Don Corson

Don Corson is a top trial lawyer famous for representing people injured or killed in catastrophic incidents. Don has dedicated his career to seeking justice for victims of negligence. He focuses on defective products, industrial accidents, medical malpractice, and serious vehicle crashes. His work secures clients’ compensation and fosters change for safety and accountability.

Don’s legal expertise is rooted in an outstanding educational background. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Oregon in 1976, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. He graduated first in his class from the University of Oregon School of Law in 1985. He was Editor-in-Chief of the Oregon Law Review.

Don is a top-rated trial lawyer known for exceptional legal skill and integrity. He holds LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell’s AV Preeminent rating, is consistently recognized as a Super Lawyer, and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2003 for Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Product Liability Litigation. In 2020, the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) named him Distinguished Trial Lawyer of the Year.

Don’s memberships include the American College of Trial Lawyers, the American Board of Trial Advocates, and the National Crime Victims Bar Association. He also served as Chair of Oregon’s Council on Court Procedures, contributing to critical advancements in civil procedure.

Don’s work has profoundly impacted the law. He has won complex cases and made important changes to protect others. His representation of clients has brought justice to those he serves and set legal precedents that promote safety and accountability across industries.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Corson & Johnson Law Firm
• Fellow, American College of Trial Lawyers
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Former President, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, National Crime Victims Bar Association
• Member, Oregon State Bar

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• University of Oregon School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Oregon
  BA in Psychology with Phi Beta Kappa

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