Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Portland | 86 available

4228 SE Powell Blvd. , Portland , Oregon 97206

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Hoevet Olson Howes, PC

1000 SW Broadway Ste 1740 , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Celia is an experienced lawyer who has represented people and businesses facing administrative and criminal investigations and prosecutions involving fraud, tax crimes, anti-trust law, environmental violations, sex offenses, drug crimes, violent crimes and DUII charges.  Her criminal justice practice benefits from previously working in a large civil firm, where her practice included internal investigations, tax court litigation, and civil rights matters.. Celia has tried cases to a jury in Oregon county courts and in federal court. She has handled criminal appeals before the Oregon Court of Appeals, the Oregon Supreme Court and before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She has represented professionals and businesses before licensing agencies and students before university discipline committees.  Clients appreciate Celia's readiness for trial, if needed, but often are relieved by her strength negotiating favorable pre-trial resolutions tailored to her client's individual goals.. Celia enjoys a Preeminent-AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell, and is recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers as one of Portland's top lawyers in criminal defense. She has been selected into the Litigation Counsel of America -- Trial Lawyer Honorary Society.. Celia earned high honors, graduating Order of the Coif, at the University of Oregon School of Law where she was a Wayne Morse Center student fellow on Race Class and the Criminal Justice System and Executive Editor of the Oregon Law Review. Celia has worked as a judicial extern at the District Court of Oregon in Eugene and as an intern in Governor Kulongoski’s office.. Celia was born in Louisiana. She graduated magna cum laude from Texas A&M University where she played for the Fightin’ Texas Aggies Division I volleyball team.  Celia served as co-captain her senior year, when the team advanced to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Women's Division 1 Volleyball Championship Tournament.. Celia served four years on the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Board of Directors and has presented at continuing legal education seminars on a variety of criminal law topics.. When not in the office, Celia and her husband can probably be found exploring the muddy Pacific Northwest with their three children, dog, two cats and four chickens.

Firm: David W. Owens, P.C. & Associates

One Main Place   700 215 , Portland , Oregon 97204

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Probate ,Wills

Firm: D. N. Lesh Attorney at Law

434 NW 19th Ave , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , DUI/DWI, DUI & DWI

I'm an Oregon attorney emphasizing criminal and DUII defense in the Portland metropolitan area.  I have worked in criminal law for most of my 23 years as a lawyer including five years as a Mulnomah County prosecutor and three years as the lead lawyer to the Portland Police Bureau.  I have spent the past 11 years representing men and women facing criminal charges in Oregon.

Firm: Angeli Law Group LLC

121 SW Morrison St Ste 400 , Portland , Oregon 97204

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

521 SW Clay , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Mark C. Cogan, P.C., Law Offices

Crown Plaza, Suite 1150 , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

During their time as an attorney, Clark McVey has specialized predominantly in criminal defense, ranging from misdemeanor offenses to major felonies such as property crimes, drug offenses, and person crimes including manslaughter and murder.. Clark received their undergraduate degree in Philosophy from Missouri State University (MSU) in Springfield, Missouri. While attending MSU, Clark was chair of the Student Philosophy Organization, as well as presenting at several philosophy conferences, including one at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon. Clark would then go on to receive their J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Missouri, where they were a Student Bar Association Representative and President of the Association for Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law. Clark also externed with Mid-Missouri Legal Services in their Landlord-Tenant division, representing indigent clients facing eviction or foreclosure.. After law school, Clark went on to work with the Missouri State Public Defender in Jefferson City, Missouri, where they learned in the field what it meant to be a zealous advocate for those facing criminal prosecution. Ever since, Clark has dedicated their professional career to criminal defense and doing whatever they can to get the best possible outcome for their clients, which experience has taught them is best achieved through teamwork and communication.. Clark’s hobbies include table-top roleplaying games, strategy video games, and Lego. They have been playing table-top roleplaying games for 40 years, which has provided them with further experience coordinating with people with diverse interests as well as creative problem solving.

333 SW Taylor St, Suite 300 , Portland , Oregon 97204

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I was born in Portland, Oregon, but grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona. I returned to Oregon for college and law school, and have lived in Portland for over 10 years. During that time I have dedicated my time to working to improve our community and criminal justice system. I have worked at the Federal Public Defenders, the Multnomah Courthouse, and Metropolitan Public Defenders. I have volunteered for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), National Lawyer's Guild (NLG), Oregon Justice Resource Center (OJRC), Oregon Innocence Project, and Community Alliance of Tenants (CAT).

Firm: Hoffman Law LLC

1000 SW Broadway Suite #1500 , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Chris Heywood is an experienced Trial Attorney who handles misdemeanors, serious felonies, federal crimes, and Measure 11 matters throughout Oregon. Chris brings his unique insight as a former prosecutor to the firm and leverages that experience to aid his clients in all aspects of their case. Mr. Heywood has handled hundreds of criminal cases in his career and has taken more than seventy cases to trial as lead counsel, including serious felonies and Ballot Measure 11 offenses.. Prior to joining the firm, Chris worked as a Deputy District Attorney with the Clackamas County District Attorney’s office for five years. There, Chris handled serious felony matters including cases involving charges of murder and attempted murder, sexual abuse and felony domestic violence.. Recently, Chris was selected as a "Top 40 Under 40-Criminal Defense" for the state of Oregon, further cementing his reputation as an experienced and effective advocate for his clients.

Firm: Bronson James LLC

917 S.W. Oak St. Ste 219 , Portland , Oregon 97005

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bronson James is a Portland native who received his bachelors degree from Reed College, and his J.D. cum laude from Lewis and Clark Law School. From 2005-2010 he served as Chief Deputy Defender for the Oregon Office of Public Defense Services Appellate Division. He has represented hundreds of persons before the Oregon Court of Appeals or the Oregon Supreme Court. He is a leading practitioner in the area of parole and probation law, and has served on the Governor's Advisory Group to the Oregon Board of Parole, as well as testified numerous times on parole legislation before the Oregon House and Senate. He currently serves on the Oregon Disciplinary Board, and is a past member of the Oregon Criminal Jury Instruction Committee, and past editor of the Journal of Computer and Internet Litigation published by the American Bar Association. He is a frequent speaker on criminal appellate matters.

111 SW Columbia Street , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

In addition to his legal skills, Adam L. Dean is well known for his booming voice that resonates throughout a courtroom.   Licensed in both the states of Oregon (1995) and Washington (2001), Adam is experienced at representing clients facing criminal charges, divorces, administrative hearings, and appeals.. Prior to becoming an attorney, Adam worked as a master level social worker in numerous public and private social service settings. This experience provides him with a unique perspective which is often utilized in both the family and criminal law settings.. Adam received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire in 1990. He received a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from Washington University in 1992. He received his J.D from Marquette University in 1995. He also was a visiting student at the Northwestern School of Law at Lewis & Clark College. He is a member of the state bars of Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin. He also practices in federal court in criminal cases and civil forfeiture and has been admitted to United States District Court for the District of Oregon and the Western District of Washington.  He is a member of the Multnomah County Bar Association,  Clark County Bar Assocation, and Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association.. Outside of work, Adam enjoys watching the Green Bay Packers with his family and other activities such as swimming, camping, hiking, and fishing.

Firm: Brittle & Brittle

1130 SW Morrison St , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Divorce & Family, General Litigation, Criminal Defense,

Firm: Hall Law PC

111 SW Columbia St , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Ungar Law Office, LLC

230 NW 10th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97209

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Hoffman Law LLC

1000 SW Broadway St. , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Anthony has represented accused individuals in hundreds of criminal cases and has spent his entire career in retained criminal defense. He advocates for his clients at all stages of pretrial litigation, trial practice, internal inquiries, and pre-indictment criminal investigations. His advocacy is driven by empathy, curiosity, creativity, and communication.. Anthony is licensed to practice in state and federal courts in both Oregon and Washington. He is an active member of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers’ Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Anthony was named to SuperLawyers’ list of Rising Stars in 2022, 2023, and 2024.. Anthony was previously a clerk at the Federal Public Defender’s office in Portland, and worked for the Oregon Innocence Project. Anthony received his BA from Gonzaga University, and his JD from Lewis & Clark Law School.. Anthony is interested in developing legal issues that intersect with science and technology. Past representative cases have involved litigating issues related to human anatomy, brain science, criminal forensics, and computer crime.

Firm: Raivio, Kohlmetz and Steen, P.C.

Lincoln Street , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Civil Rights,Criminal Defense ,Personal Injury

111 SW 5th, Suite 2080 , Portland , Oregon 97204

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

I am a criminal defense attorney and cannabis business attorney.. These are some of the case we have been involved in:. .html. +man+arrested+child+sex+abuse+charges

12755 SW 69th Ave Ste 200 , Portland , Oregon 97223

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

610 SW Alder St. suite 803 , Portland , Oregon 97205

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Dean Law Group, P.C.

111 S.W. Columbia St. , Portland , Oregon 97201

Practice Areas: Family Law, Criminal Law, Driving While Intoxicated, Divorce, Child Custody, Spousal Support, Post Divorce Modification, Restraining Orders, Assault and Battery, Burglary, Capital Offenses, Civil Forfeiture, Criminal Appeals, Criminal Defense, Criminal Forfeiture, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Investigation, DUI/DWI, Expungements, Federal Criminal Law, Felonies, Forgery, Hit and Run, Homicide, Manslaughter, Misdemeanors, Money Laundering, Murder, Search and Seizure, Sex Crimes, Stalking, Theft, Vehicular Homicide, Weapons Charges, Civil Drug Forfeiture, Drug Crimes