Rob Kline: The Portland Attorney You Need
Rob began his legal career at a mid-sized law firm representing insurance companies that defend personal injury claims. He later joined a 180-lawyer firm, where he represented large corporations and insurance companies. These roles gave him firsthand experience with how institutional defendants approach injury claims, evaluate potential liability, and prepare their defense.
Today, Rob puts that knowledge and experience to work for injured individuals. Having represented the institutions his clients now face, he brings a valuable perspective to the challenges of pursuing justice and fair compensation. His background helps him examine a claim from both sides, anticipate opposing arguments, and prepare a case with those challenges in mind.
For people dealing with an injury, the legal process can add uncertainty to an already difficult situation. Medical expenses, interruptions to work, and concerns about recovery can make decisions feel overwhelming. Rob’s practice focuses on representing individuals who must bring injury claims against corporations and insurance companies, giving them an advocate as they navigate that process.
Rob is admitted to practice in all state and federal courts in Oregon, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Based in Portland, his firm serves clients throughout Oregon. His experience representing both institutional defendants and injured individuals informs the perspective he brings to each case.
Recognized for Professional Excellence
Rob holds an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating from LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell. This distinction reflects the confidential opinions of fellow members of the bar and recognizes the highest level of professional excellence in legal ability and ethical standards.
Peer recognition offers prospective clients another way to evaluate an attorney’s professional standing. Rob’s AV Preeminent rating complements his experience and reflects the assessment of other legal professionals familiar with his work.
Rob has also been rated 10.0 out of 10.0 by Avvo, earning the platform’s “Superb Lawyer” designation.
Rob Is Qualified to Represent You
Choosing an attorney is an important step after an injury. Rob Kline brings extensive personal injury experience and an understanding of the corporations and insurance companies that injured people often face. He now uses that background to help individuals pursue justice and fair compensation.
If you or someone you love has been injured, contact Kline Personal Injury Law for a free, confidential case evaluation. It is an opportunity to explain what happened, discuss your concerns, and learn more about your legal options.
Awards and Honors
- President, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2023-present)
- Appointed Member, Referral Fees Committee, Oregon State Bar (2018-2019)
- Member, Board of Governors, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2011-present)
- Elected Delegate, House of Delegates, Oregon State Bar (2009-present)
- President’s Circle, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2006-present)
- Master Bencher, Gus J. Solomon Inns of Court (2005-present)
- Recipient, Volunteer of the Year Award, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2015)
- Mentor, New Lawyer Mentoring Program, Oregon State Bar (2012)
- Co-Chair, Membership Committee, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2011-2014)
- Program Co-Planner, Litigating Auto Accident Cases, Oregon Law Institute, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College (2011-2013)
- Co-Chair, Motor Vehicles Section, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2009-2012)
- Graduate, Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College (2009)
- MBA Judicial Screening Committee, Multnomah Bar Association Award of Merit (2009)
- Participant, William A. Barton Litigation Boot Camp III (2008-2009)
- Member, Judicial Screening Committee, Multnomah Bar Association (2008-2011)
- Member, Court Liaison Committee, Multnomah Bar Association (2006-2008)
- Co-Chair, Education Committee, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2006-2009)
- Member, Education Committee, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2004-2005)
- Participant, National Institute for Trial Advocacy, Northwest Regional Program (2004)
- Member, Young Lawyers Division, Federal Bar Association (2001-2003)
Education
- University of Oregon School of Law, J.D.
- Articles Editor, Oregon Law Review
- University of Colorado at Boulder, B.A., Political Science
Publications
- Kline, R.C., “Oregon Pedestrian Law Guide 2.0,” Chapter 4C, Automobile Litigation Deskbook, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2020)
- Kline, R.C., “Children Need Lawyers: Part Two, How Children Harmed by DHS Lose their Rights & Proposed Reforms to Preserve Them,” Juvenile Law Reader (Spring 2018)
- Kline, R.C., “Children Need Lawyers: Part One, Tort Claims and the Juvenile Dependency Lawyer,” Juvenile Law Reader (Winter 2017)
- Kline, R.C., “Oregon Pedestrian Law Guide,” Chapter 4C, Automobile Litigation Deskbook, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (2015)
- Kline, R.C., “Minor Injury Claims & Attorney Fees,” Trial Lawyer, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (Fall 2007)
- Kline, R.C., “Responsive Pleadings: Answers, Affirmative Defenses and Replies,” Oregon Civil Pleading and Practice, OSB Legal Publications, 2006 and 2001 Supplements (2006, 2001)
- Kline, R.C., Co-author with Stephen F. English, “Jury Bias In The Wake Of Enron & Other Corporate Scandals,” Litigation Journal, Oregon State Bar Litigation Section (August 2003)
Speaking
- Doing Well By Doing Right: Getting Justice For Injured Clients Under The Residential Landlord Tenant Act And Getting Paid For Your Work, New Lawyers Section, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (October 2010)
- Motor Vehicles Practice, Basic Law for the New Practitioner: What You Should Have Learned in Law School, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (October 2009)
- Panelist, Starting A Law Practice, Oregon State Bar Annual Meeting (October 2004)