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Portland, OR · Wrongful death · 2026

Top-Ranked Wrongful Death Lawyers in Portland

A wrongful death claim lets certain family members recover damages when someone dies because of another person's negligence. Who can file, and for what, is set by each state's law.
Updated September 25, 202624 firms evaluatedHow we rank

The ranking

Top Portland wrongful death lawyers

This is the overall personal injury ranking for Portland. Confirm a firm handles wrongful death cases before you hire.

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    Law Offices of Jon Friedman

    5.0164 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    1.5
    Score
    96.4/100
    Call (503) 242-1440Google Maps
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    Moseley Collins Law

    5.01.8K Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #2 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    4.0
    Score
    92.2/100
    Call (503) 210-1990Google Maps
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    Dawson Law Group: Portland Car Accident & Injury Lawyers

    5.0103 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.0
    Score
    91.9/100
    Call (503) 656-0400Google Maps
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    Johnston Law Firm

    4.9170 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    3.0
    Score
    89.5/100
    Call (503) 506-4102Google Maps
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    Tillmann Law | Car Accident and Personal Injury Lawyers

    4.8101 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #6 for "personal injury attorney", #4 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    5.0
    Score
    81.8/100
    Call (503) 406-3883Google Maps
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    Bridge City Law Injury Accident & Injury Lawyers

    4.9264 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #12 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.0
    Score
    77.1/100
    Call (503) 274-0404Google Maps
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    ELG Injury & Accident Lawyers - Portland

    5.0119 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #10 for "personal injury attorney", #8 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    9.0
    Score
    77.1/100
    Call (503) 461-5256Google Maps
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    Rosenbaum Law Group

    4.968 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #10 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.5
    Score
    75.5/100
    Call (503) 288-8000Google Maps
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    Sears Injury Law

    4.8138 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #11 for "personal injury attorney", #5 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    8.0
    Score
    74.1/100
    Call (503) 446-5127Google Maps
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    Portland Legal Group

    5.0578 Google reviews· Portland

    Google Maps position: #15 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"

    Avg. map position
    13.0
    Score
    69.1/100
    Call (503) 902-4260Google Maps

Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank

Know this

What makes wrongful death cases different

  • 1

    Only certain relatives or the estate's representative can file, depending on state law.

  • 2

    Filing deadlines for wrongful death can differ from ordinary injury deadlines.

  • 3

    Damages can include lost financial support, funeral costs and loss of companionship.

Checklist

Evidence to save now

  • Death certificate
  • Police, accident or incident reports
  • Medical records from the final injury or illness
  • Proof of income and financial support
  • Funeral and burial bills

Before you sign

Questions to ask a lawyer

  1. 1.Who in our family has the right to file in this state?
  2. 2.How do you handle a wrongful death claim alongside the estate?
  3. 3.What is your contingency fee and how are costs handled?
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Oregon

Rules that affect your claim

Filing deadline

2 years

For most injury claims (Or. Rev. Stat. § 12.110(1)).

Fault rule

Modified comparative fault (51% bar)

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Or. Rev. Stat. § 31.600)

Car insurance

At-fault (tort) state

The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.

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FAQ

Common questions

How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Oregon?

In most cases, 2 years from the date of the injury (Or. Rev. Stat. § 12.110(1)). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.

What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Oregon?

You can recover as long as you were not more than 50% at fault, and your award is reduced by your share of the blame. (Or. Rev. Stat. § 31.600)

Is Oregon a no-fault car insurance state?

Oregon is an at-fault (tort) state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance pays for the injuries they cause. You can file a claim with their insurer or sue the driver directly.

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