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

116 Client Reviews

Showing 66 - 70 of 116 reviews

Posted by Mary Bates | December 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mrs

I have hired Mr Feeder on at least 2 occasions. Unfortunately, he was simply overwhelmed with cases that he could not take the 3rd one which did not come out so well. Paul has always been worth every single penny I've paid him. He is the one and only attorney I can say that for. Thankfully, I have ...not needed an attorney for quite a few years now. If ever I did need one, Paul is the one & only one I would trust my future liberty with!

Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Criminal Defense Lawyer

Paul was one of the best lawyers I could have ever asked for. He is dependable and always had my back all the way until the end. He took on my DUII case and won. We had substantial evidence that I was innocent and he was there fighting to win every step of the way during our 2 year process. If an...yone asked me who they should choose for a criminal defense attorney, every time I would say Paul Ferder and any of his colleagues hands down.

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Client

Paul has represented me in the past and always did right by me. Thankfully I got my life together and haven’t had to use a criminal defense lawyer in many years. Recently I got myself in some trouble that could have costed me my career I worked so hard to get and much more. The second I got into trou...ble my first instinct was to call Paul. He was on vacation and still took the time to talk to me and schedule an appointment right away and retained him. I never thought for a second to go to anyone else. He is the only one I would trust with my life. Paul was honest with me even if it wasn’t what I wanted to hear. He always listened to me and answered all of my question. Paul did everything he could for me and it payed off. I could not of asked for a better outcome. Every time we came to a roadblock he would figure out another avenue. Because of Paul Ferder I still have the job I worked so hard to get. I hope to never have to hire a criminal defense attorney again in my life, but if I ever did, I would not go to anyone else. He is more than an attorney he is a special friend to me and my family.

Posted by Barb | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Representation

I was recently put in a very unfamiliar situation and needed an attorney. Paul was recommended to me. He was an excellent communicator, responsive and most importantly, was relatable in explaining my situation and offering assistance. I was incredibly pleased with the outcome he was able to accompl...ish and would highly recommend him.

Posted by Jamie | September 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

I will never retain any other attorney!

Paul has been the best attorney! I have used him four different times throughout my life for my ex husband, myself and my current husband. He is very knowledgeable of the court system, kind and humble. He cares about his clients checks on them calls them after hours and works with you 100%. I don...'t feel like a client I feel like a friend and that he actually cares . Every time I've used him I've been very satisfied with the outcome. He always shows up to everything in person and is an all around genuine person. He has calmed my fears so many times going through the court process and explaining everything in detail. I hope I dont need to retain an attorney again in my life but of i do I will call paul every time. Thank you for all you have done for me and my family. We appreciate you and highly recommend you to anyone who needs legal representation.

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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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