Vernon H. McCray

Vernon H. McCray

also known as Vern McCray

4.3
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 34 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Camas, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Family ... +3 more

413 NE Everett St., Camas, WA

About Vernon

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

At this point in his career, Mr. McCray has defended over 1,000 criminal Felony cases and has collected a toppling stack of “Not Guilty” verdicts from every crime: DUIs/Assault 4s to Murder 1.

35 years | 1,500 cases

30%
Domestic Violence 20%

Mr. McCray is a contributing author to the DV Protection Order chapter and has decades of experience defending Assault/Strangulation, Protection Order Violations/Petitions, and has circumvented CPS findings on allegations against children.

35 years | 500 cases

20%
Family 20%

Mr. McCray has been retained on every type of family law case imaginable. Known for his skilled advocacy in both family & criminal law, he is often called to defend a client on both cases.

35 years | 1,500 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 10%

Vern McCray started his legal career prosecuting these very crimes over 30 years ago, and has since obtained hundreds of Dismissals, Not Guilty verdicts, civil compromises, and reduced charges on DWI/DWI, Hit & Run, Alluding, Vehicular Assault, etc.

35 years | 400 cases

10%
Sex Crime 10%

Mr. McCray has decades of experience obtaining dismissals/acquittals before & during trial & at jury verdict for the following charges: Rape, Child Molestation, Rape of a Child, Incest, Indecent Exposure/Liberties.

33 years

10%
Violent Crime 10%

Mr. McCray remains one of the few attorneys in Clark County to achieve a Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity on a Murder 1. He has defeated 2 current Superior Court judges on 2 Class A/B violent crime felonies they previously prosecuted.

33 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 34 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1991

Active

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Location

The Vern McCray Law Firm, PLLC

413 NE Everett St., Camas, WA, 98607

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Vernon H. McCray's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

5 star (15)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (3)

Posted by Alexander Kluka | January 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Father's Rights Lawyer

The Vern McCray Law Firm was recommended to us by a previous attorney. Best recommendation we could have received. The law firm cares about Father's rights and this was proven in our case. When a negative GAL report was presented against us, they helped us fight it down. Valerie was absolutely wonder...ful to work with! Took our emotion out of our paperwork and presented exactly what she knew the court would want to hear. Vern was great to watch in trial! He knew exactly what to ask and presented our case very well! No body fed us false hope, and everyone in the office gave us real expectations. Not only did we win our case in trial, but we got more than we asked for! Hands down best lawyer in town who cares about Father's rights! Thank you Vern and the whole team at the law firm!!!! We couldn't have done it without you!

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gave me 25 years back

Last year I was accused of a terrible crime. If found guilty of the charges, it could be a minimum sentence of 25 years in prison. Vern heard me and got access to notes prior to the interviews to undermine the State’s charges against me and was fully prepared to go to trial. The prosecutor kept... offering plea deals for class C felonies. I was not going plea for a Felony. Vern stared down the prosecutor until the brink of trial and was able to get the prosecutor to agree to misdemeanor & fines. Vern was the reason for my plea deal. Thank you Vern! I can't say that enough times. Thank you!! You changed my life and gave me my freedom back.

Posted by Nathan | June 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Family Law Case

I retained, Roxana Manesh, to represent me and my son in staying here in our hometown where our family, friends and roots are. Roxana is a fantastic active listener, who truly cares; then she takes the facts and information she’s received, and then lays out next steps very clearly. She is ethical, a...nd she exhausts all options for the rightful outcome for her clients. I would highly recommend, Roxana, to anybody who is going through family law issues, as she is honest, thorough, and is extremely polished in the work she does for her clients. My son and I thank you immensely, Roxy!

Posted by Michael | June 3, 2024 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Excellent Consultation

Vern took the time to listen carefully and fully understand my situation. He even followed up on the consultation with a phone call later that day with additional information. He provided me with an honest assessment and assured me that he and his team would provide the best legal support possible. H...ighly recommended.

Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and highly understanding of my situation.

After having an illigitimate DV and Protection Order placed on me in the middle of the night, I went out looking for a lawyer to represent me. After several tries, and being told to make an appointment, I came upon Vern's law firm in downtown Camas. I was speaking with the secretary, telling her my i...ssue, when Vern popped out of his office and immediately told me he would take care of me. It lifted a huge burden off my back. Vern assigned Dylan to my case and I was immediately in good hands and feeling like I was making forward progress. The people at this firm are real people who are there to help you. There is no feel of a cold firm only there to make money. I highly recommend Vern and his firm.

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Vernon H. McCray's Lawyer Endorsements

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Clayton Spencer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Very relatable and a great sense for the courtroom, Vern has been among the top trial court attorneys in Southwest Washington for years. A real pleasure to watch him work his magic before a jury."

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Grant Gehrmann

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Vernon McCray is a well respected litigation attorney in the Clark County area. Vern's courtroom demeanor is excellent and he genuinely cares about his clients and the legal system."

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Josephine Townsend

Family lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the most senior attorneys in our community. He is professional, compassionate and a great trial lawyer. He will always promote a fair resolution and understands the emotional impact dissolution has on the client. He is always well prepared and puts the client's interests first. I heartily endorse him."

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Roxana Manesh

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Watching Vern McCray put on any trial: felony criminal or family law, is like watching an artist at work. The way he litigates makes all the difference for a client facing heinous accusations. I have never encountered another lawyer apart from Vern, who is as trusted, beloved, and admired- not only by their own clients, but other legal professionals."

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Justin Leigh

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. McCray is a trusted fellow legal professional with an impressive breadth of knowledge of our judicial system, coupled with his experience serving as a Pro-Tem Judge. I often rely upon Mr. McCray’s expertise on an array of specialized matters and find his advice to be well-reasoned, and impactful. I would recommend anyone hire Vern McCray if they are facing a criminal charge."

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Dylan Trosper

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. McCray is as accomplished and adept and attorney as a client could wish for. In his decades of experience, he has won countless people their freedom in trials and out of court settlements."

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Amanda Keller

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Working alongside Vern has been a true privilege. Their unmatched dedication to criminal defense law, coupled with an extraordinary ability to craft strategic defenses, sets them apart. Vern possesses an impressive blend of legal prowess and interpersonal finesse, consistently securing favorable outcomes for clients. A collaborative team player, they contribute not only legal expertise but also a positive and supportive atmosphere. I wholeheartedly recommend Vern McCray – an outstanding professional committed to justice."

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Deanna Rusch

Unknown lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Teresa Foster

Family lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kari Rose-Adams

General practice lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Cohen

Family lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Teresa Foster

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Partner, The Vern McCray Law Firm PLLC

1992 - 2012

Partner, Boyd, Gaffney, Sowards, McCray & Sundstrom

1989 - 1992

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, City of Washougal

1989 - 1992

Associate Attorney, Poyfair & English

Associations

Clark County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State of Washington v. T.W.

Not Guilty by Jury Verdict

State of Washington v. C.A.

Not Guilty Jury Verdict

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Education

1990

Lewis & Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2010

Clark College

Law Professor

Publications

2012

Washington State Bar Association Family Law Desk Book Domestic Violence Protection Orders

Languages

English

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