Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in Portland | 112 available

112 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in Portland, Oregon, including Stephen Houze, Steven Sherlag, Steven Ungar, and Tara Herivel. These lawyers are rated between 4.5/5 to 4.9/5 and 62% provide free consultation.
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Steven Sherlag

Firm: Sherlag | De Muniz LLP
820 NW 12th Ave., STE 106 , Portland , Oregon 97209
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
It is an honor when people bring their problems to me and entrust with me with vindicating their rights, being their voice in our nation's courts.. I enjoy what I do and treat every client as I would wish to be treated should I have the misfortune of facing their challenges.  I approach my client's case as a partnership, with patient understanding, compassion, and the knowledge that I will be a better lawyer if I listen to my client's story and their needs, but also knowing that with my years of experience, I am prepared to carefully guide my client and my client's family through the rough and uncertain waters of the court system.. I also know that it is important to maintain a sense of humor in stressful times and an enuring sense of dignity so that my client will understand me and know that I will do my very best to accomplish their goals, their outcome, no matter how difficult and uncertain the path may be.. If you think I may be the right person for you, please do not hesitate to call on me to be your voice in our nation's courts.
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“atly recommended for service!!! As well he is one of the top 100 attorneys of America!”
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“Steve is a smart, calculated, and effective advocate. I endorse and highly recommend this attorney.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

Steven Ungar

Firm: Ungar Law Office LLC
805 SW Broadway, Suite 2440 , Portland , Oregon 97205
Practice Areas: Corporate , Criminal Defense , Regulatory , White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
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“Steve is a force in the legal world. As his law clerk, I was able to witness firsthand the power of his clout, experience, and intuition. Unlike anyone else I've worked with, Steve…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Tara Herivel

Firm: Law Office of Tara Herivel
811 SW Naito Parkway. , Portland , Oregon 97204
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Thomas Freedman

Firm: Pearl Law LLC
333 SW Taylor St Ste 300 , Portland , Oregon 97204
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Defending the rights of the accused in state and federal courts.. If you are accused of a crime, you need an aggressive and fearless advocate in your corner to fight the government and pursue your freedom.  My top priority is being there for you when you need me most. I will tirelessly fight for your constitutional rights, and leave no stone unturned in zealously defending your case to achieve the best possible results.
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“I was wrongfully arrested during a peaceful protest. Despite this clear overreach, the DA delayed th”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Thomas and I have worked together on a number of cases. He is an excellent attorney, and among the elite of Oregon's defense bar. If a loved one were in trou…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Thomas Hanrahan

Firm: Kohlmetz, Steen & Hanrahan, P.C.
741 Southwest Lincoln Street , Portland , Oregon 97201
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Juvenile , Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
At Kohlmetz, Steen & Hanrahan, P.C., Thomas Joseph Hanrahan works hard around the clock in order to ensure all his clients’ needs are taken care of. He genuinely cares about his clients and will go to the ends of the earth in order to help them. Backed by over 23 years of in-depth legal experience, he has the skills and experience necessary to provide you with proficient and aggressive legal representation. Mr. Hanrahan has a comprehensive understanding of criminal defense law and he knows how to pursue the best possible outcome in each case. As a result, he has helped countless clients successfully resolve their legal problems, allowing many of them to live normal and free lives. He is a well-respected criminal defense lawyer in Portland for his legal proficiency both in and out of the courtroom. You can be sure of top notch legal care with Mr. Hanrahan.
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“he really works hard to help ensure that you get the best possible outcome. Tom helps you understand”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Troy Nixon

Firm: McKean Smith
1140 SW 11th Ave , Portland , Oregon 97205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
I tailor my representation to meet the needs of each individual client and/or business.  I have over a decade of experience helping individuals and businesses navigate complex legal situations.  My aim is to help my clients reach their goals as quickly and efficiently as possible.  In addition to any circuit court in Oregon, I am also admitted to appear in the US District Court for the District of Oregon (federal court).
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“ould for me. Troy and team, you all are great to work with and were all very nice folks. Take care”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”

Tyl Bakker

621 SW Alder St Ste 621 , Portland , Oregon 97204
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Tyl W. Bakker is a member of the Oregon State Bar and is admitted to practice in the Federal District Court for the District of Oregon as well as the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is also a member of the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) Panel, appointed to represent persons charged with federal crimes.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Wayne Mackeson

Firm: Wayne Mackeson PC
1211 SW 5th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97204
Practice Areas: Appellate , Criminal Defense , Ethics & Professional Responsibility, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense
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“Mr. Mackeson is a role model for aspiring criminal defense attorneys. He leaves no stones unturned in the defense of his clients. He has a wonderful courtroom demeanor and is alway…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Whitney Boise

Firm: Boise Matthews LLP
805 S.W. Broadway , Portland , Oregon 97205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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.
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“to gain. Whitney advice was spot on, he successful exaunerated my record and I will live free from a”
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“Whitney has been a mentor and a source of wisdom and knowledge. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

William Macke

Firm: William J. Macke & Associates
4411 Ne Tillamook St , Portland , Oregon 97213
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
William was born and raised on the western slopes of the Wallowa mountains in eastern Oregon.  From there, he criss-crossed the nation, attending film school in New York City, remodeling houses in Seattle and landscaping in the San Juan Islands, before settling in Portland in 2008.. His diverse background informs his litigation style, combining an agressive hands-on approach with eye towards narrative detail.  This approach allows you to present your case as a compelling struggle of right against wrong with proven results in winning the support of judges and juries, alike.
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“Will Macke has the temperment, intelligence and communication skill that achieve positive results for his clients. His ability to connect and make you feel comfortable as a client …”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Zach Walsh

Firm: McKean Smith LLC
1140 SW 11th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97205
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Zach Walsh practices criminal law and family law with McKean Smith. Prior to joining McKean Smith, Zach honed his courtroom skills as a prosecutor and as an attorney at one of Portland's largest family law firms. Litigating criminal and family law cases in Oregon and Washington's largest and smallest jurisdictions, Zach is well versed in Oregon and Washington courtroom practice and client representation. Using his litigation experience and his creative approach to criminal and family law issues, Zach is able to help clients manage their risk seeking the best outcome with or without a trial. He doggedly pursues just and expedient resolutions on complicated legal matters. Zach has the experience to manage complex criminal and family law cases. Zach also has the experience helping his clients protect their liberties while navigating the complicated intersection of family law and criminal law matters. An avid traveler and outdoors men, Zach worked for the Economic Section of the U.S. State Department in Moscow, Russia during the second George W. Bush administration, focusing on anti-piracy research and its pertinence to the Russia Federation's accession into the World Trade Organization. He then worked for the U.S. Forest Service and AmeriCorps in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.In his time away from the office, Zach can be found enjoying having a good meal with his family or friends or enjoying the Pacific Northwest's rain and occasional sunshine.He holds dual degrees in Political Science and Russian from Florida State University, B.A., cum laude, and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Oregon School of Law.Zach is a member of the Oregon State Bar, Washington State Bar, Multnomah County Bar Association, Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyer's Association, Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Oregon Association of Family Law Practitioners, and the Gus J. Solomon Inn of Court. Zach is an active member and subcommittee chairman of the Oregon New Lawyers Division. He is also the past Treasurer of the Malheur and Benton County Bar Associations.
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“Zach is a talented attorney who takes great pride in zealously representing his clients. He is comfortable in the courtroom and provides good advice to his clients about the best s…”

Stephen Houze

Firm: Stephen A. Houze Criminal Defense Attorney
1211 SW 5th Avenue , Portland , Oregon 97204
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“A judge once told me that if every lawyer in Oregon made a list of, in their opinion, the top 10 lawyers in the State, Stephen Houze would be on the vast majority of those lists. T…”
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