Scott M Cumming
Contact: 541.241.4089 | scott@scottcumming.com
Scott M. Cumming is an experienced personal injury lawyer and the founder of Scott M. Cumming, PC. His diligence, expertise, and commitment to his clients have allowed him to quarterback a docket of approximately 30 personal injury lawsuits in active litigation, establishing his reputation as a tenacious advocate.
Scott graduated in the top 5% of his class from the University of Oregon School of Law, earning him a spot in the prestigious Order of the Coif. As the Managing Editor of the Oregon Law Review and a Liaison for the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Scott sharpened his legal research and writing skills as well as expanded his network, which he now draws upon in his practice. His ability to effectively communicate complex legal issues developed further during his externships with the Honorable Scott Shorr at the Oregon Court of Appeals and the Honorable Jolie Russo at the United States District Court (District of Oregon), where he authored judicial opinions, case summaries, and presented legal issues to the judges. Before establishing his own practice, Scott gained invaluable experience as a trial lawyer at Dwyer Williams Cherkoss, PC, where he ensured his clients’ unique facts were well-represented in negotiations with insurers. He leverages these skills to craft compelling arguments and to navigate complex legal issues in personal injury cases.
Scott’s dedication to the law extends beyond his practice. He is a respected author, with his work published in Oregon Law Review and Environmental Justice. He is also an engaging speaker, having presented at the Brussels Bar Association and DOCACON, as well as serving as a panelist at the Oxford House World Convention.
A summa cum laude graduate in Environmental Policy from the University of Oregon, Scott uses his knowledge of environmental impacts to inform his personal injury work, particularly in cases involving environmental justice issues.
In all his work, Scott believes in the importance of knowing his clients well. He works closely with each client and his support team, ensuring that every case is handled with care, and every client's story is heard. His approach to personal injury law is driven by a commitment to justice, a sharp attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the law.
For effective representation in your personal injury case, contact Scott M Cumming at 541.241.4089 or via email at scott@scottcumming.com.
Practice Areas
- Car accidents
- Insurance claims
- Settlement negotiations
- Diminished value claims
- Total loss (i.e., totaled vehicles)
- Property damage
- Motorcycle and bicycle crashes
- Dog bites and/or attacks
- Defective products
- Dram shop cases (when a bar overserved someone)
- Personal injury
- Premises liability (tripping hazards, etc.)
- Product liability
- Roll-over crashes
- Wrongful death cases
- Catastrophic injury cases
Memberships
- Oregon State Bar
- U.S. District Court for the District the Oregon
- Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
- American Association for Justice
- OTLA Guardians of Civil Justice
- Order of the Coif
- Deschutes County Bar Association
- Lane County Bar Association
- Multnomah County Bar Association
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Eta Sigma Phi
- Association of Recovery in Higher Education