Areas of Practice
Restraining Orders and Stalking Protective Orders in Oregon
What is a restraining order or stalking protective order? In essence, restraining orders and stalking protective orders are court orders that prohibit one party from having any contact with the other. These orders can result in being required to move out of your home, cease all contact with the petitioner, and possibly even lose custody, parenting, and other rights. Violations can result in arrest, contempt of court, additional criminal charges, and even jail time.
In Oregon, there are multiple types of restraining orders or “protective orders,” depending on the circumstances and the relationship between the parties. Scissors Law has experience handling all types of Oregon restraining orders and protective orders, for both petitioners and respondents. If you require immediate protection, or have been served with a restraining order, Scissors Law can provide you a free consultation to act quickly.
Scissors Law has restraining order attorneys and stalking protective order attorneys who specialize in handling all types of restraining orders and stalking protective order hearings in Oregon, including:
Family Abuse Prevention Act (“FAPA”) Restraining Orders (ORS 107.716)
Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities Abuse Prevention Act (“EPPDAPA”) Restraining Orders (ORS 124.015)
Sexual Abuse Protective Orders (“SAPOs”) (ORS 163.760)
Stalking Protective Orders (“SPOs”) (ORS 30.866)
Restraining Orders & Stalking Protective Orders
Criminal Defense
Facing Criminal Charges in Oregon
If you have been arrested for a crime in Oregon, the first and best thing you can do is contact an experienced criminal defense attorney. You have a constitutionally protected Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination, meaning you do NOT have to speak to law enforcement without an attorney present. Criminal cases can often take on a life of their own, and it is critical to speak to an Oregon criminal defense attorney early in your case to safeguard your rights and your liberty.
Scissors Law has criminal defense attorneys experienced in handling high-exposure criminal cases successfully and is comfortable and highly effective trying cases in front of judges and juries. Scissors Law handles multiple types of criminal cases, including:
Juvenile Delinquency Cases
Assault
Menacing
Strangulation
Domestic Violence
Manslaughter
Criminally Negligent Homicide
Sex Crimes
Unlawful Use of a Weapon
Unlawful Possession
Ballot Measure 11 Offenses
Repeat Property (“REPO”) Offenses
Assault in the Fourth Degree
Harassment
Theft
Criminal Mischief
Private Indecency / Public Indecency
Driving While Suspended
Reckless Driving
Driving Under the Influence (DUII / DUII)
Unlawful Possession of methamphetamine / cocaine / heroine / marijuana
Unlawful Manufacture
Unlawful Delivery
Personal Injury
Personal Injury Representation in Oregon
If you have been injured as a result of negligence by another person, you should speak to an experienced personal injury attorney to ensure you safeguard your rights and maximize the value of your claim. Scissors Law can investigate your claim, gather necessary medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and help ensure you are fairly compensated for your injury.
Ben Scissors is an experienced personal injury attorney, with a track record of successfully negotiating and settling claims for clients facing injuries that resulted from:
Motor vehicle accidents & crashes
Slip-and-fall
Dog bites
Cyclist crashes
Professional License Defense
Protecting your Professional License in Oregon
If you have received a complaint from the Oregon State Board of Nursing, the Oregon Medical Board, or another professional licensing board, and face potential license suspension or license revocation, you may be at risk of losing your career and your livelihood. Scissors Law has experience working with professionals and professional licensing boards. We understand the effort, time, money, and sacrifice that goes into a professional license. And we understand the impact that threats to your professional career can have on you and your family.
Scissors Law has experienced professional license defense attorneys who represents Oregon professionals facing threats to their licenses, including professionals with:
Medical licenses
Nursing licenses
Therapy licenses
Teaching licenses
DHS / Caretaker licenses