Stephen Joseph Voorhees

Stephen Joseph Voorhees

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

1205 NW 25th Avenue, Portland, OR

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Personal Injury 100%

We represent individuals, families or loved ones who have been injured or killed as a result of the negligence and carelessness of other persons or corporations.

18 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 11 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2015

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 17 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2008

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 12 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 2013

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Forum Law Group, LLC

1205 NW 25th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97210

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Stephen Joseph Voorhees's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Robyn | January 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Professional, Knowledgeable, Experienced, and Respectful

I was involved in a terrible accident and was not in any frame of mind to deal with insurance as I was just trying to heal from my injuries. Stephen was recommended by a friend who knew of my situation. After the initial consultation, I had every confidence that I could trust him with my case and lea...ve everything in his hands as I continued to work on my recovery. Stephen and his team took control of the situation, kept me informed with regular updates, answered my questions, and most importantly gave me peace of mind. The settlement I received was way beyond my expectations. I am so grateful to Stephen and his team and would highly recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | April 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

My sincere thanks for a job well done

After my motor vehicle collision I received injuries that left me in need of medical care treatments and therapies. I found myself non employable, building debt and not knowing how long I would be in that position. With a massive amount of paperwork, on going appointments, calls etc., I was overwh...elmed and could not keep up with the demands. I needed a Lawyer. In my search for a lawyer I ran across AVVO on line and read reviews on the lawyers who practiced in this field. I read the review on Stephen and especially noted that he had respectful court behaviour. I contacted Stephen, met with him, and he took my case. He understood the paperwork, he knew who to contact , what to do and did it. This removed a huge weight off my shoulders and allowed me to focus on my medical care treatments, therapies and hopeful recovery. During the whole process he kept in contact with me and answered all my questions and addressed my concerns. I am truly thankful I hired Stephen to represent me. I found him to be genuine. He was always respectful and professional. He is a gracious and caring person and very competent and knowledgeable in the law. Stephen earned my trust and great respect, and of course my sincere thanks for a job well done! I highly recommend Stephen Voorhees.

Posted by Susan | June 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Susan

Three years ago I was involved in a car accident. I needed medical care and support. Stephen took over my case; taking the time to get to know me, listening carefully, and helping me to understand what was involved in seeking redress. Stephen was in regular contact, letting me know about each new wr...inkle, activity and making thoughtful suggestions about next steps. He was very thorough about gathering documentation and interviewing pertinent caregivers. He was always responsive,and very respectful. Such a pleasure to work with! Thank you Stephen Voorhees!

Posted by Rachael | May 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Best at his craft

Nobody wants to hire a lawyer and my hands were tired when the other insurance company wouldn’t accept liability when I was in a car accident that was in no way my fault. I was incredibly lucky when Stephen was recommended to me. Not only did the company accept full responsibility but he negotiated a... settlement that was more then I was expecting. He talked me through every step and always gave me all my options helping me make my decision by answering all my questions and what outcome each path could take. I am so thankful I had him representing me and had my best interest. I would absolutely use him again and recommend him to anyone who is a similar situation as I was. Thank you Stephen!

Posted by Caylin | May 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Excellent Attorney!

Two year ago, I was involved in an accident that resulted in personal injury that I was left to pay for out of pocket. I was referred to Stephen by my aunt, who also had a great experience with him. Initially, I was very nervous about consulting with an attorney as I had never been involved in a la...w suit before and quite frankly, I felt like my health claims were fairly insignificant, although the financial burden was not. The very first conversation I had with Stephen was one where he assured me that I was doing the right thing and that he would do anything and everything in his power to help me receive a compensation that was fair. I think the rest goes without being said based on my 5 star review. Stephen worked extremely hard for two years to build what would eventually be a great case in my trial, he was always there whenever I needed to talk to him, no matter what time of day, and he always provided his most honest, expert advice. He is an excellent attorney and I would recommend him to anyone.

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Stephen Joseph Voorhees's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Nolan

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephen's knowledge and experience are second to none in the area of personal injury law, and I would give him my highest recommendation to anyone who has been injured as a result of the negligence of another. I would especially recommend Stephen to anyone seeking an attorney to represent them in complex injury cases, multi-vehicle auto accidents, trucking accidents, or any case involving serious injury or death. His knowledge, compassion, and attention to detail make him uniquely qualified to represent clients in such circumstances. He is a highly competent attorney who always provides his clients with the highest caliber of legal representation, no matter the size or degree of complexity of the case."

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Robert Norfleet

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Voorhees. He is an excellent trial lawyer and is willing to try very difficult cases. He also cares very deeply for his clients."

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Charles Barberio

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve Voorhees is an excellent attorney. His results speak for themselves but if you aren't familiar; this man is a winner. He will settle a case if it is fair for his client BUT he will take it to trial and win if the insurance company tries to low-ball. The fact that insurance companies know of this reputation means that they will take heed when they see his name on a case and offer higher settlements to avoid losing at trial. I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Johnston

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Voorhees is one of those rare attorneys with the legal expertise to win any case and the character to match. His continuing success at trial and accomplishments outside the courtroom has fashioned him into one of the most formidable attorneys in Kansas City and a trial attorney that any client should feel blessed to have in their corner."

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William Kenney

Car accident lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Steve for a number of years and I recently had the opportunity to work with him in a personal injury trial. From the moment I began to review his case files I was impressed with the quality of his work and the attention he devotes to his clients. Steve is constantly working to improve and develop his skills, both in and out of the courtroom, and his hard work consistently results in outstanding results for his firm and his clients. If you or a loved one has suffered in an auto accident or other personal injuries, and believe you are in need of an attorney, I would highly recommend that you contact Steve and he will go above and beyond to ensure that you receive the best result possible."

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Michael Dalton

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Stephen is a hard working personal injury attorney who fights to obtain the best possible results for his clients. Steve's ambition, coupled with his dedication to his clients, make him an excellent trial lawyer."

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Keith Yarwood

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael White

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Jared Rose

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Norfleet

Personal injury lawyer

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Paul Gantner

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Daniel Nolan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Barberio

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Kenney

Litigation lawyer

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Benjamin Johnston

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Dalton

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Oregon Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

Oregon Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2015

Missouri & Kansas Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2008

CALI - Trial Practice, University of Missouri, Columbia - School of Law

2008

Negotiation Competition 1st Place, University of Missouri School of Law

2005

Judge Glenn Evans Scholarship, University of Missouri, Columbia - School of Law

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Attorney, Forum Law Group, LLC

2016 - Present

Attorney, Voorhees Law Firm, LLC

2009 - 2016

Attorney, Edelman & Thompson LLC

2008 - 2009

Judicial Law Clerk, Missouri Court Of Appeals Western District

2007 - 2008

Externship, Supreme Court Of Missouri

Associations

2015 - Present

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2015 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

2011 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2010 - Present

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

2008 - Present

Missouri Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Confidential - Medical Malpractice

$1,800,000 Settlement

Confidential - Medical Malpractice

$2,000,000 Settlement

Sloan v. Apogee Medical Group

$500,000 verdict for the Plaintiff

Piersall v. Farmers Insurance Company of Oregon

$61,347.21 jury verdict for Plaintiff

Majalca v. Pond

$127,000.00 jury verdict for Plaintiff

The Estate of Jacob Dey, deceased v. Roger Smith Trucking

$900,000 Settlement

Slavin v. Brantley

$70,000 Jury verdict for Plaintiff

Knudson v. Mitchell

$39,000.00 Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

Anderson v. Scherrer

$10,500 Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

Green-smith v. Biamont

$18,000.00 Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

Tomacelli v. Confidential, et. al.

$1,200,000 Settlement

Baker v. Foster

$52,500 Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

Puckett v. Skow

$500,000 judgment for Plaintiff

Pickett v. Jackson County Missouri

$95,000 jury verdict for Plaintiff

Klann v. Auto Owners Insurance

$300,000 Settlement

Confidential - Medical Malpractice

$750,000 Settlement

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Education

2008

University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

University of Missouri, Columbia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Lessons Learned From Oregon’s First Fully Remote Jury Trial Jury Trials

2021

Jury Trials in the COVID era Jury Trials in 2021

2019

Emerging Topics Trial Lessons

2018

Advanced Litigation Seminar Jury Selection

2016

YLA Luncheon

Handling Motor Vehicle Accident Cases

2015

YLA Luncheon

Handling Motor Vehicle Accident Cases

Publications

Languages

English

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