Atty. Eric A. Kekel
Eric Kekel is a partner at Dunn Carney who leads the Insurance Defense Team. His practice focuses on construction law, commercial litigation, catastrophic personal injury defense, insurance defense and insurance coverage.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR
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About Eric A. Kekel at a Glance
Eric A. Kekel is a personal injury and construction attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Dunn Carney LLP. Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric A. Kekel
- Eric Kekel is a partner at Dunn Carney who leads the Insurance Defense Team
- His practice focuses on construction law, commercial litigation, catastrophic personal injury defense, insurance defense and insurance coverage
- Eric handles an array of litigated matters, including construction claims, business and contract disputes, products liability, and a variety of personal injury defense
- Eric has special expertise in defending construction defect and design claims, many involving complex design and engineering issues, mechanical system issues and moisture penetration
- He has represented developers, architects, engineers, general contractors and subcontractors
- As the high-rise market has grown in Oregon and Washington, Eric has been at the forefront of defending high-rise construction and design defect claims
- He was among the first to defend high-rise construction defect claims with his representation of the developers involved in Portland’s South Waterfront
- With entirely different issues surrounding high-rise and low-rise development, Eric is well-known for his experience with both
- Clients consistently rely on Eric to fully and fairly evaluate the liability and damages of a case
- claims have ranged from a few hundred thousand dollars to more than $120 million
- Before he gets to the office, Eric has for years started his morning with a run
- He is an avid supporter of both the Oregon State Beavers football team and the Linfield Wildcats football team
- In the fall he is often on the road to root for them
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Eric A. Kekel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric A. Kekel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Personal Injury in Portland
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Construction Law in Portland
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Portland
Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Portland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Portland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Portland Choose Eric A. Kekel
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric A. Kekel's practice in the field of personal injury and construction.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and construction, Eric A. Kekel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Portland
A Portland-based practice means Eric A. Kekel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric A. Kekel Handles in Portland
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