About Jane
Jane Paulson: Dedicated Legal Advocate for Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice Cases
Jane Paulson is a highly respected and accomplished attorney renowned for her unwavering commitment to securing justice for individuals and families who have suffered devastating injuries due to the negligence of others. With over two decades of experience, she has consistently achieved significant multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts, earning her a place among the most successful trial lawyers in Oregon.
Jane’s career is built on a foundation of compassion, strategic legal expertise, and a deep understanding of the complexities of personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. She relentlessly advocates for her clients, providing comprehensive legal representation and pursuing every available avenue to obtain fair and just compensation.
For 20 years, Jane has been recognized as a Best Lawyer, a testament to her exceptional legal skills and dedication. Her consistent inclusion in Best Lawyers in America, Oregon Super Lawyer (Oregon Top 10), Oregon’s Top 25 Women Super Lawyers, and Portland’s Best Lawyers solidifies her position as a leading legal professional. She is also listed in Best Attorney USA since 2011.
A Legacy of Leadership and Advocacy
Jane’s contributions extend far beyond the courtroom. She has been an integral part of the legal community for decades, demonstrating exceptional leadership and service. She previously served on the Board of the Oregon Trial Lawyer’s Association (OTLA) from 1995 to 2006, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the organization's direction and advocating for access to justice. As one of Oregon’s two American Trial Lawyer Association Delegates from 2000 to 2004, and as President of OTLA from 2004 to 2005, Jane has consistently championed the rights of injured individuals and fostered collaboration within the legal profession.
Recognitions and Awards – A Testament to Excellence
Jane’s dedication and achievements have garnered numerous prestigious accolades. She was honored in 2012 by being invited to join the American College of Trial Lawyers, a distinction reserved for lawyers considered by their peers to be the best in their states or provinces. As the Oregon Chapter's first woman President (2015-2016), she shattered a longstanding barrier and demonstrated exceptional leadership. She has also been recognized with the Oregon Women Lawyers' Betty Roberts Award (2015) for her outstanding contributions to promoting women in the legal profession and the Multnomah Bar Professionalism Award (2017) for upholding the highest ethical standards. Notably, in 2008, she received the Oregon State Bar President’s Special Award of Appreciation for her efforts in promoting access to justice in Oregon. Her commitment to excellence was further acknowledged in 2006 with the Oregon Trial Lawyers’ Association Volunteer of the Year award.
Areas of Expertise – Navigating Complex Legal Challenges
Jane Paulson focuses her practice on representing individuals and families in the most serious personal injury and medical malpractice cases. Her expertise encompasses:
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs: She specializes in holding negligent medical professionals accountable for errors that result in catastrophic injuries and long-term suffering. This includes cases involving surgical errors, misdiagnosis, medication errors, and birth injuries.
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs: Jane aggressively pursues compensation for individuals injured due to the negligence of others, including auto accidents, slip and fall accidents, and product liability claims.
- Special Focus Areas: She has extensive experience and a proven track record in litigating the following complex cases: Automobile Collision, Birth Trauma, Brain Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Dental, Medical Malpractice, Medical Negligence, Nursing Homes, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Product Liability, and Wrongful Death.
Professional Affiliations and Membership – A Network of Excellence
Jane Paulson’s professional network reflects her standing within the legal community. She is a member of the invitation-only International Academy of Trial Lawyers and Summit Council, demonstrating her elite status among legal professionals. Her father, Chuck Paulson, is also a member of the American College of Trial Lawyers, creating a unique father-daughter team within this prestigious organization.
Education and Credentials – A Foundation of Legal Excellence
- Recognition: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2011
- City: Lake Oswego
- State: Oregon
- Country: United States
- Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Awards: Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2026), Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2024), Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2020), Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2018), Recognized: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Bar Admissions: (Information Missing – To be added)
If you or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of another, contact Jane Paulson today to discuss your case and explore your legal options. Her dedication, experience, and unwavering commitment to her clients make her the ideal advocate for your personal injury or medical malpractice claim.
Professional Affiliations
Awards & Recognition
- Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2026)
- Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2024)
- Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2020)
- Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, Portland, OR (2018)
- Recognized: Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Practice Area: Medical Malpractice Law
- Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation
- Special Focus: Automobile Collision
- Special Focus: Birth Trauma
- Special Focus: Brain Injury
- Special Focus: Catastrophic Injury
- Special Focus: Dental
- Special Focus: Medical Malpractice
- Special Focus: Medical Negligence
- Special Focus: Nursing Homes
- Special Focus: Personal Injury
- Special Focus: Premises Liability
- Special Focus: Product Liability
- Special Focus: Wrongful Death
- 2021 Oregon Trial Lawyer Association's Distinguished Trial Lawyer
- 2015 Oregon Women Lawyers' Betty Roberts Award (for promoting women in the legal profession and the community)
- 2008 Oregon State Bar President's Special Award of Appreciation (for outstanding leadership in promoting access to justice in Oregon)
- 2006 Oregon Trial Lawyers' Association Volunteer of the Year
- 2017 Multnomah Bar Association Professionalism Award (for highest ethical standards and exemplary conduct in the practice of law)