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I understand the challenges that confront an individual and their loved ones when they require the assistance of an attorney. I believe that access to high quality legal services should be available to all. If you were denied a public defender or have financial concerns regarding hiring an attorney, contact me for a free consultation. I am ready to help.. I am a skilled advocate who will work zealously to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

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.

Call Now For Free Confindetial Consultation! Available Evenings and Weekends!!. Ed Strand, a former Deputy District Attorney was military trained in investigations, and has over 30 years of Criminal Law experience. He has both prosecuted and defended criminal charges. This experience has provided him with insight re defending those charged with crimes as to investigating the varied incident circumstances, evaluating the factors and developing varied solutions for thoughtful resolutions. This balance of course includes in depth discussions with clients so as to include their informed thoughts in reaching rational and well reasoned conclusions as to the best courses of response.. Ed’s life experience has given him an understanding of the apprehension of persons facing the fear and concern of their situations. He finds often people are relieved upon their initial contact to learn matters are not as dire as their imaginations have created.. Knowing the applicable laws, including defenses, evidentiary rules are important but for developing defenses and attacking state allegations more is needed. The attorney with the broader life experience will generally have more tools for understanding and competently challenging and predicting the tactics of the prosecution and their witnesses. Ed will take your telephone call and discuss your questions and concerns. He will not charge you for this time as he determines whether he could best help you or whether he will suggest other courses for your matter. These conversations will be absolutely confidently and will most probably be useful for better understanding what might be expected, including if appropriate, discussion of probable and possible responses. He will make an appointment to meet with you at a mutually selected location.

I love running, yoga, reading, quilting and knitting. I enjoy travel and my favorite places visited include Machu Picchu, Paris and Vienna. Nothing is more important to me than my family which includes my husband, son, daughter, dog and cat!!

John grew up on his family's farm in Spiritwood, North Dakota, and graduated from Kindred High School in Kindred, North Dakota. He then immediately fled the abysmal winters of the Bison State for the sunny climes of Hawaii. There, he attended Hawaii Pacific University, and graduated with a degree in Marine Biology.. After graduation, he moved back to the mainland, with the intention of attending graduate school. A strange series of events led him to manage a pest control company in Portland, Oregon. From there, a car accident and a stroke of luck landed him in an attorney’s office, who eventually suggested he look into the law as a career change.. John decided to attend Lewis & Clark Law School, in Portland. During his first year of law school, he was a Pro Bono Award recipient, and received a prestigious Public Interest Law Project scholarship. He used his scholarship to work for WaterWatch of Oregon, which allowed him to protect Oregon’s water rights and to work on drafting legislation. In his second year, he was selected to join Lewis & Clark’s Jessup International Moot Court team, which won Best Brief at their regional competition and fourth place in the international rounds (the highest placing U.S. team). He also began a clerkship at Kahn & Ifversen Attorneys, LLP, where he served as a Certified Law Student and handled various criminal cases. Upon graduating he was awarded, in addition to his Juris Doctorate, a certificate in Criminal Law and Procedure.. To John, helping people through one of their most harrowing experiences gives him a great feeling of pride.  The combination of his love of helping people, and of trial practice (which he focused on in his course work) makes him an effective advocate for his clients.. In his spare time he enjoys cooking, fishing and learning to play the ukulele.

Licensed as an attorney in Washington State in 2001 and Oregon In 2007. Practice includes post-conviction and habeas relief, criminal defense, juvenile and family law, post-conviction relief, and representation of people with disabilities. Practice in state and federal courts in the Portland metro area.. Editor and author of two award-winning anthologies about criminal justice policy and practice.  Named a "Leading Edge Litigator" by Washington Law & Politics.

Attorney Adin Johnson's practice consists of DUI, Domestic Violence, and Criminal Defense.  Adin is licensed to practice in both Washington and Oregon State.  He primarily practices in Clark County, WA, with offices in Vancouver and Battle Ground.  He has a reputation for getting great results for his clients, all while maintaining excellent contact and communication.

Our firm believes strongly in representing everyone with integrity and fairness.  We offer professional and dedicated services to our clients.  Our motto is "Changing the Way People Feel About Lawyers, One Client at a Time".  We have litigated hundreds of cases and are strong advocates in all aspects of your case.  When you need serious help, call us.

Jace D. Cook founded COOK LAW in 2016, a dynamic general practice law firm based in Lake Oswego, Oregon, with a strong focus on criminal defense. In 2022, he transitioned from the firm to take on a pivotal role as a prosecutor with the Linn County District Attorney’s Office, where he skillfully handles both misdemeanor and felony cases. Concurrently, Mr. Cook serves as a dedicated JAG Officer with the Oregon National Guard, a commitment he began in 2020. He currently holds the position of Trial Counsel for the 41st IBCT HHC in Clackamas, Oregon, exemplifying leadership and legal expertise in both civilian and military spheres.. Mr. Cook is unavailable for hire at this time. We are proud to refer you to our friends and colleagues at Barry W. Engle PC or to Mr. Jared Justice.. Jace D. Cook, Esq., was the founder, manager, and a shareholder of COOK LAW - There when you need it.® After spending several years gaining experience in multiple disciplines of the law, Mr. Cook envisioned a practice that would treat clients like family by providing a combination of personable legal advice and the strongest representation possible in criminal defense. Having worked as a public defender at Multnomah Defenders Inc. and as a criminal defense associate for former prosecutor, now veteran criminal defense attorney, John Gutbezahl, Mr. Cook has successfully tried misdemeanor, felony, and restraining order cases before judges and juries. Prior to his work in criminal defense, Mr. Cook gained significant experience at general practice law firms, personal injury firms, and in-house legal departments. Mr. Cook learned what did and did not work...what did and did not benefit the client. From his time working with former prosecutors, Mr. Cook has an inside track on many of the procedures and strategies employed by DA offices in Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties. Based on the above foundation of "real world" experiences and knowledge, Mr. Cook built COOK LAW.. The core values at COOK LAW:. 1. Justice. 2. Dignity. 3. Compassion. 4. Integrity. 5. Excellence

People have problems. When those problems have a legal aspect, I help them out.. Life can get messy. And messy situations can usually be cleaned up and dealt with.

More than 40 years of solid, aggressive, criminal defense. I don't practice in any other area of the law, exclusively criminal defense. I'm not a "smoke and mirrors" lawyer, I'll give it to you straight. Free initial consultation. Fees can be hourly charge / flat rate. I've represented accused people at the trial court and appeals in State and Federal Court in Washington and Oregon.