Michael Robert Levine

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Michael Robert Levine

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 51 years

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

1001 S.W. Fifth Avenue, Suite 1414, Portland, OR

About Michael

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 95%

95%
Sex Crime 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2013
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 32 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Hawaii for 42 years

State: Hawaii

Acquired: 1983

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 43 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1982

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 51 years

State: California

Acquired: 1974

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Levine & McHenry LLC

1001 S.W. Fifth Avenue, Suite 1414, Portland, OR, 97204

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Law Offices of Michael Robert Levine

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Michael Robert Levine's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jay | July 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding choice to help in a challenging time

When my nephew was arrested and charged with a criminal offense and thrown in jail, our family was in shock. He was there as a tourist on his own, while I am in NYC the rest of the family overseas, and he made a mistake based on cultural differences and without bad intentions. We were scared and lo...st as to what to do and had to find a great lawyer. A friend of a friend gave us 3 names, and we called all 3, but ONLY ONE called back promptly on the Sunday - and that was Michael Levine (the remaining calls trickled in during the week). We were so lucky because over the next month he proved to be not only a competent lawyer but also responsive, communicative, friendly, and to my nephew he provided real emotional support to guide him and calm him throughout the month. The case was successfully dismissed and that was based on his legal work and filings, but I heard stories from my nephew about how in the courthouse Michael was friendly and polite to everyone, and he sensed that the people who worked there knew and liked Michael and were kind and cooperative in return. Michael was also very fair with the price, and in fact his initial quote was very modest so soon after we started we offered to pay him a higher fee just because we could see he was doing more work than anyone anticipated. And so all in all I'd say BIG THANKS to Michael and we would warmly recommended.

Posted by Maria | May 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

HE IS AMAZING!

I give him a 10 out of 10. He went over and beyond for me. He got my restitution cut 65% from the original asking price. He is super easy to work along side with and takes your arguing point into consideration and applies them where he thinks they will be beneficial to your case. I highly recommend h...im for criminal cases like myself. You go Mr. Levine! If you ever read this I want to Thank you so much.

Posted by anonymous | December 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highest Recommendation

Choosing Michael to help me with my legal defense was the best choice I could have made. Looking up his professional history alone, I was impressed. He demonstrated his proficiency and many years of experience in each of our interactions. Not only was he thorough in his messages/statements to the Pro...secutor, his way with words left me wanting for nothing. On top of his reliability, he also made sure that paying him was financially feasible for my partner and I. I had been doing my duty assisting a Blind woman to serve as a member of the Press, when police grabbed me and falsely accused me of assault. Michael was excellent at sticking to the details, and making sure I understood each step we took together. Though the courts dragged this ordeal out for approximately one year, I truly believe this would have gone on for much longer without Michael's expertise and assistance. Though he is a matter-of-fact individual, I couldn't help but to feel his compassion and empathy. I truly could not recommend this man any higher. If I could rate him 11/10, I would.

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Compassionate, professional and very helpful

Mr. Levine and his partner are a great team. They make themselves available and work well together. He is a no nonsense straight forward guy. He makes a deal on a handshake and is trustworthy. He is fair and readonable. He is well respected in the courts and throughout the legal profession. I ...was treated with respect, consideration and politeness. These men know the law and look at all angles to provide justice and to formulate the strongest defence case. It's very difficult when one is under attack and this team took into account all aspects of defending me and my family as a whole. Mr. Levine was able to see the big picture, apply case law to defend and to create a solid winning case. He literally saved me from unjustice and accusations that could have put me behind bars. Without his professional expertise the situation I was in could have destroyed myself and my children. For a reasonable cost he created greater good than damage. Mr. Levine and his partner worked together "held my hand" through the most difficult time in my life and provided a saving grace. I am forever thankful and indebted to this law firm. My family feels the same way. He is strong in many ways and his wisdom creates the best defense beyond my wildest dreams. Thank you clearly Mr. Levine for your remarkable and powerful defense strategies. He is well connected building the best defense case protecting one from suffering unnessarily. He takes into account how a case affects individuals, family members and society at large. We are very fortinate to have Mr. Levine and his parnter in Oregon.

Posted by Gary | July 14, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Michael is the Best! A rare talent!

Michael Levine is an elite lawyer an the best I have ever had. He was recommended to me personally by internationally recognized an pre eminent criminal defense lawyers 'Allan Ellis' who is a good friend of Michael Levine. But Michael Is way less expensive and easily just as good or in my opinion... better. I can assure you in unequivocal terms your going to get the best deal possible at sentencing or in plea deal or whatever your situation is if you choose to work with Michael. Ive personally seen him work with local prosecutors and federal judges and he is highly respected by them on a personal level and that served to only help me in my case and will in yours as well. The other important thing to know about him is he is a man with a lot of integrity and a big heart and you will get a sense of that just by talking to him. He truly cares a good guy! In my case one of the great things he did was he gave a captivating speech at sentencing that saved me from a lot of time!

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Michael Robert Levine's Lawyer Endorsements

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Graham Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Levine is a master criminal defense lawyer. I am fortunate to have worked as his law clerk for a few months in 2006. Mr. Levine brings a fierce intelligence, huge heart, and generous spirit to every case and client -- and appears to be getting better with time. Michael Levine is a first-ballot hall of fame criminal defense attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Shaun McCrea

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jacob Wieselman

Federal crime lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is not only a scholar of federal criminal law, particularly sentencing issues, but he has seasoned, well-earned experience and common sense of what works and what doesn't. He is someone to go to."

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Evan Oshan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Diligent, Professional, Aggressive, Savy, Book-Smart, Street-Smart. These words describe Michael Robert Levine. If you ever need a criminal defense attorney you would be fortunate to have Levine on your team! No reservations!"

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Harvey Sohnen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike Levine is a successful and forceful advocate. He is passionate about upholding the rights of the accused, and has considerable experience through the whole spectrum, from trial courts to the Supreme Court. Along with his technical skills and knowledge, he has an important gift- the ability to persuade."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Cogan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr Levine is widely respected by criminal defense lawyers for his intellect and for his determination to help his clients. Despite his many years of practice as a criminal defense lawyer, Mr Levine retains his passionate commitment to help those who find themselves accused of crime."

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Steven Sherlag

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an extraordinary attorney. Bright, tenacious, ethical, and compassionate, he brings that something extra that makes a difference. I continue to learn from him and am inspired by what he brings to the practice of law."

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Lisa Maxfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Levine is intelligent and very experienced. Any client would be well-served by his zealous and creative representation."

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Ryan Scott

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An exceptionally talented and impressive lawyer. A real bulldog, but always professionally so."

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Thomas Coan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Evan Oshan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Harvey Sohnen

Employment and labor lawyer

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Mark Cogan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lisa Hay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Sherlag

Criminal defense lawyer

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David McDonald

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lisa Maxfield

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ryan Scott

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

"Best Lawyers in America", The Best Lawyers in America

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Appointed Adjunct Professor 2008-2010, Lewis and Clark Law School

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Oregon "Super Lawyer" 2006-2012, Super Lawyers

1989

Praised as "exceptional" advocate, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in U.S. v. France, 886 F.2d 223, 228 (9th Cir. 1989)

Associations

1990 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Life Member

1985 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Life Member and Oregon Membership Chairperson

Oregon State Bar

Member

State Bar of California

Member

Oregon Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Hawaii State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

United States v. Price

conviction reversed on appeal

United States v. Delray Price

Conviction reversed on appeal

United States v. Nyishawn Brown

Statements suppressed; case dismissed.

United States v. Carter

Not Guilty

U.S. v. France, 886 F.2d 223 (9th Cir. 1989)

Assault conviction reversed by 9th Circuit

U.S. v. Lincoln, 403 F.3d 703 (9th Cir. 2005)

conviction reversed by Ninth Circuit

Iaea v. Sunn, 800 F.2d 861 (9th Cir. 1986)

convicton and life sentence vacated

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Education

1974

University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1966

Columbia University

BS - Bachelor of Science

1965

Rollins College

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2012

Credit Bomb

Walking the Line between Vigorous Advocacy & contempt

2010

Trial Skills College

Closing Argument

2009

OCDLA Winter Conference

Ten Overlooked Evidentiary Objections

2007

OCDLA MEXCO Conference

Miranda waivers by those with language or mental impairment

2006

OCDLA Newport Beach Conference

Double Jeopardy in sex abuse indictments

2006

Federal Defense Attorneys Ohio

Mitigating Factors in Federal Sentencings

2006

Federal Defense Attorneys Los Angeles

Mitigating Factors in Federal Sentencing

2005

Federal Defense Attorneys Portland

Mitigation Factors in federal sentencing

Publications

2009

'171 Easy Mitigating Factors' 171 Easy Mitigating Factors
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