Justin M. Thorp
Bodyfelt Mount LLP • Portland, OR
Construction DevelopmentInsurancePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(866) 645-7309
Address
319 SW Washington Street, Portland, OR, 97204, US
Professional
About
Justin M. Thorp is a distinguished attorney at Bodyfelt Mount LLP in Portland, Oregon, where he serves as Of Counsel. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his practice, which centers on insurance law, personal injury claims, and appellate advocacy in both Oregon and Washington. Before re-entering the legal field in 2011, Justin was a commercial law lecturer at RMIT International University in Vietnam, where he shaped the next generation of legal minds. His previous experience includes a partnership at the esteemed firm Martin, Bischoff, Templeton, Langslet & Hoffman, LLP, where he honed his skills in navigating complex legal challenges. Justin's expertise extends to insurance coverage disputes, product liability cases, and robust defense strategies, making him a trusted advocate for clients facing intricate legal matters. He is particularly passionate about civil liberties and has volunteered as an attorney for the ACLU of Oregon, where he has championed several significant free speech cases. His commitment to the legal profession is further demonstrated by his past role as a board member of the U.S. District Court of Oregon Historical Society. An accomplished speaker, Justin has contributed his insights on insurance coverage and defense topics at numerous Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars. His dedication to excellence in the legal field earned him recognition on the Oregon Super Lawyers list of Rising Stars in 2012, an accolade awarded to only 2.5% of attorneys statewide. With a strong focus on client service and a proven track record of success, Justin M. Thorp is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal solutions tailored to meet the needs of his clients in Portland and beyond.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
1997 University of Oregon School of Law JD - Juris Doctor, Order of the Coif 1994 Willamette University BA - Bachelor of Arts, cum laude
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2012 Rising Star, Super Lawyers 1997 Graduated in the top 10% of the class, University of Oregon School of Law 1997 Honors in Legal Research & Writing, University of Oregon School of Law 1997 Order of the Coif, University of Oregon School of Law 1994 Graduated in the top 10% of the class, Willamette University
Publications
2014 Oregon Association of Defense Counsel Newsletter One Occurrence or More? Determining Multiple Occurrence/Accident Limits in Liability Policies 1996 Oregon Law Review (Associate Editor) 1996 University of California, Davis Law Review Avoiding Serious Constitutional Doubts: The Supreme Court's Construction of Statutes Raising Free Speech Concerns (Research Assistant)
Associations
2002 - Present Multnomah Bar Association Member 1999 - Present Washington State Bar Association Member 1997 - Present Order of the Coif Member 1997 - Present Oregon State Bar Member Defense Research Institute Member
Speaking
2011 RMIT International University Vietnam Courses Commercial Law (contracts, negligence, product liability) and Negotiations 2010 RMIT International University Vietnam Courses Commercial Law (contracts, negligence, product liability) and Negotiations
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Updated: Jul 02, 2026