Duvall Hugh - Eugene, OR

Proven Criminal Defense and DUI Representation in Eugene

Being arrested or investigated for a crime can jeopardize your reputation, career, and freedom. When facing criminal charges in Oregon courts, having a defender who knows the justice system is vital. Located at 856 Olive Street in downtown Eugene, attorney Hugh Duvall has dedicated his career to protecting the constitutional rights of individuals accused of misdemeanor and felony crimes. Whether you need a criminal defense attorney to challenge an unlawful police stop or require a DUI lawyer to protect your driving privileges, Hugh Duvall provides experienced counsel.

Hugh Duvall began his practice in 1988 after earning his law degree from the University of Oregon School of Law, serving as a public defender for three years before entering private practice. An AV Preeminent peer-rated attorney and long-time adjunct professor at the University of Oregon School of Law, Duvall is also author of legal guides including The Lawyer Song: Navigating the Legal Wilderness and the Oregon Driver Restriction Guide.

Strategic Defense Across Misdemeanor and Felony Charges

Clients choosing to hire a criminal defense lawyer at Duvall Law Office benefit from thorough case preparation across all stages of criminal proceedings:

• Driving under the influence: Defending Oregon DUII charges, challenging field sobriety tests, disputing breath test validity, and representing drivers in DMV implied consent hearings.
• Traffic crimes: Protecting motorists charged with reckless driving, hit and run, attempting to elude police officers, and driving while suspended.
• Domestic violence charges: Defending against assault, menacing, harassment, coercion, strangulation, and restraining order violations.
• Measure 11 and violent offenses: Delivering focused courtroom advocacy for felony indictments carrying mandatory minimum prison sentences, including assault and weapons charges.
• Drug and narcotics crimes: Defending possession and distribution charges, highlighting unlawful police searches and Fourth Amendment violations.
• Theft and property offenses: Representing individuals facing shoplifting, identity theft, and burglary allegations.
• Expungements: Sealing eligible arrest records and convictions under Oregon law to restore civil rights and employment opportunities.

Empowering Clients Through Collaborative Strategy

Hugh Duvall emphasizes a collaborative defense strategy aimed at empowering clients to make informed legal decisions. By inspecting police reports, body camera footage, and witness testimony, Duvall identifies procedural errors and constitutional flaws. Having represented clients in 21 Oregon counties, his trial readiness gives clients strong leverage in negotiations and before juries.

Responsive Legal Counsel and Consultations

Duvall Law Office provides confidential consultations, flexible scheduling including evening appointments when necessary, and jail visits upon request. Transparent fee arrangements and credit cards are accepted to ensure accessible representation.

Contact an Accomplished Eugene Criminal Attorney

If you have been arrested or learn you are under criminal investigation, obtaining legal counsel immediately is crucial. Contact attorney Hugh Duvall in Eugene, Oregon today to safeguard your rights and future.