STOEL RIVES, LLP
Originally established in Portland, Oregon over one hundred years ago, Stoel Rives, LLP has a distinguished history that meshes with the development of the Amer...
Stoel Rives LLP
Main Office: 900 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 2600 | Portland | OR | 97204
Phone: 503-224-3380 | Fax: 503-220-2480
Year of establishment
1907
Number of partners
168
Number of offices
10
Partner to associate ratio
1.40
Biggest office
Portland
Percentage of women attorneys
33.30
Number of attorneys
324
Percentage of minority attorneys
12.10
Number of associates
122
Percentage of LGBT attorneys
5.60
Stoel Rives LLP Reviews
view allReviewed on May 19, 2024
Advice to law firm management:
If you are not a motivated self-starter, this may not be the best fit for you. The atmosphere is very casual and relaxed, and partners DO NOT demand you work late nights or weekends (of course there are occasional exceptions). As a result, if you are not motivated and a self-starter, you may have a tough time hitting your hours. On the other hand, if you actively seek work and have the motivation, the firm will give you as many hours as your heart desires.
Pros:
This firm brings in excellent clients who are great to work with. The partners are always willing to take the time to help you learn and grow, and they provide plenty of opportunities to do so. Low pressure atmosphere, excellent culture (associates are truly happy here), great reputation, and overall a fantastic place to work. It doesn't get any better in the pacific northwest!
Cons:
Health insurance for employees is excellent, but benefits for families are not very good. Depending on your situation, it may be cheaper to find a health plan on the open market for your family. Pay is near the top of the market, but there are firms who will pay more--in the end, its worth a little less pay for the work-life balance this firm offers!
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Current or former employee?:
Current Employee
Job type:
Full time
Length of Employment:
10+ years
Reviewed on May 19, 2024
Advice to law firm management:
Hire a more diverse group of employees. Sometimes it seems to be just the "good old boys" network. I also think that a law firm of this caliber should have better coffee,
Pros:
I have been with Stoel Rives for 5 years now. I find that it is a great place to work. The benefits are above average and the offices are beautiful. I find that most of the staff is very supportive,
Cons:
A couple of the attorneys at Stoel Rives are elitist and feel that they are better than anyone else. One in particular always requests that I do personal errands such as pick up their laundry.
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Current Employee
Length of Employment:
10+ years
Overview
Discover a Law Firm with a Proven Track Record: Stoel Rives LLP Are you an attorney looking for a firm that offers you the opportunity to make a difference for clients? Stoel Rives LLP may be the perfect fit for you. Established in 1907, Stoel Rives LLP has grown to become one of the most respected law firms in the United States. With 11 offices in seven states and the District of Columbia, the firm provides a full suite of transactional and litigation solutions for U.S. and international clients. Stoel Rives' attorneys represent businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. The firm is a leader in corporate, energy, environmental, intellectual property, labor and employment, land use and construction, litigation, natural resources, real estate, renewable energy and technology law. The firm has achieved numerous prestigious national rankings, including 31 national tier rankings in the 2015 U.S. News – Best Lawyers® ''Best Law Firms'' survey and 90 lawyers ranked among the best in their region in the 2015 Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business® guide. At Stoel Rives LLP, you will be part of a professional team of attorneys who are passionate about the law. The firm provides a collaborative environment that allows attorneys to develop and hone their skills, while providing the best possible legal representation to clients. Stoel Rives LLP is committed to the Bay Area community and frequently participates in pro bono projects and charitable activities. The firm also provides attorneys with a competitive compensation package, including competitive salary, benefits, and other perks. If you are looking for a law firm that is committed to providing excellent legal services and offers a collaborative and supportive work environment, then Stoel Rives LLP is the place for you. With its proven track record and commitment to the community, Stoel Rives LLP is the perfect law firm for attorneys looking to make a difference.
Practice Areas
Stoel Rives LLP practices law in the following areas and works with its clients to provide the best possible legal solutions.
- Corporate
- Bankruptcy & Creditor'S Rights
- Business Finance And Insolvency
- Construction And Design
- Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
- Franchising
- Insurance Coverage
- International Business
- Litigation
- Mergers And Acquisitions
- Municipal Law And Finance
- Native American Business
- Project Finance
- Publicly Held Companies
- Securities Litigation
- Workout And Restructuring Services
- Energy Development
- Advanced Biofuels
- Bioenergy
- Energy Services
- Energy Transmission Services
- Geothermal Energy
- Hydroelectric Projects
- Independent Power
- Ocean Tidal & In Stream Hydrokinetics
- Oil & Gas
- Solar Energy
- Thermal Energy
- Wind Energy
- Environment Land Use And Natural Resources
- Air Quality
- Arctic Law
- Contaminated Lands
- Endangered Species Act
- Environmental & Natural Resources
- Environmental Insurance
- Environmental Litigation
- Land Use
- Mining
- Water Quality
- Water Rights
- Wetlands And Waterways
- Labor And Employment
- Employment Law And Labor Relations
- Occupational Safety And Health
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Antitrust And Trade Regulation
- Appellate Law
- Class Actions
- Ethics And Professional Responsibility
- Food Labeling And Regulatory Compliance
- Food Liability Law
- Patent Litigation Services
- Products Liability And Toxic Torts
- Proposition 65
- White Collar Criminal Law
- Real Estate And Construction
- Affordable Housing
- Condominium And Common Interest Community Development Law
- Eminent Domain And Valuation
- Real Estate Law
- Technology And Intellectual Property
- Copyrights
- Intellectual Property
- Patents
- Technology
- Technology Ventures Group
- Trademarks
- Benefits Tax And Private Client
- Employee Benefits
- Estate And Trust Administration & Fiduciary Litigation
- Estate Planning
- Exempt Organizations
- Private Businesses
- Property Tax
- Taxation
- International Trade
Hiring Criteria
Stoel Rives LLP follows the set of hiring criteria outlined below.
We seek highly motivated individuals with excellent academics, law review, work experience, student activities, leadership ability and commitment to the community, intellectual curiosity and professionalism.
Pro bono
Worried that as a slave to the billable hour you'll lose the chance to help those in need? Don't worry. At Stoel Rives, your contribution extends beyond the clients you serve to the role you play in shaping your local community. Our lawyers support organizations that provide legal assistance to less advantaged people, and offer pro bono legal services throughout our communities. We also play a role as a firm and through our lawyers in helping to enhance the livability of our communities by encouraging lawyers to assume roles of leadership as directors or trustees for nonprofits that promote freedom and equality; health and welfare; children and education; access to housing, arts and culture; economic development; and other worthwhile causes. Our guiding philosophy in our promotion of pro bono and community involvement is that charity and civic work are performed most effectively and passionately when they coincide with an individual's interests. As a consequence, involvement in our communities is as varied and diverse as the people who work here. What's your community passion?
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Stoel Rives LLP Awards and Recognitions Write a review
Amy Edwards Honored with Judge Learned Hand Community Achievement Award
Women in Law Empowerment Forum Awards Stoel Rives with Gold Standard Certification for the Fourth Consecutive Year
Joan Snyder Receives 2014 Global Women in Law Award
Maren Norton Receives Washington Association of School Administrators Regional Community Leadership Award
Chris Hermann Receives Metropolitan Family Service 2014 Thomas Stoel Award
Geoffrey Revelle to Receive Outstanding Lawyer Award from the King County Bar Association
Winners Announced in the 12th Annual Utah Innovation Awards
Vanessa Soriano Power Receives Outstanding Contribution to Women in the Law Award
James Dale and Christopher Heuer of Stoel Rives Receive ILO 2014 Client Choice Award
Employment Lawyer James Dale Receives 2014 Client Choice Award
Finalists Announced in 12th Annual Utah Innovation Awards
Emily Karr Honored with Creative Business Volunteer Award
Stoel Rives Wins 2013 First Place Award From Legal Marketing Association
Stoel Rives Receives Fit-Friendly Worksite Award
Henry Hewitt to Receive 2012 Judge Learned Hand Lifetime Achievement Award
Stoel Rives Boise Office Wins District Award for Pro Bono Work
Tony Miles Honored with Connoisseur of the Arts Award
Thomas Wood Honored with NWEC Environmental Leadership Award
C.J. Voss Accepts Service Award for Stoel Rives LLP
Stoel Rives Attorney J. Walter Sinclair Presented with Liberty Bell Award
Stoel Rives Partner Awarded Highest Pro Bono Hours in State
Summer associate program
We have the program for you. Our summer program represents an important part of our hiring process, so expect to be immersed in our culture and in the reality of law practice at Stoel Rives. We expect summer associates to perform excellent work, and to experience the reality of associate life at Stoel Rives. The work is real, relevant, and challenging, and will allow you to work alongside some of the best lawyers in their fields. Summer associates receive work assignments drawn from ongoing legal matters in which our lawyers and clients are actively involved. We also make every effort to see that you are invited to meetings, hearings, closings, depositions, trials, in-house CLEs and training programs. Your summer will be filled with challenging legal work, plus social and professional opportunities to interact with our attorneys. After a summer in one of our offices you will have a true sense of what life is like for Stoel Rives associates.
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