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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Licenses

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

117 Client Reviews

Showing 56 - 60 of 88 reviews | Case Results

Posted by Cody | August 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney

I would give 6 or more stars.

Mr. Ferder has been an amazing asset to not only me but other members of my family and friends. whenever, and wherever he is needed he has always been prompt, and diligent. Mr. Ferder helped me change things that were headed in a direction I didn't ever see myself going. Helped me turn a small mista...ke into not only a life lesson, but an altering experience that forever has changed my life. When I contacted his office they and he assured me I was in good hands. Also, had asked if there was anything I needed while we waited to handle my case. That just made me feel at ease. I can not only speak for myself but, also my children for changing my life. I will forever support, and be grateful to have been honored to work with such an honest man. Thank you to him, I highly recommend Paul Ferder.

Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great business man and negotiator. Be aware!

I know everyone like to post the great reviews and negative ones are usually deleted so the person looks 5 stars! Had very bad experience and poor service with this guy. Took retainer and promised to help, did not do his duties to collect all necessary information for judge to make a proper decision ...and to even try to win the case. Just negotiated the deal with the judge and insisted(by “having no other better choices”) me to plead guilty in my case. Had to hire the other attorney to fight my case which was won. His actions and possibly lack of professionalism made me a “temporary criminal” and he made so that the appeal time passed by no return calls or lack of communication so I had to go thru post conviction trials with criminal charges on me instead of fighting my case, so money were wasted and had to spend more with other attorneys. He is a great money making business guy probably for small or easy cases with quick turnaround times and negotiations instead of fighting your case in trials that he hates and will talk you off of going to trials. He was referred by my friend who he helped to negotiate the charges with judge so my friend was happy with what Mr. Ferder had negotiated. Not in my case. Would not recommend him for these who have difficult case or case that he has lack of practice in. You make your own judgements.

Posted by Victor | July 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Great attorney

Did fantastic job at giving me best deal possible and definitely wouldn’t have chose anyone other than him and his team.

Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Ascencion cancino

One of the best lawyers for surereal secure in what he does and os good cos make me fell more confident with my case thank you senor paul owe you my life for sure youarean awesome lawyer and a great personhope i never need you again but if i willi know you are the one god bless you and you willbe alw...ays in my prayers also of you need anything ill be there for youi owe you big time thanks great human been great person and awesome staff the best for sure

Posted by Brian | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Man Of His Word

I was looking at some serious time being served for a situation where I felt I was wrongfully charged. I hired Paul Ferder to save my life, literally...And that he did. Never once did I doubt him, I knew he was the right choice from the moment I met him in his office and he shook my hand firmly. Paul... was there for me, he listened, and spoke promising words with 100% follow through. He worked on my case diligently for several months, and established my own jury trial where I got a chance to explain myself to the DA and several jurors. This does not happen, very rare and a once in a blue moon type opporrunity. With Paul Ferders legal knowledge and being an A+ Attorney he pushed his skills to the fullest and worked out an absolute incredible deal with the DA. The worst of my felonious charges were dropped, jail rime reduced to a bare minimum and I was given a more than fair plea deal. Paul is a Man of his word, he told me he'd take care of me, answered and returned ALL of my phone calls and I would trust him with anything! I know I can call on Paul Ferder and he'll be right there to help, immediately. I don't know how he does it but the man is an absolute genius in my book. The team he works will treat their job will a passion and have the upmost care and respect for their clients as well. Extraordinary man and I owe him so much gratitude and thankfulness for what he did for me and my family. 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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