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Stoel Rives LLP

Real Estate

USA Guide 2026 : Oregon


Stoel Rives LLP

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Stoel Rives fields a market-leading Oregon real estate and land use practice, recognized for its depth, sophistication, and ability to deliver complex, high-profile development projects. The team advises institutional investors, developers, and public-sector clients on transactions and developments that shape the PNW’s built environment.

The practice combines premier transactional capability with strength in land use and permitting, guiding projects from site control through entitlement, financing, and execution. It is particularly strong in navigating complex zoning, title, and regulatory frameworks, including master planning, zoning amendments, appeals, and permitting for major infrastructure and energy facilities. The team is regularly engaged on matters involving layered title, environmental considerations, and multi-jurisdictional approvals.

The group advises across sectors central to Oregon’s economy, including agribusiness, renewable energy, data centers and advanced manufacturing, timber and forest products, affordable housing, and mixed-use redevelopment. Its integrated platform enables it to manage large-scale, multi-phase projects involving significant technical and regulatory complexity.

The practice continues to lead on technology-driven development, large-scale energy projects, affordable housing, and retail redevelopment, and is widely regarded as a go-to advisor for transformative projects requiring strategic insight and consistent execution at scale.

Clients (18)

  • Specht Development, Inc.
  • Farmland Reserve, Inc.
  • Threemile Canyon Farms LLC
  • Port of Portland
  • Chrisman Development
  • ScanlanKemperBard
  • Intel Corporation
  • Walla Walla Land Company, LLC
  • Scout Clean Energy
  • Curbline Properties Corp.
  • J.P. Morgan Asset Management
  • Holman Automotive Group
  • FPA Multifamily, LLC
  • The Holt Group, Inc.
  • Alliance Realty Partners, LLC
  • Home Forward
  • Killian Pacific LLC
  • Pacific Realty Associates, LP

Industries (10)

  • Real Estate
  • Energy
  • Natural Resources
  • Agribusiness
  • Construction
  • Healthcare
  • Life Sciences & Technology
  • Manufacturing
  • Consumer Products
  • Transportation/Ports/Infrastructure

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Oregon

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Stoel Rives' prominent practice in Oregon acts on an impressive range of commercial real estate deals. The firm represents regional and national clients active in the manufacturing and agribusiness sectors, among others. It is further recognized for its proficiency in renewable energy projects. It is regularly engaged to advise on permitting, construction and acquisitions for existing real estate and development projects. The firm is also noted for its skill in land use and zoning matters, allowing it to act on behalf of both public and private sector clients in connection with all aspects of large scale projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Stoel Rives advised the Port of Portland in a land use and environmental permitting matter related to the maintenance of the Lower Columbia River federal navigation channel.

Strengths

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  • The flexibility of the team across practice areas is a key strength. Stoel Rives has attorneys who specialize in each phase of the real estate process, allowing them to cover the full spectrum of real estate needs.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Stoel Rives offers practical, business-minded legal advice. The firm is proactive and their review and analysis is thorough, leading to a strong case strategy.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Stoel Rives does a fantastic job of being responsive, fast and providing clear, understandable work products.

    Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Stoel Rives is incredibly responsive and great at anticipating the needs of our transaction teams.

    Real Estate respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Andrew Solomon
    Band 1Andrew Solomon

    Andrew Solomon

    Andrew Solomon has significant experience in a broad range of real estate matters, including mixed-use development work, as well as the licensing, disposition and acquisition of real estate assets.
    • Andrew Solomon is an excellent attorney. He is very strong in the negotiation process.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 1Christopher Criglow
    Band 1Christopher Criglow

    Christopher Criglow

    Christopher Criglow's noteworthy real estate and commercial expertise has a special focus on the agribusiness and timberland sectors.
    • Christopher is a trusted adviser who balances quality and pragmatism effectively.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Christopher Criglow is the top attorney for rural and agricultural real estate in Oregon.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Chris Criglow is best in class.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 1Dana Krawczuk
    Band 1Dana Krawczuk

    Dana Krawczuk

    Dana Krawczuk is highly rated for her adeptness in land use and zoning matters, with strong proficiency in development agreements and entitlement matters.
    • Dana is among the best lawyers I have worked with. She is on top of the details, develops great relationships with stakeholders and is always available to strategize.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Dana does an outstanding job navigating a difficult political landscape and restrictive development code. We secured our approval on schedule and at a favorable cost.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 2Sarah Stauffer Curtiss
    Band 2Sarah Stauffer Curtiss

    Sarah Stauffer Curtiss

    Sarah Stauffer Curtiss is well regarded in a variety of zoning and land use issues, including in the mining and energy sectors.
    • Sarah Curtiss is extremely practical, solution-oriented and focused on achieving business goals.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Sarah's analysis is exactly the correct amount of thorough and thoughtful without being overwhelming.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Sarah Curtiss is exceptional to work with. She has tremendous attention to detail, is calm under pressure and a great communicator.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Sarah Curtis is super thorough and knowledgeable but also efficient with her time.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Sarah Curtiss is incredibly responsive, thoughtful and detailed. She is also a kind person.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
  • Band 4Steven Moore
    Band 4Steven Moore

    Steven Moore

    Steven Moore has a broad practice that involves assisting clients on acquisitions, financings and leasing issues.
    • Steven Moore is very service-oriented, going out of his way to find opportunities to save me time as a client.

      Real Estate respondentUSA
    • Steven is knowledgeable about my business and a genuine pleasure to work with.

      Real Estate respondentUSA

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