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 1 - 5 of 14 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Joseph | November 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Helpful

Paul went above and beyond handling my case. He keep me up to date on every steps of how he and Raquel were handling things. Raquel was great and kept me posted when paul wasn't available. Highly recommend

Posted by Carlos Ruiz | October 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Case Dismissed – Thank You Paul Ferder and His Firm!

This is my second time having Paul Ferder represent me, and once again he went above and beyond. He’s honest, professional, and truly cares about his clients. Paul kept me informed every step of the way and fought hard to get my Clackamas County case dismissed. I fully trust him and his firm — highly... recommend to anyone needing real results.

Posted by Bianca I | December 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Our Family Attorney

Mr. Paul, has help me and my family for different cases, he is very professional and knowledgeable and has helped us several times. I am truly grateful for all of your support. Thank you very much. I truly recommend Mr. Paul Ferder to everyone.

Posted by Josh | June 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Attorney

Paul Ferder does such a great job and he is a very well respected man in a lot of different places. He makes you feel supported and the outcomes he establishes in court are incredible. He has a great sense of humor and you will be very satisfied if you hire him. He goes above and beyond for his clien...ts as well. Great man, chill guy, awesome attorney. -JG

Posted by anonymous | May 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Paul M ferder

Paul is a miracle worker.. Got me out of a case I’ve never wanted to be in.. Paul and his team worked fast, I was really at my lowest but God, Paul, his team and my family really helped me through those tough days.. i wouldn’t have gone with anyone else! If you need a lawyer for anything, Paul and hi...s team is the way to go!

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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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