Elizabeth E. Howard

Lorne O. Dauenhauer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Lorne O., who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2011. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lorne O. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Renée Rothauge is a dynamic trial lawyer clients turn to when they are faced with high-stakes, complex business disputes. With nearly 30 years of trial experience and solid reputation for tenacious client representation in and out of the courtroom, she has earned her place among an elite group of renowned litigators. Chambers USA’s Guide to Lawyers and Law Firms calls her “brilliant.” One of her clients described Renée as “very intelligent, very articulat...

Edmund Clay Goodman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Native American Law. Edmund Clay, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Edmund Clay is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Marisa Meltebeke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Nonprofit / Charities Law and Tax Law. Marisa, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Marisa is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Susan Beckert Bock is a partner of Stoel Rives who counsels clients from the firm’s Portland and Boise offices in the administration of estates and trusts, as well as estate, corporate, tax and financial planning. Susan’s practice includes advising clients in the areas of income, estate, and gift taxes, counseling trustees and beneficiaries, charitable planning, international estate planning and trust administration, and working with families and closely held businesses to achieve...

As an eighth-grader, Mike McClory told his slightly skeptical teacher that he planned to attend the University of Notre Dame and that he would eventually be a lawyer. Mike did both. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1986 (B.A. in English) and from Notre Dame Law School in 1989. Mike began his legal career in California. Working with several national firms, he gained valuable experience in the areas of employment litigation, employer counseling, and affirmative action/OFCCP com...

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...

Kaley L. Fendall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Kaley L., who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kaley L. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Everett Jack (EJ) focuses his practice on litigation, including complex corporate and commercial litigation, officer and director defense, employment, and insurance coverage. EJ works out of the New York and Portland offices of the firm. He has served as the vice-chair of the Litigation department and spent six years on the firm’s Executive Committee. He also previously served as the chair of the firm’s Compensation Committee. EJ’s diverse trial practice includes a wide rang...

PRACTICE EMPHASIS & DESCRIPTION Janet Schroer is a partner at Portland, Oregon-based Hart Wagner LLP. Her practice emphasizes civil litigation, including tort, contract, medical and professional malpractice, business and constitutional law, in both the trial and appellate courts, as well as professional licensing matters. Janet frequently serves the firm’s clients in the Oregon Court of Appeals, Oregon Supreme Court, and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. She also represents her client...