STOLL BERNE has received top rankings and is listed among Oregon's best law firms by the prestigious Chambers USA, an independent researcher of the legal profession.  Individual recognition was given to  each of Gary Berne, Keith Ketterling, Rob Shlachter and Robert Stoll for their work in commercial litigation, and to David Lokting for real estate law. 

Chambers writes that Stoll Berne "takes on a lot of IP work and handles more securities cases than any other firm in the Northwest."  The firm has "high level partner access," "client loyalty" and "high profile caseloads."  Gary Berne is noted as being a "first class business litigator" and Rob Shlachter as an "IP expert."  In addition Keith Ketterling has "widely attested" securities expertise and "takes the time to get to know his clients' business," while Robert Stoll is "highly experienced" with a "fine reputation."  David Lokting is described as "an outstanding lawyer" who can "handle any real estate issue."

Chambers USA lists Stoll Berne in Band 1 as being a top firm in Oregon for General Commercial Litigation. 

Chambers recognition comes from in-depth, unbiased research conducted by a team of highly qualified and experienced researchers who speak to a vast range of in-house counsel, corporate executives and leading attorneys.  All interviews are conducted purely for research purposes and are entirely confidential. Rankings and editorial comment are independent and objective, and based solely on the research team's findings.