Josh Gibbs Law, LLC is a boutique law office located in Southern Oregon, focused on defending the rights of members of our community.
Josh was born in St. Louis, Missouri, the “show me” state, where he was raised as the middle child born between two brothers. He moved from the Midwest after high school and attended the non-traditional Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington. His upbringing and education created a platform of curiosity combining the demand of “show me” with an open mind for the unexpected.
After college Josh travelled the West Coast with a trade show company managing the installation of touring exhibits. During that time Josh worked with many different groups, unions and individuals and was readily exposed to the disparate treatment of those individuals who were underrepresented and categorized as “minorities”.
Josh began interning and clerking with law firms in the Portland, Oregon area in 2000. By 2003 he was certified by the Oregon Supreme Court to appear and litigate misdemeanor matters in court as an apprentice law student under the supervision of a practicing attorney. He litigated several misdemeanor trials prior to finishing law school and prior to admittance to the bar association.
Josh was admitted to practice law in the State of Oregon in 2004. The beginning of his legal career consisted mostly of criminal court-appointed cases. In 2008 he decided to shift into private practice taking with him the experience of handling a voluminous case load as a public defender while focusing on developing a more personal approach to his clients. Through his continued curiosity, largely derived from the echoing mantra of “show me” that was engrained as a child, and his passion for non-traditional approaches that was harnessed in his college days Josh embraces legal challenges with a fresh perspective.
With each client Josh attempts to remind both the court and the opponent of the human story that distinguishes each case. By bringing the human element back into litigation Josh strives to demand the right result while maintaining his clients’ integrity, dignity and self-respect. He takes pride in assisting individuals that face the challenge of opposing large and seemingly faceless entities, such as the government.
Josh has taken his trial experience from public defense and integrated those skills into private practice to better serve his clients on a personal basis. Josh has focused a large portion of his attention towards defending people from charges of DUII and controlled substances. Over the years, Josh has been able to widen the variety of cases that he handles ranging from misdemeanors to major felonies. Additionally, Josh has represented people in many different localities within the state of Oregon and has experience in Oregon’s rural jurisdictions in addition to the metro areas. Josh is a lifetime member of NORML and has been defending good people with significant health issues that have been accused of violating Oregon’s medical marijuana laws.
Practice areas
18 years
18 years
Languages spoken
English
Josh Gibbs Law, LLC
9335 Takilma Rd
Cave Junction, OR, 97523
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OR | Active | 2004 | 06/12/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
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Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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2018 Lawyer of Distinction | Lawyers of Distinction | 2018 |
10 Best Attorneys for Oregon | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2018 |
2018 TOP 10 Attorney | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2018 |
Top 100 Lawyers | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2016 |
Top 10 Ranking | National Advocacy for DUI Defense | 2016 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Josh Gibbs Law LLC | 2019 - 2020 |
Managing Attorney | Reynolds Defense Firm | 2012 - 2019 |
Owner | The Law Office of Joshua Gibbs | 2011 - 2012 |
Partner | Gibbs McVea, LLP | 2007 - 2011 |
Attorney | Rose City Defense Consortium (Rcdc) | 2004 - 2007 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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107ist Timbers Army Supporters | Member | 2012 - Present |
NORML | Lifetime Member | 2004 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Willamette University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
Evergreen State College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1997 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Search and Seizure - Sept 2016 | Sticks and stones may break my bones, but Miranda might help me supress them | 2016 |
Lecture Series | Freedom from Prohibition and the Chains of Regulation, House Bill 3400 | 2015 |
Lecture Series | An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure | 2013 |
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Douglas Green, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 19, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I strongly endorse this lawyer. Josh is as professional and knowledgeable as any attorney I know. He brings passion and compassion to his work helping clients in tough situations and does his best to bring client's cases to a resolution that is in the client's best interests. Any client facing criminal charges should be ecstatic at the prospects of having Mr. Gibbs represent him.
Michelle Thomas, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 2, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Josh is very clearly a seasoned and professional trial attorney. He is passionate about the complexities and evolution of the law as well as providing thoughtful and resonant representation to his clients. His quirky sense of humor and penchant for analogies make him a joy to work with.
Douglas Green, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 19, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I strongly endorse this lawyer. Josh is as professional and knowledgeable as any attorney I know. He brings passion and compassion to his work helping clients in tough situations and does his best to bring client's cases to a resolution that is in the client's best interests. Any client facing criminal charges should be ecstatic at the prospects of having Mr. Gibbs represent him.
Michelle Thomas, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 2, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Josh is very clearly a seasoned and professional trial attorney. He is passionate about the complexities and evolution of the law as well as providing thoughtful and resonant representation to his clients. His quirky sense of humor and penchant for analogies make him a joy to work with.
Erin Kirkwood, DUI and DWI Attorney on Apr 10, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I've known Josh since the early 2000s and now I am lucky enough to be working with him. He is knowledgeable, intelligent, and dedicated to helping people accused of DUIIs and other crimes.
Eric Pickard, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 18, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Josh is among the most effective of advocates because of his knowledge, presence, and skill. You want him on your team, not someone else's.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on May 27, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Joshua. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Allison Williams, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Josh Gibbs has extensive experience in the field of criminal defense. I worked as opposing counsel with Josh on several cases. I can say from experience that he is an aggressive defender, has thorough and up-to-date knowledge of case law and goes to great lengths to make sure his clients get the best possible resolution of this case. Josh is easy for opposing counsel to get along with, and uses that to the best advantage of his clients.
Richard Morgan, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 17, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Damien Donnelly-Cole, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Josh on several matters in the past. He is one of the most intelligent and hard working attorney's I've had the pleasure of knowing. He is always striving to help his clients both in and out of the criminal court system.
Jordan New, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 24, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew McHenry, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 11, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Josh is an experienced, excellent trial lawyer, and very well respected by judges and prosecutors in multiple counties.
Thomas Ifversen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 28, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Josh is an excellent lawyer and works tirelessly to the benefit of his clients. I endorse him.
Sunil Raju, Criminal defense Attorney on May 15, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer--I have known Josh for several years, and he is a smart lawyer who knows how to effectively advocate for his clients and get them the best possible result.
Robert Crow, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I shared office space with Josh and watched him in practice with clients and always believed Josh to be fully committed to his clients and their cases. Without a doubt, Josh is looking out for the best interests of his clients.
MacDaniel Reynolds, DUI and DWI Attorney on Oct 18, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Josh is a fantastic attorney and a truly good person. He and I have worked together on several cases, and I have been impressed with his legal insight and his ability to communicate with people of all walks of life.