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 86 - 90 of 116 reviews

Posted by Tyler | November 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best

If you hire any other law firm, you are not hiring the best. Period! Mr. ferder and the team of people working with him won my recent case for me twice. even when I messed it up, they still saved the day on a serious situation. You ttuly are amazing Mr. Ferder. And an even better person. Best decisio...n I ever made was hiring you. Thank you Paul. from me and my family, Your the best!

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

(R)(CT)(MRI)

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.

Posted by Jimmy | November 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

AAA+ Lawyer

I got my self into some trouble, came across Paul knew I made the right choice to hire him. He's very friendly, helpful. He takes his cases personally not like other lawyer out there. He kept me out of prison and at home with my family. I am really thankful for his hard work. again Paul thank you so ...much Don't think twice about hiring him

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

AAA defense lawyer and would hire again!

My son is Bipolar and was in over his head in trouble . Paul Ferder was able to produce a great outcome when it could of been way worse for my son.Paul was right to the point and a straight shooter.I would retain him again if need be and I would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by jacob | October 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Saved My Personal Life and Job

I hired Paul, with the side help of Zachary Stern when facing felony charges that were looking to leave me with not only felony assault charges that would ruin my chances of future employment but as well as an 8 year offer from the state. I currently am only on probation with mister-minor charges tha...nks to the legal help and guidance of Paul Ferder and Mr.Stern. Honestly, staying out of jail and saving my reputation was worth every penny spent, and without the aid of Mr.Ferder; im not quite sure I could of been able to say that.

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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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