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

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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 Zac | March 25, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Would recommend

Excellent service. Fair price. ............................................

Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Informative, friendly and made my life easy

Brian was great to work with. Informative, always available when a question came up and made my life a lot easier navigating the legal system. It was pretty straight forward and no surprises, I enjoy that he charges a flat rate so you can feel free to talk without watching the clock.

Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Helped me deal with DUII

I was cited for DUII, a pretty traumatic experience. Other than a few traffic tickets my 40+ years of driving have been uneventful. Brian explained the likely course of events, dealt with the court and DA, and successfully achieved an outcome of diversion. I kept my driving privileges and avoided a... big insurance issue. It's not inexpensive to have a private attorney for a DUII, but I believe it was money well spent. I needed someone with experience to help me avoid even more costly mistakes I could have made due to lack of knowledge of the specifics of the law and the Hood River court process. I probably couldn't have directed someone to the courthouse before this happened...

Posted by anonymous | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent lawyer!

I was pulled over in Hood River, Oregon for having a tail light out. Subsequently I was cited with a DUI. (realizing immediately my poor decision to drive after being out with friends) I was referred to Brian by a friend and contacted him to inquire about him taking me on as a client. He responded... right away and we set up a meeting. He was very up front about what I was facing and very knowledgeable about the steps that would need to be taken. He allows plenty of time when you have an appointment with him and does not make you feel rushed. And he is up front about his fee which is a relief to not have unexpected legal fees. Brian has been very professional and dependable and, considering the situation, it has been a great experience to work with him.

Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Settled my case yet never meet the guy

He’s expensive. And he had said that he would help me with a few other things associated with my case but he did not. But he got my case figured out, so that was us a plus. We had an appointment to meet and he never showed up, so I never met him.

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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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Jennifer Robins

Criminal defense lawyer

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

Activity

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