Scott Staples

Scott Staples is a Washington and Oregon–licensed personal injury attorney focused on advocating for injured individuals and families. He has built a career handling complex injury disputes involving motor vehicle crashes, unsafe property conditions, animal attacks, and construction-related incidents. His work emphasizes careful case evaluation, strategic litigation, and persistent pursuit of fair outcomes.

Scott began his academic path with a Bachelor of Arts in English from Washington State University Vancouver, earning cum laude. He then completed his legal education at Willamette University College of Law, where he received his Juris Doctorate with cum laude honors. This educational foundation strengthened his analytical writing, advocacy, and courtroom preparation skills.

Scott has represented clients across a wide range of injury matters, including auto collisions, premises liability claims, watercraft accidents, and worksite injuries. His litigation experience includes arguing and prevailing before the Washington State Supreme Court, demonstrating his ability to manage high-level legal issues and complex insurance disputes with confidence.

Scott is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Washington and Oregon. He maintains active membership in professional legal organizations, including the Washington State Bar Association, Oregon State Bar Association, American Association for Justice, Washington State Association for Justice, and Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, supporting continued legal development and ethical practice.

Scott also contributes time to community-focused legal services through volunteer efforts with the Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Housing Justice Project. His involvement reflects a commitment to improving access to justice while supporting individuals facing housing-related legal challenges and financial uncertainty.

Scott approaches every case with a balance of preparation, clear communication, and client-focused strategy. He works closely with injured clients to explain legal options, manage expectations, and guide them through negotiations or litigation with professionalism and steady advocacy.

Scott Staples continues to serve injured individuals with a results-driven approach grounded in experience and diligence. His practice reflects a commitment to protecting legal rights, navigating complex insurance issues, and helping clients move forward after serious injuries through thorough representation and trusted legal guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Schauermann Thayer
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, Washington State Bar Association
• Member, Oregon State Bar Association
• Eagle Member, Washington State Association for Justice
• Member, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Clark County Bar Association
• Member, Multnomah Bar Association

Licensed State

• Oregon
• Washington

Education

• Willamette University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude
• Washington State University
  Bachelor of Arts Cum Laude

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