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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116 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Grayson | August 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best Lawyer Ever, Could Not Recommend More Highly

Mr. Ferder has been the utmost professional man to work with all through out my court case. He knew what to do and the best way to handle my case from the get go. I felt so well taken care by him he felt like family. He was extremely kind and easy to work with. He handled my case better than I could ...have possibly hoped for. I will always recommend him and always go back to him for further advice and help on any case. You will be doing yourself the best possible favor by hiring Paul M Ferder!

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.

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 | June 14, 2018 | Criminal Defense

Wouldn’t go anywhere else

Paul Ferder, is a very skilled attorney. He throughly knows the law, but he also cares for you as a person. He helped me get my life back, after I was accused of a very serious crime.

Posted by CRISTIAN PEREZ | February 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Paul Ferder is the ONLY choice!

I was wrongly accused of assault and was determined to fight the charges. I fought for 10 months with another attorney, who, at the end asked me to plead guilty and advised against going to trial. At a desperate time for me, when I was ready to give up, I was given Mr. Ferder's name and told he was "...the best attorney in town." I called and met with him and learned he had actually hear of my case and he was willing to help. Mr. Ferder showed up to TWO hearings, and called me two days before the third to say, "It''s over, I got you a dismissal." Mr. Ferder is professional, honest and VERY knowledgeable of the system. He was also reassuring every step of the way. This attorney is worth every dime; look no further, he's the one. Thank you, Mr. Ferder.

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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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