Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Criminal Defense in Eastern Oregon
At Pendleton Law, we prioritize listening to our clients' concerns and delivering compassionate, effective criminal defense services. With over 30 years of litigation experience, including a decade as a prosecutor, our team combines strategic legal expertise with a deep understanding of the criminal justice system. We specialize in defending clients against DUII, drug crimes, property offenses, and juvenile charges, leveraging our extensive courtroom experience to protect clients' rights.Our founder, a former prosecutor, brings unique insights into identifying weaknesses in prosecution cases, ensuring robust defense strategies tailored to each client's needs. We serve Eastern Oregon communities, including Pendleton, Hermiston, Umatilla, and Milton-Freewater, with a commitment to transparency and client-centered representation.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUII Defense
Drug Crimes
Police Defense
Juvenile Defense
Property Crime Defense
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined criminal defense experience.
- Our attorney is a former prosecutor with insider knowledge of prosecution strategies.
- We specialize in search and seizure law and challenging evidence admissibility.
- We provide personalized defense strategies for complex criminal cases.
- Our team has secured numerous case dismissals and not-guilty verdicts.
What people say
Excellent job
Relentless in pursuit of victory
Diligent, thorough, professional
Fighter
Smart
Services
Criminal Defense
We provide comprehensive defense for various criminal charges including assault, burglary, and firearm offenses. Our team leverages decades of courtroom experience to challenge evidence and protect clients' rights. With strategic approaches tailored to each case, we aim to secure dismissals or favorable verdicts through motions or trials.
DUII Defense
Our DUII defense focuses on challenging traffic stops, field sobriety tests, and breathalyzer accuracy. We help clients avoid license suspensions, fines, and jail time by identifying procedural violations and weaknesses in prosecution evidence. Our former prosecutor's perspective strengthens defense strategies for Oregon DUII cases.
Juvenile Defense
We defend minors facing criminal charges while protecting their future opportunities. Our approach combines legal expertise with understanding of juvenile court systems to minimize long-term consequences. We work closely with families to develop defense strategies that address both legal and developmental considerations.
Drug Crimes
Our defense against drug charges challenges search warrants, evidence handling, and possession claims. We handle cases involving methamphetamine, heroin, and other controlled substances, focusing on constitutional violations to suppress evidence. We aim to reduce or dismiss charges through pretrial motions or negotiations.
Police Defense
We represent law enforcement officers facing criminal investigations or charges related to their duties. Our services include internal affairs investigations, use-of-force cases, and disciplinary proceedings. Our former prosecutor's experience provides unique insights into building strong defenses for police professionals.
People
Jody Vaughan
Attorney
Jody Vaughan has practiced criminal law since 1984, with 30 years as a prosecutor and private defense attorney. She has tried over 300 trials, specializing in search and seizure law. Her expertise includes challenging evidence admissibility and defending complex criminal cases across Eastern Oregon.
Amber Gilbert
Legal Assistant
Amber Gilbert supports the firm's operations as a dedicated legal assistant, providing administrative and case management support to ensure efficient client service delivery.
Questions
What criminal charges do you handle?
We handle a wide range including DUII, drug crimes, assault, burglary, juvenile offenses, and police defense cases across Eastern Oregon.
How does your former prosecutor experience help my case?
This experience provides unique insights into prosecution strategies, helping identify weaknesses in their case and develop stronger defense approaches.
Can you represent law enforcement officers?
Yes, we specialize in police defense, handling internal investigations and criminal charges affecting officers' careers and reputations.
What happens during a free consultation?
We'll discuss your case details, explain legal options, and develop a defense strategy tailored to your specific circumstances and goals.
How do you handle juvenile defense cases?
We focus on minimizing long-term consequences while protecting minors' rights, working closely with families throughout the legal process.
