Christopher A McCormack

Christopher A McCormack

4.6
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 25 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Portland, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Appeals, Juvenile

510 SW Fifth Ave, Suite 600, Portland, OR

About Christopher

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 65%

Domestic violence, sex crimes, expungement, drug possession and distribution, driving under the influence of intoxicants, white collar crimes.

26 years

65%

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 25 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Brindle McCormack PC

510 SW Fifth Ave, Suite 600, Portland, OR, 97204

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Christopher A McCormack's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ranae | March 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Would Hire Again

Kept up w email communication. Called when appropriate. Negotiated w the DA to dismiss my case & forgo trial. He lost money but saved me a lot of money, time & stress. Honest and upfront. At first, I was concerned that he couldn't tell me, yes, we could win. He told me cases like mine had been won, b...ut he couldn't promise, and then he went above and beyond to make it a win and only cost me the initial charge to get busy.

Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2012 | DUI & DWI

An amazing Lawyer

I have never had any criminal record let alone a ticket. I am a petite young woman and made a Huge mistake of having little food and a couple beers! I got a DUI and it literally has ruined my life! I was given a public defender Stacy Redding. Who wanted me to sign my life away and plead guilty! She ...actually told me i Was guilty! I was horrified when she wanted to see if my parents had money because she said it could help with my case! I decided to fire her because I wanted a lawyer to believe in me and realize I an not a horrible person just someone that made an awful mistake! I then hired a private lawyer Richard Oberdorfer. Who had me pay 2000 dollars up front! Promising that I had a 95 percent chance to clear my name and put this horrible nightmare behind me! He took my money and did nothing he said he would! He pushed going to trial! Costing 3000 dollars more to go to trial! I had already got a loan out to pay to have him as a lawyer! Then he called my father and used hIs manipulative ways saying that if it was his daughter he would pay 3000 dollars to help his daughter out and that my dad should do the same! This has already been such a Terrible experience for my family let alone to get a call like that is so upsetting and Sooo inappropriate. I couldnt pay an extra 3 thousand dollars! I was then given over to Christopher McCormack. From the start he was a breath of fresh air! He listened to my story. He gave me wonderful legal advice. It was the first time I had peace of mind from being so distraught! You could tell he cared! He wasn't just after my money. I had to go through 2 terrible experiences feeling down and humilted! But in the end I came out on top with Christopher as my lawyer! He stood by my side and represented me proudly. He did more then anyone could and believed in me! I would recommend him to everyone that wants an amazing lawyer that is going to truly represent you for who you are. I live out of state and I have reccomended him to many people even though it's a drive its completely worth it! I can't honestly say enough good things about him! Thank you Christopher McCormack for helping me through this horrible year. You have given me such a positive outlook and have given me a second thought about lawyers.

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Christopher A McCormack's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allison Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Crow

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris works hard for his clients and carries a confident demeanor in court."

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Edward Kroll

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is an excellent advocate for his clients. He blends charisma, friendliness, and knowledge of the law together in a way that few other lawyers can. His courtroom work is excellent, and I am pleased to consider myself his colleague."

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Lowell McKelvey

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I know Chris from our former work together as prosecutors and recommend him frequently to those needing criminal defense representation. He is a good lawyer and a good guy."

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Kenneth Kissir

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Allison Williams

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Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Brindle McCaslin & Lee, P.C.

2000 - 2006

Deputy District Attorney, Multnomah County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2006 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2000 - Present

Multnomah Bar Association

Member

Education

1999

Lewis & Clark Northwestern Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

Project Safe Neighborhoods Education Seminar

Criminal Procedure

2006

Juvenile Law Best Practices Seminar

Juvenile Prosecution

2005

Project Safe Neighborhoods Gun Prosecution Seminar

Juvenile Gun Prosecution

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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