About Michael
Biography
Mike grew up in the Portland area and after high shcool he graduated from the University of Notre Dame and then went on to graduate from Lewis and Clark Law School in 1994.
Mike's early career was as a Multnomah Couty Deputy District Attorney where he spent 8 years before opening his own personal injury law practed in 2002.
In his off time, Mike enjoys hiking with his family, cycling, and offshore fishing for tuna and marlin.
He has over thirty years of courtroom experience and has tried well over 140 jury trials to verdict with over $79 million obtained in verdicts and settlements in 19 years.
My law practice is 100% devoted to personal injury cases.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in Oregon for 31 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Michael A Colbach's Reviews
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Michael A Colbach's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Many so called "trial lawyers" aren't actually willing to go to trial when negotiations fail. Mike is a true trial lawyer. He will do whatever is needed to get the best result."
"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike Colbach is a great personal injury lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1993 - 2002
Deputy District Attorney, Multnomah County District Attorney
Associations
2002 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
$4.1 million, unanimous Marion County jury verdict.
$11.5 million settlement
$5.5 million settlement on the 3rd day of jury trial.
$667,000 verdict
$550,000 plaintiff's verdict
Education
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Trial advocacy
N/A
Motor vehicle accidents and trial strategy
Languages
English