

At Hoffman Law, we have built a strong record protecting and defending individual and corporate clients in all types of criminal cases. Founded by Janet Hoffman, a respected attorney with more than 40 years of experience, our firm has earned a reputation for success in state and federal courts. Our team offers clients the support of experienced criminal lawyers, including shareholders Christopher Heywood and Justin Rusk. Hoffman Law is known for our intense preparation, creative strategies and vigorous determination to obtain the best possible results for our clients. We are their ally and advocate from start to finish, in and out of the courtroom.
Our founding partner, Janet Hoffman, has welcomed two new shareholders, Christopher Heywood and Justin Rusk, and changed the firm’s name from Janet Hoffman & Associates to Hoffman Law LLC. The changes signal the start of a dynamic new chapter of growth for the firm as we expand our expertise and reputation for excellence in criminal defense.
Hoffman Law specializes in defending clients against the full range of challenging criminal allegations. Our core practice areas include:
Hoffman Law has a proven history of preventing charges from being filed, securing dismissals and winning at trial. Janet Hoffman, Christopher Heywood and Justin Rusk bring decades of combined expertise to the table, making us among the most respected and trusted criminal defense lawyers in Portland, Oregon. We represent everyone from individuals to corporations, always with the same determination to achieve justice.