Chris Heywood

Hoffman Law LLC, based in Portland, Oregon, is home to the highly regarded attorney Chris Heywood. As a shareholder at the firm, Mr. Heywood focuses on criminal defense, including felonies, white collar crimes, Measure 11 offenses, sexual abuse, felony domestic violence and homicide. His practice extends across the state of Oregon, where he is known for his vigorous and innovative defense strategies on behalf of his clients.

Mr. Heywood's career is marked by his dedication to defending the accused, drawing on his extensive experience as a former prosecutor. During his five-year tenure as a prosecutor, he managed an array of cases, including those involving sexual abuse, domestic violence felonies and homicide. 

Since transitioning to criminal defense, Mr. Heywood has earned a formidable reputation for his advocacy skills. He has successfully taken numerous serious felony cases to trial, including those subject to Oregon's stringent Ballot Measure 11 sentencing guidelines. His legal acumen and relentless pursuit of justice have garnered him recognition from the National Trial Lawyers, which named him among the Top 40 Under 40 in criminal defense.

Mr. Heywood serves a diverse clientele, representing individuals from varied backgrounds such as local business owners, police officers, sports executives and elected officials. In addition to his criminal defense work, he is adept at handling pre-indictment investigations, Title IX cases within academic institutions and professional licensing investigations.

Licensed to practice in both Oregon state and federal courts, Mr. Heywood is an active member of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, the Multnomah Bar Association and the Gus J. Solomon American Inn of Court.