Ronald H Elzinga

Ronald H Elzinga

also known as Ronn Elzinga

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Ethics and professional responsibility Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Personal Injury, Bankruptcy & Debt

1020 SW Taylor St #888, Portland, OR

About Ronald

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Ethics and Professional Responsibility 50%

When a lawyer malpractices on your case, I get you the results you deserve

50%
Personal Injury 35%

I handle personal injury matters including car crashes, bicycle injuries, and dog bite cases

35 years | 450 cases

35%
Bankruptcy and Debt 15%

I negotiate settlements with creditors, help you rebuild your credit score, and file for Chapter 7 protection.

35 years | 500 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 34 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1991

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Ronald H Elzinga

1020 SW Taylor St #888, Portland, OR, 97205

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Ronald H Elzinga's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

112 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 20 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Carolyn | March 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney

It's been a long time

OUTSTANDING and a lover of the Lord! Eternally grateful for your help and legal support on three different matters.

Posted by Maria | June 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Great Attorney

Full disclosure: I've known Ronn for a long time now. But he helped us with our bankruptcy and there was never any judgement only compassionate help. I'd recommend him to ANYONE.

Posted by Karen | February 04, 2025 | Estate Planning

Focused, Helpful, Kind

Ron recently advised me on the phone about an estate matter. He was smart, clear, warm, humble and kind in advising on some technical issues which helped me move forward with next steps. My husband and I are glad to have him as an anchor attorney on our side and in our court.

Posted by Irakli | December 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Malpractice case

My family and I hired Mr.Elzinga to handle our legal malpractice case . We are very thankful for results. Don’t think twice. Let him handle your case. I am a client forever.

Posted by anonymous | August 30, 2024

Simple, straightfoward advice

Ronn helped give much needed context to a legal matter I was investigating and pointed me in the right direction to solve it. Thanks Ronn, you’re the best!

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Ronald H Elzinga's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tony Aiello

Litigation lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ronn and I worked on a case together on opposite sides. As a new attorney, many more experienced attorneys will take advantage of or push new attorneys, exploiting their relative inexperience. This was not Ronn. He was professional, courteous, and quick to respond to telephone calls and e-mails. At our first scheduling conference, he took the time to introduce me to the Court and the other attorneys waiting in the queue to welcome me to the bar. As my first opposing counsel, I hope that all my future opposing counsels will be half as professional, and I hope to have him as opposing counsel again!"

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Matthew Rizzo

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronn is excellent attorney and passionate about what he does. He is a leader in the legal community. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Jack Dekovich

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronn is an icon in the Portland legal community. Not only does Ronn advocate for his clients' rights in the courtroom but he also works hard everyday to protect the liberty of every Oregonian through his tireless work with the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association. Ronn is one of the most approachable and kind attorneys I have every met."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Erin Lufkin

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronn is a fantastic attorney in our community. He advocates strongly for his clients and he is very knowledgeable in his practice areas. I highly recommend him."

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Donald Jacobs

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Ron Elzinga on injury cases and he's thorough, conscientious and professional. I've also referred cases to Ron because I know he does a good job."

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Joseph Di Bartolomeo

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronn is the kind of lawyer that makes you proud to be in the profession. He is a thoughtful and honest advocate. He puts his clients first, always acting in their best interest."

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Benjamin Falk

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronn is a very knowledgeable attorney with over 20 years experience, and active member in the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association. I have no hesitation in recommending him to help protect the rights of a person injured due to the negligence of another, and to ensure that the injured person receives full and fair compensation through the tools available in our American civil justice system."

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Thomas D'Amore

General practice lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronn is an experienced attorney with remarkable diversity in his skills and practice. I’m confident that he does his best for all of his clients, and I would highly recommend him."

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Richard Rizk

Car accident lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Levinson

Litigation lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ronn has provided litigation assistance for my business clients. Ronn is an excellent litigator. He provides thorough analysis of the matter and extremely competent legal counsel. My clients have been very pleased with his litigation prowess and demeanor."

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Kara Govro

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronn is a great attorney and also a great human being. He works hard for his clients and if I were involved in an accident I would fully trust him to get me the best award."

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Michael Tooley

Criminal defense lawyer

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Colin McHugh

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Johnson

Personal injury lawyer

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Willow Hillman

Personal injury lawyer

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Wesley Garcia

Family lawyer

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Thomas Cunningham

Estate planning lawyer

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Lewis Farmer

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michelle Freed

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Jack Dekovich

Family lawyer

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Matthew Aylworth

Debt collection lawyer

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Donald Jacobs

Personal injury lawyer

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Benjamin Falk

Car accident lawyer

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Joseph Di Bartolomeo

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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Judy Snyder

Employment and labor lawyer

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Richard Rizk

Litigation lawyer

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David Gannett

Divorce and separation lawyer

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William Meyer

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas D'Amore

Personal injury lawyer

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Gregory Levinson

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Kara Govro

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Pro Bono Award, Debtor-Creditor Section, Legal Aid Services of Oregon

1993

Heritage Club, YMCA

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Founder and Owner, Elzinga & Associates LLC

1994 - 2000

Founding Partner, Meyer, Elzinga & Gannett PC

1990 - 1994

Associate Attorney, Bailey & Wolf PC

Associations

2014 - Present

American Association for Justice

member

1995 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Past President

1991 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Phi Alpha Delta

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

IN RE: CRESCENT RESOURCES, LLC, et al

Duke/Crescent Resources was granted a bankruptcy discharge

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Education

1990

Northwestern School of Law at Lewis & Clark

Juris Doctor

1983

St Mary's College of California

Teaching Degree

1982

New College Berkeley

MA - Masters

1981

Seattle Pacific University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

How To Do This Business Called Law

Advanced Business Marketing For Lawyer

2017

How To Do This Business Called Law

Business Marketing for Lawyer

Publications

2017

Trial Lawyer (OTLA) DIY Legal Marketing

2016

Book Providing Clear Answers To Confusing and Complex Bankruptcy Questions

2015

SIDEBAR Guardian Spotlight

Languages

English

Activity

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