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Thomas Ifversen

5.0
Rating: 4.2

Licensed for 25 years

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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014
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Licensed in Oregon for 25 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2000

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014

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Thomas Ifversen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 14 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by T.W. | July 09, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

An intelligent and fantastic attorney with many years of experience

Tom Ifversen manages his legal cases with dignity and intelligence. When I met Tom in his office in June of 2012, he was a kind and respectful listener as he learned about the details of my case. He was polite and helpful as he explained the options that I had, but he also never made any promises ab...out the outcome. He stood on my side and was a powerful and thoughtful attorney who upheld my rights. Tom is excellent and if you are looking for a fantastic attorney with many years of experience, you will hire him.

Posted by Joe | July 01, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Tom is extraordinary.

Tom took care of my case and helped me get into diversion. He was helpful and knowledgeable. He is an extraordinary attorney and I am glad that I had him working on my case.

Posted by David | May 31, 2013 | Criminal Defense

The jury acquitted me of all the charges and I was able to keep my job and my dignity. Mr. Ifversen did a great job for me!

I was arrested and charged with a number of crimes, and I was angry and upset at the way the police and the DA were treating me. The police had been way too aggressive with me, and it felt like they were trying to cover up for their mistakes by charging me with crimes. I hired Mr. Ifversen to help me..., and he did an awesome job of getting as much information as possible out of the police. He advised me to take the case to trial, when several other attorneys had told me I should try to plea bargain. Mr. Ifversen even brought a police lieutenant in as a witness to testify about how badly the police had acted in my case. The jury acquitted me of all the charges, and I was able to keep my job and my dignity. Mr. Ifversen did a great job for me! I am so thankful for his help. I would recommend Mr. Ifversen to help. He truly is trustworthy, responsible, and knowledgeable.

Posted by S.J. | May 29, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Tom Ifversen is a truly amazing attorney. We went to trial and my son was aquitted of all criminal charges.

Tom Ifversen is a truly amazing attorney. When my son was arrested, I met with many attorneys before selecting Tom. He is an honest and hardworking attorney and we were lucky to have him. He helped us through the process with the courts and spent a significant amount of time working on my son's ca...se. We went to trial and my son was aquitted of all the charges. I am thankful that Tom was on our side to support us during a difficult time.

Posted by R.J. | May 29, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Excellent and Professional

I was referred to Tom by another attorney I had worked with in the past. I had been charged with several crimes, and my career and my life were on the line. Tom took the time to explain everything to me, and was very good about making sure I understood what I was up against, and what my options wer...e. He was very professional, and he enabled me to make good, informed decisions about how I was going to handle my case. He convinced me that my best option was to fight the charges, and not to cave in to what the District Attorney was trying to force me into. Because Tom had taken so much time to inform me of the law and the different possibilities, I was confident in my decision either way. I am so glad that I listened to Tom, because the judge granted a motion Tom had filed, and dismissed my entire case! My career was saved thanks to Tom, and I would strongly recommend him to anyone needing a good lawyer! R.J.S

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Thomas Ifversen's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Neidig

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know Tom Ifversen for a long time and have the highest respect for his professionalism as a defense attorney. He is extremely intelligent and I am always impressed with his creative approach to solving his client's problems. I recommend him without reservation."

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Mark Cogan

Business lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr Ifversen for more than a dozen years and have always admired him for his intelligence and his dedication to his clients. I would be pleased to refer a client to Mr Ifversen because I know the client would be in good hands. I am pleased to have Mr Ifversen as a professional colleague."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Other

"Professional and knowledgeable. I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Administrative law lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Ifversen is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from his answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed."

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Ryan Melewski

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for his great understanding of the law, his client-first approach, and his dedication to professionalism."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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David Altman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse attorney Thomas Ifversen. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a criminal defense lawyer."

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Justin Rosas

Unknown lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Thomas' answers on Avvo show a thoughtfulness and understanding that really aids his clients on a day to day basis. I recommend him as an advocate in all of his practice areas, particularly DUII and Criminal Defense."

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James Regan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a competent, diligent and zealous advocate for all of his clients' causes."

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V. Iyer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have the opportunity to view some of Attorney's Ifverson's responses to questions posted on Avvo by the general public. Attorney Ifverson's answers are thoughtful, insightful and correct and many other of his peers agree with his answers. He knows how to identify the pertinent issues, and how to attack a case. I endorse him. If have a referral in Oregon he would be one of the first I would refer the prospect"

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Merry Fountain

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Thomas Ifversen. He is a zealous advocate for his Portland criminal/DUI clients and a strong participate in the Avvo forum."

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Michael Crosner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a very knowledgeable and effective criminal defense attorney. I have read many of his posts on AVVO and have found them quite insightful and well thought out. His participation in AVVO is but one example of the pro bono legal services he unselfishly donates to the community."

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Jacob Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Thomas Ifversen. He is an asset to any defendant and will work to make the best out of the difficult situation you are in."

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Sagar Parikh

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Boria

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"From following mr Ifversen on Avvo it is apparent that he knows drinking and driving as well as criminal defense. Consider Mr. Ifversen when hiring a lawyer, he is clearly knowledgable. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Martinous

Unknown lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Ifversen as being a skilled and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney."

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Thomas Mackin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter McGrath

Unknown lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Attorney without hesitation. It is apparent to me that he has an deep understand of the law and possesses superior analytic skill. Great lawyer."

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Mark Deniz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Ifversen has offered people with helpful legal answers. This is an attorney who is extremely competent and caring. These should be sought out combinations when obtaining representation. I endorse this attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  4.2 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.

Suspension - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2014

updated on 11/26/2014

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2013

updated on 11/26/2014

This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

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