Best Criminal Defense lawyers in Oregon

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Troy D Nixon

1140 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR

Business Criminal Defense Family Law +3

4.4/5

5.0

8 Reviews

4.3

70 Reviews

03 Oct, 2024 by Aric

Hi Troy, Great job overall. Was given all options and you resolved my case in the most sensible way... I wish I lived there in Portland as I would have gone to court over this crappy charge as it was simply bogus. Aside from that fact, all good and thanks for your help, as you did the best you could for me. Troy and team, you all are great to work with and were all very nice folks. Take care Aric Harold Aric Harold - Client Florida

11 Sep, 2024 by Jeremy strouhal

I highly recommend this firm. Annelisa Smith and her team were extremely responsive and professional group to work with. I had multiple meetings over many months and every interaction was very positive and my issues and questions were fully discussed and had a favorable outcome.

06 Sep, 2024 by Paul schoppe

Troy Nixon took my case when I was in a very stressful and difficult situation. I was so relived that I had someone on my side. Troy was very considerate and explained the situation for best direction to take. The entire team I worked with was outstanding! A special thanks to Lindsay, Paralegal for Troy! I highly recommend this law firm to help you if trouble comes your way. They gave me back my peace of mind so that I could move on!!

Milan E Castillo

1305 Cannon St SE, Salem, OR

Criminal Defense Estate Planning Probate +1 +4

+1 (503) 487-8897

4.4/5

5.0

8 Reviews

3.8

14 Reviews

01 Jul, 2023 by Greg atkin

Great community minded business

25 Jun, 2022 by A african kings sweetestdreams

19 Nov, 2021 by Cynthia campo

The workers here always look so stressed out. Maybe give even some more help?

Gregory T Day

600 NW 5th St, Grants Pass, OR

Adoption Criminal Defense Family Law +2 +5

4.4/5

3.7

6 Reviews

4.6

39 Reviews

27 Aug, 2024 by Tim w.

Eric Fournier provided legal help for my case, I was extremely happy to be able to get him as my lawyer. Not only did he provide every single detail to me and explain everything, but any time I had a question; he had an answer and right away. I cannot tell you how many times I felt nervous or uneasy, and I'd reach out and he would call or text immediately and reassure me. The entire staff were also very polite and treated me with respect. Thank you Eric!

09 May, 2024 by Jesse price

Galli is about as shady and dishonest as they come. Truly a stain on the community.

12 Oct, 2023 by Isaac

Very honest and aren't in it to just take your money. I'll come to them again when I need legal help.

Dillon H Duxbury

221 3rd Ave SW, Albany, OR

Business Criminal Defense Estate Planning +3

4.4/5

4.4

21 Reviews

10 Feb, 2024 by Jessica stansbury

16 Sep, 2023 by Mike morris

Don’t waste your money. Look around for a real attorney.

06 Sep, 2023 by Fei stetzwa

Smartest, best legal representation in town.

Daniel R Kruse

130 S Park St, Eugene, OR

Criminal Defense +1

4.4/5

4.4

13 Reviews

09 Apr, 2024 by Anonymous

I was facing the possibility of years in prison when I called Daniel Kruse for help. While I had not heard of Mr. Kruse before, fortunately I chose him from a list of attorneys I had found online. I appreciated the initial consultation he provided, never rushing me, instead taking all the time needed for him to hear about the circumstances of my situation. At the conclusion of that consultation, I hired Mr. Kruse as my attorney. He visited me while I was in jail and kept in constant touch with me afterwards as he worked on my case. Because of Mr. Kruse's efforts, the most serious charge against me was dismissed, meaning I avoided prison time. While I pled guilty to the second charge against me, I was given credit for time served and did not have to return to jail. Mr. Kruse is professional, knowledgeable, effective, has excellent communication skills, and on top of all that, he's a nice guy, which really helps a lot when a person finds themselves in such a bad situation. While not wanting to sound too dramatic, bottom line, I believe Mr. Kruse saved my life by helping me avoid prison time, and I will always be grateful for his help and for the opportunity I've now been given to change my life for the better.

12 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous

Worst lawyer I have ever had , when I told him I would not plea , his economics did not work , he keeps saying I make more money if you go to trial but plea , and I said no and I was not giving more time and he dropped my case last minute with no warning g , beware, beware

11 Feb, 2022 by Nolan

The communication throughout the whole process was stellar. I am beyond happy with his time management and professionalism. He gave me more than just one way on how we would go about my case, and in a stressful time, options relieves a little bit of that stress.

Jennifer C Robins

165 SE 26th Avenue, Hillsboro, OR

Criminal Defense Government +2

4.4/5

4.4

13 Reviews

15 Nov, 2021 by Anonymous

Too often you see a public defender fail to advocate for their client’s cause. That is not the case with her. She is not only very knowledgeable but she cares and she shows compassion despite working against long odds. Great experience from start to finish. Thank you Jennifer!

25 May, 2018 by Anonymous

Terrible communication, way more reactive than proactive. She took on my case 1 year ago, and the only responses I can get are...”nothing new yet.” On a good note, Jennifer is very personable, and extremely knowledgeable. Just because I feel she was not optimal for my specific needs, doesn’t mean she isn’t perfect for yours.

09 Sep, 2016 by B.a

Jennifer handled my DUII case, attended the administrative hearing on my behalf, and was keen enough to find a technical error in the procedures that resulted in a judgement in favor of not suspending my drivers license. While handling the case, Jennifer demonstrated high professionalism, objectivity and knowledge in the subject matter, I highly recommend her.

Andrew Elliot Teitelman

11630 SE 40th Avenue, Milwaukie, OR

Business Criminal Defense Estate Planning +3 +6

4.4/5

4.4

11 Reviews

07 Nov, 2017 by Stephanie

Andrew has represented me on three different occasions and I promise you , you will not be disappointed! He’s honest , fair , Intelligent and will get it done ! Thank you Andrew for always getting me what I deserve!

08 Oct, 2015 by Spencer and gina

My husband and I recently hired Mr. Teitelman. He did an excellent job on our case. He worked tirelessly and professionally. He also made a very stressful time of life as enjoyable as possible. You can feel the passion he has for what he does. We couldn't be happier! -Spencer and Gina

01 Oct, 2015 by Sigrid k. shafer

Andrew is one that I trust 100%. He is smart, witty, and right on the ball for you, I am about to make another appointment with him. From my first visit I knew that I would be well represented, and he did not fail me.

AJ Wahl

615 Broadway, Seaside, OR

Appeals Child Custody Criminal Defense +1 +4

4.4/5

3.5

2 Reviews

4.6

9 Reviews

05 Jul, 2024 by Visit oregon

Incredibly likable and amazing at what he does!

01 Nov, 2023 by R j

I purchased property in Tillamook County in 2016 that was reported as 10 + acres. All tax records indicated 10 + acres. After 2 years my Co. tax assessment claimed I owned 8 acres. Upon review and checking dimensions that concurred I did in fact own 10+ acres. Upon consulting Zupanic Law a $2500 retainer was required, no problem. I was disappointed that there was no contact with Tillamook County to address my situation by my Attorney and the response I received from Zupanic Law was the land description did not add up. There was no visit to the property or no visit from Zupanic.. never even met the guy, and $1300 later I was SOL.

09 Dec, 2022 by Mark korpi

They made everything so easy, and always got a quick response. Mark Korpi, North Coast Classic Homes Inc.

Ashlee Rochelle Wiese

Attorney at Law, Eugene, OR

Criminal Defense Family Law +2

4.4/5

4.4

9 Reviews

03 Dec, 2020 by Mort

*Note all previous reviews were written within days July / early August of 2013. Very legit. If you dont mind your attorney being RUDE and helping you be FRAMED, showing up in court high and filing dics to have clients ARRESTED after making a court date then just move along. Fraud is normal? She gets paid to defend people from their accusers but if she does not like you then she will have you ARRESTED to win points with coworkers, retaliate against complainants and discredit any accusers of malpractice. Malpractice. She exposed clients to covid and incarceration on her OWN initiative. She should not be an attorney. She should not be paid by taxpayers. She is the hypocritical ilk of her client base and i wish her the very best in her recovery but sending clients to JAIL because she "doesnt like their attitude" makes her a criminal.

06 Aug, 2013 by Cara

Ashlee answered my initial questions quickly and thoroughly. Since then, she will spontaneously drop me a line with new information she has found that's relevant to the issues in which she represents me. We talked about personnel and employment matters, and she helped me refine my personnel policy manual and position myself to avoid future labor-relations problems.

05 Aug, 2013 by Anonymous

Ashlee Wiese is a fantastic lawyer. She will look you in the eye and give you honest counsel with your best interests at heart. She has consistently taken the initiative, often going above and beyond my wife's and my expectations of her own accord, to ensure that we had the most relevant information and that our legal needs were met. Finding an attorney you can trust is something that cannot be taken lightly, so it is refreshing to have the confidence that comes from having an attorney like Ashley Wiese in our corner.

David Rusco Carlson

449 Washington St E, Vale, OR

Criminal Defense +1

4.4/5

4.4

9 Reviews

12 Feb, 2024 by Shea nelson

11 Mar, 2023 by Veronica wise

David Carlson is a really good lawyer and he's one that you can actually count on and trust and he will fight for you to the nail as long as you are honest with him he will be honest with you he's a really good guy and he helped me best he could when I have my cases in Oregon and I really really appreciated him for everything

30 Jun, 2022 by George washington

One of the kindest and most best lawyer around. A very honorable lawyer who really cares about his clients and treats them like people.

Louis Grossman

204 E 4th St, The Dalles, OR

Child Custody Criminal Defense Family Law +3

4.4/5

4.4

7 Reviews

30 Jul, 2022 by Tammy

Louis did an excellent job helping me during a very difficult period in my life. He was prepared and knows the law. I would highly recommend him.

15 Apr, 2020 by Adrion

Louis and I both put hard work into my case, and while much of the work was not needed, I still think he deserves a good review. Louis was easy to communicate with when it came down to the wire and helped set a lot of my anxieties at ease. No one likes dealing with the court system, but if you have to make sure you have someone like Louis by your side.

05 Apr, 2020 by Gary

I have Louis as my attorney since 2006 . He dose great work for me .He is just a phone call away or a text. Text is usually best for Louis tho because he is always in court or on the phone fighting your case.I have always side this from the very first time i had Louis as my attorney for a parenting plane case. He negotiated on my behave. I was granted more parenting time thin the standard. Sincerely Thank you: Louis for all of your hard work that you have done for me over the last 14 years on all of the variety of legal situations. CALL LOUIS HE CAN HELP YOU!

Eric Hale

1318 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR

Criminal Defense +1

4.4/5

4.4

7 Reviews

28 Dec, 2023 by Brandy

Eric has helped me and I’ve recommended him to a few other people in need. He’s always honest and professional. I appreciate the service I have received

14 Dec, 2023 by Anonymous

Yes he is out of mult county, but it was obvious from the first moment he walked into court that he is well respected in Clackamas County as well. Every attorney, both defense and prosecutor, greeted him with handshakes and smiles. He was able to get me probation when my first hired attorney could not. Well worth the $. He is down to earth and talks to you as an equal. Unlike most attorneys whom are condescending!

24 Sep, 2020 by Craig

Fantastic lawyer would highly recommend. Definitely does a great job and is very knowledgeable if you are accused of a crime use Erik Hale.

Luis Adrian Martinez

3515 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR

Criminal Defense +1

4.4/5

4.4

28 Reviews

23 Feb, 2024 by Rafael antonio morales novelo

24 Jan, 2024 by The toast

05 Nov, 2023 by Carlos martinez

Jamie Hazlett

23 Newtown Street, Medford, OR

Criminal Defense Family Law Litigation +3

4.3/5

5.0

20 Reviews

4.2

147 Reviews

13 Oct, 2024 by Rachel forn

I had an unfortunate experience with this firm. I paid $325 for a consultation with attorney Maryanne Pitcher, but after waiting over an hour, I ended up meeting with someone else who left their firm shortly after. This individual requested an additional retainer fee, despite the fact that I had not received the initial consultation as promised. When I raised my concerns about not having met with Maryanne, my case was dismissed. I find this situation to be quite disappointing and believe it is important to bring attention to it, so others may be aware of my experience. I intend to take steps to ensure accountability with the state board on their dishonesty.

13 Aug, 2024 by Link _93

I payed 5k for help in my divorce case. They showed up to court once and then dropped me after they said I was gonna lose my case. I had cops and dhs backing me up and they did nothing. They then filed stuff on my behalf after dropping me and changed me for 3k. They then sued me and I didn't know I even had to go to court because they sent it to my old address... they are a scam and I hope they get shut down.

19 Jun, 2024 by Maggie

Bad service. Will cancel your appointment after waiting for weeks to tell you they can’t take your case. Everyone is clueless and aren’t able to provide any information. Unacceptable for anyone to go through this after depending on them and assuming they would see you. Do not recommend this place for anyone.

Zach Walsh

1140 SW 11th Avenue, Portland, OR

Criminal Defense Family Law +2

4.3/5

3.9

11 Reviews

4.3

70 Reviews

11 Sep, 2024 by Jeremy strouhal

06 Sep, 2024 by Paul schoppe

05 Aug, 2024 by Jatin patro

I retained (McKean Smith) Annelisa's services the day I met her for initial consultation. She was referred to me by a common friend. Annelisa worked with me from start to finish on my divorce, to end my 21 years of marriage, that should've been settled amicably from the get-go, as all I wanted was for there to be no disruption to my kids' (2 teens) lives at home from the parenting plan, and I was ready to give up my house, and 100% child support, and allow both kids to stay with their mother 24/7 for that, with me visiting kids at their home only to care for them when they wanted me to, no different than our usual routine. Yet, somehow conspiracies prevailed and it ended up as a contested divorce that dragged on for over a year, with me having to defend against numerous baseless accusations. It was a real life nightmare to say the least, but fortunately I had my kids and the truth to bank on, and had all the documented evidence needed to fend off every single unfounded accusation, and that's all Annelisa needed to get me the exact results I wanted, with the only difference being that instead of my kids living with their mother in the home 24/7 I now have sole custody of both my kids and they now live with me in the house 24/7, with zero disruption to their lives from the divorce. Annelisa will fight for you and get you the results you deserve. She is very busy, but made time for a 1 on 1 meeting anytime I felt the need for some assurance. Heather, the paralegal, was also very pleasant to work with, and was prompt at responding to my questions. In court, at status check meetings, Annelisa was very clear and concise in her choice of words, and spoke with full confidence, no matter what cheap tactics the opposing counsel used in front of the judge to try to scare me. Annelisa has the experience, is very skilled in her profession, and is very honest and upfront about the possible outcomes. Each time I felt drained and wanted to discuss updates and meet with Annelisa, I left feeling assured and confident that she will get me the best result possible. At one point I felt so frustrated and drained from dealing with the contested divorce that I was willing to give in to all the demands from the opposing party, but Annelisa advised me why that was not a good option, and boy am I glad I listened to her! Annelisa doesn't play any games with the opposing party. She is very straightforward and deals with the opposing party in a very professional manner, and will get you the best results you deserve. For me, that was zero disruption to my kids' lives at home after divorce, and that's exactly what she delivered. My 2 teens are now living with me in my house 24/7, and my life with my kids is as good as it can get... very much at peace! One other thing that stood out in my interactions with Annelisa is that she was always conscious of my financial constraints and questioned the need whenever I requested a 1 on 1 meeting, warned me about additional cost when discussing independent 3rd party services, suggested alternatives to getting the same outcome as a trial, without actually taking it to trial, and even worked with the opposing counsel and the judge to minimize my costs by avoiding certain in-person meetings when the divorce was being finalized. If you have the truth and facts on your side, and anticipate a contested divorce, retaining the services of McKean Smith could end up being the best decision you make. It was for me!

Jessica Pedemonte

334 S. Grape St., Medford, OR

Adoption Criminal Defense Estate Planning +1 +4

4.3/5

3.9

17 Reviews

4.4

50 Reviews

24 Sep, 2024 by Sam

Garden pedemonte is a great lawyer he is very generous and really helped me through my troubles I really recommend him he gets down to business fast and always lets you know what's going on

23 Dec, 2023 by Amy sander

Distinguished, Exceptional and Ingenious During my parenting time and child support case, Jessica was not only extremely knowledgeable, but she was also very responsive anytime I had questions. Jessica’s legal representation restored my faith in the justice system. In the court room she is composed, prepared and a force to be reckoned with. If you’re seeking legal help with family law call Jessica.

22 Dec, 2023 by Amy

In my parenting time and child support case, Jessica was not only extremely knowledgeable, but she was also very responsive anytime I had questions. Jessica’s legal representation restored my faith in the justice system. In the court room she is composed, prepared and a force to be reckoned with. If your seeking legal help with family law call Jessica.

Leonard W Williamson

960 Liberty St. S., Salem, OR

Civil Rights Criminal Defense Elder Law +3 +6

4.3/5

5.0

21 Reviews

3.6

20 Reviews

02 Jun, 2024 by Karen

What I appreciated most about Leonard was his willingness to listen to us: the information we had to offer, our insight into the situation, and our suggestions. He was always very prompt in his replies! By considering our input, Leonard was able to help us focus on what was important from a legal perspective, then he formulated a unique strategy for dealing with our specific situation. Hiring a lawyer is an expensive proposition, so you want to be sure that your money is well spent. I can honestly say that ours was!

15 Mar, 2024 by Adam johnson

Leonard Williamson has represented me twice now— once for a personal matter, once for a business matter, quite successfully both times. I sincerely appreciate his direct, straightforward style of communication. He told me what we could do, what we could not do, and helped manage realistic expectations and outcome. His legal staff is highly communicative and competent. His billing was reasonable; I never felt like he was disrespectful with my time or my money. I highly recommend Mr. Williamson, and will gladly use him again in the future for any legal needs I may have. In a world where lawyers are nearly universally detestable, it’s a breath of fresh air to find one that is the opposite.

29 Jan, 2024 by Traci beattie

Mr. Van Ness, is not my attorney, however right at this very moment he has over $60,000, that belongs to me and he refuses to answer when I calls, won't return calls from messages I've left and won't reply to emails! After reading the below reviews, I wouldn't recommend him to anyone simply based on how I'm being treated (as an non-client that he's just holding money up from) and I happen to know he's overpriced (I've seen the charges!).

Michael Burleson

Morris & Sullivan PC, Hood River, OR

Criminal Defense +1

4.3/5

5.0

3 Reviews

4.0

8 Reviews

01 Oct, 2024 by Umpqua flamingus

joshua michael gums is awesome

26 Sep, 2024 by Justin brunson

Public "pretenders" are a more accurate label for every single person employed to "help" "defend" you. Got more done trusting a jailbroken chatgpt for help understanding my options. These people will just convince you to take a horrible plea deal and tell you they only focus on some B.S. parts of law that aren't even relevant in defending your case. Won't ask for any kind of leniency or do anything helpful really and don't bother looking through your case file before meeting with you if it's not a guaranteed win

08 Jan, 2024 by Sadie b

Not proud to admit that I'm not new to the criminal justice system. I think that most people would agree with me when I say that 9 times out of ten, its not about "delivering justice", or to "ensure the saftey of our local communities". Because in reality it just usually comes down to money- politics - and motives. All of which are generally misunderstood by the public majority. With all of that being said, I feel that it's extremely necessary to give proper credit when and where it is due. And so even though we've only just recently met, Mr. Sullivan definitely deserves to be given the necessary credit he deserves. I have never once Experienced or received proper counsel like this. The man was certainly does his due diligence and has a good working relationship with both the District attorney, judges, local resources, as well as great investigators. I feel like it cares about his clients and that his secretary is super kind and personable. Doing things like reminding me about court beforehand and keeping in touch with me. Even when I've been hard to get hold of. If you are assigned to have him and his team as your defense, consider yourself extremely lucky, and respect his/their time. I am extremely grateful for your hard work, encouraging words, resources offered, and just treating me like my life matters. Please keep doing what you guys are doing and hopefully others in your profession will see and then desire to start following in the same meaningful path that impacts so many lives around the nation. Thank you.

Christopher A McCormack

510 SW Fifth Ave, Portland, OR

Appeals Car Accident Criminal Defense +1 +4

4.3/5

4.6

11 Reviews

4.2

78 Reviews

10 Jul, 2024 by Tyler kirkland

Great experience working with Chenoweth on a corporate law case. They are a team of consummate professionals that worked with our needs in mind.

05 Jun, 2024 by Monica forrest

Rose represented me with compassion and expertise when I really needed guidance And help I would highly recommend Rose Dozier Monica F

28 Mar, 2024 by Jamie anderson

I was recently referred to Kelsey and have been very impressed by her knowledge, professionalism and the fact she took the time to listen and truly understand our business needs before making recommendations. I would happily refer others to Kelsey and the Chenoweth Law Group.

Vance Michael Waliser

915 W 10th St, Medford, OR

Child Support Criminal Defense Juvenile Law +3

4.3/5

4.3

61 Reviews

13 Aug, 2024 by Lisa c

Don't waste your money. This guy doesn't care about you or your situation. He'll just take your money and do nothing. Even if the person you're trying to divorce is a convicted abuser. Blodgett has been in this business too long and is only finding his lavish retirement account. He has absolutely no conscience.

23 May, 2024 by Jace hattig

I’ve never needed a lawyer before and this is my first time dealing with anything in the legal system. Things began well enough. Speaking with him over the phone in consultation, I felt heard and understood. He did well at responding to the opposition’s very aggressive council. My satisfaction as a client ends there, however. If you need a lawyer to walk you through the divorce process, fight for your needs and work for you in a proactive manner, look elsewhere. Email communication with Bryan was poor. His staff shares one email address between 3 or 4 people and it seems confusing for them and the clients. I felt like he never had time to adequately address my needs. Multiple times I sent bulleted emails detailing my needs and they were met with silence. I’d wait a month to follow up only to find that he had done nothing. Example:, he suggested that, given a new development, the case should settle. That is what I wanted so I replied with a list of my needs regarding settlement. After over a month of waiting I emailed him to follow up and he responded saying something like “I thought you were going to try to reach a settlement”. What?? This expectation was never made clear to me, and furthermore, isn’t that what I was paying him for? His practice feels understaffed and out dated. It’s my understanding his own wife is the bookkeeper and despite asking multiple times for an invoice, I had to wait months to see my first statement. His receptionist is condescending and rude to clients. If email isn’t getting the job done, this woman becomes a barrier between Bryan and the client. She will make you feel like you’re an inconvenience and treat you as if you should already know the ins and outs of family law and how the courts work. When I urgently requested that a motion be made, they took almost a week to take action, saying “it doesn’t work like that”. During which time the opposition made their own similar motion. From that moment on, the process was dictated by the opposition, making the situation even worse. When I finally expressed my dissatisfaction with the level of communication, Bryan took no personal accountability and instead asserted that our working relationship had deteriorated and he no longer wished to represent me. Now I’m left trying to settle my own case while I wait for the remaining retainer to arrive via check. I think Bryan knows his stuff and has potential to be a good lawyer. Maybe he was, once. I think he was trying to save my money by reducing communication, which is fine to an extent. I think he would benefit from a staff that’s more enthusiastic and tech savvy. If you’re in an emotional situation and need a lawyer that will guide you, I would recommend looking elsewhere. I don’t feel I was taken advantage of, but I also don’t I feel like I spent my time and money wisely.

10 Apr, 2024 by Brandon bruce

Trash lawyer! I had him for my DUI case and William was no help. Even tho the vials they drew blood with were recalled and should have never went to court. He even said that word for word to me but after talking to someone at the court house he assured me going to court was the best idea. It clearly was not since a public defender would have got it dropped. Also very terrible customer service. MONEY HUNGRY

Thomas Boone

138 7th Ave SW, Albany, OR

Criminal Defense +1

4.3/5

4.3

13 Reviews

08 Mar, 2024 by Juan

I was facing 6 accounts 2 of them were measure 11s and I hired Thomas Boone he came to see me see me in jail about my case made me feel secure about my case. I went to trial and I beat my measure 11s even tho I got charged with 2 accounts he fought my 2 measure 11s and I beat them he's a really good lawyer we did really great in trial he was a big help and concern lawyer very good lawyer I would hire him again

13 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous

I had a legal issue that I had been dealing with for 10 years. It caused a lot of issues for me in my life. Thomas Boone went above and beyond to right the wrong that was done. He's very knowledgeable and has many valuable resources at his disposal. I would highly recommend. He treated me well throughout the extent of my case he communicated with me what was going on with my case in detail. I am very thankful to him.

02 Oct, 2023 by Anonymous

Thomas was very knowledgeable, I called him for a consultation and he made me feel very comfortable and heard; I will definitively be hiring him. He’s logical, knows his stuff, and has an extremely personable personality.

Jacob D Braunstein

2225 NE Alberta, Portland, OR

Bankruptcy Consumer Protection Criminal Defense +3

4.3/5

4.3

13 Reviews

28 Jan, 2020 by Anonymous

Where do I start? From the moment I contacted Jake I felt at ease. Facing criminal charges is no joke and to say I was stressed out would be an understatement. Jake listened to my side of the story and spent nearly an hour with me. He went over several different ways he could approach my case, including ones that didn't involve hiring him. I decided to have him represent me and it was the best decision I could have made. Jake's knowledge of the legal system was amazing. Through the whole process he was easy to get a hold of and worked around my schedule. Even at 9 pm he was working on my behalf. He was able to get the charge dismissed and kept me out of the system, protected my family and saved my career. He's a fantastic person who works off the facts, passes no judgement and does his level best to get you the most desirable outcome. Thank you a thousand times, Jake!

26 Nov, 2018 by Max

Jacob Braunstein is the only attorney I'll ever work with if I can help it. He has represented both me and one of my adult children on different issues and I couldn't be happier with his services. I sought help from Mr. Braunstein when I needed to file bankruptcy. He and his staff function like a well oiled machine and I recommend him to everyone I know. Mr. Braunstein is very patient and obviously cares about his clients. I had a ton of questions but he didn't treat me like I was a bother and he took a lot of time to answer all of my questions. He was also able to work with my schedule, which meant meeting me on the weekend. He's a great attorney who really seems to care about his clients.

05 Jan, 2017 by John

I was referred to Jake by one of my good buddies who'd gotten into some legal trouble before. He said, "Call Jake. The dude's awesome!" So I called on the weekend expecting to get a voicemail and he actually picked up the phone. I explained my situation and he said he could meet with me that afternoon since I work long hours all week. First off, my friend was right. Jake is really laid back and easy to talk to. He didn't judge, he just wanted to hear my side of the story. He didn't try to push a contract at me or pressure me into hiring him to help me with my case. He was straightforward, honest, and told me about all of my options, not just the ones that involved hiring him. I ended up choosing Jake to represent me that day. It was one of the best decisions I ever made. He knew the process inside and out and he helped me every step of the way. It was obvious the judge knew him. She told me right there that Jake had gotten me the deal of the century and normally the prosecutor doesn't agree to things like that. Thanks to Jake and all the work he did on my case, I was able to get the most serious charges dismissed and one of them converted from a felony to a misdemeanor. I was able to stay out of jail and keep my job thanks to Jake. If you need an awesome attorney, call him. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

Jennie L Clark

6501 SW Macadam Ave. Suite E, Portland, OR

Car Accident Criminal Defense Personal Injury +3

4.3/5

4.3

12 Reviews

23 Sep, 2024 by Anonymous

NOT RECOMMENDING CLARK LAW & ASSOCIATES! Jenny Clark was the partner in charge overseeing my lawyer, Caleb Dorrance. I initially was impressed, but come the time of Arbitration, I realized they didn't know my case well, confused it with others and then Caleb forgot to file witness paperwork so was not able to ask them questions, which lost that part of the case. He told me at the time, I had the right to file Bar complaint against him, it was a pretty big mistake. The owner of the firm was even worse professionally and made mistakes. JENNY JENNIFER CLARK... wow, so beyond unprofessional. Twice I got emails for other clients from her, one included the attached settlement! Other clients had similar names but not THAT close. After my lawyer left her firm a days after my case settled, and I still needed help getting the landlord to adhere to agreement, and sent email as directed before he left.... JENNY CLARK replied that case closed and they are no longer were my lawyer and provided Oregon Bar website link to find another. It was pretty awful, left me hanging. I replied how she was the senior partner on my case, sat in on my first appointment and said would be there. I was just needing the firm that represented me to make sure the other side does what they legally agreed. I ended that email with "Are you saying you won't do that?"... she replied alright...Can't attach here so SEE GOOGLE REVIEW ATTACHMENT of EMAIL FROM JENNY CLARK LOSING HER MIND. I get life was hard for her, but it was for me as well. That was why I hired them. THEY GOT $20K BUT WOULDN'T HELP ENFORCE THE AGREEMENT THEY NEGOTIATED. Do yourself a favor, keep searching for another firm. This one talks a good game but doesn't play well with others, especially the partner, JENNY CLARK.

25 Mar, 2019 by Anonymous

I have only spoken once to Jennie Clark and I really don’t have an opinion about her. However, she has an associate named rick Davis in her office that is great. He is always available to answer questions and do a through job reviewing my case. My case is very unique. I would highly recommend rick Davis for civil rights cases involving police. He will tell you if you have a case or not!

04 Feb, 2019 by Sharon

Jennie is very caring, efficient and thorough. She was very detailed oriented. She knew how hard this was for me and she was there and sympathetic the while time since this had to do with a family member. She was very professional and had to rein me in sometimes when I would go off on a tangent.

Gregory L Gudger

3800 NE Sandy Blvd Ste 107, Portland, OR

Business Car Accident Criminal Defense +2 +5

4.3/5

4.3

11 Reviews

03 Aug, 2017 by Dwayne

Very happy to have used Gregory Gudger for my recent divorce. These things are tough for everyone, and Greg stayed focused and was extremely helpful in helping me craft a fair, equitable, and compassionate settlement...for both parties. I know that my ex-spouse would also agree with this assessment. Even though it was a non-contested proceeding, there were still a lot of moving parts that had to be dealt with, and I wanted someone who would help me make the outcome fair for us both. My ex and I are still great friends, our new lives as seperate people are working out great, and I owe Gregory's sage advice a great deal of the credit for making this happen. Side note: My will also had to be re-written after the divorce, which I was able to sail through with Gregory's help. Done and done. I highly recommend Mr Gudger, if you're looking for a committed, fair, knowledgeable attorney who will listen generously and advise honestly!

18 Jul, 2017 by Raymond

Our family has relied on Mr. Gudger for most of our legal needs, from fighting housing related issues to creditor lawsuits. Mr. Gudger took on an old creditor that tried to take everything we own. He found a loophole had the lawsuit dismissed, saving us $100,000. The investment we made with Mr. Gudger was worth it. And, over the years, he has advised us with positive results. No lawyers are perfect, though some might think they are. Sometimes you have to pay to find out there's nothing you can really do. But, even that advise is valuable. I refer Mr. Gudger whenever I can and have recently sent two friends to consult with him. He's accessible, down to earth and is a fighter. I'll go into court with Mr. Gudger any day.

06 Nov, 2015 by Colin williams

In the eleven month period of Mr. Gudger as my attorney I'm in the same place as I was at the beginning of my child custody case. Mr. Gudger was at first, for a couple of months in seemingly helpful, yet there were things that just didn't seem accurate that he was telling me around my case. He didn't seem to know my case, or my name even, until I was beginning to show frustration from me leaving voice mails when he was not in and it would take days to finally reach him. He did not provide me with monthly invoices for services rendered, instead it was a telephone call requesting more funds but to no explanation of what for. I personally felt no reassurance for the last six months of mr. Gudger as my attorney. He failed to provide, a note of leaving my case of any kind yet he insisted he was no longer my attorney. I came to him in hopes of some justice to my case . I am still scheduled in court in January with him as my attorney but to my surprise he let me go with not so much as a phone call, email or written statement. I also paid a deposit for a court session to mr. Gudger for a court appearance that never happened which he just kept, and now he doesn't respond to my phone calls or emails.

Evan S Burford

425 Ellsworth Street SW, Albany, OR

Criminal Defense Personal Injury +2

4.3/5

4.3

9 Reviews

11 Jan, 2023 by Paul kizer

Well he never gets back to you if he is ur court appointed attorney an he's buddy's with a DA so I would trust him.

27 Oct, 2022 by Kitty seavy

I met Edward talmadge 3 years ago when he was appointed to be my lawyer. Today, I was found not guilty because Talmadge and his team fought for me. I am so appreciative of all their hard work. Thank you so much. I will always be grateful for the work they put in on my behalf. Leslie Kitty Kay Seavy

13 Oct, 2022 by Elizabeth grande

So I just want to thank Mr. Edward Talmadge for helping my husband with his case since 3/22 to 10/22 it's been 7 months of stress. He really focus on his case I really appreciate all the hard work he did in his case. After all that stress he didn't get no jail time I'm so happy to have my husband by my side I will recommend Mr. Edward Talmadge to anybody so if you need a good lawyer Mr. Talmadge is #1 . Thank you again .

Ryan M Wilkinson

209 NE Lincoln St Ste C, Hillsboro, OR

Child Custody Criminal Defense Family Law +1 +4

4.3/5

4.3

6 Reviews

02 Apr, 2024 by Jason

Ryan is literally the worst Attorney I have ever delt with. He lied to me multiple times. He threatened to resign if I did not agree to the horrible stripped down parenting plan that he negtotiated behind my back. Anytime throughout the case If i did not do exactly what he "advised" me to do, he threatened to resign. He did this the day before my trial, which I have since learned is extremely unethical on his part. I didn't know 24 hours before my trial that I could dismiss him and seek new and effective Counsel. Ryan rushed through my case in Court and did nothing to adress all the false and nasty claims by my Ex and her Attorney. Ryan absoutley guaranteed me that I would not have to pay child support. He did this in his office the morning of the trial with my 28 year old Son standing right next to me. When I reminded Ryan of this he said that I was remembering things wrong. He made multiple excuses for his terrible performance and even blamed the result on me. I offered to provide him with my full medical file from my surgeon outlining and detailing the horrific back injury I suffered and the surgeries had to help me walk again. Multiple times (including emails from Ryan) he assured me that the Notes written by my Chiropractor were more than sufficiant and I quote Ryan here "He is a Medical Dr. His word absolutely checks the box". The damage Ryan caused me is lifelong. I was the stay at home parent to 6 children why I supported my Wifes Military career. I am now almost 51 years old and because Ryan only cared about goin on his vacation the day after my Trial, I get 1,100 a month transitional Support for 2 years only. This on my Ex Wife's $9000 a month income. Ryan was completely ineffective during the trial. He had zero rebuttle for countless false allegations and nasty remarks directed at me. Stay away from this guy. He is a terrible Attorney who does not care about you. I should have fired him before the trial but I honestly didn't know I had that option. I could sit here for hours and detail all the underhanded and false things Ryan said and did througought my Divorce and Trial. I can't wait to see the nonsense he responds here with. My name is Jason Nicholson. I live in Cornelius OR, I am on social media. Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions about this fraud of an Attorney. I saved every single email and took detailed notes during the many phone calls wherein he threatened to resign if I didn't do exactly what he said.

23 Nov, 2023 by Graham

When you need a divorce lawyer that is in your corner, Ryan Wilkinson is the lawyer to go to!!!! I worked with Ryan for two years in my draw out divorce. He was always readily available through email. He was always looking out for my best interests. He would keep down the lawyer costs as best as he could. Divorces are not easy, and he was always there to support me in the realms of legal standings. Definitely a straight shooter and to the point lawyer which you need in a divorce trial. He has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to legal manners around divorces. Anyone going through divorce, I would like to say there's no winners or losers. Just have a strong lawyer on your side, RYAN Wilkinson

14 Oct, 2021 by Elizabeth

So thankful that I got connected with Ryan. Extremely helpful, patient, knowledgeable and professional.

Lisa J Ludwig

811 SW Naito Pkwy Ste 500, Portland, OR

Criminal Defense +1

4.3/5

4.3

6 Reviews

12 Feb, 2019 by Karen

If you are faced with a crime you feel you did not commit and the bulldog DA wants to offer you crazy long probation on a plea deal. You need Lisa she will calm you down and do everything she can to win your case in trial. She did amazing research almost 1000 pages of discovery. She was very well prepared and works very well with jury selection and prosecution witnesses. She is amazing do not use anybody else she is the best. Her right hand person Linnea is also awesome she is there the whole time keeping you calm. She has an entire team that works together to help win your case. Don’t be afraid and just take the state trying to scare you fight for your rights with Lisa and Linnea.

17 Mar, 2018 by Rich

Never conferred with me during the whole trial. I have no idea what her defense strategy was but my wife and I carefully went through all of our police discovery laying out the accuser’s inconsistencies yet possibly only a tenth of it was brought up at trial. I went to prison for a long time. Scratching my head over the whole ugly business.

20 Feb, 2017 by Jonathan

Lisa helped me years, 17 or so, ago. She was compassionate and cared about what was happening to me. Her work allowed me to escape from a life destroying mistake - one that harmed no one. Her name came up today in discussion with my wife, a discussion I most likely would not be having without her help, and I decided to give a little advice for people in need of help. Preparation, tenacity, compassion. Its a repeat of other reviews and there is a reason for that.

Brett J Hall

111 SW Columbia St, Portland, OR

Criminal Defense Family Law Litigation +3

4.3/5

4.3

6 Reviews

02 Jan, 2024 by Anonymous

This man actually hired me to do work for him. He refused to pay after being invoiced several times and even getting a judgment against him from the Small Claims Court. If he's not a man of integrity would you want him as your attorney?

09 Jul, 2019 by Jeff

This man is a bulldog and will get the job done, great attorney. Thanks for everything!

27 Nov, 2017 by Sterling

Brett Hall PC of Hall Law in Portland, Oregon is an excellent criminal lawyer who is also well versed in personal injury, family and even more so in DUII law. He is very knowledgeable in Oregon law and he is hard-charging, strategic and really cares about the people behind his cases that he represents. I've seen and heard examples of several of his cases and is someone I will always place my complete faith and trust in. His time consulting for me and my family regarding different matters in different areas of law have always been very helpful and I feel an excellent value, especially when looking at the potential saving that I was able to gain from his help, direction and wise words. Brett Hall is the lawyer you want in your corner fighting the good fight for you.

Maryanne Pitcher

23 Newtown Street, Medford, OR

Criminal Defense Family Law Real Estate +3

4.2/5

4.6

9 Reviews

4.2

147 Reviews

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Garrett Matthew Ramsey

23 Newtown St, Medford, OR

Criminal Defense Family Law +2

4.2/5

5.0

2 Reviews

4.2

147 Reviews

13 Oct, 2024 by Rachel forn

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What a Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Do for You

A criminal defense lawyer provides legal representation to individuals or organizations accused of criminal conduct. If you're facing criminal charges, a defense lawyer will work to protect your rights, build a defense strategy, and ensure you receive a fair trial. Their primary goal is to reduce or dismiss charges, secure an acquittal, or negotiate a favorable plea deal.

Criminal defense lawyers have extensive knowledge of criminal law and court procedures. They investigate your case, identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence, and represent you in court, ensuring that you have the best possible defense.

When Should I Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

It’s crucial to hire a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible if you are facing any criminal charges. Some situations in which you should seek legal representation include:

Arrest or police questioning: If you've been arrested or are under investigation, hiring a lawyer early on can prevent self-incrimination and protect your rights during police questioning.
Felony charges: Crimes such as murder, assault, drug trafficking, or robbery carry severe penalties, including long prison sentences. A defense lawyer is essential in these cases.
Misdemeanor charges: Even for less serious offenses like DUI, theft, or simple assault, a lawyer can help reduce penalties, negotiate alternatives to jail, or get charges dismissed.
Plea negotiations: If you’re considering a plea bargain, a lawyer can evaluate the deal, advise you on its consequences, and negotiate for more favorable terms.
Probation or parole violations: If you’ve been accused of violating probation or parole, a lawyer can defend you against additional penalties or revocation.
Juvenile offenses: For minors charged with criminal acts, a criminal defense lawyer can protect their future by minimizing legal repercussions or keeping the case in juvenile court.

What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do?

Criminal defense lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to protect their clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process. Their duties include:

Case evaluation and investigation: Reviewing the evidence, interviewing witnesses, and investigating the facts to develop a strong defense strategy.
Legal advice: Advising you on your rights, the charges you’re facing, and potential defense strategies, including whether to take a plea deal or go to trial.
Negotiating plea bargains: Working with prosecutors to negotiate a plea deal that could reduce charges or minimize penalties.
Court representation: Representing you in all court hearings, including bail hearings, pretrial motions, trials, and sentencing hearings.
Filing motions: Filing motions to dismiss charges, suppress evidence, or reduce bail, depending on the specifics of your case.
Trial preparation and defense: Preparing a defense strategy and presenting arguments, evidence, and witnesses during trial to contest the prosecution's case.
Appeals: If you are convicted, a defense lawyer can appeal the conviction or sentence, arguing errors in the trial process or legal rulings.

How Are Criminal Defense Lawyers Paid?

Criminal defense lawyers generally charge clients in one of three ways, depending on the complexity of the case and the lawyer’s experience. Payment structures include:

Flat fee: For straightforward cases (e.g., minor misdemeanors), some lawyers charge a one-time flat fee that covers all aspects of the defense.
Hourly rate: For more complex or ongoing cases, lawyers may charge by the hour, with rates varying based on the lawyer’s experience and geographic location.
Retainer fee: In cases where extensive work is expected, the client may pay a retainer fee upfront. The lawyer then bills against that retainer for their work on the case.

The cost of criminal defense services can vary greatly, so it’s important to discuss fees during your initial consultation.

How Much Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Cost?

The cost of hiring a criminal defense lawyer depends on several factors, including the severity of the charges, the complexity of the case, and the lawyer’s experience. General cost guidelines are:

Misdemeanor cases: For relatively minor offenses, such as a DUI or petty theft, a flat fee may range from $1,500 to $5,000.
Felony cases: More serious charges, such as assault or drug trafficking, can range from $10,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the complexity and duration of the case.
Hourly rates: For cases billed by the hour, lawyers may charge anywhere from $150 to $500 or more per hour, depending on their expertise and the case's location.
Additional expenses: You may also be responsible for other costs, such as filing fees, expert witness fees, or the cost of private investigators.

Be sure to clarify the lawyer’s fee structure and any potential additional costs during your consultation.

How to Check the Credibility of a Criminal Defense Lawyer

To verify the credibility of a criminal defense lawyer, take the following steps:

Check their standing with the state bar: Confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing with your state’s bar association. Look for any past disciplinary actions or complaints.
Read online reviews and testimonials: Platforms like Avvo, Martindale-Hubbell, or Google can provide insights from previous clients about the lawyer’s communication, professionalism, and case outcomes.
Ask for references: A reputable lawyer should have past clients or other professionals who can speak to their competence and work ethic.
Review their case history: Look at the lawyer’s website or professional profile to see their experience with criminal cases, including high-profile or complex cases.
Look for trial experience: If your case might go to trial, make sure the lawyer has a strong history of courtroom advocacy and success.

What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?

To make the most of your first consultation with a criminal defense lawyer, bring the following:

Details of your case: Be prepared to provide a detailed account of the charges against you, including any documents related to your arrest, police reports, and court dates.
Criminal history: If you have any prior criminal convictions, inform your lawyer so they can understand how that may affect your current case.
List of witnesses or evidence: If there are any potential witnesses or evidence that may support your defense, share this information during the consultation.
Questions for the lawyer: Prepare questions about their experience, legal strategy, and fees to ensure you understand how they will handle your case.
Bail or release documents: If you’ve been released on bail, bring any paperwork related to your release conditions or restrictions.

By being well-prepared, you can help your lawyer quickly assess your situation and begin building an effective defense strategy.

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