Atty. Kenneth E. Hepworth

Atty. Kenneth E. Hepworth

Ken Hepworth is senior counsel in the Portland of WSHB. He is a trial attorney with over twenty years of litigation experience.

Portland Portland 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Kenneth E. Hepworth at a glance

Kenneth E. Hepworth is a Senior Counsel based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Washington Oregon (1992). Educated at Seattle University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Western Washington University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Washington State Bar Association King County Bar Association. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ken Hepworth is senior counsel in the Portland of WSHB
  • He is a trial attorney with over twenty years of litigation experience
  • Ken has handled hundreds of personal injury cases, including those involving spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, severe burns, and wrongful death
  • In addition, he has appeared and argued before all three divisions of the Washington State Court of Appeals
  • Ken's previous experience includes working as a senior trial attorney for a major insurance carrier
  • Ken holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell
  • He is admitted to practice in Oregon and Washington
  • In the News •Employer Cleared of Liability in High Stakes Litigation on Appeal Honors & Recognitions •AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth E. Hepworth's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth E. Hepworth handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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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Product Liability

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kenneth E. Hepworth

Where is Kenneth E. Hepworth's law office located?
Kenneth E. Hepworth's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth E. Hepworth handle?
Kenneth E. Hepworth focuses on personal injury, product liability, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Kenneth E. Hepworth practiced law?
Kenneth E. Hepworth has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Kenneth E. Hepworth go to law school?
Kenneth E. Hepworth earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Kenneth E. Hepworth for a consultation?
You can contact Kenneth E. Hepworth directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Kenneth E. Hepworth received?
Kenneth E. Hepworth's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Seattle University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Western Washington University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington Oregon
Admitted: 1992

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