Kenneth E. Hepworth, General Attorney in Portland, Oregon
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
Senior CounselatWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
Portland, OR
Practicing general in Portland since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 20 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kenneth E. Hepworth is a senior counsel based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Kenneth has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
- Based in
- Portland, OR
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Portland, OR.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kenneth E. Hepworth: Kenneth E. Hepworth is a senior counsel based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Kenneth has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kenneth E. Hepworth
Kenneth concentrates on general, insurance, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Product Liability
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General cases in Portland, Oregon
Kenneth takes general matters in Portland, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Portland, Oregon
Kenneth takes insurance matters in Portland, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Portland, Oregon
Kenneth takes personal injury matters in Portland, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Portland, Oregon
Kenneth takes product liability matters in Portland, 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kenneth E. Hepworth — Over 34 years of Oregon general experience
Kenneth E. Hepworth is a senior counsel based in Portland, OR. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Kenneth has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 20 client reviews.
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
How Kenneth handles general matters
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…
The kind of cases Kenneth takes
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and personal injury matters in Portland and the surrounding Oregon area.
Credentials
Kenneth E. Hepworth's legal education and bar admissions
Seattle University School of Law
J.D. · 1990
Western Washington University
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
Washington Oregon
1992 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and B.A. in Western Washington University.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed J.D. in Seattle University School of Law and B.A. in Western Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Oregon is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kenneth E. Hepworth
Kenneth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations
Washington State Bar Association King County Bar Association
membership
Locations
Kenneth E. Hepworth's office in Portland
Kenneth's primary office is at 12755 SW 69th Avenue, Suite 100, Portland, OR, 97202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
12755 SW 69th Avenue, Suite 100
Portland, OR 97202
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Client reviews of Kenneth E. Hepworth — 5.0/5 rating from 20 verified client reviews
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How to hire Kenneth E. Hepworth — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth'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; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Portland, Oregon
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Kenneth
Kenneth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth E. Hepworth
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Oregon typically take?
Simple general 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. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Portland?
Kenneth 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 — Kenneth 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 Kenneth?
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. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new general clients right now?
Kenneth'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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