Chris spent over 20 years as an insurance defense attorney. After practicing with one of the Pacific Northwest's leading law firms, Chris worked as a staff attorney at Safeco and Liberty Mutual insurance companies. With his extensive courtroom experience and negotiation skills, Chris is a strong advocate for his clients. He also makes great barbecued chicken.
Practice areas
With over 25 years of experience defending injury claims for insurance companies and their policyholders, Chris knows how insurers think, and what makes them settle.
Chris enjoys working on non-injury claims such as professional negligence, boundary disputes, construction defects, and a variety of business and contractual disputes. He also knows how to minimize expenses by focusing on those parts of a case that matter the most.
When insurance companies deny coverage to their policyholders, Chris knows how and when to push back. He understands insurance policies and the laws that regulate insurance companies in Washington and Oregon.
In addition to wrongful deaths claims arising from motor vehicle accidents, Chris has handled death claims arising from industrial accidents and defective products.
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 1988 | 06/28/2022 |
OR | Active | 1986 | 06/12/2022 |
Legal answers | 674 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Magna Cum Laude | Lewis & Clark Law School | 1986 |
Top Fundraiser (8+ years), annual Race for Justice | St. Andrew Legal Clinic | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Rounds Law Office | 2010 - Present |
Staff Attorney | Safeco/Liberty Mutual Insurance | 2003 - 2010 |
Associate Attorney | Bullivant Houser Bailey | 1991 - 2003 |
Attorney | Cox & Peterson Attorneys At Law | 1989 - 1991 |
Attorney | Case, Dusterhoff & Mehlhaf | 1987 - 1989 |
Attorney | Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt | 1986 - 1987 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Oregon State Bar, House of Delegates | Member | 2013 - Present |
Oregon State Bar, Sole and Small Firm Practitioners Section | Executive Committee Member | 2013 - Present |
St. Andrew Legal Clinic, Race for Justice | Founding Member | 2001 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Admitted | 1988 - Present |
Oregon State Bar | Admitted | 1986 - Present |
Multnomah Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Clark County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Oregon State Bar, Uniform Civil Jury Instructions Committee | Member | 2013 - 2014 |
Lewis & Clark Law School | Alumni Board Member | 2011 - 2014 |
Washington State Bar Association, Rules of Professional Conduct Committee | Member | 2010 - 2012 |
St. Andrew Legal Clinic | Chair | 1997 - 1998 |
St. Andrew Legal Clinic | Board of Directors | 1994 - 2001 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Lewis & Clark Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1986 |
Vassar College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1978 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Oregon Paralegals Association | Washington Practice 101 | 2016 |
Legal Lunchbox | Washington Practice 101 | 2015 |
Crossing the Border | Interstate Discovery | 2015 |
Fall Seminar | Ethics for Tort Attorneys | 2013 |
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Thomas Patton, Litigation Attorney on Nov 1, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've had cases against Chris when he was in defense, and I've hired him as an arbitrator. That should tell you that I know him to be competent, fair minded, thorough, and very intelligent. I endorse Chris whole heartily.
Matthew Rizzo, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 22, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Chris as both a defense attorney and in his current practice doing personal injury work. Chris is well-prepared, hard-working and very knowledgeable in his practice areas. He zealously advocates for his clients. I highly recommend him.
Thomas Patton, Litigation Attorney on Nov 1, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've had cases against Chris when he was in defense, and I've hired him as an arbitrator. That should tell you that I know him to be competent, fair minded, thorough, and very intelligent. I endorse Chris whole heartily.
Matthew Rizzo, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 22, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Chris as both a defense attorney and in his current practice doing personal injury work. Chris is well-prepared, hard-working and very knowledgeable in his practice areas. He zealously advocates for his clients. I highly recommend him.
Brandon Campbell, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 19, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris is compassionate, knowledgeable, and tenacious in his fight to help client's who have been injured in accidents (or otherwise), get what they deserve. Chris has a detailed understanding of insurance practice and procedures. I endorse Chris as a talented advocate for clients in need of support with an injury claim.
Steven Turner, Litigation Attorney on Oct 19, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Chris Rounds without reservation. He has the highest degree of ethics, competence, and compassion, all of which make him an excellent lawyer.
Joseph Di Bartolomeo, Litigation Attorney on Oct 23, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Chris and I have worked together as opposing counsel on a few cases over the years. Chris is a worthy opponent, and advocates with professionalism. I recommend Chris without hesitation.
Robert Phed, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 18, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I would trust him fully to handle any case.
Ray Brooks, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christopher is a good lawyer. He works hard, and is as smart as they come.
Christopher Ramsay, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 2, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris has a rock solid blue-collar work ethic and communcation style that good people relate to. Through his words and actions, Chris demonstrates his commitment and compassion for those who have been injured as a result of the negligent actions of others. His experience speaks for itself.
Eden Brown, Litigation Attorney on Mar 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Chris for 30 years and never cease to be impressed with his ability and expertise. He is skilled, compassionate and dedicated to his profession, his clients, and his colleagues. He is a strong advocate with deep integrity (and a wry sense of humor) and I cannot endorse him highly enough.
Sean Cleary, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
Nathan McKinney, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Competent and knowledgeable, do listen to this attorney's advice
John Peterson, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 31, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris was my first boss. He was a great mentor and a good lawyer. I endorse this lawyer.
Chad Sleight, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Scott Edwards, Insurance Attorney on Aug 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris is a smart, resourceful, and experienced lawyer. I turn to him whenever I have a question about one of my cases. I would not hesitate for a minute to refer a friend or family member his way.
Quinn Posner, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Chris Rounds as a lawyer. Whenever I have a question about a case or an interpretation of the law, Chris is the first colleague I turn to. If you need a sharp, funny, down to earth lawyer who is highly respected, look no further. You've found him.
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