Casey Kovacic

Casey Kovacic is an Oregon criminal defense attorney and the founder of the Law Office of Casey Kovacic, LLC. He represents individuals accused of misdemeanors, felonies, homicide, DUII offenses, domestic violence charges, sex crimes, violent crimes, theft offenses, drug crimes, and other criminal matters throughout the Portland metropolitan area. Casey devotes his practice exclusively to criminal defense, allowing him to provide focused representation at every stage of the criminal process, from investigations and pretrial proceedings to trials, sentencing, and post-conviction matters.

Casey earned his B.A. from the University of Oregon before receiving his J.D. from Willamette University College of Law. During law school, he worked as a certified law student with Metropolitan Public Defender Services. He was admitted to the Oregon State Bar, beginning a legal career dedicated to protecting the rights of those facing criminal charges.

Casey spent nearly eight years as a staff attorney with Metropolitan Public Defender Services, where he defended clients in a wide variety of criminal cases and gained extensive courtroom experience. His background as a public defender provided valuable insight into trial advocacy, negotiations, constitutional protections, and the practical challenges individuals encounter within the criminal justice system. After founding his own practice, he continued representing clients in cases ranging from DUII and misdemeanors to homicide allegations and other serious felony prosecutions.

Casey Kovacic is known for developing practical defense strategies tailored to each client’s circumstances. He emphasizes careful preparation, direct communication, and vigorous courtroom advocacy while helping clients understand the legal process and their available options. His professional accomplishments include selection for Oregon Rising Stars in 2021 and for Oregon Super Lawyers in 2025 and 2026. His experience, commitment to criminal defense, and dedication to protecting constitutional rights have established him as a respected advocate for individuals facing criminal allegations in Oregon.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Office of Casey Kovacic, LLC
• Member, Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyer Association
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Oregon State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• Willamette University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Oregon
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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