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James D Huegli
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Biography
James Huegli is a nationally recognized trial lawyer and advocate, beginning practice in 1972 in Portland, Oregon. He brings a unique practice that gives him the opportunity to see all sides of an issue and comfortably move the parties to common ground. A solution to conflict is always available when the right balance and perspective is delivered.
Law Practice and Mediation
Mr. Huegli has represented such major companies as Ford Motor Co., Fred Meyers, Remington Arms, Toro Corporation, Key Bank, Weyerhaeuser, Boise Cascade, SDS Lumber and Lamb Weston and many more. Mr. Huegli has also represented numerous physicians, both in direct malpractice actions and as general counsel for excess liability. He has litigated on behalf of Insurance Company of North America, Liberty Mutual, State Farm, Safeco, Allstate, CNA, CIGNA, Heritage, The Hartford, Farmers Insurance Group, Industrial Indemnity and others.
Mr. Huegli, as a plaintiff’s lawyer, secured the largest wrongful death verdict in Oregon, in a case involving a helicopter crash into Crater Lake, and followed with a successful defense of the appeal through the Ninth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals. Mr. Huegli also obtained the largest malpractice award in Massachusetts for a case involving sexual abuse of a patient by a Harvard psychiatrist.
Mr. Huegli’s extensive trial experience involves an equal balance between plaintiff and defense work, embracing insurance defense, workers- compensation, construction litigation, fidelity and surety litigation, commercial litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, legal malpractice and aviation law. He has tried to conclusion over 200 cases and has mediated for over 20 years.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-40%
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Licensed in Washington for 5 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Idaho for 16 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 53 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of James D Huegli
101 SW Main St., Suite 1900, Portland, OR, 97204
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Posted by Ralph | May 27, 2014 | Securities & Investment Fraud
Personal Review
Mr. Huegli is the finest attorney I have ever known. He has an uncanny ability to research and locate all evidence and put forth the finest preparation for trial. He represented us in the successful prosecution of an individual fraudulently promoting himself as a financial advisor to an elderly mem...
Posted by David | April 23, 2013 | Personal Injury
A Voice of Reason
Mr. Huegli has served as a mediator in several complex medical malpractice cases we were handling. The effort and energy was outstanding but more important was his vast experience and knowledge which became clearly apparent as he broke down the complex medicine and issues in the case. Amazing how ...
Posted by Stephen | April 22, 2013 | Civil Rights
Strong review for Jim Huegli!
I've been an attorney for 36 years. Jim volunteered to help me with one of my larger civil rights cases. It involved issues of law that he hadn't dealt with before. He quickly learned the law, and then used his talent, experience, and trial expertise to help us win. Jim is one of the best attorneys ...
James D Huegli's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is a top notch attorney and i would recommend him to anyone."
"Terrific arbitrator and mediator!! I endorse this lawyer."
"I've used Jim on several mediations. Jim does an excellent job. His style is evaluative, which allows each side to see the weaknesses in their case, a benefit even if the case does not settle, which is unlikely with Jim running the mediation."
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jim is a fantastic lawyer. I have seen him get outstanding results in cases that others thought were not worth fighting."
"James Huegli enjoys a stellar reputation in our legal community as a fearless yet compassionate litigator for his clients. Very few lawyers have achieved the level of success James has. He is a gentleman highly respected by others and much sought after by clients in need."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jim is an outstanding litigator with years of experience and proven litigation results."
"James has a sterling reputation in the Oregon legal community as a civil litigator and all around great attorney. James Huegli has had over 200 trials in his decades long career and is well respected in the legal community amongst his peers and judges alike. If you believe that you have a personal injury claim or have been the victim of medical malpractice, you could find no finer attorney in Oregon than James Huegli to handle your case. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"I am proud to have the privilege to practice with and endorse my Dad. His career speaks for itself. He treats every client and case as if they are the only case he has. He puts enormous amounts of time, energy and emotion in to every case. His philosophy is to out prepare opposing counsel and he does just that."
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Experience
Honors
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
6.1 Challenge Award, Idaho State Bar
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Huegli Fraser Law
1988 - 2012
Attorney, James D. Huegli PC
1972 - 1988
Partner, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt
Associations
1993 - Present
International Academy of Trial LawyersFellow
1992 - Present
American Inns of CourtBarrister
American Arbitration Association
Certified Arbitrator
Oregon Court of Appeals
Certified Mediator
International Academy of Trial Lawyers
Fellow
Idaho State Federal Bar Executive Committee
Secretary
Idaho Lawyers Assistance Committee
Member
Casa Volunteer Lawyer
Owen M. Panner American Inn of Court
1984 - 1996
Portland Rose FestivalDirector
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate of Edward Tulleners v. American Eurocopter
Jury award: $29 million
Medical Malpractice
$10,000,000 settlement
Medical Malpractice
$4,000,000 settlement
Bad Faith Insurance Claim
$10,000,000 jury verdict
Wrongful Death
$2,100,000 jury verdict
Sexual Abuse
$1,900,000 jury verdict
Sexual Abuse
$1,800,000
Sexual Abuse
$1,700,000
Wrongful Death
$485,000 jury verdict
Wrongful Death
$2,300,000 settlement
Medical Malpractice
$1,600,000
Wrongful Death
$1,500,000 settlement
Sexual Abuse
$1,400,000 settlement
Wrongful Death
$1,000,000 settlement
Sexual Abuse
$700,000
Education
1972
Willamette University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
Oregon State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Idaho Association of HR Managers
Employment Law Discrimination in the Workplace
1994
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
Injury by Animal
1994
Oregon Medical Association Conference
Charting to Avoid Litigation
1986
NW Human Resource Managers
Hearing Loss in the Workplace
1985
Oregon State Bar, Workers' Compensation Section
Workers Compensation Law
1984
Oregon State Bar, Workers' Compensation Section
Fidelity & Surety Law
Publications
1984
Schwabe, Williamson, Wyatt, Moore & Roberts
Bank Mergers: Which Fidelity Bond Covers the Loss?
N/A
Oregon Workers Compensation Law in Oregon
Chapter Author
N/A
Insurance Law in Oregon
Fidelity and Surety Section
Languages
English