Beaverton City Attorney's Office
Associations
2019 - 2020
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers DivisionChair
2018 - 2019
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers DivisionChair Elect
2016 - 2017
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers DivisionChair, Law Related Education Subcommittee
2013 - 2016
Oregon State Bar, New Lawyers DivisionCLE Committee Co-Chair
Education
2012
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Gonzaga University
BA - Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
Speaking Engagements
2017
Fundamentals of Oregon Civil Trial Procedure
Taking and Defending Depositions
2015
Fundamentals of Oregon Civil Trial Procedure
E-Filing