Michelle Thomas

8 years of experience
DUI & DWI, Criminal Law
Oregon

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Kenneth Stafford February 11, 2021

Rating: 10

Michelle is an outstanding attorney; she combines extensive legal knowledge and trial experience with empathy and great listening skills. I would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone facing a DUII or other serious criminal charge. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

We have worked together at Reynolds Defense Firm since 2019.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

We have worked together on many cases since 2019.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2019-present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Michelle’s combination of encyclopedic legal knowledge and effective advocacy skills make her a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Michelle’s knowledge of the law when it comes to DUII and other traffic offenses can’t be beat.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Michelle has a knack for being able to spot potential legal issues and to analyze & explain complicated concepts in a way that’s easy to understand.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Michelle’s ability to explain the court process and legal concepts to people who aren’t familiar with the system allows clients to feel confident and in control of their case.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Michelle’s legal ethics and professionalism are unimpeachable.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Any criminal case, but especially DUIIs and other traffic offenses.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Daniel Fan January 28, 2021

Rating: 10

Ms. Thomas will leave no stone unturned and no word unspoken in your defense. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I work with Ms. Thomas at the same criminal defense law firm.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

I have worked with Ms. Thomas representing the same client.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2019-present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Ms. Thomas is a keen student of the law and zealous advocate for her clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Ms. Thomas maintains a very current understanding of legal precedents as well as local applications of the law.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Ms. Thomas possesses excellent legal analysis skills, which she applies to every case.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Ms. Thomas always arrives prepared, with her authorities ready and her points laid out.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

You will have great difficulty finding a more fiery and zealous advocate.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal defense.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Litigation
Oral Argument
Trials

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Douglas Green January 25, 2021

Rating: 10

Michelle's advocacy is both tireless, relentless, and amazingly effective. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I've worked alongside Michelle since October 2018 and am impressed with her zealous advocacy.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client

Michelle is tireless advocate for her clients and is not afraid to combat the powers of government and law enforcement to ensure the rights of her clients are not violated.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
October 2018 to the present

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Michelle cares deeply for her clients and leaves nothing to chance, nor no stone unturned to ensure her clients get excellent representation.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

I never hesitate to ask for Michelle's opinions and input about the current state of the laws in which we regularly practice.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Michelle's analysis is excellent and persuasive - I've seen her accomplish amazing victories on behalf of her clients.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Michelle is able to expertly communicate to courts and prosecutors on behalf of her clients' interests. She also does an excellent job communicating directly with her clients about their cases in a caring way allowing them to feel more comfortable about their situations.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Michelle practice of law is of the utmost ethical and professional standards.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Anything criminal

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

Kami White January 25, 2021

Rating: 10

Michelle is a rare combination of top notch legal knowledge, compassion and organizational abilities. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Michelle and I have worked together at RDF since October, 2019.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Different Client, Same Side of Case

As colleagues at RDF, Michelle and I both represent similarly situation clients facing criminal charges.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
I have worked with Michelle since October, 2019.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Michelle has a great eye for detail and is able to tailor her representation to focus on a client's specific needs, whatever they might be.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

As a former prosecutor, Michelle is always prepared to defend her position using up to date legal arguments. She knows the current law, and is also able to craft novel arguments to benefit her clients' facts.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Michelle has a super quick analytical mind, allowing her to focus on what matters and what doesn't in any given situation.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Michelle has a very compassionate, yet direct, manner. This allows her to connect with clients while also giving it to them straight.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Michelle is able to be firm and persuasive, while also displaying an appropriate amount of respect and deference when called for, allowing her to be a powerful advocate.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Crimial law

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

MacDaniel E. Reynolds January 14, 2021

Rating: 10

Michelle is a great attorney who is committed to doing her absolute best to take care of the good people Reynolds Defense Firm represents. View More

Q. How do you know this lawyer?

Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Michelle is one of the fantastic attorneys on the Reynolds Defense Firm team, and she specializes in DUI defense.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?

Same Client
Different Client, Same Side of Case

Michelle has helped hundreds of Reynolds Defense Firm clients get through their DUI situations with the least amount of pain possible. I am continually impressed with her legal skills and her dedication to do what is the absolute best for our clients.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
Michelle has worked with Reynolds Defense Firm since 2018.

Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Michelle is one of the most tenacious, conscientious and kind attorneys I know. I would want her on my side every day of the week!

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

DUI law is constantly evolving, and Michelle has consistently been at the forefront, bringing new and compelling arguments to help our clients.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Before joining Reynolds Defense Firm, Michelle was a deputy district attorney. This experience gives her a distinct edge when it comes to DUI defense, as she can anticipate how the 'other side' will respond to most situations.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Michelle takes the time to get to know each person she represents as a person, not just a legal situation. By taking this time in the beginning, Michelle is able to steer cases in a way to get the best outcomes for our clients.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Michelle's ethics and professionalism are second to none.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Michelle is a DUI law specialist. DUI is also known as DUII, which is an abbreviation for Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants.

Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes

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