Christopher J O'Connor

Christopher J O'Connor

also known as Chris O'Connor

5.0
Rating: 7.3

Licensed for 23 years

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

630 SW 5th Ave Ste 500, Portland, OR

About Christopher

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Criminal Defense 100%

Ten years and counting of a strong trial practice in criminal and quasi-criminal state court matters ranging from cases of riding public transportation without the proper fare up to homicide. I've defended and assisted thousands of people facing misdemeanor and felony criminal charges including Ballot Measure 11 allegations, domestic violence accusations, probation violation hearings, civil commitments, drug courts, community courts, DUII diversions, and drug court.

23 years | 1,000 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 23 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2002

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Location

Metropolitan Public Defender Services Inc

630 SW 5th Ave Ste 500, Portland, OR, 97204

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Christopher J O'Connor's Reviews

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Posted by Mr. S.D.G | November 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Great lawyer

Mr. O,Conner I couldn't have asked for better help, he went the extra mile for me when he didn't have to for free!!! I would recommend him and hope if I ever need a attorney I could hire him...

Posted by Heather | August 24, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best legal defense lawyer that I have ever experienced!

Chris O'Connor was my public defender in Multnomah County, Oregon between 2007 and 2013. I was not able to afford a regular paid attorney, but let me tell you, you would not have known the difference. Christopher O'Connor is very passionate about what he does! Even though I was in a very rough spot... in that particular part of my life I NEVER felt judged by him. I have fortunately got my life together since then, and let me tell you, I Have Experienced Plenty Of Public Defenders . . . . . NOT A SINGLE ONE have ever compared to my experience with this man!!! I promise you that you will not be disapointed. Christopher O'Connor is awesome!

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Graham Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

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"Chris O’Connor is a fire-breathing force for justice; a brilliant and courageous advocate for the most vulnerable in the system. The system is designed to overwhelm defendants – but lawyers like Chris balance the scales. Portland is lucky to have him."

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Rachel Philips

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris O'Connor is quite simply one of the most quick-witted, creative and fearless trial attorneys I know. He is a passionate and effective advocate for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  7.3 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, Metropolitan Public Defenders, Inc.

2003 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Janet Hoffman

2002 - 2003

Clerk to the Honorable Douglas Mitchell, Lane County Circuit Court - Oregon Judicial Department

Associations

2004 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2002 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Education

2002

University of Oregon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

University of Oregon

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1994

Tualatin High School

International Baccalaurate Diploma, Advanced Placement Scholar

Speaking Engagements

2011

Homeless Man Shot to Death by Portland Police Radio talk show discussion of police shooting

Publications

Languages

English

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