Benjamin O Falk

Benjamin O Falk

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 25 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Administrative Law, Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

4932 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR

About Benjamin

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 70%

Helping people injured by the negligence of another recover for losses including medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage.

25 years

70%
Administrative Law 10%

Litigation of hearings involving government agencies governed by the Oregon Administrative Rules, such as licensing boards, Department of Human Services, and Department of Motor Vehicles.

25 years

10%
Criminal Defense 10%

Making sure that people are protected against the extreme power of the state and government, and exercising the rights of the few to ensure the continued existence of the rights of the many.

25 years

10%
Divorce and Separation 10%

Helping people get fair and equitable treatment in the court system when dealing with one of the most difficult times in thier lives, and making sure they are protected.

25 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 24 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 25 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 2000

Retired/Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Falk Law Office

4932 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland, OR, 97206

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Benjamin O Falk's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by Donna | February 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal and Bankruptcy Cases

Mr. Falk has the ethics and integrity of a saint. He helped me pull through a criminal case without any flaws. He took the necessary steps to clear my name by hiring a private investigator to get the "dirt" on the other person involved. The case was eventually dismissed due to lack of evidence on ...the DA's side. Then a few years later I hired Mr. Falk to take care of my financial worries, he did so and made the process run like a purring kitten. I would recommend Mr. Falk for any areas of practice that he works. He is the type of attorney who has his clients best interests in mind. Very reasonable rates as well. Communication is very good as well. To this day if I have any legal questions, I go straight to Mr. Falk and without any questions he responds with a solution or recommendation!

Posted by James W | September 30, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

The best Lawyer that I have ever hired!!!

Ben Falk is awesome! He was talking with me and keeping me informed of the laws and past court decisions during every stage of the 4 cases that I have had him represent me in. He is still representing me in 1 of those cases. I have used other lawyers in the past and really disliked lawyers because t...hey were all about the money. I felt that they were not very knowledgeable and just did not care about me...I found Ben in 2007 and have had absolutely great results with him. He is very reasonably priced, very very smart and knowledgeable in several different aspects and areas of law, he is always calm and courteous and has the absolutely best demeanor about himself. He is without a doubt the best lawyer I have ever had the pleasure of defending me. I am constantly recommending him to friends and family that may require an attorney, and I will continue to use him. I have found my lawyer for life, in Benjamin O Falk! You will be more than pleased with him!!

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Benjamin O Falk's Lawyer Endorsements

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Erin Lufkin

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Ben for several years now and I have so much respect for him. He is an excellent advocate for his clients and does whatever he can ethically to get his clients the best possible outcome. He is a great person and a pleasure to work with. I do not hesitate to send him clients, without exception. I highly recommend Ben to anybody looking for a great attorney."

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Ronald Elzinga

Car accident lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben is an excellent lawyer and an excellent person. I highly recommend him."

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Anne Tracey

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Benjamin Falk. I have been involved with him in complex litigation cases, and was impressed with his zealous and professional advocacy for his clients. I recommend him for your litigation needs."

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Grant Burton

Family lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I recently settled a divorce case with Ben Falk as opposing counsel. Throughout the case, Ben was focused on achieving his client's goals in a cost-effective manner. I recommend Ben as a divorce and personal injury attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2000 - 2007

Attorney, Alan W, Karpinski, P.C

Associations

2010 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2001 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1999

University of South Dakota School of Law

Juris Doctor

1994

University of South Dakota

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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