David Lesh Attorney at Law

The Law Office of David N. Lesh provides skilled, confidential, and effective legal representation to individuals facing misdemeanor and felony charges throughout Portland and the surrounding Oregon counties. With over three decades of experience, including service as both a prosecutor and police legal advisor, Attorney Lesh brings a level of insight, preparation, and courtroom skill unmatched in Oregon’s criminal defense field.

The Law Office of David N. Lesh is founded on a one-on-one, attorney-only model: every client is represented directly by Mr. Lesh, never by assistants or junior associates. All communication, court appearances, and case decisions are handled directly by the lead attorney, ensuring that each defense is personalized, precise, and highly responsive. Whether defending against a DUII, assault charge, sex offense, drug crime, or serious Measure 11 felony, every case receives seasoned strategy and a deeply informed legal perspective.

The Law Office of David N. Lesh benefits from Mr. Lesh’s rare experience inside both the courtroom and the police precinct. A former Multnomah County deputy district attorney and the lead civil attorney for the Portland Police Bureau, he has prosecuted and advised on a wide range of legal matters, including use of force, felony sexual abuse, and major narcotics cases. This experience now empowers his clients with a defense grounded in trial-tested tactics and procedural knowledge from both sides of the law.

The Law Office of David N. Lesh serves clients across Oregon, including Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, and Yamhill counties. The firm is known for achieving favorable outcomes—dismissals, acquittals, and diversions—through meticulous preparation, persuasive advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to protecting client rights. Mr. Lesh has authored trusted legal resources, including the Oregon Criminal Law Guide and the Oregon DUII Guide, and is frequently called upon to instruct law enforcement professionals.

The Law Office of David N. Lesh stands for high-caliber legal defense, grounded in integrity, discretion, and results. With each case, the firm delivers focused, strategic advocacy backed by unmatched experience in Oregon criminal law.