Keith D. Semple - Eugene, OR
Attorney at Johnson Johnson Lucas & Middleton
Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Eugene, OR
975 Oak Street Suite 1050 Citizens Building Eugene, OR 97401 - 3124
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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23
Years
Experience
Eugene Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Workers' Compensation
Attorney Information
Overview
Since 2003, Keith Semple has represented injured workers in Oregon workers’ compensation claims. In that time, he has represented well over a thousand injured workers in every corner of the state, and in all lines of work. Keith pursued a career in law so he could fight for the rights of people who could otherwise be easily outgunned by employers or insurers.
In 2010, Keith added his expertise in workers’ compensation to our team of established attorneys with generations of experience in complex litigation involving catastrophic injury, products liability, and medical negligence. Our combined experience and resources will ensure that every potential claim is considered and every route to recovery is explored.
Keith was raised in rural Illinois. His upbringing in the company of hard working people has given him a sincere and plain spoken approach to helping his clients understand the often complex legal issues involved in their case.
In addition to representing his clients in their individual cases, Keith has become a leading voice at the legislature for the rights of injured workers and reform of the workers’ compensation system. For years, Keith has monitored all the policy developments in the workers’ compensation arena, and has helped harness and coordinate the efforts of those who support injured workers. For this work, Keith was honored with the 2020 Doug Swanson Outstanding Workers’ Compensation Attorney Award by the prior recipients of that award. Keith’s engagement on these issues helps him stay abreast of any changes or developments in the law, sometimes even before they take effect.
In his spare time, Keith enjoys spending time outside with his family taking hikes, teaching his kids to ride bikes and working on his yard and garden. In the winter, Keith enjoys skiing, and hopes to get his kids on the slopes someday. Keith is also a novice photographer, and took the firm pictures featured on the website.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- 2020 Doug Swanson Outstanding Workers' Compensation Attorney Award, Oregon Trial Lawyers Association
- Superlawyers Rising Star
Other Sources of Feedback About Keith D. Semple
Included on the 2016 Oregon Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2015 Oregon Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Oregon Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Oregon Super Lawyers list
- 2012 Oregon Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Arizona State University, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law,
Tempe,
Arizona, 2003
J.D.
Honors: cum laude
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Arizona State University, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law,
Tempe,
Arizona, 2003
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Non Legal Education
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University of Illinois,
Champaign/Urbana,
Illinois
B.A.
Major: Sociology
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University of Illinois,
Champaign/Urbana,
Illinois
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Published Works
Articles
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Author, “Swimming Against the Tide: Lobbying for Re-Reform of the Workers’ Compensation System,” Trial Lawyer Fall 2013
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Co-Author, “Workers’ Compensation,” 2012 Oregon Legislation Highlights, Oregon CLE 2012
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Co-Author, “Workers’ Compensation,” 2009 Oregon Legislation Highlights, Oregon CLE 2009
Bar Admissions
- Oregon, 2003
- U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 2005
Other Affiliations
- Oregon State Bar Workers’ Compensation Section, 2015 - Present (Chair)
- Oregon State Bar (Executive Committee, 2010)
- Oregon State Bar, Workers’ Compensation Section Legislative and Rules Committee (Co-Chair )
- Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, Workers’ Compensation Section, 2003 - Present
- American Association of Justice (AAJ) (Member)
- Lane County Bar Association
Reviews
Highlights
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4.8 Value
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4.8 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Hired Attorney 2022-2023From day one Attorney Semple and his team showed compassion and understanding for my situation. They worked very hard to make things right for me. Their communication was timely and effective. He negotiated perfectly during our settlement conference and got me everything I was entitled to. Thank you!
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Hired Attorney 2022-2023I had a fantastic experience with Keith, my workers' comp lawyer. His expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to my case were exceptional. Keith's dedication ensured a smooth process, and his communication kept me informed every step of the way. I highly recommend Keith for anyone seeking a reliable and effective workers' comp attorney.
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Hired Attorney 2021-2023Keith sample was referred to me by a coworker. He was super easy to deal with. Very helpful and informative. My Workmen’s Comp. insurance company was very difficult to even get on the phone before I got Keith as my attorney. I could not be happier with him. Should I ever needed an attorney again I’ll be calling him!
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Contact
975 Oak Street
Suite 1050
Citizens Building
Eugene, OR 97401 - 3124
Phone: 541-837-1977
Fax: 541-484-0882
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.justicelawyers.com
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