Craig A Crispin

Craig A Crispin

4.5
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 44 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination

1834 SW 58th Avenue, Suite 200, Portland, OR

About Craig

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 50%

My work includes all facets of employment law, including negotiations, professional licensing, discrimination, individuals in education disputes, all forms of harassment and retaliation matters, and wrongful termination.

44 years

50%
Discrimination 20%

My work includes all facets of employment law, including negotiations, professional licensing, discrimination, individuals in education disputes, all forms of harassment and retaliation matters, and wrongful termination.

44 years

20%
Sexual Harassment 20%

My work includes all facets of employment law, including negotiations, professional licensing, discrimination, individuals in education disputes, all forms of harassment and retaliation matters, and wrongful termination.

44 years

20%
Wrongful Termination 10%

My work includes all facets of employment law, including negotiations, professional licensing, discrimination, individuals in education disputes, all forms of harassment and retaliation matters, and wrongful termination.

44 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-525 per hour

Contingency

25%-45%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 43 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1982

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Washington for 44 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1981

Voluntarily Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

CRISPIN HANNON LLC

1834 SW 58th Avenue, Suite 200, Portland, OR, 97221

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Craig A Crispin's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | February 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Didn't See Attentiveness

Mr. Crispin assisted me out of a bad employment contract, but I had to repeat myself many times in our communications. The opposing counsel was told they were in a penalty period, reducing our payment. Items I requested to be negotiated were not, and I was not advised on the legality of an action I... took and the risk it may pose. The last communication I received was one to address something from the opposing counsel that had been sent two weeks prior to his email to me and allowed to go ignored. For all I paid I do not feel it was worth paying for legal services given the lack of action.

Craig Crispin

Replied last February 06, 2019

I know how frustrating it can be negotiating with a former employer. I too am often frustrated by unresponsiveness by opposing counsel or an employer's refusal even to consider what we believe to be very reasonable resolution options. Unfortunately, it takes both parties to be willing to negotiate to reach a resolution. I am sorry this instance was one of those where an immediate resolution was not forthcoming.

Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

An outstanding attorney

Craig is the the first person I’d recommend in employment-related matters. I hired Craig and his firm to represent me to deal with negotiations involving a former employer. I was impressed not only by the depth of his knowledge, but also his willingness to educate and inform so I understood the proce...ss and how the case would unfold. Craig and his team represented my interests with tenacity and zeal. He was judicious in terms of how he spent time on my case and set an example for professionalism in dealing with the other side. I’m very thankful he agreed to take my case. Highly recommended.

Posted by Muna | March 17, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Highly Recommend - Knowledgeable, Ethical, and Aggressive!

I found Craig Crispin at a time when I was greatly in need of an honest, courageous, and aggressive lawyer to represent me. Mr. Crispin turned out to be all that and more. I appreciated his professionalism, ethics, and aggressive approach to my case. He kept me in the loop about every step of the ...process and gave me a realistic idea of what to expect. He went head-to-head with my then employer, a formidable company, and delivered a result that surpassed all my expectations. Mr. Crispin's deep knowledge of the law, diligence, and passion were exactly what I needed! I highly recommend Mr. Crispin!

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Felt Mislead

We hired Craig on the basis of ratings, recommendations and the strength of his representations during the first meeting. He seemed honest, well versed in the law, and tenacious and aggressive. Originally he was taking the case on a contingency basis but then suggested we pay hourly as it would likel...y be settled quickly and easily and this would be to our benefit. It was agreed that we would pay hourly during negotiations and then switch to contingency if we ended up filing in court. We trusted his expertise. When negotiations failed Craig first said that we would skip filing a Labor & industries (BOLI) claim, then changed his mind. He told us to expect to lose with BOLI but we might get good research from them, then we would file in court. We did lose at BOLI, then had trouble getting responses from Craig. During this entire time we were billed and paid his full rates. At the 11th hour he returned a call and informed us that he was not interested in going forward with the case. When asked what had changed since first taking our case, he couldn't provide a responsive answer. All the facts discovered were exactly as we told him at the outset. Our costs were significant and sadly our trust was misplaced.

Craig Crispin

Replied last March 10, 2014

I can never guarantee that the facts developed in our initial investigation will be sufficient to proceed to litigation. I understand that can be disappointing to clients, but I can only take meritorious cases into court. This client, unfortunately, had expectations that I would take his case into court regardless of its merits. Those expectations were unrealistic. I'm sorry this client was disappointed, but could handle the matter no other way and maintain my integrity and professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2011 | Employment & Labor

One of the Best Civil Attorney's in Portland

Mr. Crispin and his firm are up-to-date with all of the Oregon State Statues which gave answers to my questions very promptly. His answers were clear, honest and to the point. His deposition techniques were very impressive. My case was everything but easy, and he was not afraid to accept my case wh...en all the odds were against me. I recommend Crispin Employment Law Firm to anyone who feels that they are at the end of the rope.

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Craig A Crispin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ashley Marton

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community. Craig possesses the work ethic and tenacity to tackle the most complicated legal problems. I wholeheartedly endorse Craig."

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David Schuck

Employment and labor lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with attorney Craig Crispin. I have sought advice from him regarding employment discrimination matter, used him as an expert witness, and collaborated in the prosecution of a case. No matter how our paths have crossed, I have always found him to be professional, knowledgeable, and prepared. For these reasons and more, I would recommend Craig Crispin."

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Paul Breed

Employment and labor lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Sona Joiner

Employee benefits lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Craig Crispin is a brilliant employment attorney. His scope of knowledge in the employment law field is vast and constantly increasing with the changes in this legal specialty. He works very closely with his clients, and will take his client's case to the United States Supreme Court to win a legal point. His office is excellently organized and his staff are wonderful in their approach to the firm's clientele. I highly recommend this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Super Lawyers for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2017

Best Lawyers in America -- Employment Law - Individuals, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Best Lawyers in America -- Employment Law - Individuals, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyers for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2015

Best Lawyers in America -- Employment Law - Individuals, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Super Lawyer for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2014

Best Lawyers in America -- Employment Law - Individuals, Best Lawyers in America

2014

Super Lawyers for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2013

Super Lawyer for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2012

Super Lawyer for Employment Ligation, Thomson Reuters

2011

Super Lawyer for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2010

Super Lawyer for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2009

Super Lawyers for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2008

Super Lawyers for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2007

Super Lawyers for Employment Litigation, Thomson Reuters

2006

Super Lawyers for Employment & Labor, Thomson Reuters

1999

AV Rating Since, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Managing Shareholder, CRISPIN EMPLOYMENT LAW PC

2004 - 2020

Chair, Region 5, Oregon State Bar Disciplinary Board

1984 - 1992

Employment Litigation Attorney, Bullard Smith Jernstedt Wilson

1982 - 1984

Associate Litigation Attorney, Stoel Rives

Associations

1982 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

1981 - 2020

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Siring v. Eastern Oregon University

Jury Verdict in favor of Plaintiff

Hamlin v. Hampton Lumber

Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

Prosser v. Tuma dba Automotive Paint Specialities

Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

Kuziomko v. First Pacific Corporation

Arbitration Award for Plaintiff

Asadourian v. Kuni BMW

Arbitration Award for Plaintiff

Key Property Services v. Ellsworth

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Education

1981

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor Magna Cum Laude

1978

Southern Illinois University

BS - Bachelor of Science Univeristy Honors

Speaking Engagements

2011

OTLA Annual Convention

Appellate Advocacy: Increase Your Appeal -- Getting by with a Little Help from Your Friends

2011

2011 NELA Annual Convention

Preparing A Witness For Deposition: “Teaching More Than The Facts”—How To Prepare The Witness’ Attitude, Thinking & Perception Of The Deposition

2007

NELA Annual Convention

Executives in Transition

2006

Accommodating Disabilities & FMLA Leaves

Preparing the Case, Challenging Summary Judgment & Preparing the Appeal

2005

OTLA Seminar

Effective Use of Civil Procedure

2005

NELA Annual Convention

Winning the 'Regarded As' & 'Record Of" ADA Case

2005

Labor & Employment Section Annual Meeting

Evidence Issues in Employment Law

2004

NELA Florida Spring Seminar

Threshold Issues in Employment Law

2003

Workers' Compensation Section Annual Conference

Workers' Compensation Discrimination

2003

ABA Annual Convention

Legal Definition of Employee

2002

WSTLA Reciprocity Seminar

Oregon Legal Ethics

2002

OLI Seminar

Motions for Summary Judgment

Publications

2009

Federal Civil Litigation in Oregon Editorial Board

2008

The Family and Medical Leave Act Cumulative Supplement (Contributing Author)

2002

2002 Revision of Federal Civil Litigation in Oregon (Oregon State Bar Publication) Jury Instructions, Jury Verdicts, Findings by the Court (Chapter 24)

2002

Oregon State Bar Private Sector Labor Law, 2002 Cumulative Supplement Equal Employment Opportunity, Chapter 4

1994

Oregon State Bar Workers Compensation Americans with Disabilities Act

Languages

English

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