Scott O Carter

Scott O Carter

4.4
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Klamath Falls, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

125 S 6th St, Klamath Falls, OR

About Scott

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 225-250 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 30 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 1995

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Law Offices of Scott O Carter

125 S 6th St, Klamath Falls, OR, 97601

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Scott O Carter's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Andrea | July 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Profession and Precise

My fiancé and I hired Scott for a rough custody case involving my step daughter and he handled it dilegntly. He was very sensitive to our wants and needs throughout the entire case. He is a professional straight forward aggressive attorney who knows the laws first hand. The case ended in our favor. ...I am highly satisfied with his service!

Posted by anonymous | April 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Diligent and Excellent Attorney

Scott O. Carter worked diligently on my case with a high degree of professionalism. He is informative and with his legal experience, he provided me the best legal representation that I needed. He took his legal advice and expertise a step further and provided me counsel to focus on my college courses... and to be aware of the environment and people I surround myself with. He is logical, resourceful, understanding, and has great respect for the legal system. With the evidence collected by Scott O. Carter and his private investigator, Scott and the prosecutor went through their legal deliberation over the case and prior to the set trial date, the DA dropped the criminal charge. Scott O. Carter was worth the time, money, and effort in providing me the best legal representation that I needed, and I highly recommend him to anyone who needs personal representation from a highly respected, experienced, and understanding attorney.

Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Over-the-top!

Mr. Carter is an amazing attorney who knows how to get things accomplished. Being from out-of-town, I was unfamiliar with every aspect of who to hire, the court system, etc. He and his office were so professional, relaxed, informative, and thorough. He even saved me a trip back and wrapped up the ...case and details. I was relieved of not having to face it myself. His gentle, wise way was so reassuring and successful. He's reasonably priced and his background shows in his work ethics. I thank him for all his doings.

Posted by Lyle | June 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Guardianship

Scott Carter was amazing, got right on my case and had it completed in a very short time. Kept me informed every step of the way. Prices were reasonable. His professionalism is above reproach, he is honest and gives strong legal advise. Definitely one to hire.

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Joshua Guest

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

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"Scott Carter has over twenty years' experience in criminal law as a former prosecutor and as a defense attorney in Klamath County. He knows the law, he has an excellent understanding of the Klamath legal landscape as far as the local judges and prosecutors are concerned. If I were ever accused of a crime, I would be in the best of hands if Scott O. Carter accepted my case. I recommend him highly for anything from simple misdemeanors to complicated high-stakes felony cases."

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, Scott O. Carter, P.C.

1997 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Klamath County District Attorney

1995 - 1997

Attorney, Garland & Associates

Associations

1995 - Present

Oregon State Bar

member

Education

1995

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1977

Forest Grove HIgh School

Graduate

Languages

English

Spanish

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