Edward T LeClaire

Edward T LeClaire

4.1
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 22 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Unknown

1725 SE Tenino, Portland, OR

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 21 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2004

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Licensed in Washington for 17 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2009

Suspended - Discipline

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Licensed in Montana for 22 years

State: Montana

Acquired: 2003

Administrative - Not authorized to practice

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

Location

Edward T. LeClaire, attorney

1725 SE Tenino, Portland, OR, 97202

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Edward T LeClaire's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.1 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (2)

Posted by Robin | November 1, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Criminal Defense Attorney

Pay attention Oregon. This is one of the better ciminal defense lawyers you are going to find. He works hard for his clients. He is enegetic and tireless. Great communications. Made a big impact on the case. Broad experience that you will benefit from.

Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very smart

Edward is a very knowledgeable attorney and knowledge is power. Consulting him is essential in a terrible place like Oregon, he knows exactly how to approach each case and has a sincere passion to defend and he gave me a lot of hope in what was a completely illegal and staged Oregonian trial of whic...h my civil rights were abused in the worst ways (Oregon-mostly idiots, charlatans, and arrogant bullies with obnoxiously disingenuous attitudes and arrogance that makes them a state that needs walls). Where as most prosecutors are simply bad people and their passion is to play into a clearly corrupt legal system, he knows it all and will get you out of their unfair game. I had also consulted a few other excellent attorneys in states like Texas and California who’s first comments were “we wouldn’t practice in that state,” their advice also being as helpful as Edward’s knowledge.

Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

No business practicing law

I hired Mr Leclaire for help on a dui case in 2013. While he seemed really helpful in the beginning, as the process continued he became less responsive and seemed less stable. He did not give me the relevant information needed to make an educated decision on chosing to go to trial and exaggerated hi...s trial skills- as a result, I rejected diversion and took the case to trial. In the weeks leading up to the trial, I couldnt get ahold of him. At trial, he was woefully unprepared and had me testify without ever preparing me to take the stand. Midway through the trial, the judge pulled him into her chambers to ask if he was well enough to continue. He said he was. He should have been honest and said he wasnt Not surprisingly, we lost. He never followed up afterwards. Now that several years have passed, I see that he has been disciplined for client complaints that are much less than the mistakes he made with my case. I should have filed a complaint. He should never be allowed to practice law again.

Posted by Maria Mendez | March 23, 2014

If you need someone to fight a DUII case Edward LeClaire is the person you need.

If anyone is looking to hire a DUII attorney, I strongly would recommend Edward T LeClaire. Mr. LeClaire is a very knowledgeable guy. From the minute I contacted his office Tatiana his secretary was very nice and understanding. Not knowing what to do, they both gave me the information I needed and th...e confidence. Mr. LeClaire and Tatana were there every step of the way confirming all my court dates and keeping me up to date on all the information we had submit. Not once did he give up on my case. I am very blessed and lucky to have found him. With all his knowledge and experience we were able to win the case.

Posted by Betsy | January 25, 2014

Knowledgeable and Professional

Edward LeClaire offers great representation. What a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and experienced attorney! The moment I learned he’d be representing me I got my peace of mind back. When we went to my hearing, I was even more amazed at his strategy. Don’t get deceived by his handsome looks and nice ...smile! This attorney is ready to defend you, and if there is anything that can be done for your case, rest assured - Edward LeClaire will do it. What can I say about my hearing? It was very long, it was very confusing, but the confidence of my attorney really made me feel more comfortable. And yes, we won! Thank you so much for all your help, I cant express my gratitude enough to do you justice! If any of my family or friends ever needs representation, I wont hesitate recommending Mr. LeClaire to them!

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Edward T LeClaire's Lawyer Endorsements

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Bartley Herron

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Talented DUI attorney in Portland Oregon."

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Ryan Anfuso

Unknown lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed is a great lawyer whom I have known for years. I endorse Ed."

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Richard McBreen

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. LeClaire is a skilled and dedicated criminal defense attorney. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone in need of an attorney."

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Robert Crow

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Ed for numerous years and always have believed him to be more than competent and clearly dedicated!"

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Emily Elison

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed has a great presence and confidence in the courtroom. He's an attorney I trust to turn to with questions about local customs and procedures. He is warm and friendly with clients and always puts them at ease in stressful courtroom situations."

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Richard Oberdorfer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed has the mind of a great lawyer. He thinks holistically about his client's case AND the client's bigger problems and ultimate goals. He's fearless and smart."

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Peter Castleberry

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. LeClaire is a fearless advocate for his clients and a warrior in the courtroom. I recently observed a jury trial where Mr. LeClaire obtained a Not Guilty verdict for a client in a DUII case with a very difficult set of facts. I watched him destroy the prosecution's case and win the jury over with a powerful and energetic closing argument. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Russell Barnett

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ed LeClaire is a very creative and skilled trial lawyer. More than once I have relied on his knowledge and attention to detail. I think very highly of Mr. LeClaire's talent and abilities. He's a fine lawyer, and any client he represents will benefit from his zealous advocacy."

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Rachel Philips

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed LeClaire is a dedicated, creative and inspired trial attorney. He works hard and is a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Laura Baldwin

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Edward is creative, smart, and bold. He advocates ferociously for his clients, and has a good time doing it. He wins cases that appear to be impossible to win."

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Bronson James

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed is a smart, creative, and skilled trial attorney. He has a good rapport with both clients, and opposing counsel and the court. He possesses a combination of skills necessary to a successful trial attorney: a sharp mind and a casual charm. I would recommend him highly for any trial work."

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John Lucy

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Excellent work ethic, skilled trial attorney with excellent insight and dedication to his profession. Works well with other attorneys on co- defendant matters and willing to go the distance for his clients."

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Daniel DiCicco

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ed's a good lawyer and I learned a lot from him when I was just getting started. Put a picture of your smiling face up here, Ed."

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Damien Donnelly-Cole

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Laura Baldwin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lynne Dickison

Criminal defense lawyer

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Emily Elison

Criminal defense lawyer

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Peter Castleberry

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rachel Philips

Criminal defense lawyer

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Russell Barnett

Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Oberdorfer

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Bronson James

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Lucy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lisa Ludwig

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Suspension issued in WA, 2017

updated on 05/22/2017

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in MT, 2017

updated on 11/17/2022

This means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension Partially Stayed Placed on Probation issued in OR, 2016

updated on 01/27/2017

Suspension partially stayed means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice he or she will be on probation, meaning the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Work Experience

2007 - 2009

attorney, Multnomah Defenders Inc. (MDI)

2005 - 2007

attorney, Rose City Defense Consortium (RCDC)

2003 - 2004

Clerk, Montana Supreme Court

Associations

2010 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

member

2004 - Present

Oregon State Bar

member

2003 - Present

Montana State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. D.R.P.

dismissed / acquitted

State v. M.M.

acquitted

State v. JWK

Jury Verdict of Not Guilty

State v. G.W.

Acquitted

State v. N.F.

acquitted

State v. E.P.

Acquitted of all charges

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Education

2008

National Criminal Defense College

graduate

2003

University of Montana School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Montana

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2008

OCDLA DUII Manual; editor of Diversion Chapter Diversion Programs and Post Conviction Relief

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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