Elizabeth B. Kinsman

A partner with Ball Janik LLP, Chris Walters has practiced at the firm for over 25 years. His areas of practice include real estate, construction, finance, sales and leasing, venture formation and representation, public contracting, and all aspects of project funding, development and management. He has assisted developers, investors, landlords, tenants, lenders, corporations, public agencies, contractors, design professionals, health organizations, resort and hospitality providers, and religi...

John Thomas is a partner in the firm's Business practice. He counsels clients in the areas of public offerings, mergers and acquisitions, private placements, restructurings and spinoffs, securities compliance and corporate governance.

Donna L. Lee is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Ethics and Professional Responsibility Law, Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Donna L. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Donna L. Lee since 2024. 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 Donna L. Lee is held by other lawyers.

Dean T. Sandow is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Trusts and Estates. Dean T. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Dean T. Sandow since 2018. 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 Dean T. Sandow is held by other lawyers.

With more than 30 years of experience working on commercial finance, real estate and creditors’ rights matters, Susan Alterman focuses her practice on commercial banking and complex real estate transactions. She assists a variety of financial institutions and real estate investors in structuring real estate and asset-based credit facilities, including loan documentation, underwriting considerations, and regulatory matters. Susan regularly represents banks and other financial institution...

Alan Galloway is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Communications Law. Alan practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Alan Galloway 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 Alan Galloway is held by other lawyers.

Jen Wagner is a litigation attorney who practices in the areas of complex business, employment, securities, and class action litigation. Jen represents clients in state and federal court and in private arbitrations. Jen was recognized by Oregon Super Lawyers and is also listed in Best Lawyers for commercial litigation. Outside of work, Jen enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading and hiking.

Román Hernández is a partner in the Portland office of K&L Gates and is a member of the labor, employment and workplace safety practice group. He has particular experience in the defense of employers against claims filed by former, current, and prospective employees for allegations of discrimination, harassment, constructive discharge, wrongful discharge, and for alleged wage and hour violations in both state and federal courts, including class action litigation. He provides...

Kevin Mapes is a commercial litigator with more than 25 years of experience in state and federal courts in Oregon, Washington, and California. He represents plaintiffs and defendants in a wide variety of business disputes involving commercial lending, partnership disputes, general contract matters, construction disputes, and a wide variety of commercial real estate disputes. Mr. Mapes is also an experienced environmental litigator, and has represented clients in matters involving the federal ...

Robert B. Lowry is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Environmental Law. Robert B. practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Robert B. Lowry 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 Robert B. Lowry is held by other lawyers.