Jefferson County Criminal Lawyers

At Baxter Law, LLC, our founder is devoted to seeing that his clients receive the high standards of professional representation that they need after an arrest or accusation. His experience in criminal litigation includes being a former Deschutes County Deputy District Attorney and prior Treasurer and President of the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Association. His extensive experience in the courtroom has greatly benefitted those facing a variety of charges ranging from DUIIs to murder.

Jason Short is an experienced trial lawyer who can help anyone feeling like they are buried in legal problems. Jason is proud to provide quality legal representation to his clients facing both criminal and non-criminal matters throughout Oregon. Prior to starting the Short Law Group, P.C., Jason worked for nearly 8 years as a Deputy District Attorney in Oregon. As a former prosecutor, he gained extensive trial experience trying over 160 cases to juries and judges and handling over 6,000 cases. These cases ranged from DUIIs, traffic crimes, misdemeanors, felonies and serious Measure 11 cases. He has even represented attorneys...

John Gilroy is an experienced and skilled Attorney at Gilroy Napoli Short Law Group. His practice focuses on DUII/Drunk Driving Defense, Criminal Defense , and Personal Injury matters. John has prior experience as a Deputy District Attorney at the Washington County District Attorney's Office, where he prosecuted a broad array of crimes, from misdemeanors to felonies. His work in the D.A.'s office has provided him unique legal insight and knowledge. John is committed to exceptional service and representation for your legal needs. John received his B.S. in Political Science from Santa Clara University in 1993. At the University of Oregon,...

L. Todd Wilson was born and raised in Hillsboro, Oregon. Mr. Wilson graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1990. He then attended Santa Clara University and graduated with honors with a history degree in 1994. Mr. Wilson graduated from Willamette University School of Law in 1997. He was admitted to the Oregon State Bar in 1997 and is admitted to practice before all circuit and appellate courts in the state of Oregon, and the United States District Court for the District Oregon. Mr. Wilson concentrates his practice area to cover a broad spectrum of litigation and courtroom work. He regularly...

I am passionate about the law and how to use it to help you. Since I was a child I was fascinated by the law and its unique ability to solve people's problems. I pride myself in constant learning and practice. I know that regardless of the legal question or situation you may find yourself in, it is likely the most important issue in your life. My goal is to answer your questions and resolve your issues as quickly and efficiently as possible, so that you can get back to your life with as little hassle...

Bryan is dedicated to protecting the rights of the accused and personal injury victims. Beginning his legal career as a public defender, Bryan gained considerable criminal trial experience even before leaving law school. As an active member of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice, Bryan believes in fighting for civil justice and insurer accountability.

Before joining Gilroy Napoli Short, Amanda served as a Deputy District Attorney at the Washington County District Attorney’s Office for several years, where she gained substantial trial experience in prosecuting both person and property crimes. She then relocated to the U.S. Virgin Islands, where she was admitted to the Virgin Islands Bar Association and served as General Counsel for an investment company with interests in both the territory and Ireland. More recently, Amanda focused on investor relations for a commercial-stage, global biotechnology company headquartered in Switzerland. Her extensive experience across various legal fields, particularly her passion for criminal law, provides...

Alycia Herriott is an experienced Oregon trial attorney working primarily out of the firm’s Bend office. Alycia’s practice focuses on DUII Defense, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, and Victim’s Rights in Deschutes, Jefferson, Crook, and Klamath Counties. Prior to working with Gilroy Napoli Short Law Group, Alycia had ten successful years as a Deputy District Attorney in both Deschutes County and Clackamas County, including time as a Special Assistant US Attorney in the Portland US Attorney’s Office. As a Deputy District Attorney, Alycia handled over 100 jury trials, including Homicide, Vehiclular Manslaughter, Measure 11 offenses and DUII’s. Alycia’s extensive knowledge of...

Jason Wheeless is a highly experienced criminal defense attorney, bringing nearly two decades of expertise to his clients in cases ranging from DUII to homicide. Notably, he is among the few Spanish-speaking criminal defense attorneys serving communities east of the Cascades. Jason began his legal journey in 2005 as a public defender in Pendleton, Oregon. After practicing in Oregon for a few years, he moved to Spain, where he spent a year teaching at a public high school and studying foreign policy at the Universidad de Cádiz. Upon returning to the U.S., he settled in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he dedicated...

Prior to joining Baxter Harder, Erica was an associate attorney at Stahancyk, Kent & Hook in Bend and Prineville. During her time there, Erica handled a variety of family law cases, including high-conflict custody and parenting time disputes, divorces, and restraining orders. Erica has also worked in the Deschutes County District Attorney’s Office. During that time, she appeared in court on behalf of the State for a number of criminal matters. While in law school, Erica worked as a judicial extern for the Lane County Circuit Court, where she gained additional valuable courtroom experience. Before moving to Oregon, Erica worked...

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After growing up in Oregon, I moved to the East Coast where I attended the University of Virginia and graduated with a major in Political Science and a double minor in Latin American Studies and Spanish Language. After college, I spent six months in South America and studied the language and had an internship with Habitat For Humanity in La Paz, Bolivia. Upon returning home, I graduated from University of Richmond School of Law with cum laude distinction. Upon moving to Washington I had an internship with the Pierce County Prosecutor’s Office and worked in the...

I have been successfully trying cases for over fifteen years. I started my career as prosecutor in a district attorney's office, and stayed there for seven years. In that time I handled cases from misdemeanors including DUI and DWS, to felonies like burglary and Measure 11 assaults. After leaving that job, I started my own practice focusing on helping individuals who have been charges with crimes My cases aren't just a file to me. When I agree to help someone with a problem, I take the time...

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I've defended the rights of the accused for over 26 years and handled over 6,000 cases. Rated 10 Best, Client Satisfaction (American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys). Rated as one of the Top Lawyers in Oregon for Ethical Standards (2015 and 2016, The Legal Network). Rated as one of the Top 100 Criminal Lawyers in America (2016, The National Trial Lawyers). Ranked in the top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers, Oregon (2016, American Society of Legal Advocates).

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Member of the Oregon State Bar since 2000 Member of the Oregon Federal Bar since 2000 Member of Washington State Bar since 2010. I practice in a variety of areas of the law, which is useful when there are overlapping legal issues. We offer a free phone consultation for the following types of cases:
Personal Injury
Motor vehicle accidents
Dog bites
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Robert Harris is founder and president of Harris Velazquez Gibbens, Law Firm. A medium sized law firm located in Hillsboro Oregon with a second office in Northeast Portland.

Our law firm focuses on litigation, specializing in:
+ Personal Injury
+ Family law
+ Criminal Law and DUII.

Harris Velazquez Gibbens has earned the highest rating from Martindale Hubbell: Preeminent AV rated. Indicating excellence in the legal field and the highest ethical standards, as well as perfect 10.0 ratings from AVVO

Damien is a criminal defense trial lawyer with 18 years of experience representing clients in Oregon’s courts. He has built a successful career as a criminal defense lawyer by investing the time to understand his client’s needs, as well as the legal challenges they face, so that he can advocate for positive outcomes. At the start of Damien’s legal career, he gained experience with both the prosecution of major crimes at the United State Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois, and the defense of people accused of crimes as a public defender in both St. Louis, Missouri, and Portland,...

Criminal Defense and DUII Defense in Clackamas County Circuit Court and the surrounding municipal courts (West Linn, Lake Oswego, Gladstone, Canby, and Oregon City) for nearly a decade. Serving my clients locally allows me to dedicate more time to my clients cases, rather than dedicating time for travel.

Year after year this law firm delivers accessible representation, extensive preparation, strong communication, and effective results.

The number one complaint about lawyers is not being able to get them on the phone. I pride myself on not making that mistake. If I am not able to take a call, I always...

When criminal problems and immigration statuses intersect, Oregon and Washington residents all too frequently face deportation that requires immediate legal representation.

Brian Patrick Conry is among a very limited group of attorneys who routinely practice in both the criminal defense area as well as deportation defense courtrooms. Mr. Conry's work has included litigation before the:

- State court, circuit court, and local Portland and Tacoma immigration courts.
- Appellate courts (State, Federal and Immigration).
- Federal, District (federal trial court level).

Mr. Conry has represented clients on criminal cases and/or post-conviction relief cases involving drug trafficking, homicide, sexual abuse, rape, assault, theft and burglary...

Robert concentrates his practice on criminal law, some family law matters, and some general litigation. Robert's criminal practice ranges from DUII cases to domestic violence cases to property crimes, such as theft, ID theft, and forgery. Robert also enjoys working on cases involving family law matters such as restraining and stalking orders. Robert also represents clients in personal injury matters such as car accidents and slip and fall injuries.

Robert strives to follow the philosophy that everyone deserves a good, competent, and dedicated criminal defense attorney in the defense of their legal and constitutional rights. Robert also believes that a person...

Attorney Jeff Jorgensen is an enthusiastic, detail oriented lawyer and tenacious litigator who fights for his clients. While in law school, Mr. Jorgensen interned as a prosecutor for the City of Seattle, handling misdemeanor crimes. After law school Mr. Jorgensen worked for a premier Oregon insurance defense firm, where he honed his litigation skills. In 2016 he founded his firm, Jorgensen Legal, with the objective of assisting his clients in solving their legal problems.

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...

I am dedicated to your defense. My practice includes the full range of criminal cases including traffic tickets, minor in possession, drug manufacture and possession charges and domestic violence (DV) charges. I also do civil matters such as no contact orders, restraining orders and forfeitures. Having defended hundreds of cases, I have a established a reputation as a zealous advocate for my clients. I focus on reaching the best possible outcome for your case - whether a plea bargain or challenging the charge at trial.

“I feel so much better now that I’ve discussed my case with you.” That’s what people tell me after meeting with me for the first time. They feel better because I take a personal approach to the practice of law. I take the time to get to know my clients and the legal problems they are facing. After talking with me, my clients know that I genuinely want to help them. As an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Portland, I take a lot of pride in doing everything possible to help my clients reach the best possible outcome....

Nathan Piers-VanderPloeg is a native Oregonian born and raised in the Portland area. He graduated with a degree in Political Science from Linfield College in 2005 and earned his law degree from the University of Oregon in 2011. While working for the Lane County District Attorney as a third-year law student, Nathan tried and won five cases, including a seven count felony jury trial. Following his graduation from law school, Nathan worked as an associate in a general litigation firm, focusing his personal practice on the areas of Employment Law, Personal Injury, and criminal defense. He has handled a...

Portland Immigration Law is based in Portland, Oregon but serves clients around the world. We specialize in family reunification and fiance visas, asylum, deportation defense, and analyzing the immigration consequences of criminal charges. Immigration lawyer Cole Enabnit speaks Spanish, Russian, and English and proudly serves clients in all three languages.

Matthew Philbrook is a graduate of Clark College, Washington State University, and Gonzaga University School of Law. He has been a member in good standing of the Washington State Bar Association since 2001, and Oregon State Bar Association since 2005.

Matthew entered a career in law with a passion for protecting the legal rights of those in our community, with a competitive approach. He formed Philbrook Law Office, located in Vancouver and Battle Ground, Washington, in 2005, with the goal of championing the rights of people wrongfully injured or in legal jeopardy. Matthew’s years of dedicated service to his clients has...

Graduating from Arizona State University with a B.A. in Chemistry Education in 1997, Hershall went on to teach high school chemistry, physics, math and biology before owning and operating multiple businesses and later graduating from St. Mary’s School of Law with a Juris Doctorate.

Hershall has a proven track record of success practicing law. His diverse background, persistence and result-orientated drive benefits hundreds of satisfied clients, like you, achieve remarkable results. He has practiced in personal injury, contested wills and trusts and criminal defense. Since joining the outstanding team of attorneys at Cornerstone Law Group he has focused on...

Aggressive Representation Against a Range of Criminal Charges Criminal charges are serious matters. Accusations that qualify as Ballot Measure 11 charges are not only serious, they carry mandatory prison sentences. Our law firm, located in Portland, Oregon, represents clients with a variety of criminal defense needs, including clearing a criminal record through expungement, representation in grand jury investigations and criminal defense in state and federal courts. Our criminal defense lawyer, Mark Cogan, received an AV - Preeminent 5.0 out of 5.0 Rating* through Martindale-Hubbell, the highest ranking available to attorneys. He is an Oregon SuperLawyer® (only 5% of...

ABOUT EDIE ROGOWAY I have been a Portland-based trial lawyer for the past 20 years, the last ten of which have been in private practice representing criminal defense clients in state and federal court. A key strength and my favorite part of practicing law is building relationships, and I take great pride in the customer service component of my job. I am personally involved in each stage of every case, from strategy and investigation to motion practice to alternative resolutions, and jury trial. I began my career as a Multnomah County Public Defender. During this time, I gained...

Drew Anderson is a skilled associate attorney specializing in defending individuals facing criminal charges, including DUII, from the firm’s Portland office. Before joining Gilroy Napoli Short, Drew served as a Deputy District Attorney in Marion County, Oregon, where he prosecuted a wide range of felony and misdemeanor cases, from property and drug offenses to Measure 11 crimes. His legal career began as a Deputy District Attorney in Coos County, one of Oregon’s rural areas, where he gained extensive trial experience handling diverse cases. Drew uses his background and knowledge to keep his clients informed and advocates passionately on their behalf...

Joseph's formative experiences have deeply influenced his dedication to justice and advocacy. During his law studies, he gained practical skills as a certified law clerk with Gilroy Napoli Short, where he acquired hands-on courtroom experience across California. This opportunity allowed him to navigate complex legal procedures and sharpen his understanding of the criminal justice system. His clerkship with the Clark County District Attorney’s Office further enhanced his analytical abilities and strengthened his commitment to defending individual rights. As an Oregon criminal defense and DUI lawyer, Joseph is steadfast in his commitment to providing every client with a fair trial and a...

Jenna Richards is a dedicated criminal defense attorney with a strong commitment to advocating for individuals navigating the criminal justice system. She has extensive experience handling a wide range of cases, from minor violations and misdemeanors to complex felonies and Measure 11 charges. Before joining Gilroy Napoli Short, Jenna served as a criminal defense attorney in Washington County, where she managed both court-appointed and private cases and worked on the county’s Early Case Resolution (ECR) docket. Her substantial courtroom experience spans criminal courts throughout Oregon, and she approaches each case with compassion and collaboration, always striving to achieve the best...

As the founder of Gray Law, LLC, Clackamas County attorney Shanon Grey offers legal representation to people accused of a crime. For more than 13 years, Attorney Grey has worked in the legal field. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Grey was a prosecutor in Multnomah County for several years. He is a received his undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri Columbia and his law degree from the Oklahoma City University School of Law. For a free consult, please contact his firm today.

Chandler is a passionate criminal defense attorney who is deeply committed to justice, fairness, and safeguarding individual rights. Her journey into the legal field began at an early age, having been raised in a family deeply involved in law, particularly her father's practice. This early exposure sparked a lasting interest in criminal law, leading her to proudly follow in her father’s professional footsteps. Before becoming an attorney at Gilroy Napoli Short, Chandler gained practical experience working as a certified law clerk with the firm, where she spent significant time in Oregon courtrooms. Her dedication to justice also inspired her to...

Since his graduation from the Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College in 1996, James has dedicated himself to advocating for those in need, and to protecting individuals’ rights.

Beginning his legal career as a public defender in Portland, James quickly gained a reputation at the courthouse for intelligence, integrity, and effectiveness in front of a jury. Ten years of representing the indigent accused allowed him to hone his trial skills in an environment which only a busy criminal practice can provide. James then made the transition to civil law, where he has advocated for injured clients for the...

Zach Walsh’s background spans the globe, from litigating criminal and family law cases in the Pacific Northwest’s smallest jurisdictions to fighting piracy in Moscow. Prior to joining McKean Smith to practice criminal and family law, Zach honed his courtroom skills as a prosecutor, and as an attorney at one of Portland’s largest family law firms.

Zach has the experience to manage complex criminal and family law cases; he also knows how to help clients protect their liberties and navigate the complicated intersection of family and criminal law. He doggedly pursues just and expedient resolutions on complicated legal matters for his clients....

Jeff’s practice is primarily family law and criminal defense. He enjoys complex family law cases, involving businesses and other complicated scenarios. He has also done work in construction defect cases. Jeff especially enjoys helping people to clean up their criminal record through vacations/expungements and restoring rights to buy firearms.
In addition to helping establish compliance procedures for highly regulated industries, he is also certified in Collaborative Law. Jeff is an avid believer in alternative dispute resolution, due to its low-conflict approach to settling a dispute outside of the courtroom, and the benefits it serves to all parties involved.

Portland criminal defense lawyer Joshua Pond serves as a partner at The Law Office of Siefman & Pond. Prior to partnering with Attorney Jeff Siefman, he spent time at solo practice and an attorney at several area firms. Mr. Pond holds a B.A. from St. Edward’s University, a Master’s from Fuller Theological Seminary and a J.D. from Lewis & Clark Law School. While in law school, he was the recipient of the Pro Bono Award. He is a member of many professional organizations including the American Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Oregon Gay and Lesbian Law Alliance,...