About Craig W.
Craig W. Russell built a steady path into the courtroom after finishing law school. He keeps his sentences clear and his arguments direct. He brings that same clarity to clients who face criminal charges in Oregon.
He earned his J.D. from Willamette University College of Law in 2011. The degree set the stage for practice in Oregon. He is a member of the Oregon State Bar and maintains active status there.
Russell has been a member of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association since 2019. That affiliation places him in a network of defense attorneys who handle a wide range of criminal matters. It also keeps him engaged in continuing legal education and in discussions about evolving criminal law in the state.
He practices at Russell Law Group, LLC. At the firm he represents people at various stages of criminal proceedings. He handles initial appearances, arraignments, pretrial motions and plea negotiations. He also prepares cases for trial when necessary. His work spans misdemeanor and felony matters, and he regularly appears in state courts across Oregon.
Clients and colleagues describe him as straightforward in court and methodical in preparation. He favors practical strategies that address both immediate legal issues and longer-term consequences, such as collateral effects on employment and licensing. He seeks to explain options plainly so clients can make informed choices.
Outside the courtroom he keeps up with developments in criminal law through professional associations and continuing education. Membership in the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association connects him to peers who exchange case law updates and litigation tactics. He also remains active in the Oregon State Bar and takes part in the professional activities the bar offers.
His practice at Russell Law Group, LLC centers on criminal defense for individuals in Oregon. He represents clients through every phase of a case and works to resolve matters by trial or negotiated outcome depending on the circumstances. He currently focuses his practice on criminal defense matters at Russell Law Group, LLC.
