$ 250-275 per hour
James Arneson
About James
Biography
I have practiced in Roseburg since 1977. I have practiced in many different areas, but my consistant interest has been criminal defense. I currently devote about half of my time to criminal defense and the other half to a variety of family issues including divorce, custody, grandparent (or other third parties) rights, dependency court, and modifications of judgments.
I practice in a five lawyer firm with lawyers who share my enthusiasm for effective and assertive advocacy.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 48 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 1977
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2008
Location
The Arneson Group
318 S.E. Jackson, St. Roseburg, OR, 97470
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James Arneson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim for 30 years and have the very highest admiration for his skills, compassion, intellect and creativity. He has consistently dedicated himself to the most dogged and unflagging advocacy on behalf of those accused of crimes. He is admired throughout Oregon as a "lawyer's lawyer" and someone who never, EVER takes the easy way out. I recommend him wholeheartedly and without reservation."
"Jim is an excellent attorney on all levels. He is thorough, diligent, and dedicated to his clients. His combination of experience and passion for the work coupled with his extensive preparation for each case, make him a force to be reckoned with in court."
"I have known this fellow Oregon lawyer for a considerable time. He is hardworking, ethical and dedicated to his clients. I give him my wholehearted endorsement."
"Peter Carini endorses James Arneson. James is a leader in the field of Oregon Criminal Defense. He is one of the best. If I every was unfortunate and was arrested in Douglas County, I would not hesitate in giving him a call for help. He knows the Douglas County system inside and out. He knows the players and their plays. He will never be out foxed or outworked. This I know."
Brook Reinhard
Criminal defense lawyer
David Terry
Criminal defense lawyer
Hubert Duvall
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2008.
Reprimand issued in OR, 2008
updated on 11/04/2014This means the lawyer did something wrong but the bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
James’s comment:
“It is never pleasant to be sanctioned. I certainly admit that I violated our profession's disciplinary rules. Two points are important to me, however. I did not violate a client's trust--it was the opposing party that I harmed, and second, I was not dishonest. The trial panel that heard my case concluded: "It is the opinion of the Trial Panel that the Accused did nothing dishonest." This is my only founded complaint in more than 35 years of practice.”
Honors
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Owner, James A. Arneson, P.C.
Associations
1982 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Past President
2003 - 2009
American Civil Liberties Union of OregonBoard Member
Education
1977
Lewis and Clark College
JD - Juris Doctor
Activity
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