Ranked first in Oregon for commercial litigation in the prestigious Chambers USA Guide.

We're Trial Lawyers.

Markowitz Herbold is a litigation law firm that tries high-stakes business disputes for individuals, companies and state, local and regional governments, to juries, judges and arbitrators. We are known by our peers for resolving complicated and challenging cases.

The firm is based in Portland, Oregon, and our lawyers practice before state and federal trial courts in the Northwest and across the country.

We’ve earned our reputation as an “outstanding boutique firm” by delivering results: Multi-million dollar jury verdicts, successful settlements of “unresolvable” cases, and fierce defenses of difficult claims. Our courtroom savvy is widely known. Clients and even other lawyers often hire us, sometimes on the eve of trial, to take over as lead counsel or provide strategic advice.

We Have an Outstanding Reputation.

We have built a stellar reputation, and it all comes down to one simple reason – our people. Our lawyers and staff are renowned for their exceptional litigation skills, unwavering commitment to excellence, and dedicated client service. This is why our clients describe us as "singularly amazing."

Markowitz Herbold stands out as one of only four firms in Oregon to achieve a prestigious Band 1 ranking by Chambers USA. Additionally, we are recognized as a Tier One firm by U.S. News & World Report. We proudly hold the 6th position on Oregon Business magazine's list of Best Companies to Work for in the medium companies category and have been honored on the Portland Business Journal's Most Admired Companies list.

We're a Litigation Powerhouse.

Due to our size and structure, we have all the capabilities and resources of litigation departments in large law firms. At the same time, we're nimble and flexible. In particular, we look for creative and often lower-cost ways for clients to resolve legal conflicts.

We represent plaintiffs as well as defendants in business disputes. Experience on both sides helps us better anticipate and counter our opponents' strategies.

Since our founding in 1983, we have grown into a formidable, cohesive litigation team. We cover all the bases in business litigation. Our trial and advocacy skills are second to none. Experienced specialists handle research and writing, and it shows in the strength of our arguments and the quality of our briefs.

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