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Criminal defense attorney. Trial lawyer.
William Francis is an Oregon attorney specializing in the defense of persons accused of major felonies, misdemeanors, and traffic crimes, including driving under the influence of alcohol and controlled substances, and cannabis.
Admitted to practice before the United States District Court, District of Oregon, and all state courts in Oregon. In private practice since 1994.
PROFESSIONAL AND BOARD MEMBERSHIPS
Oregon State Bar, National College for DUI Defense, Jackson County Bar Association, American Inns of Court. Disciplinary Board Member, Oregon State Bar, Arbitrator, Oregon State Bar.
ACADEMIC
Mastering Scientific Evidence, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, New Orleans, Louisiana
Graduate, National College for DUI Defense, convening at Harvard Law School, Cambridge, Massachusetts
Certificate of Completions, combined conferences of the National College for DUI Defense and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Las Vegas, Nevada
Police certification training in drug recognition expert (DRE) protocols, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Certificate of Completion, approved curriculum for DUI – DUII Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and International Association of Chiefs of Police, Los Angeles, California
Certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution, Willamette University College of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence, Willamette University College of Law
Master of Arts, University of Arizona
Undergraduate, Boston University
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Practice Areas
31 years
31 years
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Chat withState: Oregon
Acquired: 1994
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915 W. 10th St., Medford, OR, 97501
16 Client Reviews
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Posted by Alex | October 05, 2022 | DUI & DWI
Gave me great advice!
William essentially gave me a free consultation over the phone and gave me great advice. He insisted to me that honesty is the best policy. Although I did not end up hiring William Francis, I took his great advice to my court appearance regarding a citation to do with a DUI from 7 years ago. The judg...
Posted by Gene | September 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Great Attorney
Mr. Francis represented me in way that made me feel like he was really on my side. There was absolutely no discussion of a plea bargain. He called me & let me know every step of the way, what was going on. I appeared in court once. I pled not guilty. Mr. Francis requested a trial on my behalf. ...
Thank you!
Posted by anonymous | March 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Saved my life
I caught myself in a situation and my career was on the line. As a healthcare professional, I felt like I was living in a nightmare and my life was over. I was charged with a DUI and in the healthcare industry, it is deeply frowned upon. I fell into a deep depression and William Francis was my savior...
Posted by Arnold | June 23, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Knowlegeable attorney
Be from Arizona and not knowing anyone in Jackson county I called Mr. Francis on a very busy court day for him but he returned my call after hours and spent over 30 minutes with me describing the legal process effecting my situation. As it turned out he was exactly right. The charges were dropped. Ex...
Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
DUI Case
William Francis is an excellent attorney. He is very experienced and knowledgeable, patient, listened and answered every question that I asked. Was there at each court date and ready. Also explained every thing that he recommended and broke things down for me.
"The lawyers in this firm are the ones to seek for all your criminal defense needs. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Bill Francis. I have known Bill for several years; he is an advocate for justice in the Court room. Bill brings his vast knowledge and incredible trial skills to Court on a daily basis. If you need a great lawyer look no further than Bill Francis."
"I've seen Mr. Francis in court. When his client has a strong case, he is understated and respectful. He doesn't score points for their own sake, but saves his ammunition in case the opposing attorney makes a false statement or otherwise blunders into his sights. Mr. Francis is one of the few attorneys who can use the opposing attorney to build and win his case. He is capable of sublime and masterful performance. Mr. Francis is even more impressive when his client has a weak case. He graciously concedes exactly what is necessary, nothing more. If the opposing attorney tries to take undue advantage, Mr. Francis exposes the foolishness for all to see. This is more than style, intelligence, experience and precision. Mr. Francis understands human nature and brings out the best in judge and jury for the benefit of his clients. Best of all, being comfortable and accomplished in court allows him to settle cases, when appropriate, from a position of strength. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. In my experience in dealing with Mr. Francis, as an adversary and co-counsel, Mr. Francis has been a diligent, thorough, knowledgeable, well prepared and zealous advocate and compassionate counselor for his clients."
"Mr. Francis is the lawyer that I refer my valuable clients to when they need help with a dissolution or any other family law matter. He is a great listener and my clients have all reported back to me that they were extremely impressed with the results he was able to obtain for them. He is extremely intelligent, calm, and caring. Judges is Jackson County hold him in high regard. These are just a few of the reasons that you cannot go wrong having Mr. Francis is your corner."
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2014
Certificate of Completion: Mastering Scientific Evidence, Texas Criminal Defense Layers Association
2013
Graduate, Summer Session, Convening at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2013
Certification: Drug Recognition Evaluator, Platt and Associates
2013
Certificate of Completion: DWI Means Defend with Integrity, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2012
Graduate, Summer Session, Convening at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2012
Certificate of Completion: DWI Means Defend with Integrity, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2011
Graduate, Summer Session, Convening at Harvard Law School, National College for DUI Defense
2011
Certification: Police Field Sobriety Testing, Orange County, CA, LaPier and Associates
2011
Certificate of Completion: DWI Means Defend with Integrity, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2011
Admitted to Practice, United States District Court, District of Oregon
2012 - Present
Arbitrator, Oregon State Bar
1996 - Present
President, William Francis, PC
2014 - 2014
Candidate for Judge, Jackson County Circuit Court
2013 - 2016
Vice President, Jackson County Bar Association
2013 - 2018
Trial Panelist, Oregon State Bar Disciplinary Board
2000 - 2005
Executice Committee Member, Oregon State Bar Family Law Section
1994 - 1996
Attorney, Richardson, et al
2013 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Disciplinary BoardBoard Member
2013 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseState Delegate, Sustaining Member
2012 - Present
Oregon Mock Trial CompetitionJudge
2011 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2013 - 2019
American Inns of CourtMember
2011 - 2016
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2000 - 2005
Executive Committee, Family Law Section, Oregon State BarBoard Member
NOT GUILTY OF DUI
HUNG JURY
NOT GUILTY OF DUII
NOT GUILTY OF DUII
NOT GUILTY OF DUII
NOT GUILTY OF DUII
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Certificate in Dispute Resolution
1990
MA - Masters
2014
Judges and Politics
2014
The Judicial Candidates
2014
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
I have driving privileges. However, I have not gone into get my license. I was pulled over, will it be suspended?
22 Jun 2014
I failed my ignition interlock device what will happen
23 Oct 2012
If you do a diversion program in Oregon do you still have your license suspended?
18 Oct 2012
Good Intentions and Friendly Advice
23 Aug 2010
Grandparents' Rights
23 Aug 2010
Settlement
23 Aug 2010