YEARS OF experienced attorneys AT YOUR SIDE

At Ferder Casebeer & Knodell, LLC, we are the best full-service law office in the greater Salem area.

For more than four decades, we regularly handle matters from Portland to Medford and Pendleton to Lincoln City. Our experienced attorneys and staff provide our clients with the attention and committed diligence in their legal matters, goals and needs, offering sound advice and guidance to achieve a the best outcome.

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Criminal Law

CRIMINAL LAW
Complex Criminal Felonies
Multi Agency Drug Investigations
Major Sex Crimes
DUII & Driving Offenses
Financial Investigations
White Collar Crimes
Homicide Investigations

Family Law

FAMILY LAW Divorce / Separation
Child Support, Child Custody & Visitation
Spousal Support, Modification
Domestic Partnerships & Prenuptials

Personal Injury Law

PERSONAL INJURY Car and Motorcycle Accidents
Slip and Fall Accidents, Product Injury
Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Civil Sex Abuse
Sexual Harassment & Discrimination

Appellate Law

APPELLATE LAW Direct Appeals,
Oregon Court of Appeals, Oregon Supreme Court,
Federal Appeals, Ninth Circuit,
United States Supreme Court,
Criminal Law, DUII, Expungements,
Federal and State Drug Offenses

Meet the Attorneys

  • Paul M. Ferder
    Partner, Ferder Casebeer, LLP

    Paul Ferder is a nationally renowned litigator. Mr. Ferder has obtained seven-figure judgments in various aspects of civil litigation throughout the United States. In addition to his successful personal injury practice, Mr. Ferder has more than four decades of experience representing individuals in criminal matters in state and federal courts. Mr. Ferder is rated as an AV-Preeminent attorney from Martindale- Hubbell a peer-reviewed legal organization. Apart from his practice, Mr. Ferder is also an active member of various charitable organizations in Marion County.

    Practice Emphasis
    • Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    • Civil Litigation, Federal Criminal Law
    Education
    • Bachelor of Science, University of Oregon 1968
    • Doctor of Jurisprudence, Northwestern School of Law
    • Lewis and Clark 1972
    Professional Experience
    • Admitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon
    • Admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
    • Practice in municipal and state courts
    • United States Supreme Court
    Professional Affiliations
    Community Activities / Awards
    • Past President of Salem Planning Commission
    • Mentor Willamette Law School
    • Capitol Planning Commission
    • Downtown Parking Board
    • Code Revision Committee
  • John D. Knodell
    Partner, Ferder Casebeer, LLP

    John grew up in Central Washington before moving to Oregon to attend college and law school. While in law school, John began working at the Marion County District Attorney’s office where he carried a caseload of misdemeanor cases. Upon passing the bar exam, John was hired there as an attorney and prosecuted a wide range of cases including DUIIs, drug and gun crimes, domestic violence crimes and Ballot Measure 11 offenses. John’s time at the DA’s office provided him with valuable trial experience and a helpful approach to protecting his client’s liberties for the best possible results.

    Admitted to Practice In:
    • Oregon State Court
    • United States District Court for the District of Oregon

    Practice Emphasis
    • Criminal Defense (state and federal)
    • Domestic Relations
    Education
    • University of Oregon – Bachelors of Science
    • Willamette University College of Law – Doctor of Jurisprudence
    Professional Affiliations
    • Marion County Bar Association
    • Oregon State Bar Association
    • Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
    • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
    Community Activities / Awards
    • Willamette University College of Law
      • Willamette Law Review
  • Spencer Prosen
    Associate Attorney

    Spencer grew up about an hour south of Nashville, Tennessee before moving to Oregon for college. Shortly after arriving in Oregon, Spencer enlisted in the Oregon Army National Guard as an infantryman. He was enlisted for nearly ten years before attending law school at Willamette University. Spencer’s time serving our Country included a deployment to Afghanistan, a diplomatic mission to Vietnam, and coordination of military assets to support the State of Oregon during large scale wildfire emergencies. While in law school, Spencer began working for Ferder Casebeer where he had the opportunity to build experience assisting on cases at the trial and appellate level. After graduating as valedictorian of his law school class, Spencer moved to South Dakota and represented clients in criminal defense, domestic relations, and civil litigation. He returned to Oregon and is enjoying the beautiful Northwest. Spencer’s varied life experience along with experience in several different legal practice areas provides him a unique perspective when working with clients. Spencer approaches every client differently and recognizes each case will present distinctive challenges and opportunities.

    Practice Emphasis
    • Criminal Defense and Domestic Relations
    Education
    • American Military University – Bachelors of Science
    • Willamette University College of Law - Doctor of Jurisprudence, with Certificate in Law and Business
    Professional Experience
    • Admitted to Oregon State Court
    • Admitted to South Dakota State Court
    • Admitted to United States District Court for the District of South Dakota
    Professional Affiliations
    • Oregon State Bar Association
    • South Dakota State Bar
    • Marion County Bar Association
    • Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
    Community Activities / Awards
    • Law School Class Valedictorian
    • Order of the Barristers
    • Law Review