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 anonymous | November 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent

Paul is a Great guy who answers his phone and fights for you! Best guy to have on your side.

Posted by Rachel | August 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This man is like no other

Mr ferder is the only attorney I have ever known with a heart of gold .He is a very gracious man full of compassion.If your looking for an attorney that truly does care for each and everyone of his clients then look no further.this is not just a job to him he puts his blood sweat and tears into his c...ases and fights for you as if you were his family.this man showed me so much kindness and clearity when no one else would even talk to me.he has went above and beyond.all while showing the compassion of a good human being.this man brought back a spark of hope for humanity in my life.Thank you Mr ferder from the depths of my heart.Anyone that hires this man Will be amazed with his work.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very respectful

I hired Paul for a case regarding my first small offense of theft and he was amazing. He made sure I knew everything that he knew and kept me updated. He even managed to get me out of my charges as it was my first offense. I highly recommend him, he’s very professional and highly kind. Thank you so m...uch sir

Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Miracle worker!

Paul is representing me on a DUII case w/ extremely high BAC and children present in the vehicle. The courts attempted to deny diversion but Paul worked his magic to get me approved for diversion! Had he not done so the alternative conviction would have cost me several thousand dollars, resulted in j...ail time, loss of my license, probation and many other significant penalties. He is excellent at his trade! The confidence I have with his representation is priceless!

Posted by Nate | April 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Representation

When you hire Paul your not only paying for an A+ attorney, your paying for the good relationships and reputation he has build over the years. He is professional and responsive. He was able to get me a great deal after my major screw up. I would recommend him to all of my family and friends. Better c...all Paul!

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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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