Scott F Kocher

Scott F Kocher

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 24 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Wrongful Death ... +6 more

www.forumlawgroup.com, 811 SW Naito Parkway, Suite 420, Portland, OR

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Car Accident 35%

I represent people hurt in crashes of all modes, including walking, cycling, and motorcycle injuries and wrongful death cases.

35%
Personal Injury 35%

Pedestrian, bicycle and automobile collision injuries; Child and elder abuse; product defects; serious personal injury and wrongful death.

35%
Wrongful Death 10%

We are highly experienced assisting families in wrongful death cases, which most commonly involve roadway collisions, but include premises liability, defective products and other areas.

10%
Litigation 5%

Includes local counsel and associated counsel work, and class actions.

5%
Medical Malpractice 5%

Our low volume medical negligence practice focuses on work with experienced doctors who can ensure all of our cases have merit and can establish breach of the standard of care and causation as necessary.

5%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 5%

We won what I believe is still Oregon’s largest verdict against a nursing home for abuse or neglect, and are highly experienced evaluating and advising in these difficult situations.

5%
Animal and Dog Bites 2%

Dog bite cases are a continuing but fortunately small percentage of our cases.

2%
Mesothelioma and Asbestos 2%

We typically provide local client service and associate with the best national counsel in mesothelioma and other asbestos cases, an approach that results in substantial benefit and no additional cost to the client.

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oregon for 24 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Forum Law Group LLC

www.forumlawgroup.com, 811 SW Naito Parkway, Suite 420, Portland, OR, 97204. 503-445-2100

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Scott F Kocher's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Brittany | September 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Above and beyond

Scott and his team went above and beyond to handle our case and make sure we were cared for. They were incredibly competent and compassionate. The firm's attention to detail was so appreciated and they made this process as smooth as possible.

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Review Scott Kocher

When my daughter got a bad car accident, it was so terrible for our family, we got help from the Forum Law Group, Scott Kocher and his paralegal, John Steinkamp worked with a very professional skill, knowledge, experience to help us through a hard time. They came to my house during the pandemic to e...xplain very clearly about the case and guided us through the process to reach a good settlement. They also worked with the kindness and compassion, whenever we got the medical bill, I felt so stressful then I let them know, John had always followed the case answered me with warm and nice answering, made me felt less stress and less worry. It took almost 2 years for the case, but they were so patient to follow it and tried the best to help us as much as they could thus the settlement was good more than our expectation. I and my family would appreciate Scott and John very much and always. We highly recommend them to everyone.

Posted by Erik | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

A huge help, in more ways than one.

I was involved in a bike/car accident that racked up a lot of medical bills from surgery and rehab. I really didn't know what to do, or who to talk to. Scott's knowledge of this area was extremely helpful and comforting. He answered a lot of questions I had, and helped me through the entire proces...s of recovery. Scott and his team not only helped me negotiate a settlement, but also took care of all the billing headaches, and helped me understand how the whole process worked. They took over as the point of contact for all medical and insurance inquiries, which let me focus on my recovery, and made the logistics a lot less stressful. I truly hope I'm never in this situation again, but if I am, I will definitely be calling Scott.

Posted by Lynn | September 08, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding!

Tom and Scott put me at ease the very first time I met them. This was the first time I have been involved in a law suit and consequently I had a lot of questions and concerns. They were both very patient and exceptionally knowledgeable. My calls and emails were always answered promptly and professi...onally. I am very pleased with the outcome of my case. Tina, the paralegal, was outstanding also. I would highly recommend Forum Law Group. On a scale of 1-5, I would give Forum Law Group a 5.

Posted by Brenda | January 31, 2013 | Litigation

Far Above and Beyond our Expectations

Scott Kocher made our nightmare battle with a title company all work out. We knew nothing about protocols, procedures, best practices, or the psychology of presenting our side of a dispute, but Scott knew. He was the most thorough person we've ever worked with. Every detail was thought of and deal...t with, including many that we didn't know existed. Our case required him to learn new background, which he seemed to do instantaneously, thinking of and mastering detailed questions. As it happened, the completeness of our "package" to the title company was what won the day. He called us from vacation, late in the evening, and while obviously busy with demanding family ties. He was never too busy for us. His advice on how we should proceed was always sound. His instructions on what information we should gather was detailed and precise, yet clear. His tone and demeanor were always upbeat, though he kept us grounded in the reality of possibly losing the case. But we won, and we're forever grateful for his help. We cannot say enough great things about Scott.

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Scott. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Andrew Harris

Litigation lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Scott for years and have been constantly impressed with his robust knowledge of Oregon laws and civil procedure, which is balanced out by a down to earth and humble personality. He is an extremely sincere and kind individual who regularly goes out of his way to help others."

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Jennifer Coughlin

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Scott is an intelligent, hard-working attorney who is not afraid to take on tough cases. He is genuinely interested in his clients and making sure that they get the absolute best possible result. I would wholeheartedly refer cases to him."

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Brian Mazzola

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Scott was local counsel for me in a products liability case that I had in Oregon. If I ever need counsel in Oregon again, I know who to call. He is a fantastic trial lawyer. I unequivocally endorse this lawyer."

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Barry Wallis

Litigation lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kocher is probably the smartest lawyer I have met. Few attorneys possess his compelling passion for accuracy, truthfulness and honesty. His deep commitment to the profession and his remarkable knowledge of the law are the hallmarks of a truly great lawyer. If you have the opportunity to see him in the courtroom you will not be disappointed. Mr. Kocher is one of Oregon’s finest attorneys."

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Joshua Shulman

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott Kocher is hard-working, extremely smart, and a caring human being. We practice in the same field, so I suppose that technically he is a "competitor," but I would never think of him that way. Instead, I think of him as a great lawyer to whom I would recommend a friend or family member with confidence. I recommend him most highly."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

N/A

Recognition for pro bono services, Oregon State Bar and Multnomah Bar Association (multiple years)

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Forum Law Group LLC

2006 - 2013

Partner, Vangelisti Kocher LLP

2001 - 2006

Associate, Stoel Rives

Associations

2001 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2009 - 2009

OSB Products Liability Section

Chair

Sample of Legal Cases

[Patient] v. Osteotech, Inc.

not disclosed

Plant v. Sportsstuff, Inc

not disclosed

Stephan v. Avamere Health Services, et al

Jury verdict: $904,200.00

Steele v. Pergo, Inc

not disclosed

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Education

2001

Harvard Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Harvard College

A.B. magna cum laude

Speaking Engagements

2010

Oregon State Bar CLE

Fact Investigation in Personal Injury Caes

2008

Oregon State Bar CLE

Bicycle Law

2007

Oregon State Bar CLE

Bicycle Law

2006

Oregon State Bar CLE

Fact Investigation in Personal Injury Caes

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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