John D Knodell IV

John D Knodell IV

4.9
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 6 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salem, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury

515 High Street SE, Salem, OR

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$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 6 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2019

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Location

Ferder Casebeer & Knodell, LLC

515 High Street SE, Salem, OR, 97301

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John D Knodell IV's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

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Posted by Oscar | April 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Beyond Expectations: Exceptional Legal Expertise in the Legal System.

I highly recommend John D Knodell IV, From the very beginning, he was professional, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable about the criminal justice system. Facing serious charges, I was overwhelmed and uncertain about what the future held. John immediately took control of the situation, walkin...g me through every step of the process with clear communication, answering all my questions and steady confidence. Thanks to his skillful negotiation and deep understanding of the law, he was able to secure an outstanding plea deal with the District Attorney—one that resulted in no prison time. His ability to work with the DA and advocate on my behalf made all the difference in the outcome of the case. John not only fought for the best possible result but also treated me like a person, not just another case number. If you’re looking for a criminal defense attorney who is effective, strategic, and truly has your back, John is the one you want in your corner. I was truly blessed to have found John; his work was outstanding from beginning to end, I never felt alone or lost in the process as John always made it a priority to keep me informed of all the changes in my case. Forever grateful. Recomiendo encarecidamente a John, desde el principio, fue profesional, compasivo e increíblemente conocedor del sistema de justicia penal. Al enfrentarme a cargos graves, me sentí abrumado e incierto sobre lo que me deparaba el futuro. John inmediatamente tomó el control de la situación, guiándome a través de cada paso del proceso con una comunicación clara, respondiendo a todas mis preguntas y con una confianza constante. Gracias a su hábil negociación y profundo conocimiento de la ley, pudo asegurar un acuerdo de culpabilidad sobresaliente con el Fiscal de Distrito, uno que no resultó en tiempo de prisión. Su capacidad para trabajar con el fiscal de distrito y abogar en mi nombre marcó la diferencia en el resultado del caso. John no solo luchó por el mejor resultado posible, sino que también me trató como una persona, no como un número de caso más. Si está buscando un abogado de defensa criminal que sea efectivo, estratégico y que realmente lo respalde, John es el que desea tener de su lado. Fui verdaderamente bendecido de haber encontrado a John; su trabajo fue sobresaliente de principio a fin, nunca me sentí solo o perdido en el proceso ya que John siempre tuvo como prioridad mantenerme informado de todos los cambios en mi caso. Eternamente agradecido.

Posted by Brandon | March 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Quality attorney

John Knodell Took what I considered to be a very stressful and complicated situation and he simplified it while making me feel confident about my case. Through the entire process he spoke to me like a person and not just a client, I really appreciated that. If I ever find myself in need of legal ...advice or representation again John is the attorney I will be seeking.

Posted by Scott | March 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Getting your charges dismissed or dropped? He’s your guy!

This man is best! Couldn’t ask for a better Lawyer, straight and to the point! All around a great person and someone you want on your side!

Posted by Dorothy | March 13, 2025 | Hired Attorney

THE BEST CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY IN THE NATION

If you want an attorney who will work hard for you, care about you, and get you a good outcome, hire John D. Knodell IV – Ferder Casebeer & Knodell in Salem, Oregon. My son had a tough criminal case facing multiple felony charges. Marion County wanted to send him to prison for a long time, even thoug...h he was a first offender and an actively employed hard-working professional. John zealously advocated for my son and negotiated a resolution that avoided prison. Then 6 months later my son was unjustly arrested for but not convicted of a petty infarction, detained in a local jail, then sent to Marion County jail to be held for a probation violation charge and a threat of prison time. I retained John Knodell again. He was enraged and dropped everything when he learned about my son’s unfair situation. The very same day I hired him, like a bull in a China shop, John met with and convinced the Marion County district attorney to drop the probation violation charge and release my son from jail. John was amazing! He has a heart of gold as well as the heart of a lion and gives the utmost legal support and care to his clients without pause. For anyone needing a quality criminal defense attorney, I would highly recommend John D. Knodell IV a thousand times over. You will be well defended.

Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Best criminal defense attorney

If you're looking for an exceptional criminal defense attorney, look no further than John Knodell. From the very first consultation, I was impressed by his professionalism, expertise, and genuine concern for my case. He took the time to thoroughly explain the legal process, throughout the entire proc...ess, John was highly responsive, always available to answer questions and provide updates.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 12

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"John is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is always prepared in court and is articulate in his arguments. John works hard to ensure his clients receive exceptional representation."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Partner, Ferder Casebeer, LLP

2022 - 2022

Associate, Brownstein Rask, LLP

2019 - 2022

Deputy District Attorney, Marion County District Attorney's Office

Associations

Marion County Bar Association

Education

N/A

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Oregon

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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