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During their time as an attorney, Clark McVey has specialized predominantly in criminal defense, ranging from misdemeanor offenses to major felonies such as property crimes, drug offenses, and person crimes including manslaughter and murder.
Clark received their undergraduate degree in Philosophy from Missouri State University (MSU) in Springfield, Missouri. While attending MSU, Clark was chair of the Student Philosophy Organization, as well as presenting at several philosophy conferences, including one at Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon. Clark would then go on to receive their J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Missouri, where they were a Student Bar Association Representative and President of the Association for Intellectual Property and Entertainment Law. Clark also externed with Mid-Missouri Legal Services in their Landlord-Tenant division, representing indigent clients facing eviction or foreclosure.
After law school, Clark went on to work with the Missouri State Public Defender in Jefferson City, Missouri, where they learned in the field what it meant to be a zealous advocate for those facing criminal prosecution. Ever since, Clark has dedicated their professional career to criminal defense and doing whatever they can to get the best possible outcome for their clients, which experience has taught them is best achieved through teamwork and communication.
Clark’s hobbies include table-top roleplaying games, strategy video games, and Lego. They have been playing table-top roleplaying games for 40 years, which has provided them with further experience coordinating with people with diverse interests as well as creative problem solving.
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Chat withState: Oregon
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Crown Plaza, Suite 1150, 1500 SW First Avenue, Portland, OR, 97201
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Posted by Joel | January 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
A Gem
In March of 25 I was arrested and charged with numerous felonies, two of which were “Measure 11”. Measure 11 is a ballot measure that demands the offender serve time in prison, a minimum of 5 years. I’ve never been to prison, and hopefully never will. As my case progressed Mr McVey was open and ho...
Posted by Sarah | December 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Highly Recommend!
Clark was nothing but professional, prepared, and knowledgeable and we were able to close the case with the best possible outcome for our situation. I appreciated Clark's timely responses and we were comforted by his experience and the entire team at his firm. Highly recommend!
Thank you for your comments. We were all very pleased to be able to resolve the situation. Happy holidays to you and yours!
Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Proceed with Caution
I worked with Clark McVey at KN Defense after my previous attorney from the same firm abandoned my case. Unfortunately, my experience with Mr. McVey was extremely disappointing. During the time he was assigned to represent me, there was no sign of progress or a clear legal strategy. When I asked abou...
This matter was reviewed by the Oregon State Bar Client Assistance Office, and the determination was that there was insufficient evidence to support a reasonable belief that lawyer misconduct occurred.
Posted by Dylan | September 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Professional, wonderful attorney
Clark McVey is such a professional, wonderful attorney and person. Clark took on my case and from beginning to end, made me feel truly represented and cared for. Clark always had my best interest at heart and made me feel he was working his hardest for me. Clark McVey will always be my go to recommen...
"Mark C. Cogan PC law offices welcomes Clark McVey to our legal team as Associate Attorney. Mr McVey is assigned cases running the full spectrum of criminal matters that our law firm handles, all the way from misdemeanors to Ballot Measure 11 felonies. Areas of practice include Domestic Violence, Sex Offenses, Drug Prosecutions, Property Crimes, DUII matters and others. All the way from investigation stage to defending clients in the courtroom, we are confident Mr McVey will be a strong advocate for our clients as he incorporates the philosophy of teamwork which is fundamental to the way our law firm defends our clients. Whether the case involves a client who is in custody, or out, whether the matter calls for a Motion to Suppress Evidence, Plea Negotiations, or Trial, we are confident our clients will be well served by the teamwork contributed by Mr McVey."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2025 - Present
Attorney, Mark C. Cogan, P.C. Law Offices
2023 - 2025
Attorney, KN Defense Corp
2021 - 2023
Attorney, McVey Law
2017 - 2021
Assistant Public Defender II, Missouri State Public Defender System
2013 - 2013
Rule 13 Certified Housing Extern, Mid-Missouri Legal Services
2024 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
BS - Bachelor of Science
English
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27 Mar 2026
What can I do to protect myself now? How can I prevent this from happening in the future?
27 Mar 2026
I would like to withhold rent from my landlord for April due to several issues.
27 Mar 2026