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Richard M. Walsh
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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 Allison | July 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Life Changing Lawyer and staff
After being crushed in my car by a lady who ran a stop sign, I was injured. The lady who hit me denied liability and the case became instantly complicated. Mr. Walsh went out to the accident site in the wee hours of the morning to access the wreckage and to help determine fault. (I’ve never heard...
Posted by Michael | November 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Excellent
Aside from being very professional and polite, Richard took care of 100% of the details involving my case. I did not have to deal with any obnoxious phone calls from insurance agents or the like, because all of their phone calls were directed to Richard. His staff are friendly and helpful as well, ma...
Posted by Elli | March 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Very Pleased and Grateful.
I hired Richard Walsh to handle a personal injury claim. The case had a slue of points against it, the records were massive, the liens and complications my case had were undesirable to any lawyer out there, but Richard handled it with skill, diligence, selflessness, charm, patience, professionalism, ...
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2013 | Car Accidents
Highly Recommend
I was involved in an MVA in 2012 with multiple vehicles and insurers. Mr. Walsh was very professional and diligent in his representation. He was always available to answer questions and guide me through the process. I was very pleased with the final outcome, and will certainly use his services if ...
Posted by Tamara | August 14, 2013 | Car Accidents
Great Injury Attorney
I had a minor car accident in 2012 through no fault of my own and the insurance company fought me for paying my medical bills after a few months so I hired Richard Walsh. He was very informative, and explained things in detail so it was understandable from a clients point of view. He fought and fou...
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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