Ruben Medina Jr

Ruben Medina Jr

4.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Oregon City, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

421 High Street, Suite 211, Oregon City, OR

About Ruben

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 95%

I'm an criminal defense attorney representing persons accused of misdemeanor and felony offenses in the State of Oregon. We represent client from the initial arraignment all the way to trial and finally disposition.

22 years

95%
Immigration 5%

12 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 450-450 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 21 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Ruben Medina, L.L.C.

421 High Street, Suite 211, Oregon City, OR, 97045

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Ruben Medina Jr's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Alex | February 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Extremely rude and doesn't seem to care about his clients.

He was always very short with me the times I could actually get a hold of him. When deciding what to do with my case and explaining the plea offer he neglected to tell me multiple things that were in the offer including restitution payments. I asked him multiple times if I was loosing my licence and ...he told me no even though in the deal I was loosing it for 1 year. He neglected to tell me about A WHOLE charge that I was being charged with. I asked him if he would counter offer the deal asking for the DA to drop the felony to a misdemeanor, he came back saying they said not at this time but that once I successfully completed probation it would drop to a misdemeanor. He told me it was a good deal because it was a package and so I was only paying fines on one charge and there was only probation on one charge. Only after I plead in court and the judge was reading me back the details of the deal did I find out about there being fines and probation on both charges, restitution and the extra charge. When I brought it up to him he was extremely rude to me saying that the only reason I was saying anything was because I was about to get sentenced, admitting that he had neglected to tell me about the restitution fees but he wasn't sure about the rest and what did I want him to do. A year later when I am about to get off probation I find out that the crime being lowered to a misdemeanor is not in the judgement I call him and he tells me he never said that to me and he has no notes of that. I explain to him that, that was the only reason I took the deal and how we had, had issues before about his negligence of properly informing me of the details he just kept asking what I wanted him to do. He did not care about me or what happened to me and admitted to his negligence but what did I want him to do??

Ruben Medina

Replied last February 12, 2020

I represent this person nearly one year ago when I was appointed to her two cases. When I represented her she met with me several times. She was fully aware of the plea she was entering into. When she appear in Court for her plea she was asked by the Judge whether she understood the plea agreement and the rights she was giving up. She said "yes". She was not confused about the plea agreement nor did she ask the Judge any further questions. She received a copy of the judgment and also had no questions. I never heard from her again until a few days ago. The allegations she makes are confusing. Additionally, the hearing itself is recorded and does not support her allegations.

Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2014

Helped with a DUI

Ruben was very helpful, he made going through my first DUI a lot easier. He was able to explain everything that could happen and what most likely would happen. He was dedicated to my case and was able to let me know it would be a difficult year ahead of me. He was very knowledgable in these types of ...cases. I liked his honesty and the fact that he was able to explain all the legal terms.

Posted by Lois | December 27, 2013

Personal Injury case review

I hired Ruben to help with a personal injury case, auto accident. He was recommended to me by another attorney I work with doing interpretation. The opposing party's insurance did not want to pay after my PIP ran out. He did an excellent job of representing me and my daughter, and won the case. I... would recommend him to anyone. He always responded quickly to my emails, texts and calls, even when he was on vacation. The case took over a year to resolve and we just finished. He was very good and I recommend him highly.

Posted by anonymous | March 3, 2009

Highly reccomended

Ruben is a smart and dedicated attorney. He has helped me with many small legal projects and has always demonstrated a good understanding of the law. Perhaps most impressive, he always responds promptly and efficiently.

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Ruben Medina Jr's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jennelle Gonzales

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ruben is a fantastic attorney. He has many years of experience and truly cares about his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Ali Ebrahimzadeh

Unknown lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Pezhman Pakneshan

Unknown lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jarrett Blakeley

Unknown lawyer | Nov 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ruben. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Erin Lufkin

Unknown lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lake James Perriguey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Angel

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ruben is a very smart and hard working attorney. Client's are in good hands when they retain Ruben; he goes the extra mile. I endorse this lawyer."

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Ryan Hamilton

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I met Ruben at a legal education seminar. I've referred clients to him and he's an honest and hard working attorney."

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Shannon Wilson

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Russell Barnett

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"When I refer a friend or client to a fellow attorney, it is important that I have confidence in the attorney. For me, a referral is my representation to the person that I understand the gravity of their situation, and that the attorney I am referring them to will uphold the standards of practice they would expect from me. I have never hesitated to refer friends or clients to Ruben Medina. I know Mr. Medina to be a through and determined advocate for his clients. In addition, Mr. Medina is an engaged member of the Portland community, and he has a commitment to, and understanding of, individuals from varies cultures, backgrounds and orientations. I endorse Mr. Medina as a talented attorney."

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Edward Kroll

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although Ruben now primarily does personal injury, I met him when he was working as a criminal defender. He struck me as having a good rapport with his clients and understanding their needs. He was easy to work with, and perhaps more importantly, he was realistic. An honest lawyer with good advice can often be difficult to come by, but Ruben definitely fits that description. He knows the law well, and is an effective advocate for his clients."

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Laura Baldwin

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Recognition of Dedicated Service, Beaverton Human Rights Advisory Commission

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Law Office of Ruben Medina, L.L.C.

2004 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Squires & Barnett, P.C.

2003 - 2004

Judicial Clerk, Multnomah County Circuit Court

Associations

2004 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - 2009

Miracle Theater Group

Board Member

2006 - 2008

Beaverton Human Rights Advisory Commission

Commissioner

2005 - 2012

Oregon Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Gallego

Criminal History Expunged, record cleared.

Lois Garcia v. Michael K. Student

Plaintiff won all her all medical costs and a significant non-economic award.

Armenta v. Farmer's Insurance Company of America

Settled

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Education

2002

Northwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Skidmore College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

CCBA CLE Conference

Domestic Violence

2016

Learning the Ropes

Bridging the Cultural Gap

2015

Learning the Ropes

Bridging the Cultural Gap

2014

Learning the Ropes

Bridging the Cultural Gap

2013

Learning the Ropes

Bridging the Cultural Gap

2012

Learning the Ropes

Bridging the Cultural Gap

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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