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Justin Michael Baxter
also known as Justin Baxter, Justin M. Baxter
About Justin
Biography
I am a consumer litigation attorney with the Pacific Northwest law firm of Baxter & Baxter. I represent consumers in identity theft cases, false credit report cases, and debt collector harassment cases. My firm has offices in Portland, Oregon and Vancouver Washington. In addition to consumer protection law, the attorneys of my firm also represent people in bankruptcy.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Litigation
100%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
45%-45%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Washington for 18 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 26 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Baxter & Baxter, LLP
8835 SW Canyon Lane, Suite 130, Portland, OR, 97225-3451
Baxter & Baxter, LLP
1101 Broadway Street, Suite 213, Vancouver, WA, 98660
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Posted by anonymous | May 12, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!
Mr. Baxter was extremely knowledgeable! He kept me in the loop at all times. With his professionalism and experience I recently won a big settlement.
Justin Michael Baxter's Lawyer Endorsements
"One of the best FCRA lawyers in the nation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Justin and I worked against each other on a few cases and with each other on at least one case. He knows the law and represents his clients well. Justin is at the top of my referral list for consumer attorneys."
"Justin is one of the best in his field."
"Justin is a valuable resource in our Oregon consumer law community. He pushes the rest of us to a higher level of advocacy. His work and achievements have benefited all consumer plaintiffs in Oregon."
"Justin is perhaps the most well respected consumer rights litigators in our area. His success in obtaining relief for his clients speaks for itself. I endorse and highly recommend Justin to anyone who may be in need of his, our his firm's, legal services."
"Justin Baxter is definitely the "go to" attorney in the Portland area when it comes to consumer matters; I have referred dozens of persons with claims of that sort to Justin and his firm over the years."
"Baxter & Baxter is one of the premier consumer law practices in Oregon - Justin has a reputation as an excellent litigator. I'm happy to endorse him."
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"Justin has been a committed advocate for consumers getting raw deals and individuals overwhelmed by debt. Justin works tirelessly for his clients and regularly achieves excellent results for these individuals. Justin Baxter is recognized by his peers, the media and the public for his expertise in these matters. I endorse the work of Justin and the firm Baxter and Baxter without hesitation or reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Leonard Bennett
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Michelle Vlach-Ing
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Nanina Takla
Foreclosure lawyer
Ronald Burdge
Consumer protection lawyer
David Sugerman
Class action lawyer
Clarke Balcom
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Phillip Gilbert
Litigation lawyer
David Giles
Personal injury lawyer
Jason Skelton
Personal injury lawyer
Kachelle Baxter
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Kelly Jones
Litigation lawyer
Young Walgenkim
Litigation lawyer
Keith Karnes
Litigation lawyer
Bret Knewtson
Litigation lawyer
Brian Wayson
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Lara Gardner
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Lyndon Ruhnke
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Kirsten Baxter
Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer
Michael Baxter
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Superb Rating, Avvo
2014
Oregon Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Superb Rating, Avvo
2013
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Oregon Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Superb Rating, Avvo
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Oregon Super Lawyers, SuperLawyers
2010
Rising Star, Oregon Super Lawyers
2010
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale Hubbell
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Partner, Baxter & Baxter, LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Consumer Protection SectionCo-chair
2013 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Consumer Protection SectionMember
2012 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Debtor-Creditor SectionMember
2007 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Consumer Law SectionMember
1999 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
1999 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
1999 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2005
Oregon State Bar, Consumer Law SectionChair
Sample of Legal Cases
Miller v. Equifax
$18.5 million jury verdict
West v. (Blank)
$100,000 Jury Verdict
Edwards v. TRS
$95,000 Jury Verdict
Valentine v. Equifax
$200,000 Jury Verdict
Education
N/A
Lewis & Clark Northwestern Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2013
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Consumer Protection Section
Binding Arbitration
2013
Consumer Rights Litigation Conference
Case Valuation
2013
Consumer Rights Litigation Conference
Compensatory and Punitive Damages
2012
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, New Lawyers Section
Consumer Litigation
2012
National Consumer Law Center
Depositions in FCRA Cases
2012
Consumer Law in 2012
Fair Debt Collection
2012
Consumer Law for the Oregon Lawyer
Consumer Law
2011
Pro Bono CLE
Fair Debt Collection Practices in Oregon
2011
National Consumer Law Center
Damages in FDCPA Cases
2011
Fair Credit Reporting Act: Overview and Current Issues
Fair Credit Reporting Act
2011
Consumer Rights Litigation Conference
Holding Collectors Accountable
2011
Consumer Rights Litigation Conference
Holding Collectors Accountable
2011
Consumer Law in Oregon
Fair Credit Reporting Act
2010
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
Fair Debt Collection Laws
2010
Oregon State Bar, Civil Rights Section
Credit Reporting Issues
2009
National Consumer Law Center, FCRA Conference
Advanced Third Party Discovery in FCRA Cases
2009
Gonzaga University Consumer Rights Symposium
Fair Credit Reporting Act
2008
National Consumer Law Center National Conference
Third Party Discovery in FCRA Cases
2007
Oregon Legal Institute
Settlements and the Fair Credit Reporting Act: How Can a Settlement Affect a Debtor’s Consumer Credit Report
2006
Multomah Bar Ass'n, OSB Pro Bono Committee, Legal Aid Services of Oregon
Primer on Consumer Protection Laws, OSB Oregon New Lawyers Division/Young Lawyers Section
2003
OSB Consumer Law Section
Overview of Consumer Protection Laws
2003
OSB Antitrust & Trade Section
Oregon Unlawful Trade Practices Act
2001
Oregon Legal Institute
Primer on Consumer Law
Publications
2013
Consumer Law in Oregon
Fair Credit Reporting Act
2005
Oregon State Bar Continuing Legal Education
Fair Credit Reporting Act, Consumer Law in Oregon
2003
Trial Lawyer Magazine
Oregon's Lemon Law
2002
18 Causes of Action (Second) 1 (West Group, 2002)
Cause of Action for Credit Reporting Agency's Reporting Inaccurate or Incomplete Credit Information
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides