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 70 reviews

Posted by anonymous | January 08, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

You want a pit bull for lawyer you hire Ms.Shelby

If you value your time and money, look no further. Ms. Shelby is not about filler or drama—she is straightforward, hardworking, and focused on results. She is an excellent defense attorney who makes sure you understand what’s happening without unnecessary confusion. She is clear, consistent, and com...municates effectively throughout your case. She responds in a timely and professional manner and is well spoken and knowledgeable. The legal team she works with is equally impressive, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision to choose Ms. Shelby and her team to represent me.

Posted by Bryan | October 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney

I would recommend Shelby anyday.

Shelby was great and very responsive. I felt represented and secure. One of, if not the only lawyer I felt like cared for my situation.

Posted by Megan | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Amazing support and follow through

Shelby was available, professional and supportive through my case. She always went the extra mile for me!

Posted by anonymous | September 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Dan Stewart review

Daniel Stewart review, September 18th, 2024... I hired Shelby at the recommendation of a local attorney friend and with the encouragement of my adult children. My experience with Shelby has been nothing short of outstanding. I was presented 3 alternatives to 'navigate' the complaint..I took... the firm's advice and met with a very experienced counselor in Salem. This was done to ascertain and overview of parts of my character that were called into question. The results were as expected, no concerns. In fact, Shelby told me that the report was the "best" she had seen in her years of working with this particular counselor. From there, Shelby guided me through the succeeding process. She met with the District Attorney to mitigate the 'charge'. That was successful, the hearing was held in mid September. The outcome was precisely what she told me it would be. I found Shelby to be empathetic, very knowledgeable in the process and the law. She was encouraging and supportive, and most helpful to me emotionally. She was always available, spent appropriate time answering questions and aggressively pursued a reduction in the 'charge'. With her guidance, I expect the entire matter will be expunged at the earliest possible date. I cannot recommend Shelby Thomas highly enough. I am completely satisfied with the legal counsel she provided. I always felt she was going the extra steps it took to really help me legally and, of course, emotionally. Thank you, Shelby. Respectfully, Daniel Stewart Bend, Oregon

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Peace of Mind

We had no idea what to expect when our 17 year-old was arrested for trespassing. One phone call with Shelby helped us understand the process and gave us peace of mind. We hired Shelby to help us navigate the juvenile judicial system, but she also came alongside us and our child. Not only did she h...elp us legally, but she helped us communicate with our child in a way that we would not have been able to do on our own. We are impressed with how well Shelby worked and communicated with our teen!

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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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