Salem, Oregon Criminal Defense

Charged with Assault or a Misdemeanor in Oregon?

When your freedom is at stake, you need the best criminal defense attorney in Salem, Oregon fighting for you. At Southwell Law, I focus exclusively on criminal defense throughout the Willamette Valley. I provide aggressive representation and proven results.

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    Practice Areas

    Assault & Misdemeanor Charges I Defend

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Oregon’s assault laws are aggressively prosecuted. Even a first-time misdemeanor can follow you for life. Here’s what I handle.

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    Assault in the 4th Degree

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Oregon’s most common assault charge covers intentional, knowing, or reckless bodily injury. Even minor incidents can result in Class A misdemeanor charges.

    Up to 1 Year + Fines
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    Domestic Violence Assault

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Oregon charges involving family members or intimate partners carry extra mandatory arrest policies and no-contact orders.

    Enhanced Penalties Apply
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    Simple Assault & Threatening

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Charges for threatening behavior, unwanted contact, or self-defense situations that escalated. Many of these cases have strong defense options.

    Often Defensible
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    Assault with a Deadly Weapon

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. When a weapon is involved, charges can be elevated. We analyze whether weapon allegations are legally sound and fight for charge reductions.

    Felony Risk
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    Disorderly Conduct

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Often charged alongside assault. We challenge the circumstances of arrest and work to have these companion charges dismissed.

    Class B Misdemeanor
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    Expungement After Conviction

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Already have a misdemeanor on your record? We help qualifying clients clear prior convictions so they can move forward.

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    Why Southwell Law

    A Former Prosecutor Fighting for You

    Former Prosecutor — Knows the Playbook

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Robert started as a prosecutor in Wisconsin. He knows every strategy the DA will use — and how to counter it.

    Established Relationships with Local Judges & Prosecutors

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Robert's Salem courtroom experience means real credibility with the people who decide your case.

    One-Time Flat Fee — No Billing Surprises

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. You'll know your cost upfront. No hourly billing anxiety while your case is pending.

    100% Criminal Defense — No Distractions

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. This is all we do. Every resource, every tool, and every skill is focused on defending the accused.

    Real-Time Case Updates

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. You'll always know where your case stands. No chasing your attorney for updates.

    Available 7 Days a Week

    Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Arrests don't happen on business hours. Neither does our commitment to clients.

    “Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Receiving quality legal representation should be the bare minimum — I believe your criminal defense requires more.”

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    Robert Southwell
    Criminal Defense Lawyer, Southwell Law LLC

    10+

    YEARS OF

    EXPERIENCE

    84%

    CASE SUCCESS RATE*

    500+

    SATISFIED
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