Bronson James is a Portland native who received his bachelors degree from Reed College, and his J.D. cum laude from Lewis and Clark Law School. From 2005-2010 he served as Chief Deputy Defender for the Oregon Office of Public Defense Services Appellate Division.
He has represented hundreds of persons before the Oregon Court of Appeals or the Oregon Supreme Court. He is a leading practitioner in the area of parole and probation law, and has served on the Governor's Advisory Group to the Oregon Board of Parole, as well as testified numerous times on parole legislation before the Oregon House and Senate.
He currently serves on the Oregon Disciplinary Board, and is a past member of the Oregon Criminal Jury Instruction Committee, and past editor of the Journal of Computer and Internet Litigation published by the American Bar Association. He is a frequent speaker on criminal appellate matters.
Practice areas
Aggressive, smart defense strategies with an emphasis on motion practice and rigorous investigation. Every case is prepared for trial.
19 years, 200 cases
Direct criminal appeal before the Oregon Court of Appeals, Oregon Supreme Court, and US Supreme Court. Additionally, appeal of administrative agency rulings by the Board of Parole.
19 years, 450 cases
9 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OR | Active | 2003 | 05/15/2022 |
Legal answers | 117 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Selected to the Oregon State Bar Leadership College | Oregon State Bar | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Bronson James LLC | 2010 - Present |
Chief Deputy Defender | Oregon Office of Public Defense Services | 2004 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2010 - Present |
American Immigration Lawyers Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Parole Advisory Board | Member | 2008 - Present |
Marion County Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Federal Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
Multnomah Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
Oregon State Bar, Disciplinary Board (Region 6) | Member | 2008 - 2010 |
Willamette Valley American Inn of Court | Member | 2008 - 2010 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Oregon Defense Attorney | Thoughts on Lawson: New litigation in eyewitness IDs | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Lewis & Clark Northwestern Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Reed College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1994 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Annual Conference. | Strategies in a Motion Practice | 2013 |
Annual Conferernce | Successful Strategies in 1983 Civil Rights Claims | 2013 |
Death Penalty Seminar | Developments in Capital Litigation | 2012 |
Holiday CLE | Expert Testimony in Physical Abuse Cases | 2012 |
Capital Post-Conviction CLE | Strategies in Capital Post-Conviction Appellate Litigation | 2011 |
Annual Conference | Understanding Immigration Law: An Easy Structure for Advising Your Clients | 2011 |
Search and Seizure Seminar | There's an app for that: search and seizure of portable electronics | 2010 |
Annual Conference | Criminal Episodes | 2010 |
OCDLA Annual Conference | Defending Against 'I Did It' - The Changing Law and Tactics of Confessions | 2009 |
OCDLA Winter Conference | Pitfalls of Preservation | 2008 |
OCDLA Annual Conference | Emerging Issues in Oregon Criminal Law | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State v. Sanchez-Alfonso | Reversal |
Gasque v. City of Portland | Directed verdict for plaintiff |
In re Topete | Successfully stopped deportation |
Zepeda-Ruelas v. State of Oregon | Verdict for plaintiff |
State v. Feller | Release of client |
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Scott Stinson, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 3, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Bronson James on a professional level for over nine years now. He is an innovative, brilliant, and dedicated attorney who always has the best interest of his clients in mind. Few attorneys in Oregon have a better understanding of the law than Bronson, and I never hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.
Rhett Fraser, Appeals Attorney on Feb 6, 2012
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Bronson James is a true asset to the criminal defense bar. He is a great attorney. If you are in need of a skilled criminal attorney to argue an appeal or legal motion, look no further.
Travis Eiva, Appeals Attorney on Mar 7, 2015
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Bronson. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Russell Barnett, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Bronson james is that rare breed of lawyer who is not only gifted with a keen legal mind, but he has the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts to judges and other lawyers. When members of the defense bar discuss a matter and someone says: "Bronson says...." all ears tune in, and seriously consider his position. I know many lawyers throughout the state, but there are only four that I turn to when I have questions--Bronson James is one of those four lawyers.
Elliot Yi, Unknown Attorney on Sep 26, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Rhett Fraser, Appeals Attorney on Feb 6, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Bronson James is a true asset to the criminal defense bar. He is a great attorney. If you are in need of a skilled criminal attorney to argue an appeal or legal motion, look no further.
Edward LeClaire, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 28, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
Bronson is the lawyer you want on your side.
Christian Lassen, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 27, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Erik Blumenthal, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 25, 2010
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I am a criminal defense attorney and I endorse Bronson James. He is an extraordinary advocate. Not only would I recommend him to anyone seeking the highest quality representation, he would be the person that I would call if I found myself needing a criminal lawyer.
Scott Stinson, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 3, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Bronson James on a professional level for over nine years now. He is an innovative, brilliant, and dedicated attorney who always has the best interest of his clients in mind. Few attorneys in Oregon have a better understanding of the law than Bronson, and I never hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.
Daniel Bennett, Appeals Attorney on Feb 2, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
If I had to hire an attorney to represent me on appeal, it would be Bronson. Bronson is a smart, creative, hard working attorney who is not afraid to raise novel issues and who has the skills to back them up.
Ryan O'Connor, Appeals Attorney on Feb 1, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I worked with Bronson for over 4 years at the Office of Public Defense Services. I know him and his work very well, and I endorse him without hesitation. He is a talented, hard working, creative advocate.
Zachary Mazer, Appeals Attorney on Feb 1, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
Mr. James is a top-notch appellate criminal defense attorney with substantial experience in the Oregon appellate system.
Ryan Scott, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 31, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. James is a highly skilled, highly effective appellate attorney. You can and should have great confidence in the work he does.
Shawn Wiley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 29, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Bronson is a superb attorney. His advocacy is focused, intelligent, and above all, effective. If you want results, hire this man.
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