Please visit our web site . I represent people and families in personal injury and wrongful death cases. My specialties include pedestrian and bicycle law, and representation of foster children and other children in physical or sexual abuse and neglect cases. The remainder of my caseload is a general personal injury practice. The majority of my firm's cases are defended by large insurance companies that are trying to save money on claims at the expense of a person who is least able to afford it. I earned my J.D. at Harvard Law School in 2001. I volunteer with Oregon Walks, which is Oregon's pedestrian safety organization, and serve on the City of Portland Pedestrian Advisory Committee. In Portland, Oregon where I live, nearly one half of all traffic fatalities are people walking or using mobility devices. We need more advocacy and awareness to make our streets safe for everyone. I have served as a safe streets advocate in various capacities since 1992 when I served on what was then the Oregon Bicycle Advisory Committee. I enjoy competitive cycling (cat 2 road) and spending time with my family.
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Posted by Sarin | December 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Highly recommend!
Scott and his team were excellent in supporting our family after my husband injured his back. A serious injury that puts the primary income earner in your family out of work for several months with an uncertain future is very scary. From immediately following the accident through navigating the medic...
Posted by anonymous | March 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Professional, human and awesome team!
Scott provided me with plenty of time to explain what had happened (bike-car accident). His help was always professional presenting case status, options, possible ramifications but above all making sure the HUMAN aspect was always addressed as top priority. Scheduling touch points was easy and he mad...
Posted by Marci | December 17, 2020 | Personal Injury
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Our firm had the pleasure of working with Scott Kocher to get a swift and positive resolution for one of our clients. We would highly recommend this firm to help you with any personal injury matters!
Posted by Jimmy | December 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Highly recommended personal injury lawyer--professional and knowledgeable
Scott did a fantastic job on our personal injury case, and I highly recommend him and Forum Law Group. When we initially met with Scott, he was friendly and professional, and gave us an honest assessment of our case. Even though he told us there was some uncertainty about collecting a settlement, we ...
Posted by Maya | May 17, 2012 | Personal Injury
Excellent attorney!
I have nothing but respect and admiration for Scott Kocher and the law firm Vangelisti Kocher. Scott represented me in a personal injury case and did an outstanding job. I found him to be very knowledgeable about the law and adept at navigating the various insurance “systems” at play in my case. S...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Recognition for pro bono services, Oregon State Bar and Multnomah Bar Association (multiple years)
2013 - Present
Partner, Forum Law Group LLC
2006 - 2013
Partner, Vangelisti Kocher LLP
2001 - 2006
Associate, Stoel Rives
2001 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2009 - 2009
OSB Products Liability SectionChair
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Jury verdict: $904,200.00
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2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
A.B. magna cum laude
2010
Fact Investigation in Personal Injury Caes
2008
Bicycle Law
2007
Bicycle Law
2006
Fact Investigation in Personal Injury Caes
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