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Lowell P McKelvey
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Biography
I have represented individuals and corporations in all types of civil litigation for over twenty years. My firm, McKelvey Law, specializes in personal injury litigation, arbitration and mediation. I used to work for insurance companies, defending their insureds, so I know the games insurance companies play. I specialize in car, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian and bicycle injuries, nursing home neglect and abuse, and I am a national leader in Onewheel electric skateboard product liability cases. I am also an arbitrator and mediator of personal injury cases, both court-annexed and UM/UIM.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
90%
23 years | 200 cases
Arbitration
10%
19 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Washington for 20 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 26 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
McKelvey Law LLC
1205 NW 25th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97210
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Posted by Mark | February 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
A lawyer's lawyer.
Lowell McKelvey recently handled a property damage claim for me and he did it with the highest level of professionalism, integrity, compassion, and reliability. I'm a retired attorney and know a good lawyer when I see one. He knows how to listen, analyze, instruct, and persuade with his excellent w...
Posted by JEANETTE | December 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Lowell P McKelvey, PC
Lowell McKelvey and his terrific paralegal, Jessica are the best professional team you could possibly want helping you through difficult legal issues. Lowell doesn't give glib advice or try to raise false hopes. He provides straight forward, honest advice that is easily understood. He encourages y...
Lowell P McKelvey's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lowell is an experienced litigator, particularly in the construction defect area. I've consulted with him on such matters as well as used him as an arbitrator. He's excellent."
"Lowell is a fantastic lawyer. We have had several cases against one another over the years, and he has always been a joy to work with. He is a fierce advocate on behalf of his clients, and knows his stuff. On top of his legal acumen, he is a fantastic person as well. Truly."
"I have known Lowell for many years. He is not only an excellent and highly skilled lawyer, but an all around great guy. I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
"Lowell is a very effective trial attorney for his clients while always being professional with his colleagues."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Fantastic guy, great lawyer."
"Lowell McKelvey is an outstanding attorney. I worked closely on matters with him in the past and have found him to represent his clients diligently. He is an honest, trustworthy attorney who brings a great deal of experience and talent to each case his handles."
"Lowell is a fantasic person and attorney."
"I worked with Lowell on a large complex case in which he lead the defense for a contractor while coordinating with multiple attorneys and insurers. Lowell did an exemplary job and got an excellent result for his client."
"Lowell was opposing counsel in a case that I had in Oregon. He is indeed a formidable foe. I unequivocally endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Super Lawyer - Personal Injury, SuperLawyers
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Rising Star Construction Litigation, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Owner, McKelvey Law LLC
2019 - Present
Shareholder, McKelvey Kozuma Burke PC
2014 - 2019
Shareholder, McKelvey Kozuma PC
2003 - 2014
Managing Partner, Mitchell Lang & Smith LLP
2001 - 2003
Deputy District Attorney, Multnomah County District Attorney's Office
1999 - 2000
Deputy District Attorney, Washington County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2019 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Motor Vehicles SectionCo-chair
2018 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2011 - 2014
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Angela Muldoon v Kenneth Lett
Defense Verdict: no liability
Dulce Galvan v Matthew Schouviller
Virtual defense verdict: no non-economic damages awarded
Fountaincourt Homeowners Assn et al v Fountaincourt Development, L.L.C. et al
Defense Verdict for framing subcontractor client, Red Hills Construction, Inc
Education
1999
University of Montana School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Southwestern University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
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Accused in a letter of having a mental disorder as a excuse for their lying about my character, can I sue for defamation?
02 Apr 2015
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What is "oral argument"
24 Jun 2014