John Coletti Recognized by 2026 The Best Lawyers

Posted on October 10, 2025 writen by Jane Paulson in Firm News

When families in Portland face devastating injuries, they want an advocate who has proven results in the courtroom and recognition among peers. That is why John Coletti, recognized by 2026 The Best Lawyers, is more than a title; it represents decades of trial advocacy, consistent leadership, and life-changing outcomes for clients across Oregon. At Paulson Coletti, we believe this honor reflects our mission to stand up for those who need justice the most.

2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America

The 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America highlights attorneys nationwide who have demonstrated professional excellence through peer review. According to Best Lawyers, John Coletti received recognition in Admiralty and Maritime Law, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs. These honors show his ability to handle complex, high-stakes cases on behalf of injured individuals.

What makes this award meaningful is how it is earned. Attorneys do not apply or pay for inclusion. Best Lawyers relies on confidential evaluations from other lawyers. For clients in Portland, that means this recognition comes from the legal community itself, signaling proven advocacy they can rely on. 

In Oregon, professionalism and ethics are not just ideals; they are codified expectations under the Oregon State Bar’s rules of conduct. Recognition through Best Lawyers shows that John consistently meets and exceeds those expectations, year after year. For families pursuing a personal injury or medical negligence case, this award offers reassurance that their attorney is not only experienced in the courtroom but also respected within the legal community. That level of trust can make a huge difference when going up against hospitals, insurers, or large corporations in Portland courtrooms.

Best Lawyers is not simply a directory. Attorneys are evaluated by their peers for professionalism, ethics, and results. When we share that John Coletti, recognized by 2026 The Best Lawyers, it means other trial attorneys across the nation have acknowledged his dedication to justice, for clients seeking representation in Portland, which translates into confidence that their attorney is trusted, respected, and proven in the courtroom.

John has long focused on cases that demand meticulous preparation and relentless advocacy, and his work as a trusted personal injury lawyer in Portland reflects the commitment recognized by this award.

About John Coletti

John Coletti has built a reputation through verdicts that hold corporations and negligent parties accountable. As detailed in his attorney profile, his career includes landmark results that have changed lives:

• We represented survivors of the 2020 Labor Day Fires and secured a $49 million verdict against PacifiCorp, exposing the devastating consequences of corporate inaction.
• We fought for the family of a mother killed by an impaired driver while waiting at a bus stop, obtaining a $20.365 million verdict that brought accountability and closure.
• We stood with a man whose leg was traumatically amputated in a crosswalk collision, achieving a $13.9 million verdict against a negligent garbage truck company.

Each verdict tells a story of resilience and accountability. These outcomes are not just numbers; they represent families who finally received justice. For John, the award from Best Lawyers reflects the same passion he brings to every client’s case. John Coletti, recognized by 2026 The Best Lawyers, carries real weight in our community because it mirrors results that matter.

About Paulson Coletti Trial Attorneys

Our Portland-based trial team focuses on catastrophic injury and medical negligence cases. We prepare every case as though it will go before a jury, a philosophy that has produced results across Oregon and Washington. Our team includes Jane Paulson, whose record demonstrates the same drive for accountability:

• We resolved a $9 million settlement for a delay in diagnosing sepsis during pregnancy that tragically resulted in amputations.
• We achieved an $18 million verdict for the family of a young man struck and killed by a Greyhound bus.
• We secured a $7.8 million settlement for a teenager whose heart defect went undiagnosed, a preventable error that changed a family’s life.

When John Coletti, recognized by 2026 The Best Lawyers, alongside Jane Paulson’s results, it reinforces the depth and consistency of our trial approach. Together, we are known for recognition and for delivering justice in complex, emotionally charged cases.

Contact us Today

At the end of the day, honors like Best Lawyers reflect the dedication we bring to every client’s fight for justice. John Coletti, recognized by 2026 The Best Lawyers, is more than an achievement; it is proof of the trial-tested representation we provide.

If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury, speak directly with a Portland personal injury lawyer who has earned national recognition and proven results. Call Paulson Coletti today at 503-226-6361  to schedule your free consultation.