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Thomas Freedman
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Defending the rights of the accused in state and federal courts.
If you are accused of a crime, you need an aggressive and fearless advocate in your corner to fight the government and pursue your freedom. My top priority is being there for you when you need me most. I will tirelessly fight for your constitutional rights, and leave no stone unturned in zealously defending your case to achieve the best possible results.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
18 years
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Licensed in Oregon for 17 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 26 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Pearl Law LLC
838 SW 1st Avenue Suite 400, Portland, OR, 97204
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Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights
Champion for Justice
I cannot recommend my attorney highly enough. He did an extraordinary job defending my First Amendment rights in a case that should never have existed in the first place. From the very beginning, he was a fierce advocate for justice and held the District Attorney's office accountable at every turn. ...
Thomas Freedman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas and I have worked together on a number of cases. He is an excellent attorney, and among the elite of Oregon's defense bar. If a loved one were in trouble, I'd tell them to call Thomas."
"Thomas is smart and well respected in the community. You'd be in capable hands with Mr. Freedman as your attorney. I'm always happy to see him in court."
"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas is a brilliant lawyer with creative and effective arguments. We worked on a case together where Thomas wrote and argued a demurrer that got the case for his client and mine dismissed. He is definitely an attorney who contributes to the bar and is someone I would trust to handle your case."
"Thomas is smart and takes no guff from prosecutors or law enforcement. He fights hard; he works hard. He's the type of lawyer you want in your corner."
"Mr. Freedman has the winning combination of courtroom skill and a sharp legal mind. He doesn't back down against the government and zealously represents his clients. I am pleased to endorse Mr. Freedman and would not hesitate to refer people to him."
"Fearless. Passionate. Diligent. Experienced. Intelligent. Thomas Freedman is a great criminal defense attorney."
"Thomas is an excellent attorney. Extremely knowledgeable, hard working and a passionate advocate for his clients. His sartorial style is bar none."
"Thomas Freedman has committed his life’s work to advocating for the oppressed, and he is a superlative lawyer. He is a committed advocate who knows the law, and he is fearless in and out of the courtroom. I would not hesitate to refer friends and family to Thomas because he will do absolutely everything in his power to fight for the best result. I endorse this lawyer."
"Thomas is a very skilled and hard working criminal defense lawyer. He is a great trial lawyer and he always does his best for his clients. I refer potential clients to him all the time because I know they will be taken care of. I definitely recommend Thomas Freedman as a good criminal defense attorney."
"I endorse this Thomas Freedman. Thomas is creative, resourceful, and dedicated to his clients and cases. I have seen Thomas' work in both the criminal defense and civil rights arena, and I recommend Thomas without hesitation."
"Mr. Freedman is exceptionally smart and aggressive. Truly fearless."
"Thomas Freedman is a top-notch lawyer: smart, experienced, able to see around corners, but with a humility and kindness that shines through. I would not hesitate to ask him to represent me or a loved one."
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Experience
Honors
1996
Fordham Law Review, Staff Member [1996-1998], Fordham Law School
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Thomas Freedman (Pearl Law LLC)
1998 - 2007
Attorney, Private Practice in New York
Associations
2009 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - 2019
Oregon State Bar, Civil Rights SectionSecretary
2009 - 2011
American Civil Liberties UnionVolunteer Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. __________, Multnomah County (2018)
Not Guilty on 138 Counts of Armed Robbery (four week jury trial)
Education
1998
Fordham University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
Portland State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
DUII Defense in 2022
State v. Shevyakov: How to Use Miranda to Suppress FSTs
2019
Learning the Ropes (CLE for New Lawyers)
Introduction to Criminal Law
2009
Write to Publish Conference 2009, Portland State University
Copyright Basics & The Fair Use Doctrine
Publications
2023
2021
2018
The Advocate (Louisiana) - by Jim Mustian
Oregon eyes own changes to split-verdict law: 'Do we really want to be like Louisiana?'
2018
The Oregonian, by Aimee Green
2 robbers terrified Portland in 14-bar spree: Jury acquits 2 men prosecutors pursued
2018
2016
The Oregonian, by Aimee Green
Chanting at City Council Meeting Not a Crime, Judge Rules
2005
Business & Commercial Litigation in Federal Courts
Letters of Credit Chapter, 1999-2005 (Contributor)
Languages
English