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Gary Johnson, Attorney at law in Bend, Oregon

ABOUT GARY R. JOHNSON

Gary R. Johnson has been practicing as a personal injury lawyer since 1994. He started out as a defense attorney, representing major insurance and Fortune 100 companies. As the leading trial attorney for a Bend personal injury law firm, he then turned to advocating for those who were injured through no fault of their own. He has since used his extensive experience with insurance companies to help assure that his clients are fully and fairly compensated for their injuries.

Gary has tried and won numerous cases in the state and federal courts, and has argued cases before the State Court of Appeals. He has held a bar license in Oregon since 1993, Washington since 1996, and Arizona since 2022, and is licensed to practice before the US District Court and the US Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

His law firm has received the highest AV preeminent rating by Martindale Hubbell.

Philosophy

Above all else, I believe in fairness. People harmed in accidents should receive reasonable compensation for their injuries, and for the hassles they are forced to endure.

More and more, insurance companies are not honoring their commitments anymore. That frustrates me, and makes me work harder to ensure my clients are not taken advantage of. Fairness works both ways though. I also believe people should not try to recover unreasonable amounts just because they were injured.

If you want an experienced personal injury attorney who will fight for your rights – and will fight harder when the going gets tough – I’m your man.

Gary is an excellent personal injury lawyer. He did the best job settling my case. I would highly recommend him to anyone dealing with an injury.”

– Macey C., Google Review

Personal Injury Lawyer Bend Oregon Gary R. Johnson

Hobbies

My hobbies have included coaching my kids’ sports teams, downhill and cross-country skiing, road and mountain biking, kayaking, running, swimming, and competing in the Pole, Pedal, Paddle and local triathlons. I believe that exercise is important for a healthy life and plays a vital role in helping people recover from injuries.

Education

Lewis & Clark Law School, JD 1993
University of Washington, B.S. Psychology, minor in Mathematics 1987

Professional Experience

G.R. Johnson Law Firm 2016 – present
Head of Litigation Dept., Hurley Re, P.C. 2003 – 2016
Hoffman, Hart & Wagner, LLP 1996 – 2003
Schneider, Hooton, P.C. 1994 – 1996

Law Associations

Oregon State Bar 1993 – present
Washington State Bar 1996 – present
Arizona State Bar 2022 – present
Oregon US District Court 1994 – present
US 9th Circuit Court of Appeals 1994 – present
Oregon Trial Lawyers Association 2016 – present
Deschutes County Bar Association 1999 – present
American Inns of Court 1994 – present
Oregon Association of Defense Counsel 1996 – 2016
Kiwanis Club of Redmond 1999 – 2016
Multnomah Bar Associationn 1994 – 1999

Awards & Ratings

4.9 out of 5.0 AV Preeminent Rating for the Highest Level of Professional Excellence from Martindale Hubbell
American Jurisprudence Academic Award

Testimonials

Before you hire a personal injury attorney, be sure to read what my clients had to say about their experience working with me!

And remember – there is never a fee to simply talk to me. Email or call me today, and I’m happy to help you.

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