also known as STERN LAW
Zachary J. Stern is a well-respected criminal defense attorney that handles select complex criminal matters at both trial and appeal. His vertically integrated practice helps clients achieve long term success, even when the outlook is grim. Mr. Stern is an award-winning attorney who is published and often speaks to other lawyers on all aspects of high stakes criminal defense matters.
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Acquired: 2013
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1900 Hines Street Southeast, Ste 110, Salem, OR, 97302
45 Client Reviews
Showing 16 - 20 of 37 reviews | Case Results
Posted by Russell taylor | January 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney
I would give them 10 stars if I could
I had an Assault 4 domestic in front of a child . D,A was asking for 30 months in prison in the beginning Zachary stern and PAUl FERDER got the it down to 4 days in jail credit for time served . And 3 years probation they are absolutely hands down the best Attorneys I have ever seen . I have a rec...
Posted by Carlos A Maciel | November 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney
After a big Delivery and Pcs charge i walk out
Zachary is a beast definitly one of the best lawyers in town he is a one the best lawyers i ever seen in accion and really knows wat to do and knows his arguments never dought anything he told me or recomended me to do he really help me and because of. His really good skills i m back home with my kid...
Posted by John | July 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Best money I ever spent
Zack was able to save me $3000 in fees have five charges dropped down to three and I walked away with no Zack was able to save me $3000 in fees have five charges dropped down to three and I walked away with no jail time at absolutely worth every penny!
Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney
THE MAN !!!
As I was sitting in court. I was watching this case get handled by a public “defender” and I guess suppose to be a DA. I felt like I was at the circus. If the guy that was getting sentenced wasn’t making steps in life to better his self and impress the judge. He would have been sitting in jail. That’...
Posted by Ashley | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Very professional
Zachary was amazing at representing the case. His confidence and presentation to the judge was perfect. He got the best outcome we could ask for explained every step along the way.
"I fully endorse this lawyer. Zack works incredibly hard to obtain the best results for his clients. He is sharp, zealous, compassionate, hard working, and a brilliant legal thinker and strategist."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. In addition to knowing the law, Zach knows how to work with his clients to get them the help they need. He's tough when dealing with opposing counsel, but fair and well-respected. Zach has my full recommendation."
"Zack is an extremely talented criminal defense attorney-- I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone needing diligent, expert assistance with criminal matters."
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2026
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 100, American Academy of Attorneys
2020
Mentor of the Year, Willamette University
2020
Exceptional & Outstanding Client Service, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2018
Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
Outstanding Mentor, Willamette University College of Law
2016
Outstanding Mentor, Willamette University College of Law
2013
Summa Cum Laude, Willamette University College of Law
2021 - Present
Attorney, Zachary J Stern PC
2014 - 2021
Attorney, Ferder Casebeer French & Thompson
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Van Ness Mooney
2022 - Present
Yamhill County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2017 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
2013 - Present
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2013 - Present
Marion County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
United States Peace CorpsReturned Peace Corps Volunteer
Case Dismissed
Acquittal
Drug Allegations Dismissed
Drug Allegations Dismissed
Acquittal
Prevailed on motion to suppress
30 month prison offer to a few weeks of county jail.
Prevailed
Convicted of lesser
Dismissed
Reduced to Misdemeanor
Reduced to Misdemeanor
Convicted of lesser
Dismissed
Acquittal
Case Dismissed
Dismissed
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2022
Brady Is A Lot like DONDA 2: Big on Promise, Short on Delivery
2020
Appellate Update CLE
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