Ulanda Lynette Watkins, Criminal Defense Attorney in Portland, Oregon

Ulanda concentrates on criminal defense, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ulanda handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• Litigation

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• Personal Injury

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Ulanda's primary office is at 838 S.W. 1st Ave., Ste. 500, Portland, OR, 97204. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ulanda usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Ulanda discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Ulanda for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ulanda walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Ulanda offer a free consultation?

  Ulanda charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ulanda's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Ulanda's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in Oregon typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ulanda gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Ulanda take my case if I'm outside Portland?

  Ulanda is licensed in Oregon. Matters governed by Oregon law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ulanda will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Ulanda?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ulanda will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Ulanda accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Ulanda's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.