Amy Tamara Margolis

Amy Tamara Margolis

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 23 years

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

111 SW 5th, Suite 2080, Portland, OR

About Amy

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Located in downtown Portland, Oregon, Amy Margolis specializes in all areas of criminal defense throughout the entire state of Oregon. If you are being charged with a crime, or think you may be, do not hesitate to call us- we are available 24 hours a day and ready to provide you with a free consultation.

24 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 23 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2002

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Location

Law Offices of Amy Tamara Margolis

111 SW 5th, Suite 2080, Portland, OR, 97204

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Amy Tamara Margolis's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2013

ABSOLUTELY THE BEST ADVOCATE ANYONE COULD HAVE

I stumbled on Amy's profile on the Oregon State Bar website, I submitted a brief overview of my legal situation and w/in 5 min got a phonecall from Amy. She handled my case w/not only legal insite but w/ great passion for justice on my behalf. Amy has been a Godsend to my family during the most chall...enging time of our lives. Justice has a advocate and her name is Amy Margolis.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2010

Great lawyer!

She was great. Handled my case with compassion and we got a great result. Would definitely recommend to anyone!

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2010

Hire Amy

Amy is excellent because not only did she achieve the proper result, but she really stayed on top of my case. I was facing the worst situation in my life and she moved mountains for me. She's very calm, communicative and convincing. Hire Amy!

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2010

Excellent defense attorney

I beleive that she is the best defense attorney in town. She is honest, hard working and really listens to her clients. She is tough, and a true problem solver. She worked out every detail of my case in my favor. Highly recommend.

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Amy Tamara Margolis's Lawyer Endorsements

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Graham Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy Margolis is an exceptional advocate for her clients, both in and out of the courtroom. Amy’s got vision, and the skills to make it happen. I enthusiastically endorse Amy!"

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Matthew Hoff

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy Margolis is one of the brightest criminal defense lawyers in Portland AND throughout Oregon. She champions her client's cases with hard-work, zealous advocacy, excellent inter-personal skills and savvy trial acumen. She isn't a rising star in the business for nothing. I referred Amy cases in the past. And was never surprised to hear the matters were resolved with favorable results. She's a real pro."

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Matthew Cohen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Russell Barnett

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Put simply, Amy Margolis is an exceptionally talented and skilled lawyer. She fights for her clients with vigor and determination. You may not need a lawyer of Amy's skill, but if you do, you are in good hands,"

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David Bean

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is super smart. She understands her strengths and uses them to assist her clients achieve the best possible results. While many of her clients are going through a difficult time, Amy is able to maintain a good sense of humor and put her clients at ease."

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Sarah Nelson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Margolis is a smart and tough lawyer who works hard for her clients. She is not afraid to go to trial and has a lot of trial experience. I highly recommend her."

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Matthew Hoff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Anfuso

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Russell Barnett

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Bean

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Sarah Nelson

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising star, Super Lawyers

2012

rising stars, Portland Monthly Magazine

2011

Rising Star 2011, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Managing Attorney/ Criminal Defense, Law Office of Amy Margolis

2006 - 2007

Lobbyist, Oregon Criminal Defense Association

2003 - 2005

criminal defense attorney, Calhoun, Fishback and Engle

2002 - 2003

Public Defender, Multnomah Defenenders

Associations

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

member

2007 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Legislative Committee

Member

2001 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

member

Sample of Legal Cases

Gorge Robber

Plea negotiation, no federal charges issued, no california or washington charges issued

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Education

2001

University of Oregon School of Law

Juris Doctorate

1998

University of Washington -Seattle

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Oregon Cannabis Business Association

House Bill 3460

2008

OCDLA Spring Conference

Legislative Update

2008

Lewis and Clark Law School Democrats

Ballot Measure 57 Panel

2008

Bus Project Panel

Ballot Measure 57

2005

Classroom Law Project Annual Conference

How To Stay out of Trouble as a Teenager

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

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