Ross Denison

Ross Denison is a Portland, Oregon criminal defense lawyer at Ross Denison Law who represents individuals accused of crimes. His practice is grounded in protecting privacy, fairness, and the rights of people facing the criminal justice system. He works as an advocate and counselor, seeking creative solutions tailored to each client’s legal situation. He emphasizes direct communication, careful listening, and thoughtful guidance throughout a case. When trial becomes necessary, he prepares diligently and provides rigorous courtroom advocacy focused on delivering an effective overall defense.

Ross earned a bachelor’s degree in History from Lewis & Clark College after moving to Portland in 2001. He later attended New England School of Law in Boston. During law school, he worked at the Suffolk County public defender’s office, where he decided to devote his career to criminal defense. Before entering law school, he spent several years working as a mental health counselor. These experiences helped shape his client-focused approach to advocacy and his commitment to criminal defense work.

Ross returned to Oregon in 2010 and has lived in Portland since then. Before opening his own practice, he worked for two years with a prominent Portland criminal defense attorney. That position gave him valuable legal experience and insight into criminal defense representation. He later established his own practice, where he continues representing people facing criminal accusations. He brings a strong work ethic to each matter and remains focused on justice, fairness, preparation, and practical problem-solving for every client.

Ross Denison approaches criminal defense with the belief that clients deserve to be heard and treated fairly throughout the legal process. He works to understand each person’s circumstances before developing a defense strategy. His representation combines counseling, communication, preparation, and courtroom advocacy when litigation is required. He focuses on helping clients navigate difficult legal problems while protecting their rights. Through his Portland practice, he provides criminal defense representation built around careful attention, analysis, and a persistent commitment to fairness and justice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Ross Denison Law
• Member, Oregon State Bar

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• New England School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Lewis & Clark College
  Bachelor’s Degree

Awards & Badges