Shelby Thomas

Shelby Thomas

4.8
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 8 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Bend, OR
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Sex Crime ... +3 more

354 NE Irving Ave, Bend, OR

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 8 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2017

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Location

Ward Grover, LLP

354 NE Irving Ave, Bend, OR, 97701

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Shelby Thomas's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

70 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Douglas | September 29, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Inexperienced garbage lawyer

I hired Shelby for a RO violation I had turned off the water at my house after my ex wife had not changed the bill into her name for 5 months by a judge’s orders. I actually had to go to jail for this seems pretty ridiculous but, when you hire a flat rate attorney they don’t care because they already... got paid. The best part was I was accused of going to my house that morning by the judge at the sentencing and, even though I had been in Shelby’s office all morning she said nothing. It was almost like the judge was her father and she was a scared little girl. So I would never recommend hiring a scared little girl like her to represent you. Just a complete 2 faced person. Lazy and most likely a bold face lier

Shelby Thomas

Replied last October 03, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to express your feedback and we appreciate your perspective of the experience. I was surprised to hear this 6 months after resolving your case, as there no concerns expressed during the time of the representation. However, I am sorry to hear your experience caused you much frustration. I always try to provide my clients the highest quality of service. You are welcome to give me a call to talk about this further.

Posted by Jerry | August 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

MY REVIEW

We hired Shelby Thomas to represent our daughter for criminal charges that were pronounced against her. Shelby has been very communicative all along the process. She has also been available to answer our questions and concerns through email, phone, and in person. She is very knowledgeable in the area... of defense that concerns us. She has also had recommendations of lawyers that are experts in other areas of the law that concern us. To date we have been and are very happy with her representation of our daughter. We are also grateful because we believe that at times she has gone above and beyond what has been expected of her. Thank you, Shelby!

Posted by anonymous | April 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

She walks you through every steps

Shelby is an outstanding lawyer. My case is unique and complex as all other cases. I had to look ahead in the journey - criminal, family law, and immigration law. She consulted me and recommended me the help I would need to make a wise decision for the criminal case. She crafted the best and safest... route for my criminal case, which will have the least impact on the family and immigration cases.

Posted by Parker | February 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUII? Call Shelby at Ward + Grover!

I went searching for legal counsel regarding a simple DUII case. After a few tries to other offices, Shelby's office was the first to pick up - and boy, am I glad they did! She was able to get me in for a consultation the next day and from the moment stepping in her office a lot of the weight from my... case was already lifted off of my shoulders. She explained every step of the process in careful detail, and perfectly executed every step throughout the case. In choosing Shelby, be prepared to be met with professionalism, impartiality, and charisma.

Posted by anonymous | March 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommend

Shelby was my attorney last year for a criminal defense case. She was attentive; always getting back to my questions and concerns quicker than expected, extremely knowledgeable, professional, kind, and empathetic. She seems to have a very good working rapport with people and agencies within the judic...ial system, reiterating her respected level of skill, knowledge and professionalism. One year after hiring her for my case I was in need of her help with an issue in some classes I was taking related to it. She didn't hesitate to step in to meditate and resolve the problem when she certainly didn't have to. Although I hope to never need her services again, I would highly recommend her to anyone who does!

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Shelby Thomas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Erick Ward

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Shelby is smart, dedicated and compassionate. I endorse her without reservation."

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Chelsea Scott

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

Appreciation and recognition for Volunteer Service, Deschutes County Circuit Court and Deschutes County Bar Association

2016

Bruce Spalding Award - Excellence in Trial Practice, Willamette University College of Law

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Associate Attorney, Ward Grover, LLP

2016 - 2017

Certified Law Clerk, Marion County District Attorney's Office

2015 - 2016

DUII Clerk, Marion County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2018 - Present

Deschutes Family Recovery

2017 - Present

Cascade Women Lawyers

2017 - Present

American Inns of Court

2017 - Present

Lawyer in the Library

Sample of Legal Cases

Full Acquittal

Acquittal of all charges

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Education

2017

Willamette University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

Washington State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

Languages

English

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