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Brian Neil Lathen
About Brian
Biography
While spending two years in Argentina on a church mission, I realized the importance of having an advocate. Several people in Argentina were living with little hope and little recourse to handle daily problems.
When I returned home, I noticed people in the United States living without an advocate and not knowing where to turn regarding their every day problems.
At that moment, I decided to become a lawyer to help people who cannot help themselves.
My desire is to point people in the right direction and use my legal training to be an advocate for others.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Oregon for 21 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Swanson, Lathen, Prestwich
3040 Commercial St SE Suite 200, Salem, OR, 97302
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Brian Neil Lathen's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
4 Client Reviews
Brian Neil Lathen's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brian Lathen is one of the highest quality attorneys in the field of personal injury and similar claims. Not only does he have a wealth of experience and knowledge, but he is also never one to back down from a fight. If he feels his clients are being low-balled, he does not hesitate to take it to trial. In my practice, people ask which attorney I would use for a personal injury case. The answer invariably is Brian Lathen and his team. They are kind, communicative, and they produce results. I highly endorse and recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Brian for a number of years. Our firm routinely refers our clients to Brian and his law firm to assist with personal injury and wrongful death matters. He has always treated our clients in a professional, dignified manner and achieves excellent results."
"I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Brian "Bub" Lathen is just an all around good guy and a great attorney. I have known him as a friend and fellow attorney for several years. He gets excellent results for clients and is extremely personable and likeable. I think anyone who works with him will enjoy the experience and be well served."
"Brian is an excellent advocate for his clients. He aggressively represents personal injury victims and fights for their rights. He is a skilled trial attorney who cares about his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is very professional and will work hard to get the best result for his clients. I trust him enough that I would send my own mother to him."
Gregory Hansen
Business lawyer
Neil Lathen
Personal injury lawyer
Michael Shurtleff
General practice lawyer
Michael Halliday
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2011
Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year, Marion County Bar Association
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Cambridge Who's Who 2010-2011, Cambridge
2009
Graduate of the Barton Boot Camp, Bill Barton
Work Experience
2004 - Present
, Marion County Medical Legal Committee
2001 - Present
Lawyer and former law clerk, Swanson Lathen et al
1989 - 1995
Employee, Statesman Journal
Associations
2004 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2004 - Present
Marion County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - Present
United States District CourtMember
2001 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2001 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2015 - 2018
MCBA Board of DirectorsBoard member
2009 - 2012
YMCACoach
Sample of Legal Cases
Mullins v. Schmidt
Verdict in excess of 1,000,000.00
Jane Doe v. U.S. Car Company
Confidential settlement out of court
Education
2004
Willamette University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Oregon
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1995
Sprague
Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2010
Youth Group
Law
2007
Trial Advocacy
Opening Statements
Publications
2007
Avvo
Legal Guides
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I make a complaint against a hospital?
23 Feb 2011
Q&A
If you are assaulted at a bar, can you also sue the bar as well as the person who assaulted you?
27 Oct 2009
Q&A
I was rear ended by a driver while on my scooter, do I need to sue her?
06 Oct 2009
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Injury Journal
27 Feb 2011
Legal Guide
How to Find an Injury Attorney
22 Oct 2009
Legal Guide
How to Negotiate with Insurance Adjusters on Injury Cases
24 Sep 2009