Atty. Denise L. Stern

Atty. Denise L. Stern

Denise L. Stern is a lawyer practicing real estate, small business law, general practice and 1 other area of law.

Portland Portland 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Denise L. Stern at a glance

Denise L. Stern is a Principal based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Denise L. Stern. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1986) and Oregon (1988). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 1985) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Denise L. Stern is a lawyer practicing real estate, small business law, general practice and 1 other area of law
  • Denise received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1978, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Denise practices at Denise L. Stern in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Denise L. Stern's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Denise L. Stern handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Denise L. Stern is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Denise L. Stern is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Denise L. Stern

Where is Denise L. Stern's law office located?
Denise L. Stern's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Denise L. Stern. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Denise L. Stern handle?
Denise L. Stern focuses on estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Denise L. Stern practiced law?
Denise L. Stern has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Denise L. Stern go to law school?
Denise L. Stern earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Denise L. Stern for a consultation?
You can contact Denise L. Stern directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Denise L. Stern received?
Denise L. Stern's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Gonzaga University
- 1985
B.A.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1986
Oregon
Admitted: 1988

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