Graham C Fisher

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Graham C Fisher

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 19 years

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

1549 SE Ladd Ave, Suite 100, Portland, OR

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About Graham

Biography

Experienced, Top-Rated Trial Lawyer Can Help You Combat Your Criminal Charges

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

20 years | 500 cases

50%
Sex Crime 30%

20 years | 55 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 19 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Graham C. Fisher, LLC

1549 SE Ladd Ave, Suite 100, Portland, OR, 97214-4700

portland-criminaldefense.com/

Online Presence

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Graham C Fisher's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney

This was my first time having to hire a lawyer for anything and I could not have made a better choice than Graham. He was extremely intelligent, professional and dedicated. Graham made himself available at all hours and was consistent and transparent in his communication with me throughout the proces...s. It really helped put me at ease and makes you feel lIke someone is on your side. I called several other attorneys before finding Graham and most not only gave a very grim outlook on my case, but also quoted significantly higher pricing. Graham not only gave me a fair price but he achieved the best possible result on my case. Would highly recommend hiring him if you need any type of legal representation.

Posted by Maria | April 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney, brilliant and compassionate

Graham is kind, caring, and responsive. Not only does he have a brilliant mind, he takes the time to listen and explain things every step of the way. His genuine concern for our case assured us that we were in good hands. Graham personally contacted us with information as soon as it was available. H...e made us feel that we were his priority throughout the entire case. He worked tirelessly to push for results. We ended up with the best possible outcome because we had Graham as our attorney.

Posted by Brooke Kratz | June 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Graham Fisher—Excellent Attorney

Graham, to start off, is a very personable guy, easy to talk with and makes things easy to understand. This was important in working with my grandfather for his DUI charges. Graham did a lot of work to lower the consequences for my Gpa and was very sussessful at doing so. It was emotional and discour...aging to be in position my Gpa was in, but Graham kept encouraging us and kept us on track. He is very easy to get ahaold of and communicates back very quickly. He does a lot of the leg work for the case as expected but even tiny details like looking up phone numbers and such, which is very helpful. He is very professional in the way he handles his office, his cases and court. We both enjoyed working with him and would easily recommend him.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

A compassionate straight shooter

I contacted Graham when I was accused of sexual assault. This was the scariest most awful experience of my life and I had no idea what to do or who to trust. Graham gave me a free consultation and gave me the news that he was reservedly confident we could overcome this. And we did. Graham's cool ...demeanor and quiet confidence relieved a lot of my anxiety, I always felt like I was in the hands of someone that both cared about defeating my case and me as a person. If all the lawyer jokes are true, this makes Graham an extremely rare breed. I had to leave my job because of the accusations made against me and Graham took this into consideration when we negotiated a very fair price for our contract. I never felt like I was overspending and his services were worth every single penny. Graham helped me set up a clear plan of how to combat what was going on, and made sure law enforcement dealt with him, not me. Graham gave good advice for how to personally navigate the issues that were potentially life ruining for me and even though some of it was hard to take, I followed his every order because I trusted him. I am glad I did. If I had a single critique of Graham it would be that sometimes it can take him awhile (a couple of days) to get back to you. In the hysteria of such severe accusations it can be hard to not want to cling to your lawyer's leg all day long. However, I chalk this up to Graham being a busy man with many other cases going on and only so much time in the day. He definitely still always made me feel like my case was a priority when we were speaking. I recommend hiring Graham Fisher. You'll be in good hands.

Posted by Greg and Sue | June 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

exceptional lawyer

Graham is professional, compassionate and quietly confident. His negotiating skills are exceptional. My plea bargain allowed me to avoid jail time and a felony conviction. Graham helped me navigate the court process, explaining my options (pros and cons) in clear language. He remained easily accessib...le which translates to reduced stress and confusion. We would not hesitate in recommending Graham to family or friends.

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Graham C Fisher's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ryan Scott

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know a lot of great lawyers, and I've endorsed many of them. What makes Graham different is that I don't know any defense lawyers who have pulled off as many miracles as he has. What's a miracle? It's when the result -- compared to what the defendant was originally charged with -- is so good that I'm genuinely amazed. He has accomplished things for his clients that I am truly envious of. And he has done so quietly, without fanfare."

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Edie Rogoway

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Graham is a brilliant attorney who possesses that rare combination of legal intellect and genuine concern for his clients. He's the real deal and I learn a lot from him. He's crazy smart!"

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Arusi Loprinzi

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. During my time with the District Attorney's office I found Graham to be an excellent attorney for his clients."

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Casey Kovacic

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Graham is a dedicated, aggressive, and highly intelligent attorney who is able to effectively and compassionately advocate for the needs of his clients."

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Robert Huggins

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Graham is experienced, hardworking, and brilliant. As a result, he gets amazing results for his clients."

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Tom Borton

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Graham is a fantastic lawyer, a hard worker and a compassionate and caring advocate for his clients. I would send any potential clients his way without hesitation."

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Richard Oberdorfer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Graham is a great lawyer who cares deeply about his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Matthew McHenry

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Smart, diligent, and tireless, Graham is an outstanding advocate. I fully endorse him."

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Adam Greenman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Graham Fisher as an opponent and as a colleague. In both settings he displayed a high level of integrity and dedication to his clients. He's a fine lawyer and a good man."

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Benjamin Haile

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Graham Fisher prepares his cases thoughtfully and with great attention to detail. He is a very experienced trial litigator. And he is well connected and highly respected in the legal community. I strongly endorse him"

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Robert Crow

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Graham for 7 or 8 years and know him to be a fearless advocate for his clients."

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Thaddeus Betz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Fisher and I worked together at the public defenders office for several years. He proved himself to be an excellent advocate and I continue to refer cases to him. Mr. Fisher possesses a great ability to sort through a complex case and successfully represent his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2005

Outstanding Oral Advocacy, Lewis & Clark Law School

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner / Attorney, Law Office of Graham C. Fisher, LLC

2006 - 2007

Attorney, Metropolitan Public Defenders, Inc.

Associations

2016 - Present

Oregon State Bar, Uniform Criminal Jury Instructions Committee

Attorney Member

2015 - Present

American Civil Liberties Union

Cooperating Attorney

2015 - Present

Oregon Justice Resource Center

Amicus Brief Lawyers' Committee

2015 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

OCDLA Legislative Committee Member

2010 - Present

United States District Court of Oregon

Attorney

2007 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Oregon State Bar

Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. D.M.

Dismissal

State v. I.Z.

Acquittal by jury

State v. O.C.

Dismissal

State v. D.H.

Dismissal

State v. B.G.

The case resolved and client was sentenced to probation; all mandatory minimum charges dismissed.

State v. V.S.

Dismissal

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Education

2008

National Criminal Defense College, Summer Trial Practice Institute, Macon, Georgia

N/A

2006

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Reed College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

OCDLA 2015 Winter Conference - Daring Defenses that Work

Moderator

2015

Hearing Conducted by the Oregon Senate Judiciary Committee

Testimony in Support of Bail Seizure Reform Bill - SB 391A

2015

Hearing Conducted by the Oregon House Judiciary Committee

Testimony in Support of Bail Seizure Reform Bill - SB 391A

Publications

2015

Willamette Week Rat Tale

2010

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Major Crimes & Defenses Manual Contributing Chapter Author: Felon in Possession

2010

Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Major Crimes & Defenses Manual Contributing Chapter Author: Destructive Devices

Languages

Spanish

English

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