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Craig has a solid reputation in the legal community for being straightforward and reasonable. Growing up in Southern California, with such a diverse population, provided him an impressive ability to connect with people from all different walks of life. His upbringing instilled in him strong values that he lives by both personally and professionally. He believes in honesty, sincerity, hard work, and persistence. Craig makes it a point to always be kind, realizing that struggles in life are sometimes symptoms of a larger or different issue that is not externally apparent. Combining his ability to empathize with people along with his effective negotiating strategies is what makes Craig so successful at connecting with Reynolds Defense Firm clients and obtaining results that protect their best interests.
Craig was born in New York and lived in many states around the New England area before his parents settled in Southern California when he was 11. His childhood experience taught him that life is a series of transitions and flows which cultivated in him the ability to adapt to change easily. Craig graduated from Loyola Marymount University with a degree in psychology. After college, Craig worked for nearly 20 years for a Fortune 500 pharmaceutical company, first in sales and then in legal compliance. Craig attended Southwestern University School of Law, during which he gained experience working as a certified law clerk for the District Attorney, as well as a judicial clerk in both the Superior Court and Court of Appeals. Upon graduation, Craig was the recipient of several academic awards including being named to the Dean’s List and earning the CALI “Excellence for the Future” Awards in both Criminal Law and Evidence.
Following law school, Craig fulfilled a lifelong dream and moved to the glorious state of Oregon where he was privileged to work for the State Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General in Salem. Later, Craig moved to Portland to fulfill another dream of opening his own law practice, where he handled personal injury and DUII cases. After a successful career as a solo practitioner for 15 years, Craig wanted to begin a new chapter in his professional life. He wanted the experience of being part of a specialized team, with the ability to hone in his knowledge and skills to become an expert in DUI law.
Having lived in so many places across the U.S. made Craig realize that while people are culturally and geographically diverse, everyone appreciates a smile and a good joke at the right time. He was granted the opportunity to learn and develop skills that are now tools to truly help people in real life difficult times. Outside of work he enjoys tinkering with his old truck; trying to convert it to a overland adventure vehicle. He is a fan of the New England Patriots and given the chance he could gladly watch 6 hours of football on any given day. He is a novice guitar player, interested in becoming a skilled one. He is very close with his immediate family who all remain in CA, and he once worked as a Contestant Coordinator on the gameshow SCRABBLE with Chuck Woolery!
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
95%
Criminal Defense
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015 2012 2011
2015 2012
Licenses
Licensed in Oregon for 22 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Reynolds Defense Firm - Corvallis Office
(971) 601-3074
Fax
408 SW Monroe Avenue, Suite 150, Corvallis, OR, 97333
reynoldsdefensefirm.comReynolds Defense Firm - Eugene Office
(866) 540-9407
Mobile
207 E 5th Ave, Suite 253, Portland, OR, 97402
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222 Commercial Street SE, Ste. 1803, Salem, OR, 97301
reynoldsdefensefirm.comReynolds Defense Firm - Beaverton Office
12725 SW Millikan Way, Suite 300, Beaverton, OR, 97005
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great service!
Craig is extremely attentive and answered all of my many questions in an easy to understand way. He walked me through the complexities of my case, my options, and made sure I understood everything I needed to do.
Craig Hopkins
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Posted by Vic King | August 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Attorney
Craig is an excellent attorney. Communication with us about our case was always timely. Craig was able to arrange a settlement for us that was exactly what we were looking for. I would recommend Craig to anyone I know personally.
Posted by Eileen | August 12, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Just the Backing I Needed
It's been years since I needed to consult an attorney. This time I needed the support of an attorney in court. Craig was responsive, supporting and asked all the right questions. The judge went from doubt to approval thanks to Mr. Hopkins questionings. I left the courthouse free of legal concerns!
Posted by personal injury | February 11, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
All around good guy and great lawyer
Mr. Hopkins was fantastic. He took my case, which had been bungled by a previous lawyer, who had been recommended by a physician, and had sat dormant for a year. Immediately he took charge of my case and got the ball rolling. Without him, my case would have been left to rot and I would have ended up ...
Posted by Desi and Robin | February 03, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great lawyer, willing to fight hard no matter how big or small your case is.
Craig was diligent in taking photographs, statements, filing all the necessary paperwork, and keeping in touch with us on a regular basis. He was up against a huge corporation and did everything he could to reach a settlement. He is personable and attentive regardless of our social or economic status...
Craig Matthew Hopkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"Craig was on the other side of a lengthy personal injury trial with multiple plaintiffs that I defended in Linn County. Craig was pleasant to work with, and zealously advocated for his clients. Craig is a hard worker. Finally, in this day and age of increasingly dwindling trials, Craig actually has trial experience. That is incredibly valuable for his clients."
"I have consulted with Mr. Hopkins on many personal injury matters over the years. He excels at evaluating cases and getting high settlements for his clients. He has assisted me over the years with his advice on settlement negotiations."
"Craig's calm demeanor and depth of knowledge put his clients at ease. He is a dedicated advocate who gets fantastic outcomes and is always focused on his clients' priorities and ultimate goals. Craig is a clear and transparent communicator who can make complex ideas straightforward and understandable from a practical perspective."
"Craig is a great human being, and a great attorney, and he brings his best in taking care of everyone he represents."
"Craig's good-natured demeanor and creative intellect make him excellent with judges, clients, and peers. I consider myself lucky to work with Craig!"
"Craig is smart, professional, and kind to his clients. He cares deeply about getting the best result he can. Although he is always courteous, he will not back down from a fight if that's the right thing to do for the client. He's the type of lawyer you want on your side."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is a fantastic DUI attorney. He advocates vigorously for his clients, is a highly skilled communicator, and gets excellent results for his clients."
"Craig is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
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"Mr. Hopkins is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"Craig Hopkins' honesty and cut-to-the-chase legal analysis are hallmarks in a good lawyer. I would recommend Mr. Hopkins for my friends in Oregon."
"It's simple if you have a persona injury case you can choose from thousands of lawyer. But if you need to Win you need to choose Craig M. Hopkins. He is simply a Superb Lawyer and thus I endorse him."
"I highly endorse Mr. Hopkins. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."
"Mr. Hopkins represents his clients with passion and compassion which set him apart in the legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse this lawyer."
"It is clear from the extensive, thoughtful, and compassionate posts that Craig not only is extremely knowledgeable and competent in his practice, but also someone you can trust. I endorse the attorney."
"Craig is an exceptional lawyer, highly respected by his peers and an invaluable member of the AVVO community."
"I endorse this lawyer whose professional skill and deportment alike set him apart from many other members of the bar in these days when jingles and slogans are more important than skillful zealous representation of client interests."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Jody Nathan
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Experience
Honors
2015
Excellent Rating - Personal Injury, AVVO
2015
Top Contributor - Personal Injury, AVVO
2015
Client's Choice - Personal Injury, AVVO
2015
Superb Rating - Personal Injury, AVVO
2012
Client's Choice - Personal Injury, AVVO
2001
Dean's List, Southwestern University School of Law
2001
AmJur - Evidence, Southwestern University School of Law
2001
Award for Excellence for the Future - Criminal Law, CALI
2000
Award for Excellence for the Future - Criminal Law, CALI
1999
AmJur - Criminal Law, Southwestern University School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Associate Attorney, Reynolds Defense Firm
2006 - 2022
Owner, The Hopkins Law Firm, P.C.
2004 - 2006
AAG, State of Oregon, Department of Justice
1991 - 2003
Legal Compliance Officer, SmithKline Beecham Clinical Laboratories
1986 - 1991
Marketing Representative, Anheuser-Busch, Inc
Associations
2017 - Present
Mother and Child 501(c)(3)Board of Directors
2008 - Present
Better Business BureauMember - A+ Rating
2005 - Present
Multnomah County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Clackamas County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Washington County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2004 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2004 - Present
General Society of Mayflower DescendantsMember
2000 - Present
Sons of the American Revolution - Gold Country ChapterChancellor
2006 - 2007
Oregon State Bar, Public Service Advisory CommitteeChairperson
2005 - 2007
Oregon State Bar, Health Law SectionSecretary/Treasurer
2005 - 2006
Oregon State Bar, Public Service Advisory CommitteeSecretary/Treasurer
1999 - 2005
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Mauk
Substantial settlement
Shertzer
Jury Verdict: $209,000
Nadene
Substantial settlement
Nazneen
Settled for policy limits and UIM
Friedman
Settled for policy limits and UIM
Education
2002
Southwestern University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Loyola Marymount University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1982
Chaminade College Preparatory
Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2015
SW Business Professionals
Defamation Basics
2007
Public Service Advisory
Challenging PIP IMEs
Publications
2006
Thompson West
Advanced Criminal Procedure
1996
Lexis Nexis Publishing
Exculpatory Evidence: The Accused's Constitutional Right to Introduce Favorable Evidence
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Craig earned significant contribution points in 2015.
Legal Answers
Q&A
I was given an incorrect lab result which caused a severe stroke, can I sue.?
25 Apr 2022
Q&A
I was rear ended while stopped at a stop light and I have no insurance what is the best outcome I can get.?
30 Sep 2015
Q&A
A T.D.O.T driver hit my car and it was there fault. Should I get a lawyer just to help handle the claims.
28 Sep 2015