Lissa started her career as a prosecutor at the Lane County District Attorney's Office. She then moved to private practice, where she has spent years in courtrooms defending clients, and helping citizens navigate the criminal justice system. She also helps clients with protective orders - restraining orders, stalking orders, and elder abuse orders. She focuses on Measure 11, Sex Crimes, DUII, and Domestic Violence defense. She also has helped victims assert their rights and make their voices heard during prosecutions.
Practice areas
Arnold Law has an experienced team fighting for the Portland-area falsely accused and overcharged victims of prosecutorial and government overreach. Our lawyers use exhaustive investigations and hard science to disprove the manipulative case theories brought against our clients.
12 years
12 years
12 years
Languages spoken
English
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| OR | Active | 2008 | 01/09/2021 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Top 10 | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2015 |
| Top 40 Under 40 | The National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
| Readers Choice 1st Place | The Register-Gaurd | 2015 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Attorney | Arnold Law | 2012 - Present |
| Deputy District Attorney | Lane County District Attorney's Office | 2009 - 2012 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lane County Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Register Guard | National events put grand jury system in spotlight | 2014 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Oregon | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
| Purdue University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2005 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| State v. BH | Not guilty by jury |
Posted by Susan
Wed Jan 21 2015
Kenneth Goodin, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 30, 2015
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
One of the absolute best. Exceptional attention to detail, service next to none. I endorse this lawyer.
Bryan Boender, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 26, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Glen Kotten, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 15, 2015
Relationship: Other
Ms. Landau is a great criminal defense attorney and an outstanding advocate for her clients.
I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
Giacomo Behar, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community.
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
E. Bradley Litchfield, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 9, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse Lissa as a capable and zealous advocate. She has excellent experience and good judgment as a lawyer.
Adam Shelton, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 9, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked closely with Lissa when my family law clients have been simultaneously involved in DUI or criminal cases. Our clients have had nothing but praises.
Jessica May, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 7, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Janet Holcomb, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 7, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Emilia Gardner, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 7, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Rogelio Cassol, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 6, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
C Arnold, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 6, 2014
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. Lissa is an aggressive and tough litigator that pursues justice for every client.
Jacy Arnold, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 5, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Lissa is a valuable asset to the Arnold Law team. We are fortunate that she is a resource for our clients.