Paul M Ferder

Paul M Ferder

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Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 53 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Salem, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

515 High St SE, PO Box 843, Salem, OR

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Licensed in Oregon for 53 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1972

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Ferder Casebeer French & Thompson LLP

515 High St SE, PO Box 843, Salem, OR, 97308

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Paul M Ferder's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

116 Client Reviews

Showing 46 - 50 of 71 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Absolutely Stellar Defense Attorney

Hired Mr. Ferder to handle a case for a minor that was facing serious Measure 11 charges. Mr. Ferder was professional and responsive (he always either picked up right away or called back the same day), and took the time to thoroughly explain everything and walk us through the process. He ultimately n...egotiated a fantastic plea deal so it was resolved as a juvenile matter and the minor had no time left to serve. I do not think we could have hoped for a better outcome and I would absolutely recommend Mr. Ferder and his firm to anyone seeking excellent legal representation.

Posted by Nicholas | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Only attorney I will ever hire, should I need future representation

Potentially facing a felony conviction has undoubtedly been the most frightening period in my life. The only way to describe it is a pure feeling of dread and despair. At the lowest point in my life, Paul Ferder and his legal team were the only people who gave me hope. To be completely frank, I wa...s in a position where I should have been convicted of a felony and I would have been kicked out of school. Paul, and his comprehensive understanding of the landscapes of law, somehow managed to get me the best case scenario in which I got a conditional discharge (the equivalent of a diversion program when someone gets a DUII). Mr. Ferder legitimately saved my life... Because I truly don't know what I'd be doing or where I'd be if I had been convicted of what the state initially wanted. I give Paul Ferder the absolute highest of my recommendations and would call him immediately if I ever got in trouble again. His professionalism, expertise, charisma and network easily place him as a top contender for the best defense attorney in Oregon.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Defense Attorney

I hired and worked with Paul feeder and his team for the last 1.5 years. My son had got himself in some trouble and Paul worked very hard to get the case dismissed after he served 1.5 years of probation. As anyone can imagine, are family was distraught and even hysterical at the thought that our so...n would be charged for a felony which would be on his record for life. He was a college student at the time, made some bad decisions as young persons often do. Paul was strategic on how to handle the case, he managed our hysteria and got us through this terrible situation. I have recently reached back out to Paul & his team for some follow up letters explaining the case has been dismissed etc... even though the case is closed, he has been lovely and gave me outstanding service in an urgent situation. I highly recommend Paul, his firm, their services in an event you need a criminal defense attorney. Might I had, he was referred to us by another family as well.

Posted by Tawnya | November 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest Compassionate, Dedicated and EXPERIENCED

We had the unfortunate privilege of hiring Mr Ferder on behalf of my Son. Mr Ferder quickly responded and went to work on minimizing the consequences my Son was facing. Mr Ferder also was comforting in educating us on all options and processes. Mr Ferder immediately gave us his cell phone number and ...would actually answer our calls, anytime. Paul, as we have gotten to call him, has been so supportive, responsive and compassionate, that I was so compelled to write this review. Paul has continued to support us since we first hired him in 2016. Paul has gone above and beyond in helping with issues that have continued to come up throughout the two + years we have been working with him. Remarkably, Paul has absorbed addition costs where he could have charged us, but chose not to. I highly recommend Paul Ferder as your next defence attorney!

Posted by Jeff Percy | November 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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All people have hiccups in their lives and sometimes the world can be a crushing whirlwind of chaos. Paul Ferder is an outstanding, compassionate, caring person that is willing to assist and guide a wayward person. I found him professional and human in his dealing with me. He did not give false hope ...but was honest and by that, I attained hope that I might get through these darkest hours of my life and my mistakes. The charges that were filed against me were either dismissed or had a diversion in their place. How he achieved this is still a mystery to me but I know it is his knowledge of the law and his years of study. I would whole heartedly would recommend Paul to any friend, not alone, any member of my family, who I cherish above all else. I thank him with the most grateful heart, Thank You Paul.

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Zachary Stern

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"The man is a legend. I learned just about everything from him during the eight years I was able to learn from him. There's no better person to help you through an emotional time. Truly one of a kind."

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Joseph Berger

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In my opinion, Paul is the most professional and accomplished criminal defense attorney in Oregon besides being personable and empathetic to his clients' needs. I recommend my friends who require defense services to him, and he would be my first call if I were in need as well."

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1972 - Present

Principal, Ferder, Casebeer, French & Thompson, LLP

Associations

Salem Planning Commission

Past President

Admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Member

Admitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon

Member

Education

1972

Lewis & Clark Law School

J.D.

1968

University of Oregon

B.S.

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