Art Stevens
Arthur W. Stevens III (Art Stevens) has practiced law in Oregon for more than three decades, representing injured workers and disabled individuals in workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, and catastrophic injury matters. His work reflects a commitment to careful preparation, sound judgment, and steady advocacy.
Mr. Stevens has represented thousands of individuals whose claims were denied or disputed, guiding them through administrative proceedings and, when necessary, federal court review. His practice regularly involves complex medical and vocational issues requiring both technical understanding and practical judgment.
He is admitted to practice in all Oregon state courts, the United States District Court for the District of Oregon, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the Supreme Court of the United States. He has handled a substantial number of state and federal appeals and has extensive experience in administrative hearings, including Social Security matters across multiple states and Oregon proceedings.
Mr. Stevens also works in tandem with other attorneys in the firm on catastrophic personal injury, nursing home, employment, and abuse cases, assisting in the development of medical and damages evidence and conducting complex medical depositions.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Stevens represented insurance interests—an experience that continues to inform his approach to evaluating claims and developing effective strategies.
He spent part of his early life abroad, including time in Asia and Brazil, and was educated at Whitman College, the University of Southern California, and Lewis & Clark Law School. He has also completed advanced study in negotiation through executive programs at Harvard Law School.
He has been recognized by his peers with the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards and is a recipient of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association’s Doug Swanson Award of Excellence, recognizing outstanding work in workers’ compensation law.
His practice reflects a traditional approach to the profession, emphasizing preparation, credibility, and professional responsibility.
Outside of his practice, he enjoys time with his family, cycling and motorcycling, travel, theatre, gardening, playing the guitar, and an interest in historic and notable hotels.
Art’s Areas of Expertise
Art’s practice is defined by depth and breadth. His areas of expertise include:
- Social Security Disability
- Workers’ Compensation
- Head and Brain Trauma
- Toxic Exposures
- Orthopedic Injuries
- Paralysis
- Psychological Injuries and Disorders
- Neurological and Neuromuscular Diseases
- Chemical Exposures and Burns
- Occupational Diseases and Injuries
- Idiopathic Falls
- Stress Disorders
- Neoplastic Diseases and Cancers
- Genetic Diseases and Childhood Disabilities
- Eye Injuries and Diseases
He has a particular focus on cases that involve complex legal and medical causation questions, insurance and disability denials, and conditions that affect an individual’s ability to work. His Social Security Disability practice is dedicated to helping hardworking people who find themselves facing financial and personal uncertainty after illness or injury. Art’s clients benefit from his meticulous preparation, his ability to explain complicated legal issues in plain language, and his steadfast commitment to achieving fair outcomes. The system is not always fair, and he hates telling his clients the hard realities that some cases cannot be achieved, but he believes in being frank about potential outcomes that are less than ideal.
Art also works on the medical damages side of the civil personal injury practice, handling medical depositions and expert workup to obtain the best value for the firm’s clients.
Professional Memberships and Licenses
Art is licensed to practice law in:
- All Oregon State Courts
- U.S. Federal District Court for the District of Oregon
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- Supreme Court of the United States
Art is a sustaining member of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR), the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Attorneys (OWCA), and the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA). His involvement in these organizations reflects his ongoing commitment to professional excellence and advocacy for plaintiffs’ rights. He has been a part of the Oregon State Bar Workers’ Compensation Executive Committee and is currently a volunteer on the Oregon State Bar’s disciplinary committee.
Awards and Recognition
Over the years, Art’s work has been recognized by both peers and professional organizations. He completed the Harvard Negotiation Master Class, an advanced program for experienced negotiators that further refined his ability to advocate effectively in high-stakes situations. In 2010, he received the Oregon Trial Workers Association Outstanding Workers’ Compensation Attorney award, honoring his exceptional contributions to the field.
He earned the AV Preeminent® rating in 2010, which is the highest peer rating standard for legal expertise and ethical standards.
Life Beyond the Law
Art enjoys tennis, fishing, cycling, motorcycles, and theatre. His daughters live on both coasts, taking him to Los Angeles and Maine several times a year.
A Lasting Commitment to Advocacy
Art Stevens’ career is defined by his unwavering commitment to helping those who need it most. Whether he’s litigating a complex workers’ compensation claim or guiding a client through the Social Security Disability process, he combines legal expertise with empathy and determination. He enjoys his work, feeling fortunate to have a calling that makes a difference.
Awards
Arthur W. Stevens III received the AV Preeminent® Rating the highest level of professional excellence for legal expertise and ethical standards, one of the most distinguished awards an attorney can receive.
