
Charles Paulson, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Over 68 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Retired PartneratPaulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC
Lake Oswego, OR
Practicing medical malpractice in Lake Oswego since 1958.
- 68+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Charles Paulson is a retired partner based in Lake Oswego, OR. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death. Charles has over 68 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Lake Oswego, OR
- Experience
- over 68 years
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury · Wrongful Death
- Handles Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death matters from Lake Oswego, OR.
- Over 68 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Charles Paulson: Charles Paulson is a retired partner based in Lake Oswego, OR. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death. Charles has over 68 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Charles takes on
Charles concentrates on medical malpractice, personal injury, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Charles handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Wrongful Death
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Medical Malpractice cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Charles takes medical malpractice matters in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Charles agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Charles takes personal injury matters in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Charles agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Lake Oswego, Oregon
Charles takes wrongful death matters in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Charles agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Charles Paulson — medical malpractice lawyer in Lake Oswego
Charles Paulson is a retired partner based in Lake Oswego, OR. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Wrongful Death. Charles has over 68 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Named Distinguished Lawyers of the Year, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, 2000. Listed in "Best Lawyers in America." Distinguished Graduate, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College, 1998. Member, Oregon Public Defenders Committee, 1974-1978. Member, Oregon Council on Court Procedures, 1977-1981. Member of the American College of Trial Lawyers.
Working with Charles on a medical malpractice matter
Named Distinguished Lawyers of the Year, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, 2000. Listed in "Best Lawyers in America." Distinguished Graduate, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College, 1998. Member, Oregon Public Defenders Committee, 1974-1978. Member, Oregon Council on Court Procedures, 1977-1981. Member of the American College of Trial Lawyers.
Clients Charles works with
Charles reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice, personal injury, and wrongful death matters in Lake Oswego and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College
J.D. · 1958
Portland State College Reed College
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Jurisdictions
Charles's state bar admissions
Oregon
1958 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1958 · ACTIVE
Charles studied at J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and — in Portland State College Reed College.
Law school and academic background
Charles completed J.D. in Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College and — in Portland State College Reed College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Charles runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Charles has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Charles's professional memberships and bar associations
American College of Trial Lawyers
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Locations
Charles Paulson's office in Lake Oswego
Charles's primary office is at 385 First Street, Suite 217, Lake Oswego, OR, 97209. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys PC
385 First Street, Suite 217
Lake Oswego, OR 97209
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How to hire Charles Paulson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Charles usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Charles charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Charles will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Lake Oswego, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Charles
Charles discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Charles confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Charles's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Charles Paulson
How much does it cost to hire Charles for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Charles walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Charles offer a free consultation?
Charles charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Charles's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Charles's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Charles gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Charles take my case if I'm outside Lake Oswego?
Charles is licensed in Oregon. Matters governed by Oregon law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Charles will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Charles?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Charles will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Charles accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Charles's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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