71/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 106 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Personal Injury Lawyers in Portsmouth, OH: 2026 rankings
48 personal injury lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in Portsmouth: Burnside Brankamp Law, LFR Score 71/100; 4.8★ from 106 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): Woelfel & Woelfel LLP, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 48.
- 15
Most-reviewed: Stapleton Law Offices, 303 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 48 ranked; ranked #15.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
48 Portsmouth personal injury lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 8 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 48 rated law firms.
Top 10 personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burnside Brankamp Law | 71 | 4.8★ (106) | Portsmouth | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Woelfel & Woelfel LLP | 67 | 4.9★ (195) | Huntington, 37 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Jan Dils Attorneys at Law | 66 | 4.7★ (197) | Huntington, 37 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Warner Law Offices, PLLC | 66 | 5.0★ (84) | Huntington, 37 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Macdonald Bruce | 62 | 5.0★ (14) | Ironville, 14 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Delawder Heald & Co | 62 | 4.4★ (32) | Ironton, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | The Faulkner Law Office | 61 | 4.5★ (24) | Portsmouth | — | — |
| 8 | Hatcher Law Office | 61 | 5.0★ (108) | Huntington, 37 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Hensley Law Office, P.S.C. | 61 | 4.7★ (68) | Ironville, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Leasure Oliver, PLLC | 60 | 5.0★ (66) | Huntington, 37 mi away | — | — |
All 48 personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 195 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 197 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 84 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ironville, 14 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Ironton, 22 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Portsmouth
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 108 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ironville, 22 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 96 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ironville, 14 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Ashland, 26 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 303 Google reviews, the most in Portsmouth.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ironton, 22 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#19 Dotson Law PLLC
Based in Ashland, 26 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ironville, 14 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ironton, 22 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 37 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Portsmouth
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ashland, 26 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Huntington, 35 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
All 48 personal injury lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #48, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
Also serving Portsmouth
20 more personal injury lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Austin G. Ervin, Attorney at Law, LLC | 4.8★ (55) | In Portsmouth |
| Beck David B | 5.0★ (4) | In Portsmouth |
| David Kruer & Company, LLC | 4.3★ (4) | In Portsmouth |
| Dearfield Law Firm, LLC | 2.6★ (5) | In Portsmouth |
| Garaczkowski & Hoover | 5.0★ (4) | In Portsmouth |
| George L. Davis lll, Co. | 4.1★ (21) | In Portsmouth |
| Gerlach Franklin T | 4.2★ (20) | In Portsmouth |
| Harcha & Beck, LLC | 3.3★ (7) | In Portsmouth |
| Jesse E. Scott, Attorney at Law | 4.9★ (51) | In Portsmouth |
| Johnson Oliver & Howard LPA | 4.7★ (6) | In Portsmouth |
| Joshua D. Howard | 4.7★ (6) | In Portsmouth |
| Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio - Portsmouth office | 4.0★ (41) | In Portsmouth |
| Marc E. May OVI & Criminal Defense Attorney | 4.6★ (10) | In Portsmouth |
| Marshall Jr John Bell | 3.0★ (4) | In Portsmouth |
| Mc Henry John | 5.0★ (4) | In Portsmouth |
| Richard E Wolfson, Esq. LLC | 4.4★ (7) | In Portsmouth |
| Scioto Law, LLC | 5.0★ (4) | In Portsmouth |
| Stevenson John R | 4.2★ (6) | In Portsmouth |
| Stratton Law Firm | 2.0★ (10) | In Portsmouth |
| The Law Office of Richard M. Nash, Jr. | 4.8★ (103) | In Portsmouth |
How we ranked Portsmouth personal injury lawyers
We scored 48 Portsmouth personal injury lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Portsmouth data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a personal injury lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many personal injury law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask who pays case costs (medical reports, filing fees, records) if there is no recovery, and whether costs come out before or after the lawyer’s percentage.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a personal injury lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Will you or another lawyer handle my case day to day?
- How many cases like mine have you taken to trial?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth: frequently asked questions
Which personal injury lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Portsmouth?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked personal injury lawyer in Portsmouth, OH is Burnside Brankamp Law with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 4.8★ from 106 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Woelfel & Woelfel LLP (#2) and Jan Dils Attorneys at Law (#3) follow. We ranked 48 personal injury lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many personal injury lawyers are there in Portsmouth?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 48 personal injury lawyers serving Portsmouth, OH. 8 of them are based in Portsmouth; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth are open 24/7?
5 ranked personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Burnside Brankamp Law (#1), Woelfel & Woelfel LLP (#2) and Jan Dils Attorneys at Law (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth work on weekends?
8 of 48 ranked personal injury lawyers post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Burnside Brankamp Law (#1), Woelfel & Woelfel LLP (#2) and Jan Dils Attorneys at Law (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Portsmouth personal injury lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 48 rated personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth is 4.7★, with a median of 29 reviews. Stapleton Law Offices has the most, 303 reviews, and ranks #15. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank personal injury lawyers?
Each personal injury lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do personal injury lawyers outside Portsmouth count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Portsmouth city center, our service radius for personal injury lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can personal injury lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth, OH charge?
Most personal injury lawyers work on contingency: the fee is a share of any recovery and nothing is owed if there is none. The ABA Model Rules require a contingent fee agreement in writing, signed by the client, stating the percentage and how case costs are handled. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Is there a deadline to bring an injury claim?
Yes. Every state sets a filing deadline (a statute of limitations) and some are as short as one year; claims against a government body can have even shorter notice periods. Ask a lawyer about the deadline for your claim early. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of personal injury lawyers in Portsmouth, OH ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Portsmouth?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Portsmouth
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 48 personal injury lawyers serving Portsmouth.
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