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Alex Wheatley is a partner in Fisher Phillipsʼ Portland and Seattle offices and co-chair of the firm’s Public Sector Practice Group. Alexʼs practice focuses on employment litigation, labor management relations, and counseling employers on Oregon and Washington employment and labor issues. He has substantial experience working with employers of all sizes in creating and implementing policies and practices, providing counsel with respect to discipline and termination decisions, and defend...

Gregory Reinert is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Gregory practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory Reinert 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 Gregory Reinert is held by other lawyers.

Blake Robinson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction Law. Blake practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Blake Robinson since 2026. 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 Blake Robinson is held by other lawyers.

Ty Wyman is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Land Use and Zoning Law. Ty practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Ty Wyman 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 Ty Wyman is held by other lawyers.

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...

Brent Berselli is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Trusts and Estates. Brent practices law in Portland, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Brent Berselli 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 Brent Berselli is held by other lawyers.

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.

Andy is the Chair of the firm’s construction practice group and a former managing partner of the firm. His practice focuses on providing advice and counsel to contractors, developers, architects, and engineers, litigating construction defect disputes, and construction related professional negligence claims. He also has significant experience in defending personal injury, products liability, environmental, and premises liability litigation.

Kevin Sali represents individuals and business entities in criminal, civil, and regulatory matters. In a wide variety of cases—including high-stakes major felony trials, complex white collar cases, and large-scale environmental actions—Mr. Sali has secured a series of outstanding results for his clients. With a diverse professional and educational background, he is well-suited to carry out the broad spectrum of tasks needed by clients facing challenging legal circumstances. Mr. Sa...

Edward Piper is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Trade Secrets Law. Edward practices law in Lake Oswego, Oregon Best Lawyers has recognized Edward Piper since 2023. 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 Edward Piper is held by other lawyers.