Ryan Scott

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Ryan Scott
Aggressively preparing for trial is the best way to negotiate.
5.0 star rating
Look no further...you have found the best attorney!
- sheila, a Criminal Defense client
5.0 star rating
Excellent Attorney
- Randy, a Violent Crime client

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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  • 503-546-0618
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  • 1549 SE Ladd Avenue
    Portland, OR 97214
    Office: 503-546-0618
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I exclusively practice criminal law, both trials and appeals. Until 2006, I was the chief attorney in the major felony section of Metropolitan Public Defenders.... more

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“Look no further...you have found the best attorney!”

Posted by: sheila, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: Ryan is an outstanding lawyer. When I was charged with a serious, false charge, I knew I had to do what ever I needed to in order to have Ryan as my... more
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“Excellent Attorney”

Posted by: Randy, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: I was arrested for a serious crime that I did not commit. I spent several weeks interviewing attorneys, Ryan being one of them.I was impressed with... more
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Peer Endorsements

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19 endorsements


Matthew G McHenry

If I were charged with a crime, I would want Ryan to represent me. His command of case law and related issues is unparalleled. As a criminal... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Matthew McHenry , Portland (OR), Over 3 years ago
Andy Simrin

As a criminal appeals attorney, I know that criminal defense at the trial level is challenging work. Hard working, insightful, always on the leading... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Andy Simrin , Portland (OR), Over 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

18 years since Ryan Scott was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Oregon Active 1995 04/21/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Chief, Major Felony Section at Metropolitan Public Defenders, Inc. 1997–2007
American Anthropological Association 1990–1992

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
Northwestern School of Law, Lewis and Clark College Law Juris Doctorate 1995

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Super Lawyer SuperLawyers 2011
2009 President's Award Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 2009

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Chair, Education Committee Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association 2006–2010

Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 4
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Absurdities of the Oregon Criminal Justice System The Oregonian 2010
Delivery/Manufacture of Controlled Substances Major Crimes and Defenses (OCDLA) 2010
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Accomplices 2012 OCDLA Winter Conference 2012
If You Can't Change the Pieces, Change the Board OCDLA 2011 Annual Conference 2011
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