About Jeffrey Paul
Jeffrey Paul Thayer is a personal injury attorney based in Salem, Oregon, with over 25 years of experience in the field. He earned his Juris Doctor from the Northwestern School of Law at Lewis & Clark College in 1998 and his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Linfield College in 1995. Admitted to the Oregon State Bar in 1998 and the Washington State Bar in 2003, Thayer has built a diverse practice focusing on personal injury, medical malpractice, and insurance claims. He has represented clients in various cases, including car accidents, premises liability, and disputes with insurance companies.
Thayer's legal career includes a tenure as a judicial law clerk in the Multnomah County Circuit Court. This gives valuable insights into the judicial process. He has been an active member of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association and the Marion County Bar Association, contributing to the legal community through these affiliations. In 2024, Thayer faced disciplinary action from the Oregon State Bar, resulting in a 30-day suspension, all stayed, pending successful completion of a one-year period of probation.
This action was based on violations of RPC 1.3 (neglect) and RPC 1.4(a) (failure to keep a client informed about the status of a legal matter and failure to promptly respond to the client's reasonable request for information). Thayer maintains offices in Salem, Lake Oswego, Clackamas, and Eugene, Oregon, serving clients across the state. His practice areas include personal injury, medical malpractice, insurance claims, and workers' compensation. In Washington, Thayer's license status is active, and he is eligible to practice law.
He is a member of the Washington State Bar Association, with his admit date on August 29, 2003. Thayer's commitment to his clients is evident through his experience and active participation in professional organizations. Despite facing disciplinary action, he continues to serve clients in Oregon and Washington, focusing on personal injury and related legal matters. For more information or to schedule a consultation, Thayer can be contacted at his Salem office: 235 Front Street SE, Suite 200 Salem, OR 97301 Phone: (971) 301-8592 Email: jthayer@gattilaw.com Thayer's dedication to his clients and his experience make him a valuable resource for those seeking legal assistance in personal injury and related areas.
