Law Office of Anna P. Sammons - Eugene, OR

Tenacious Criminal Defense at Law Office of Anna P. Sammons

Facing criminal prosecution in Oregon puts your liberty and reputation on the line. Located in Eugene, the Law Office of Anna P. Sammons provides formidable advocacy for clients charged with misdemeanors, major felonies, and related appeals statewide. Founding attorney Anna Pervukhin Sammons has practiced criminal law full time since 2004. A graduate of the University of Chicago Law School, where she was honored as a Kosmerl Scholar, Sammons served for over a decade as an appellate criminal defense attorney and worked with the Lane County Public Defender's Office before establishing her Eugene practice in 2018. Selected to Super Lawyers from 2021 to 2026 and recognized by Elite Lawyer, she brings exceptional intellectual rigor to every defense.

Sammons has dedicated her career exclusively to the defense, never working for the prosecution or government. Believing that defending the accused protects constitutional liberties for all, she approaches every matter with fierce commitment. When individuals need a lawyer to counter state resources, the firm investigates thoroughly, challenges forensic evidence, and develops customized strategies to secure dismissals, acquittals, or charge reductions.

Robust Defense Against Major Felonies and Violent Crimes

The firm handles a wide variety of criminal charges, from property offenses to serious violent crime allegations. Attorney Sammons defends clients in assault, domestic violence, firearms, burglary, and theft cases. As a former mental health counselor, Sammons understands the psychological factors that intersect with criminal law, working closely with forensic specialists to present compelling mitigating evidence.

Sex Offense Defense and Registration Relief

Allegations of sexual misconduct carry intense societal stigma and severe penalties under Oregon Measure 11. Anna Sammons provides discrete, relentless defense against complex charges, including sexual assault, rape, and sex abuse. Furthermore, the firm is recognized statewide for its skill in litigating sex offender registration matters, challenging initial risk classifications and petitioning to remove clients from the Oregon sex offender registry.

Assertive DUII Defense and License Protection

An arrest for driving under the influence requires urgent legal intervention. As an assertive dui/dwi defense lawyer, Sammons defends motorists facing alcohol and drug-related DUII charges in Eugene and Springfield municipal courts as well as Lane County Circuit Court. From challenging traffic stops and breath tests to entering diversion programs, the firm fights to safeguard driving privileges and avoid jail.

Campus Title IX Investigations and Direct Criminal Appeals

Students facing collegiate disciplinary actions face severe academic consequences. Sammons provides skilled Title IX defense for students at the University of Oregon and regional colleges, safeguarding due process during institutional hearings. Drawing on extensive appellate experience, the firm also handles direct criminal appeals and petitions for post-conviction relief in the Oregon Court of Appeals.

24/7 Client Availability, Bilingual Counsel, and Transparent Payment Plans

Legal emergencies do not follow business hours. The Law Office of Anna P. Sammons is accessible 24 hours a day for immediate intervention after an arrest. Sammons offers bilingual counsel in English and Russian, along with transparent payment plans through LawPay. If you need to hire a lawyer or find an attorney prepared to defend your future, contact the firm for a confidential consultation.