Atty. Steven W Abel

Atty. Steven W Abel

Mr. Steven W Abel is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, construction & development, affordable housing and 3 other areas of law.

Portland Portland 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (503) 676-6233 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Steven W Abel at a glance

Steven W Abel is a Partner based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Stoel Rives LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on real estate and zoning. Admitted to practice in Oregon U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1983). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College (J.D., 1983) and Portland State University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Steven W Abel is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, construction & development, affordable housing and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from Portland State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Steven practices at Stoel Rives LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Steven W Abel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven W Abel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

Steven W Abel is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Steven W Abel

Where is Steven W Abel's law office located?
Steven W Abel's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Stoel Rives LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven W Abel handle?
Steven W Abel focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Steven W Abel practiced law?
Steven W Abel has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Steven W Abel go to law school?
Steven W Abel earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact Steven W Abel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven W Abel received?
Steven W Abel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College
- 1983
B.S.
Portland State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1983

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