Brian Michael Starns

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Brian Michael Starns

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hood River, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Expungement, Juvenile, Administrative Law

116 3rdStreet, Suite 203, Hood River, OR

Virtual Consultation Available

About Brian

Biography

Over 27 years of DUII and criminal law experience in courtrooms around the state. Personalized, professional and experienced representation.

Criminal law, particularly DUII defense, is my area of specialization.

Clearing your record can also create new and better opportunities.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

DUIIs, all levels of criminal charges-- Major Felonies, Misdemeanors and traffic offenses.

28 years

90%
Expungement 5%

Get a fresh start- an expungement erases past convictions and arrests, making life easier for background checks, travel and job applications.

5%
Juvenile Law 3%

28 years

3%
Administrative Law 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2023 2021
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+ 3
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 27 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1998

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Brian Starns. LLC.

116 3rdStreet, Suite 203, Hood River, OR, 97031

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Brian Michael Starns's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

64 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Professional lawyer

Brian has all the necessary attributes of a great lawyer. During our first conversation, I recognized his passion for what he does. I always appreciated his compassion and patience while working with me through a very difficult time. I feel fortunate to have worked through my issues with a lawyer, wh...o is very knowledgeable and has the best communicative skills. Thank you Brian!

Posted by anonymous | March 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Attorney

Brian was a great help for me. He is very educated on the matter of law with his background to support it. My case was very interesting and a trying time in my life, he took what I had to say with great attention to detail. Thank you Brian very pleased with the outcome.

Posted by DANIEL | February 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Brian Michael Starns

Brian Michael Starns was hired to contest my speeding ticket. He made the process extremely easy and took care of everything on my behalf while keeping me well informed along the way. Due to his representation, I was able to receive a full dismissal of the infraction. I would highly recommend Brian M...ichael Starns to others and would not hesitate to hire him again in the future.

Posted by Nathaniel | January 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent

Brian was very friendly and kind he managed to get me from a reckless driving down to a diversion with no hassle from me he took care of absolutely everything himself and it was clear he truly cared about me and the outcome of my case, thank you Brian for everything!

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

2nd DUI- Fantastic Criminal Defense Lawyer!!

Fantastic lawyer! I never thought I'd be one to need a lawyer but after one DUI in the Midwest and now one in Oregon I knew I needed legal counsel. Oregon has very tough DUI laws. After my arrest I called Brian a few days later. He got back to me within 24 hours. He was very calm and we had a fre...e consultation where I described my past and what had happened. My BAC was high (above a 0.15). He said he would be willing to represent me if I wanted. Since I was distressed he told me to think about it and get back to him once I considered it. I liked he didn't pressure me into anything. I looked up reviews prior to hiring him and decided to go with it. He was available via phone, text, and email. He reviewed the police report, my previous dui documentation, and body cam images. He said I would not need to appear in court as he was my lawyer and would take care of everything he could. There were too many unknowns in the beginning to give me a likely outcome, but I trusted his expertise and judgement. I let him take the wheel. He handled the DMV hearing and the initial court date. He was very good about following up and giving an overview of the meetings. He then went to the sentencing hearing and got my case reduced to diversion. I am just very thankful no one was hurt and that Brian was able to help me get back to "normal" daily life. I have had much time to reflect and never ever want to go through that again. I will now be doing my diversion (interlock device, alcohol evaluation, sobriety, counseling, fees, victim impact panel, etc.). It is my job not to mess up again and I fully understand that. Brian has been a blessing and I am sure my outcome would have been quite different without his help. In the beginning it felt like a gamble... but I'M SURE GLAD I DID!!!

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Jennifer Robins

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Brian for almost ten years, and worked with him for five years. I am always impressed by his continued quest for knowledge and his dedication to his clients. He works for the best result possible on every case, and stands up for the rights of his clients."

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Andrew Kohlmetz

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is an excellent and compassionate attorney who learned from some of the best in Oregon. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him for your criminal needs."

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L Todd Wilson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Brian is a skilled attorney and I would recommend him to anyone who is in need of criminal defense help."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Honors

N/A

Mentorship Award, Hood River High School

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of Brian Starns, LLC.

1998 - 2018

Attorney, Morris, Smith, Starns & Sullivan

Associations

1998 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1998 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Member

1998 - Present

Mid-Columbia Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State V. Rivas

Defendant found Not Guilty of all charges following a jury trial.

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Education

1998

University of Nebraska College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

University of Nebraska

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1994

University of Nebraska

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2011

The Oregon Defense Attorney "Beautiful Words"

2004

The Oregon Defense Attorney "Beautiful Words"

Languages

English

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