Atty. Rod Kirkpatrick
Mr. Rod Kirkpatrick is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, wills and 4 other areas of law.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Portland, OR · 58+ Years Experience
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About Rod Kirkpatrick at a Glance
Rod Kirkpatrick is an Attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Kirkpatrick Zeitz & Masaoy LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, personal injury, workers comp, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1968). Educated at Willamette University (J.D., 1968) and Portland State University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rod Kirkpatrick
- Mr. Rod Kirkpatrick is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation, wills and 4 other areas of law
- Rod received a B.A. degree from Portland State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Rod practices at Kirkpatrick Zeitz & Masaoy LLP in Portland, OR
Practice Areas Explained
Rod Kirkpatrick's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rod Kirkpatrick handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Portland.
Wills in Portland
Rod Kirkpatrick is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Oregon →
Probate in Portland
Rod Kirkpatrick is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Oregon →
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.
Rod Kirkpatrick is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Oregon →
Workers Compensation in Portland
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Rod Kirkpatrick is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Oregon →
Social Security Disability in Portland
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Rod Kirkpatrick is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Oregon →
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Portland Choose Rod Kirkpatrick
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 Rod Kirkpatrick's practice in the field of wills, probate, personal injury, workers comp, and ssd.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rod Kirkpatrick brings 58+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, probate, and personal injury, Rod Kirkpatrick 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 Rod Kirkpatrick attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Rod Kirkpatrick Handles in Portland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Rod Kirkpatrick has experience with under Oregon law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Rod Kirkpatrick directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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