There are no shortcuts to building a criminal defense. At Hall Law, we have a different approach than many other Portland lawyers. First and foremost, we never rush. Facing criminal charges is a serious matter and the last thing you want is to work with a lawyer isn’t doing everything they can to protect your interests.

To ensure you are confident in the quality of your legal representation, we always take the following steps:

Help you understand the charges you face.
Help you understand the process and the courts.
Explain how the system works so that you’re prepared to take every step.
Offer you honest counsel so that you can make better choices.
Take time to fully understand your story and version of the events.
Do all necessary field work to build a resolute case.
Gather all pertinent information relative to your case.
Get to know the people involved, including witnesses, police, and anyone else with useful information.
Build an attorney/client relationship based on trust.
Ensure you are always informed of developments in your case.