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Christopher M Trotter
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Biography
Providing high quality legal representation to every client is Chris Trotter's first priority. With a strong academic background and well-rounded practical experience, he is able to help clients navigate their way through the often complex and confusing legal system. It can be very intimidating to get involved in the legal system, particularly when facing criminal charges. Specializing in the area of criminal defense, Chris can provide you or your loved one with excellent and aggressive legal representation.
Chris has experience in both criminal defense and prosecution. During his undergraduate studies, he completed a full-time internship with the Office of the State Public Defender. During law school, he gained valuable experience in criminal prosecution working for the Washington County District Attorney’s Office. Chris has appeared in circuit court for jury and bench trials, motion hearings, arraignments, pretrial conferences, change of plea hearings, and probation violation hearings on both sides of the aisle. As a criminal defense attorney, this experience has proven to be very beneficial. Chris has successfully defended many clients, including receiving “Not Guilty” verdicts at bench and jury trials in multiple jurisdictions around the state. He is proud to be part of a high quality legal team that works hard to provide excellent legal representation to every client. When you come to Trotter Law, you can be confident that you are in good hands. Whether you are facing traffic violations, misdemeanor criminal charges, or serious felony charges, Chris has the skills, knowledge, and experience to provide the representation you need.
Chris was born and raised in Western Montana. Staying in the beautiful Northwest was a priority for him, so he attended undergraduate school in Idaho and law school in Oregon at Willamette University College of Law. He is happily married. He enjoys hiking, reading, and playing and watching sports of all kinds.
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Licensed in Oregon for 12 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2013
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Location
Trotter Law, LLC
6125 NE Cornell Road, Suite 380, Hillsboro, OR, 97124
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Communication Style (7)
Professionalism (7)
Character & Conduct (6)
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Posted by RP | September 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent Lawyer and a Decent, Respectful Person
Chris did a great job helping me through my legal issues. Chris recognized that there was a level of complexity to my situation and was willing recommend additional, outside advice services and incorporate into the overall strategy of my case. Chris was willing to adapt to my style of work & commu...
Posted by Aaron | May 18, 2015 | DUI & DWI
NOT GUILTY!!!
I recommend Chris Trotter! He represented me in Washington county Oregon for a DUII. Chris would be my first choice for DUII and I would seriously consider him to represent me for any other criminal defense. I was found not guilty by a jury. =) Chris never made any guarantees and although it ...
Posted by Richard | April 20, 2015 | Criminal Defense
No fancy double-talk....just good solid delivery
Chris was passionate about my innocence in defending me. In my limited legal knowledge he went way beyond standard measures to prove me innocent and cut costs associated with my legal defense. He will be my first contact in future legal matters, if required,
Posted by Ed | April 19, 2015 | Litigation
Excellent criminal defense lawyer
Chris did a very good job of preparing a defense, outlining strategies and preparing for trial. He was honest and up front about both chances of success and possible adverse outcomes. I was kept informed of all developments and provided all information as soon as it was available. Fees were clearly p...
Christopher M Trotter's Lawyer Endorsements
"Chris has a sterling reputation in the community and is a common referral from our office when we cannot take a case for one reason or another. He provides clients with a calm and confident presence in court and has built a reputation with other attorneys through his professionalism and kindness. I strongly endorse Mr. Trotter for anyone seeking criminal counsel."
"Chris is a smart, quick thinking, client first attorney. I gladly endorse his attorney skills and his DUII representation."
"I have known Mr. Trotter since law school. As our careers progressed we both ended up doing DUI and DUII work. He is a trusted source of expertise if I need a second opinion or a legal concept vetted. He is a compassionate and caring lawyer that not only cares about his clients, but also has the skill to win cases and the reputation for winning gracefully."
"I endorse this lawyer. Amazing level of knowledge and professionalism."
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"Chris is fiercely intelligent and constantly striving to ensure his clients are in the best possible position. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Chris provides high-quality and thorough legal representation for his clients. I worked with Chris for one year and found him to be an absolutely stand-up person. I fully endorse Chris."
"Chris is an excellent attorney. Having worked together on several cases involving the intersection of criminal and immigration laws, I have found him to be knowledgeable, a strong advocate for his clients, and professional in all regards. I strongly endorse Chris."
"Chris is very savvy, and is great with people. He is a person of high integrity, and will fight hard for his clients to help them get the best result possible. I would not hesitate to refer clients to Chris for criminal issues."
"Chris is a diligent, experienced, and kind attorney who isn't afraid of court, always puts his clients' interests first, and gets results."
"Chris is a great attorney. He is diligent, and always looking for new ways to attack the State's charges. I also know that he has won some hard fought trials on some very serious charges. You will be in good hands, in my opinion."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Chris worked in a very large and competitive District Attorney's Office before he joined the Short Law Group. When he prosecuted cases he was very successful and he has continued that success as a criminal defense attorney. He recently had a not guilty jury verdict that came back in approximately 10 minutes. He is intelligent and very quick on his feet....attributes any client would want in a trial lawyer. It is an absolute pleasure working with Chris."
"Chris is a dedicated attorney that goes to bat for his clients. He is a trustworthy and skilled attorney who is able to obtain excellent results for his clients. I highly endorse Mr. Trotter."
"Very knowledgeable about DUII and criminal law. Great trial attorney. Knows his stuff."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2012
Externship Honors, Willamette University College of Law
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, Trotter Law, LLC
2013 - 2017
Attorney, Gilroy, Napoli, Short Law Group, LLP.
2011 - 2013
Law Clerk, Washington County District Attorney's Office
2010 - 2010
Intern, Office Of The State Public Defender
Associations
2015 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Multnomah Bar AsociationMember
2013 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2013 - Present
Washington County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
Not Guilty Verdict at Trial
Sexual Abuse in the First Degree, Sexual Penetration in the First Degree, and related charges
Not Guilty Verdict by Jury on all counts
Domestic Violence
Found Not Guilty by Jury on Felony and Guilty on Misdemeanor.
Rape in the First Degree, Rape in the Second Degree, and other related crimes
Client found Not Guilty of all counts at trial
DUII
Client found Not Guilty by Jury
Harassment and Resisting Arrest
Client found Not Guilty by Jury
Assault and Recklessly Endangering Another Person
Client found Not Guilty by Jury
Animal Abuse and Neglect
Client found Not Guilty by Judge
Education
2013
Willamette University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Brigham Young University-Idaho
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I blew a 0.07 on a breathalyzer. Do you suggest a lawyer for the hearing? What are my chances of dismissal if I don't get one?
02 Jul 2015
Q&A
I got a dui 7 years ago in califorina
14 May 2015