Zachary J Stern
also known as STERN LAW
About Zachary
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
12 years
12 years
12 years
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 12 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
STERN LAW
1900 Hines Street Southeast, Ste 110, Salem, OR, 97302
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Zachary J Stern's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
45 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Violent Crime
Posted by Russell taylor | January 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime
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 Jacob Micheal | April 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Violent Crime
P.V. On A Strangulation Case
I recently hired Zach for a second time to help me out in a P.V. related to my first count of strangulation. My outcome wasn’t looking to good when the D.A. came in swinging but Zach name in a court room not only holds its weight in gold, he stood his and my ground and currently I am a free man. Ever...
Zachary J Stern's Lawyer Endorsements
"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 endorse this lawyer."
"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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Experience
Honors
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
Work Experience
2021 - Present
Attorney, Zachary J Stern PC
2014 - 2021
Attorney, Ferder Casebeer French & Thompson
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Van Ness Mooney
Associations
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
Sample of Legal Cases
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
Education
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2022
Brady Is A Lot like DONDA 2: Big on Promise, Short on Delivery
2020
Appellate Update CLE
Publications
Languages
Romanian
Spanish