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John R. Bachofner
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Biography
John Bachofner’s practice focuses on litigation, day-to-day advice, and complex written opinions on insurance coverage, regulatory, products liability, business, bankruptcy, and creditors’ rights issues. He has represented individuals and organizations in a variety of arbitration forums, agency hearings, and state and federal courts, as well as a variety of transactions.
John has represented various interests, some for nearly 20 years, and is familiar with many of the unique challenges faced by large corporations. His work has ranged from companies with local regulatory agencies to interpreting complex contracts to representation in litigation. His reputation and breadth of experience earned him the AV Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell.
An avid scuba diver since 1982 and a current PADI scuba instructor, John combines his passion for the law with his passion for diving by representing local dive shop owners and other diving-related professionals. In this regard, he has provided advice and guidance to the diving profession in business transactions, regulatory work, business advice and litigation.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
24 years
Business
25%
36 years
Commercial Real Estate
25%
36 years
Insurance
25%
36 years
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Licensed in Washington for 36 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 37 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
Jordan Ramis PC
1499 SE Tech Center Place #380, Vancouver, WA, 98683
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Posted by Jessica | January 16, 2013 | Insurance
Excellent attorney - timely and professional
John Bachofner was retained for me by my insurance company. John handled my case with the utmost professionalism - he was timely on all responses, easy to reach at any time, and very knowledgeable on the subject. My case was a case of great emotional difficulty and John was always kind and sensiti...
John R. Bachofner's Lawyer Endorsements
"John zealously advocates for his client, but still maintains a high level of professionalism and ethical standards. I endorse this lawyer."
"I had several opportunities to be involved in cases where John represented a co-defendant. He zealously and effectively represented his clients and was well-prepared. John is also an encyclopedia of legal knowledge."
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Experience
Honors
1994
President's Public Service Award, Oregon State Bar
N/A
AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Shareholder, Jordan Ramis PC
2008 - Present
PADI Scuba Diving Instructor, Thunder Reef Divers
2002 - 2011
Shareholder, Bullivant Houser Bailey PC
1996 - 2001
Associate, Bullivant Houser Bailey, PC
1994 - 1995
Associate, Ambrose & Associates
1994 - 1994
Law Clerk for Judge Susan Leeson, Oregon Court of Appeals
1992 - 1994
Associate, Underwood, Norwood & Hiefield
1990 - 1992
Associate, Acker, Underwood, Norwood & Hiefield
1989 - 1990
Law Clerk for Judge Walter Edmonds, Oregon Court of Appeals
Associations
2016 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Litigation SectionChair
2016 - Present
Oregon State BarBoard of Governors
2011 - Present
Oregon Association of Defense CounselMember - Board of Directors
2010 - Present
Oregon State Bar Litigation SectionMember - Executive Committee
2009 - Present
Oregon Council on Court ProceduresMember
1996 - Present
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember
1990 - Present
Oregon Association of Defense CounselMember
1989 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
1988 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2015 - 2016
Oregon Council on Court ProceduresChair-Elect
2014 - 2015
Oregon State Bar Litigation SectionSecretary
2013 - 2014
Oregon State Bar, Litigation SectionTreasurer
2011 - 2014
Camas-Washougal Chamber of CommerceMember - Board of Directors
2007 - 2009
Oregon Association of Defense Counsel, Litigation SectionChair
2000 - 2015
Oregon State Bar, House of DelegatesMember
1993 - 1996
Oregon State Bar, Public Service and Information CommitteeMember
1993 - 1995
New Lawyer's Division Law Related Education CommitteeMember
1990 - 1993
Oregon State Bar, Law-Related Education CommitteeMember, Secretary and then Chair
Education
1988
University of Puget Sound School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor Cum Laude
1985
Pacific Lutheran University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
Get What You Paid For: Stacking UIM and PIP under SB 411
2015
Oregon State Bar
Negotiation Ethics: Winning Without Selling Your Soul
2015
Oregon Casualty Adjusters Association
Impacts of Measure 91
2015
Oregon Casualty Adjusters Association
Legislative Changes to Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist and PIP Coverage
2015
Oregon Association of Defense Counsel
Legislative Update and the New World for UM/UIM/PIP Claims
2015
Multnomah Bar Association
How to Effectively Present and Defend PIP and UM/UIM Claims
2014
Oregon Law Institute
Advanced Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Issues
2013
Oregon State Bar
Obtaining and Collecting Your Client's Judgment--Show me the Money!
2013
National Business Institute
Litigating the Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claim
2012
National Business Institute
Collections: Seeking and Collecting a Judgment
2011
Oregon State Bar
"Presenting and Defending Uninsured, Underinsured, and PIP Claims in Oregon
2011
National Business Institute
Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Law 101
2009
National Business Institute CLE
Collection Law From Start to Finish
2009
National Business Institute CLE
Advanced Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
2008
National Business Institute CLE
Collection Law from Start to Finish
2008
National Business Institute CLE
Advanced Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
2007
Oregon State Bar CLE
Pleadings and Parties
2007
National Business Institute CLE
Collection Law From Start to Finish
2006
National Business Institute CLE
Collection Law From Start to Finish
2005
OADC Annual Convention
Persuasion Within the State
2005
National Business Institute CLE
How to Successfully Collect on Judgments in Oregon
2004
OADC Fall Seminar
Auto Insurance Repair
2004
National Business Institute
Debt Collection From Start to Finish in Oregon
2004
Multnomah Bar Continuing Law Education
Recent Developments in UM, UIM and PIP Coverage
2003
National Business Institute
Debt Collection From Start to Finish in Oregon
2003
IISOI
Personal Injury Protection and Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
2003
Continuing Law Education
Auto Insurance Law and Accident Litigation in Oregon
2002
OADC Annual Convention
What Every Oregon Lawyer Should Know About Washington PIP & UIM
2002
Multnomah Bar Continuing Law Education
Recent Developments in UM, UIM and PIP Coverage
2001
OSB Continuing Law Education
Fundamentals of Oregon Civil Trial Procedure
2001
OADC Annual Convention
UM/UIM Issues
2000
Oregon Casualty Adjusters
Five Strategies to Reduce Your Bottom Line in UM/UIM Cases
2000
OADC Fall Seminar
Tips for Defense Counsel and Adjusters in Dealing with UM/UIM Claims
1999
OSB Insurance Law Continuing Law Education
UM, UIM Strategies & Developments
N/A
Oregon Civil Trial Procedure
Collecting Judgments in Oregon
Publications
2012
Jordan Ramis Website
Oregon Supreme Court Decision Expands Attorney Fee Exposure on Insurance Cases
2008
Vancouver Business Journal
FDIC Insured: What Does it Really Mean?
2008
Vancouver Business Journal
Federal and State Laws Designed to Curb Identity Theft Impact Business
2007
Vancouver Business Journal
New Electronic Discovery Rules Impact Business
2007
Vancouver Business Journal
Impact of New Wireless Communication Limits on Business
2007
Vancouver Business Journal
Insurance Coverage Considerations for the Business Owner
2003
Supplement Oregon State Bar Insurance CLE, Chapter 19
UM, UIM and PIP Coverage
1999
Supplement Oregon State Bar Insurance CLE, Chapter 19
UM, UIM and PIP Coverage
Languages
English