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Biography
Rich has spent his whole life as a Willamette Valley resident, and obtained his Doctorate of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from the University of Oregon Law School in 1986. While continuing his studies at the University of Oregon, he served as the Chief Justice for the University’s Constitution Court, before graduating with a high class ranking. His legal career began in 1986 when he was hired to work for an insurance defense firm, but Rich quickly learned that it was those who were injured that truly needed strong legal representation against insurance companies. In 1988, Richard began representing injured clients, and his first jury trial in 1992 resulted in a record breaking verdict of $500, in compensation for a low impact, soft tissue case. For more than 20 years since that point, Rich has had helped hundreds of clients obtain fair compensation for their injuries.
Rich also has an active interest in the community. He has been serving on the Keizer City Council since 2000, and took the initiative to in creating Keizer Rapids Park, a 120 acre riverfront park. In recognition of his outstanding leadership and support of regional, intergovernmental cooperation, Rich was awarded the Gwen VondenBosch Regional Leadership Award by the Mid Willamette Valley Council of Governments. In 2008, Rich was presented the Department of Interior’s Cooperative Conservation Award by secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne in Washington D.C.
While Rich has been awarded with many achievements, he still remains committed to his clients and to his community.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Car Accident
50%
40 years | 2,700 cases
Personal Injury
50%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Oregon for 39 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
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Posted by Ronald | July 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional
I hired Richard after being hit head-on while sitting on my motorcycle while waiting at a traffic light. Richard worked hard for me during the two years of rehabilitation. In the end, Richard secured the maximum settlement allowed for me. He even went the extra mile to negotiate with my health ca...
Posted by Dennis | May 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Outstanding Lawyer!
I was involved in an MVA where I banged up my foot pretty bad. The accident was not my fault and I chose Mr. Walsh for legal representation. I am glad I did! Richard and his staff - especially Jill, were incredibly honest and professional throughout the entire process. With their help I was able to r...
Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Mr. Walsh is an honest lawyer
I was hit by a car while riding my motorcycle. In order to get my share of the settlement, I was required to hire an attorney. Mr. Walsh took the case with only a few week left before the statutes expired. He and his staff were honest, professional and explained every step. I am very satisfied w...
Posted by Martha | January 26, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Awesome Attorney -MVA involving PGE
I was in an MVA in Sept 2012. I had neck surgery in July 2013 because of it. I meet with and hired Richard Walsh to handle my case. He was Awesome. He took care of all the paperwork and phone calls involved in my case. Jill ( Office manager) is an asset to his practice. She was always available to an...
Posted by Sandy | June 07, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Dealt with mtns of medical bills, MD's notes, and auto insurance carriers roadblocks to get a settlement that wasn't an insult.
I was hurt in a car accident through no fault of my own and will never be able to do many things I used to and now suffer daily pain, but since I suffered "just" soft tissue injuries the other guy's insurance trivialized my injuries and offered a settlement that literally added insult to injury. Afte...
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
Listed, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2001
Life Member,
2001
Listed, Strathmore's Who's Who Millennian Edition
2000
Listed, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2000
Listed, Strathmore's Who's Who Millennian Edition
Work Experience
1994 - Present
President and sole shareholder, Walsh & Associates p.c.
1988 - 1994
Partner, Olson, Rowell & Walsh
1986 - 1988
Associate, Schouboe, Marvin & Furniss
Associations
1993 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1992 - Present
United States District Court for OregonMember
1991 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1987 - Present
American Bar Association, Litigation SectionMember
1986 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
1988 - 2005
Oregon Workers' Compensation Attorneys AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Sachi v Cook Case No. 08C22583
$121,000.00
Petrossian v. Sorrensen Case # 0410-1181
over $100,000.00 including both uim and underlying claims.
Ridling v. Bowers Case 02C-20873
Over $100,000.00 including medicals
Nelson v. Lee Case # -110288
$64,869.70
Knox v. Smith
$611,434.30
Buehler v. Beldon
$271,747.00
Sowers v. Norpac
$271,531.83
Coman v. Corrections Department of State of Oregon
Successful Workers Comp Claim
Fam Hinh Saeteurn
$100,891.20
Bagwell v. State of Oregon
$359,654.25
Marvin Lux v. Willamina Lumber Company
$500,745.09
Education
1986
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1983
Portland State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2000
Oregon Trial Lawyer Association
How to Hammer Allstate
2000
National Business Institute, All Day Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Analyzing Medical Records for the Oregon Paralegal
2000
Lawyers Of America (ATLA) Continuing Legal Education Seminar
How to Give a Stunning Summation
1997
Oregon Trial Lawyer Association's (OTLA) Summer Convention
Speaking Presentation
Publications
2000
Trial Magazine
Defense Medical Examinations, Combating the Examiner
2000
Oregon Trial Lawyer Association Sponsored Legal Education
My Top Ten Tips on How to Maximize Recovery in a Soft Tissue Case
Languages
English
Spanish