John R. Bachofner

John R. Bachofner

Arbitrator & Mediator | Personal Injury, Insurance, Business & Liability Disputes
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Professional Overview

John R. Bachofner is an experienced arbitrator and mediator with over 34 years of civil litigation experience, handling complex disputes across Oregon and Washington. Having participated in hundreds of arbitrations and mediations on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants, he brings deep litigation insight and practical judgment to the resolution process.

A former trial attorney with extensive jury trial experience, Mr. Bachofner is frequently selected to arbitrate and mediate disputes involving personal injury, insurance coverage, business litigation, and professional liability. He now focuses his practice exclusively on alternative dispute resolution through Bachofner Arbitration & Mediation.
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Professional Background
• Founder, Bachofner Arbitration & Mediation (BAM)
• Former Civil Trial Attorney (34+ years)

Extensive experience handling:
• Jury trials (first-chair to verdict)
• Complex insurance and liability litigation
• Business and contract disputes
• Regulatory and agency matters

Mr. Bachofner has represented both corporations and individuals, providing him with a balanced perspective on dispute resolution.
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Mediation & Arbitration Approach

Mr. Bachofner combines extensive trial experience with a practical, efficiency-driven approach to dispute resolution. His approach emphasizes:
• Realistic evaluation of claims and defenses
• Efficient case management
• Balanced consideration of plaintiff and defense perspectives

Focus on reasonable, timely resolution
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