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Erin E Kirkwood
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Biography
Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Erin’s passion for law began as a child as she watched and learned from her father, an attorney. Erin graduating from the University of Oregon School of Law in 2002 and her professional endeavors led her on an unusual and wonderfully diverse path. She began her legal career as a judicial clerk, then served as a public defender, and worked as a private defense attorney. More recently she has served as an Administrative Law Judge and a Pro Tem Judge in Beaverton, and was a valued associate of the Reynolds Defense Firm legal team. Erin not only understands how attorneys approach law but also has the first-hand judicial experience of presiding over and ruling on DUI cases and DMV Implied Consent license hearings.
Erin is quietly confident and has a light-hearted nature, her unapologetic determination and calming disposition have served her clients well. Her clients understand their potential outcomes and the process of their case because she is known and respected for being straight-forward and honest.
Erin is a proud pet owner of a dog, Lupita, who Erin rescued from Mexico in 2018. Erin also volunteers with Pacific Northwest Search and Rescue and she enjoys canoeing on the coast of Vancouver and holds several Oregon swimming state records.
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Licensed in Oregon for 23 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2002
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Posted by Tina | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Erin Kirkwood
I can't express what an AWESOME person Erin is. She's professional, determined, and I HIGHLY RECOMEND having her on your side. She digs deep, she fights hard. She helps you see the light when it seems dark. As the professional that she is, she treats you the way you want to be treated. She is dedi...
Posted by Rebecca | November 03, 2010 | Criminal Defense
Erin Kirkwood provided absolute professional and caring representation.
Erin was my assigned public defender back in 2005, (It's now 2010.) I can't express how much I respect this woman. I also noticed that through out the court appearances I noticed she was respected by her fellow attorneys on both sides. She judges also show appreciation of her compitence. She approach...
Erin E Kirkwood's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Erin in several different settings over our collective decades in criminal practice. When I think of Erin, I think zealous advocacy. She is energetic and tireless in the work she does on behalf of her clients. Anyone needing representation on a DUII or related crime should seek out her experienced counsel immediately - they will not be disappointed."
"Erin is a skilled, knowledgeable and passionate attorney and advocate for her clients. And she is wonderfully personable, with a calm and jovial demeanor that soothes stressed-out clients and makes her a great person to work and collaborate with."
"The energy and enthusiasm that Erin brings to her work is infectious. She is compassionate, thoughtful, and straightforward in everything she does."
"Erin is a great person and a fantastic attorney, and I am proud to work with her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Erin has an extensive background handling many different and difficult cases. Erin is compassionate about her work and her clients and demonstrates professionalism in all her endeavors!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Erin professionally for 12 years now, and she's passionate, exceptionally skilled, and diligent."
Douglas Green
Criminal defense lawyer
Michelle Thomas
DUI and DWI lawyer
Zachary Pedrazzi
DUI and DWI lawyer
Eric Pickard
DUI and DWI lawyer
MacDaniel Reynolds
DUI and DWI lawyer
Richard Morgan
DUI and DWI lawyer
Josh Gibbs
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2019
Woman Crush, Marquam's Auction Agency
2018
10 Best Attorneys for Oregon, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2017
Top 10 Attorney, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2002
Criminal Certificate, University of Oregon Law School
2001
Bill and Ann Shepherd Scholarship, Bill and Ann Shepherd
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Pro Tem Judge, Beaverton Municipal Court
2017 - 2019
Associate, Reynolds Defense Firm
2014 - 2016
Administrative Law Judge, Office Of Administrative Hearings
2005 - 2010
Attorney, Calhoun & Fishback
2003 - 2006
Attorney, Metropolitan Public Defenders, Inc.
2002 - 2003
Judicial Clerk, Honorable Janice Wilson
Associations
2002 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2002 - 2010
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
Education
2002
University of Oregon School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
Guelph University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Transgender Law 101 CLE
Transgender Law 101 CLE
2017
Oregon State Bar
Transgender Law CLE
2017
Learning The Ropes Seminar
Criminal Defense
Languages
English