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

Showing 26 - 30 of 71 reviews | Criminal Defense

Posted by Doug | March 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

He's the best there is.

I have used Paul a few times now. About 2+ years ago, I was looking at a measure 11 on my record and the stress level was beyond bearable . When I hired Paul he was kind, considerate, and understood my problems and told me he would take care of everything. He is a professional and knows what he's doi...ng and I recommend him above all others. He was able to get me off of the hell that was upon me and now using him again for another issue I'm dealing with. I recommend no other. If you want the best, then Paul is your attorney.

Posted by Tracey | March 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

When you need the best

I was facing a felony charge with a 2 year prison sentence. My court appointed attorney was able to offer me a felony charge with a suspended sentence and 4 years Felony probation. This was 18 months of back and forth court appearances after court appearances. I walked out of my last appearance an...d called Paul, left a message and was returned with a after hour cell phone call. I was greater with a kind and understanding voice of reasoning that set me at ease. Paul was truthfull and honest with me every step of the way he never told me anything that wasn't the honest truth. I was given a Misdemeanor charge with bench probation unheard of from a Felony. Paul fought for my rights. I am pleased with every step of the way with Paul and his right hand Connie.

Posted by Stacy | February 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best man for the job

I retained me ferder on 2 seperate occasions. I received the best council in the state. Paul took me under his wing reassuring me he would be with me every step of the way. He exceeded my expectations by going above and beyond his duties as an attorney. Paul was able to defend me in such ...a manner, I was spared a 6 month jail sentence. I highly recommend Paul for any case. He is a go getter that treats clients as family.

Posted by Betsy | November 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly accessible office

We hired Paul Ferder several years ago for my then husband who had a complex criminal case and found him to be extremely helpful. He was able to GREATLY reduce the anticipated sentence from 20 years to 18 months! He was quite literally a life saver. We hired Paul Ferder again this past year and foun...d the office to be highly accessible-phone calls and emails were replied to in a prompt manner. As a parent it was nice to always be able to get ahold of a love person! The office is also extremely helpful in helping people that require accommodations based on a disability.

Posted by Lindsey | August 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best person I know in law

100% the best experience I have had and will ever have with a lawyer for crime. I got charged with a crime and I have nothing on record. He got them to drop it and leave me alone thank goodness for someone that really does care about people. Very professional, he kept me updated with the case the ent...ire time and took care of everything for me. He made me feel stress free.

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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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