I grew up in the swamplands of Southeast Texas, in a town where nearly everyone either worked at one of the oil refineries or at the enormous Mark Stiles Unit prison. In a town like that, you can find hard times and injustices just about everywhere. I learned early on, however, that a person can choose to allow the tough things of life to get them down and keep them down, or they can choose to dedicate his or her life to the service of the public. I come from a long line of people dedicated to doing the latter.
Growing up my family members were farmers, educators, small business owners, members of the Secret Service or various branches of the US Armed Forces, and people who, no matter what they did, put doing what’s best for all first. I joined the practice of law to put this into practice for the good of the people of Oregon. I spent two of my three years of law school working for the DistrictAttorney’s Office, gaining invaluable knowledge on Oregon law and the criminal process. I was certified by the Oregon Supreme Court to practice early, which means during my third year of law school, at the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, I functioned as a DA, handling my own caseload, taking matters to trial and making countless court appearances. The sum of these family and educational experiences have provided me with an education far superior and more practical than many of my peers, making me uniquely situated to serve my clients in their most trying of times.
On a personal note, I have spent time living and working in many locales from California to Wisconsin to Russia. I am married and the father of three lovely children.
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The Law Office of Siefman & Pond
707 SW Washington St.
Suite 1410
Portland, OR, 97205
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| OR | Active | 2010 | 09/10/2021 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Bono Award | Lewis & Clark Law School | 2006 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Attorney | The Law Office of Joshua Pond | 2010 - 2011 |
| Attorney | Corbridge & Short Law Group, LLP | 2009 - 2010 |
| CLS | Multnomah County District Attorney's Office | 2008 - 2009 |
| Law Clerk | Washington County District Attorney's Office | 2007 - 2008 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| NORML Legal Committee | Member | 2013 - Present |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2013 - Present |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Oregon State Bar | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Multnomah Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Washington County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon Gay and Lesbian Law Alliance | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Clackamas County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Federal Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Oregon Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| OCDLA DUII Trial Notebook - MJOA and Other Objections | Author | 2014 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 2009 |
| Fuller Theological Seminary | MA - Masters | 2004 |
| St Edward's University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2002 |
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Mark Gorski, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 17, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. He's a lot younger than me, but he's also bright, funny, and will fight for you to the end!
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I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator.
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Mr. Pond is an active contributor to the Avvo community. He eagerly shares his knowledge in a straightforward and understandable way
Jonah Morningstar, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 12, 2013
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Josh is one of the best lawyers practicing in Portland. I endorse him without reservation.
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I endorse this lawyer.
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Josh is a great attorney and brings a keen sense of skill to his client's case. I respect him as an attorney, and as a person.
Robert Crow, Criminal defense Attorney on May 1, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Josh is willing to work hard for his clients and puts their needs and concerns first.
Matthew Simon, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 11, 2013
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Mr. Pond consistently provides insightful and helpful advice. His knowledge and diligence are clearly evident. I endorse him without reservation
Richard McBreen, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
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Josh is a very smart and dedicated attorney. He is a tireless advocate who truly cares about his clients. I would definitely recommend his services to anyone facing criminal charges.
It is my pleasure to endorse this lawyer. He provides knowledge and experience and would be an asset to any client.
Bartley Herron, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2013
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Joshua is a very good lawyer and communicator. He has a strong courtroom presence and demonstrates a true caring for his clients. He is easy to like. I highly recommend him.
Not only do I endorse Josh, I highly recommend him should you find yourself needing a defense attorney. Josh is a compassionate, skilled attorney who has great experience in his field.
Jay Bodzin, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 15, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Pond cares about his work and the effect it has on the world.
Brook Wood, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 5, 2012
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I attended law school with Mr. Pond, and know Josh to be a man of integrity and a strong work ethic, whose chief concern in any representation is to understand his client's situation and goals and to achieve the best result that can be had with those things in mind. I endorse Josh and his office.
Rhett Fraser, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 21, 2012
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Josh Pond is a experienced criminal defense lawyer who cares about his clients. I've had the chance to see him in court and in trial and I know that if you are charged with a crime, Josh Pond will work hard to get you the best result on your case. Whether you are charged with a domestic violence crime, a theft, or are in need of a qualified Portland DUII attorney, I would recommend giving Josh Pond a call.
Todd Huegli, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 14, 2012
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Josh is a skilled criminal defense attorney and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of criminal help.
I endorse this lawyer. He provides detailed and insightful analysis to questions posed by AVVO subscribers. The detailed responses and thorough explanations provided here display a vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community.