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Whitney Boise has been serving individuals and corporations charged with crimes in state and federal court since 1987. During this time, he has represented clients in some of the most high profile cases in the state. Whitney has been recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in America for Criminal Defense in both White Collar and Non-White Collar. Whitney's peers have also recognized him as a Super Lawyer and given him the AV Preeminent rating for the highest level of professional excellence in the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory.. Whitney received his undergraduate degree from New York University and then returned home to Salem where he obtained his law degree from Willamette University. After serving as a law clerk at the Oregon Court of Appeals and working as a Special Attorney for the United States Department of Justice on the Washington Public Power Supply System case, Whitney began his career as a criminal defense lawyer at the Multnomah County Metropolitan Public Defender's Office. Over a four-year period, he represented hundreds of indigent clients charged with crimes ranging from fraud to murder.. Whitney is a former chair of the Oregon State Bar Criminal Law Section and is an active member of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Whitney has also written a number of articles for criminal defense publications and is a frequent speaker at criminal defense seminars. Whitney regularly provides pro bono work and has been a Board Member of the Oregon Federal Indigent Trust since 2000. He also has served as a mentor to young lawyers through both the Oregon State Bar and Multnomah Bar Association.  Whitney presently serves as the chair person for the State Professional Responsibility Board, which oversees ethical complaints against Oregon lawyers.. Whitney is a criminal defense lawyer because he believes he can make a positive difference in people's lives. He is passionate about his work.

I grew up in Portland and attended the University of Oregon for both undergraduate studies and law school.  Since graduating from law school, I have focused on criminal defense.  I work colaboratively with my clients to obtain the best possible results.

Simon is a trial lawyer specializing in criminal defense. He started his career as a prosecutor at the storied Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and honed his skills at Multnomah County D.A.’s and Oregon Division of Financial Regulation. As an Assistant Attorney General in Oregon Department of Justice, Simon protected consumers facing financial fraud and argued cases in appellate courts.. As a professor of trial advocacy at Lewis and Clark Law School, Simon teaches future prosecutors and defense lawyers how to be exemplary advocates and exceptional storytellers who connect with judges and juries. He also teaches at Oregon State Bar’s Trial Advocacy College and has presented at a multitude of professional education courses in Oregon and nationally.. Simon’s years as a public defender fostered his passion for helping people through difficult situations. He advocates for clients facing charges of DUII, drug and property crimes, sex abuse and domestic violence, assaults and attempted murders, Ballot Measure 11 and Jessica’s Law cases. He understands clients’ concerns and needs, guiding them through a confusing and scary process. Simon is driven by justice, passionate in fighting for people and providing the highest level of legal representation.

My view of legal representation is that it is far more than merely appearing and advocating for a client in the courtroom. I believe an attorney-client relationship must also be personal. It's vital you are comfortable with your attorney and can communicate openly with your attorney. Without a comfortable/open relationship, true, effective, representation cannot be accomplished. It is my goal, and mission, to be sure that, at the end of the case, my clients always can say, "he fought for me. He treated me with respect. He did everything he said he would." The practice of law is far more than a business, or a practice, the practice of law must be personal and good attorney-client relationships are absolutely necessary.

If you’re in trouble, or someone you care about is in trouble, I’m here to help.. The government has an enormous amount of power.   Our criminal justice system is designed to overwhelm the individual and produce guilty pleas.  The United States has just 5% of the world’s population but we incarcerate almost a quarter of the world’s prisoners.. I can help balance the scales.  I believe in individual rights, compassion, and putting people in a position to be their best selves.  I will listen carefully to your priorities, and will always be honest with you.  I am committed to giving each client complete and clear counsel, every step of the way.  I am an experienced trial lawyer, use creative strategies, and fight to get the best possible result for each and every client.. I also work to make the criminal justice system more fair and humane.  I'm proud to serve on the Oregon State Bar's Uniform Criminal Jury Instructions Committee, the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association's Legislative Committee, Oregon Justice Resource Center's Amicus Committee, and ACLU's cooperating attorney panel.. I look forward to talking with you.

It is never too early to obtain a lawyer.. If you have been or are being investigated or have been arrested your liberty is at stake.. The government has police officers, investigators, experts and prosecutors working for it . . .. Protect yourself by obtaining counsel that has over nine years as a prosecutor and three years as a defense lawyer . . .. I will work for you at all stages, including but not limited to investigation, court hearings, negotiations, disposition and trial . . .. I graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1987. After moving to Portland in 1990 I graduated from the Northwestern School of Law at Lewis & Clark College in 1993.. During law school I was a certified law student at the Metropolitan Public Defenders office and gained my first courtroom experiences, including jury trials. After graduation, I opened up my practice, and through association with and referrals from other attorneys my practice began to thrive.. In December 1995 I was hired by a firm in St. Helens, Oregon representing individuals charged with crimes by the government and tried many cases. After a brief stint with a firm in Beaverton, I was hired by the Columbia County District Attorney’s office in April 1997.. Our Portland Drunk Driving Attorney is experienced and ready to represent you. Over my 8+ years as a deputy district attorney I tried cases ranging from DUII all the way to capital murder. I tried over 100 felony trials murder, including capital murder, attempted murder, solicitation to commit murder, and many sexual assault, burglary, felony assault, firearm, meth lab, theft, and stolen vehicles. I worked as a deputy prosecuting attorney in 2005-2006 in Cowlitz County Washington for the last year specializing in sexual and violent crimes. I have also written appeals in both states.. I am specializing in criminal defense in Oregon and Washington. I can handle all levels of offenses as well as appeals and post conviction relief.. I handle expungements of convictions or having convictions set aside.. I am a former prosecutor in Oregon and Washington. Prior to being a prosecutor, I was in private practice and over 13 years of practice I have tried over 100 cases, ranging from misdemeanors, including domestic violence and DUII all the way to capital murder. I was in charge of drug prosecutions and sex offense prosecution in Columbia County. In Cowlitz County, Washington, I handled felony property and person crimes. I also have appellate experience in both states and am also admitted to the federal district of Oregon.. In the two years since going into private practice I have obtained acquittals in Attempted Murder, Assault on a Public Safety Officer, and Assault cases. I have obtained dismissals after successfully having evidence suppressed in drug cases. I have pressured the state to dismiss in other domestic violence cases and assault cases. Furthermore, I have successfully negotiated complex cases to ensure a just result for my clients.. My office is located in prestigious Lake Oswego and I am admitted to practice in the states of Oregon, Washington and New York as well as the federal District for Oregon.. Contact Us - Portland Criminal Defense Attorney

When I was given the Ken Morrow Lifetime Achievment Award by the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in December 2011, Oregon Chief Justice Paul DeMuniz stated:  "Simply put, few lawuers are blessed with the combination of intellectual power and analytical skills that are the hallmark of John Henry Hingson III.". My mother gave a plaque to me to hang on the wall in my office.  It contains the words of one of America's finest criminal defense lawyers, Clarence Darrow.  It reads:  To be an effective criminal defense counsel, an attorney must be prepared to be demanding, outrageous, irreverent, blasphemous, a rogue, a renegade, and a hated, isolated and lonely person...  Few love a spokesman for the despised and the damned."    My mother understood and appreciated my calling.. Albert Krieger, counsel for John Gotti, said this about my boo How To Defend a Drunk Driving Case:  I believe this book is incisive, intelligent, and instructive.  It just simply has to be one of the best it its type.  The research is meticulous, the suggestiions are creative, and on top of it all, it is eminently readable.  As a practicing lawyer, I thank Clark Boardman for publishing a book which will make the practice easy for many of us.". Renowned Houston, Texas criminal defense lawyer Richard "Racehorse" Haynes wrote this about my book:  "John Henry Hingson III brings his enthusiasm, scholarship and understanding of the offense, court, accused, and jury into sharp focus.  This work should be a valuable and necessary part of the working troa; lawyer's working library."

Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Rhett L. Bernstein received his Juris Doctorate from Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College with a specialized certificate in criminal law and procedure. During law school he clerked for the Clackamas County District Attorney’s Office and Clackamas County Circuit Court Judge Ronald Thom. He prosecuted major felonies as a deputy district attorney in the Willamette Valley before founding his law firm in the Portland area in 2005. He developed his firm to offer specialties in criminal representation, estate planning and probate.  Rhett L. Bernstein has provided prosecutorial services to various municipalities, including the cities of West Linn, Lake Oswego, Oregon City, and Milwaukie.  He was elected as the judge of the Municipal Court for the City of West Linn in 2013.Under his management, his firm represents clients charged with the most serious of criminal charges, such as Aggravated Murder, Jessica’s Law sexual abuse allegations and those facing Measure 11 mandatory minimum sentences. Rhett L. Bernstein prides himself on honest, clear communication so that clients quickly find empowerment through understanding their options. Clients can look forward to accessible representation, vigorous preparation, efficient conclusions and effective resolutions based on years of litigation and estate planning experience.

I went to law school at Willamette University School of Law in Salem, OR but I'm originally from Ohio.. I worked for the past 12 years at Corbridge Law Offices and was a criminal defense attorney there for 6 years. I also have a lot of experience in protective order cases including restraining orders, stalking orders, emergency protective orders, and more. During my career, I have helped clients navigate their unfortunate and complicated legal issues. I know it can be difficult to face criminal charges. I've helped hundreds of people in the Portland area and their loved ones through their difficult times and will do the same for you. With criminal defense as my specialty, I'll be the aggressive attorney you need.. You need a lawyer who has successfully defended many before you. I've done just that. I've appeared in circuit court for bench trials, motion hearings, arraignments, pretrials, probation violation hearings, and much more. Regardless of your legal situation, if you need a criminal defense attorney, I can provide you with experienced representation. Whether you've been charged with a misdemeanor or felony, give me a call and get your free legal consultation.. In my spare time, I love sports, traveling, and spending time with my family.

Joe graduated from Willlamette University College of Law in 2013. While in law school he served as editor of the Supreme Court Service of Willamette’s online legal journal. Additionally, he worked in Willamette’s legal clinic focusing on political asylum cases and co-authoring a report on Native American sex trafficking in Oregon.. Joe became a lawyer to help people. With a focus on criminal defense and estate planning he is able to do just that. Joe understands that individuals come to see an attorney at difficult times in their lives. He does everything in his power to ensure that their case is resolved as quickly and painlessly as possible. He believes in the legal system and believes that everyone should have an advocate while facing the daunting legal landscape.

About:. Mr. Bridge works primarily with criminal defendants facing anything from DUII to Measure 11 Felonies.. Case Examples:. Client charged with Measure 11 Sex Offense with a presumptive prison sentence if convicted. Client denied the allegations and demanded a trial. At trial, Mr. Bridge argued that the allegations were unsupported by the evidence and his client was acquitted of all charges.. Client charged with DUII - Controlled Substance. Mr. Bridge was able to quickly determine that the state's allegation of intoxication was not supported by the evidence. At trial, Mr. Bridge was able to show that his client was not intoxicated and his client was acquitted by the judge.. Client charged with a driving-related offense. After analyzing the case, Mr. Bridge was able to determine that the stop of his client was unlawful. At a suppression hearing, Mr. Bridge successfully argued his theory resulting in his client's case being dismissed.. Disclaimer:. The facts of your case may differ from the facts referenced as "case examples." The examples provided are just that; examples. Your experience and outcome may differ from those cases. Each case is unique and each set of facts must be analyzed on the merits of those particular facts.