I started my own law firm in 2015 after working for seven years as an attorney for Southern Oregon Public Defender in Jackson County. As a public defender, I handled thousands of cases from Murder to Disorderly Conduct and everything in between. I am admitted to practice in state and federal court, and I have tried fifty criminal cases to jury verdict.
I have earned a reputation with my clients, the court, prosecutors, my colleagues, and law enforcement as a dedicated attorney who is always willing to stand up for my clients. I've worked as an Oregon criminal defense attorney in Medford, Jackson County, and Southern Oregon for nine years; and I also served on a grand jury in Deschutes County in 2007.
I have earned a reputation with my clients, the court, prosecutors, my colleagues, and law enforcement as a dedicated attorney who is always willing to stand up for my clients. I've worked as an Oregon criminal defense attorney in Medford, Jackson County, and Southern Oregon for nine years; and I also served on a grand jury in Deschutes County in 2007.
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As a public defender, I handled thousands of criminal defense cases. These included Murder, DUI, Disorderly Conduct, and everything in between. I am admitted to practice in state and federal court, and I have tried more than fifty criminal cases to jury verdict.
I have earned a reputation with my clients, the court, prosecutors, my colleagues, and law enforcement as a dedicated criminal defense attorney who is always willing to stand up for my clients.Before joining Southern Oregon Public Defender, I worked for two years as a personal injury attorney for Dwyer Williams Potter in Bend, Oregon.
I have earned a reputation with my clients, the court, prosecutors, my colleagues, and law enforcement as a dedicated criminal defense attorney who is always willing to stand up for my clients.Before joining Southern Oregon Public Defender, I worked for two years as a personal injury attorney for Dwyer Williams Potter in Bend, Oregon.
If you have been charged with a crime or are under criminal investigation, you have the right to legal representation by an attorney at any and all stages of the process. The police and prosecutors are well-funded and well-trained and are under no legal or ethical obligation to consider the interests of a suspect.
As a criminal defense attorney, I have represented clients in approximately 2,000 criminal cases. I strive to achieve consistent case results by listening to my clients, analyzing the state's case on the front end, and taking cases to jury trial if necessary. Listed below are some positive case results that I have achieved for my clients.
If you have been charged with a crime or are under criminal investigation, you have the right to legal representation by an attorney at any and all stages of the process. The police and prosecutors are well-funded and well-trained and are under no legal or ethical obligation to consider the interests of a suspect.
Measure 11 is a ballot initiative that was approved by Oregon voters in 1994. Measure 11 established mandatory minimum sentences for defendants convicted of certain crimes including murder, manslaughter, kidnapping, rape, and sodomy. Measure 11 also required that 15, 16, and 17 year old defendants charged with certain crimes be tried as adults.
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Shelley Scherer
Dec 30, 2020
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I needed advice regarding a domestic violence issue and was referred to Christopher. When I contacted him he was knowledgeable, kind and respectful. He provided me with the information I needed to move forward with my case.
Thank you Christopher! I would recommend you to anyone who needed legal advice.
Thank you Christopher! I would recommend you to anyone who needed legal advice.
Tyler Duclos
Dec 12, 2020
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Ryan Allen
Nov 09, 2020
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Daniel Delgado
Jun 09, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
I had a question and wanted to seek advice so I called his office. Christopher was very kind and addressed my question. He was knowledgeable and took steps to verify his thoughts. I highly recommend him if you are in need of an attorney. I am not surprised to see only five star reviews.
I had a question and wanted to seek advice so I called his office. Christopher was very kind and addressed my question. He was knowledgeable and took steps to verify his thoughts. I highly recommend him if you are in need of an attorney. I am not surprised to see only five star reviews.
Justin Brim
Nov 15, 2018
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Tracey Howerton
Aug 31, 2018
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Frank Anthony Cannarella Iii
Nov 23, 2017
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Lisa Bernanke
Jul 08, 2017
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Mr. Missiaen is the embodiment of integrity and honesty. He carefully communicated the risks and benefits of various decisions in my case. He was quite realistic if not conservative in his expectations of my case, so I was quite pleased when all of my charges were dismissed. He was honest with me about possible outcomes while working towards the best possible outcome.
Mr. Missiaen will go above and beyond to protect your good name and solve other issues regarding your case; for instance, he quickly was able to get a publication to retract false information regarding the case. The article was retracted
Mr. Missiaen will go above and beyond to protect your good name and solve other issues regarding your case; for instance, he quickly was able to get a publication to retract false information regarding the case. The article was retracted
Kelly Jeffries
Mar 28, 2017
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Connor Shores
Dec 13, 2016
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I have spent a lot of time with Chris in the courtroom and he is always the smartest, best prepared person in the room. He is confident and professional, both of which presents very well in court. He always seems to put his clients into a good position to obtain a great outcome. If you need help, he's the guy you want.
