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Gülgün Uğur is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Public Finance Law. Gülgün practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Gülgün Uğur since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gülgün Uğur is held by other lawyers.

Jason M. Ayres is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Litigation - Banking and Finance and Litigation - Bankruptcy. Jason M. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Jason M. Ayres since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in whi...

Alletta S. Brenner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Alletta S. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Alletta S. Brenner since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Alletta S. Brenner is held by other lawyers.

Timothy B. Hering is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Timothy B. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Timothy B. Hering since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Timothy B. Hering is held by other lawyers.

Shane Swilley’s law practice focuses on employment, and business and commercial litigation. Additionally, he provides advice and counsel to clients on complying with employment laws and has specific expertise representing businesses in defending against consumer protection claims. Shane's accomplishments include: Obtained jury verdict for employer on claims of sexual harassment, gender discrimination, and retaliation seeking $4.5 million in damages. Successfully defended an employer aga...

David Connell is a Shareholder in Buchalter’s Portland office and a member of the Firm’s Corporate Practice Group. Mr. Connell has extensive experience in the emerging growth, technology, nonprofit and social enterprise, energy, and healthcare sectors and often serves as general counsel to business and nonprofit enterprises. He began his career as a tax attorney with an international accounting firm, and brings his tax and finance experience to the table when advising clients.

Rich Meneghello is a partner in the firm's Portland office. He is passionate about assisting employers with their labor and employment problems in a wide variety of areas. Rich has focused much of his practice on defending and advising employers on disability discrimination issues. He has maintained this focus since 1999, when he was the lead associate attorney before the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Albertsons v. Kirkingburg, a unanimous decision interpreting the Americans with Disabili...

Jeff Hunter, a partner, focuses his practice on environmental and natural resources law, real estate and land use and environmental litigation, including white collar criminal matters. Jeff's practice includes environmental permitting and compliance, enforcement defense and civil and criminal litigation under various environmental statutes and regulations including CERCLA, hazardous waste, solid waste, water quality, water resources, air quality, regulated storage tanks, OSHA, and fertilizer ...

Sarah I. Hale is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Sarah I. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah I. Hale since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Sarah I. Hale is held by other lawyers.

Yoona Park strives to embody the spirit of ”nunchi” (눈치), a Korean concept that recognizes the importance of reading the moods, tone, and goals of individuals within a group, and adjusting one’s actions to meet those group dynamics. Yoona is motivated by this interpersonal aspect of her collaborative efforts in the legal profession—including those with co-counsel, Keller Rohrback colleagues, and clients. Her leadership ability and passion for both teamwork and advocacy...