Paul M Ferder

Paul M Ferder

5.0
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

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Posted by Waytla | November 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional & Impressive

How do you begin to express gratitude and appreciation to Paul Ferder? Not only is he a professional excellent attorney. He is an amazing and admirable man. Paul Ferder represented 3 of my family members. Each case was different, he handled them individually with care and concern. Especially with our... youngest. He gave 100% we’re very thankful for the way he interacted with her and how he fought for her to have a chance at a future although she made mistakes. I know many say they are innocent in our case we went to Paul Ferder twice needing his representation to prove just that. He was non-judgmental and worked at length to prove innocence and be exonerated. It was a relief to know our attorney was actively listening and remained in communication. Without this man, my family would not be together today, and I would be visiting several different prisons. I hope we never need an attorney again. However, if we do “Paul Ferder” will be who we call for legal representation. Paul Ferder thank you for all that you do.

Posted by Betty | October 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Amazing

Paul and his team are the best. They are a team that works together for you and your family. When my so meet with Matthew, he told me he felt so comfortable. Matt talked to him as a friend my son has very bad anxiety's. And when you are going through bad times you need a friend. There are so many gre...at things i could say about Paul and the team. I just thank the lord with all my heart that my family found them. And I want to thank them so much!! They are the BEST!!!!

Posted by Carson | September 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Wrongfully Accused

Mr. Ferder was recommended by a friend and I'm so grateful for this. Mr. Ferder is very kind, understanding, and professional. He listened to me and has always acted in my best interest. I'm so appreciative for Mr. Ferder's perfessional demeanor, for being someone who truly believes in doing the ...right thing, and for being a good person. Thank you, Carson

Posted by Chance | August 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Sex Crime

Paul was great!

I was wrongfully accused of a sex crime by my ex girlfriend and her friend. Neither happened, Paul realized that and and fought with everything he had to help me. He got me a plea deal and saved me from spending most of my life in prison. I will be forever grateful for him.

Posted by Matt | June 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Paul was awesome!

I was wrongfully accused of a felony and Paul got it pleaded down to a misdemeanor. Super friendly and kind. He's been practicing law for longer than the clients represents. He know what the hell he's doing. Plus he went to the University of Oregon. Got Ducks!

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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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