Robert M. O'Connor

Erin Riley knows that strong relationships are the key to complex cases.As a partner in Keller Rohrback’s Complex Litigation Group, Erin has allowed these collaborative and long-lasting relationships to inform her work for over 20 years. Since 2001, Erin’s practice has focused on representing employees and retirees in Employee Retirement Income Security Act (“ERISA”) actions involving defined contribution, defined benefit, and health benefit plans. Erin has worked on n...

Laura R. Gerber is a strong advocate for her clients. From her early years in a whistleblower protection organization, to her current practice litigating against some of America’s largest corporations, Laura has built her career as a trusted advocate for plaintiffs. Laura represents her clients with skill, tact and diplomacy. As a result, Laura’s clients trust her to listen carefully, keep them informed, provide excellent legal advice, and to diligently pursue their interests in l...

Bob Giles is the firm’s managing partner. Bob manages more than 900 attorneys in 19 different offices. He chairs the Management Committee, serves on the Executive Committee, and is involved with numerous other committees within the firm. Bob began at Perkins Coie in 1974. He focused his practice in the areas of partnerships, tax planning, real estate syndications and general corporate practice until 1986, when he became the firm’s managing partner.

Real estate, business, and tax matters for individuals and privately-held companies; general and specialty dental practice transitions as well as associate agreements.

Stewart Landefeld, partner and Chair of the firm's Business practice, has 30 years of experience counseling companies and boards in the areas of corporate governance, securities compliance, mergers and acquisitions, public offerings, private equity investments and venture capital. Stewart has provided corporate governance and other general corporate counsel to dozens of leading companies, including Microsoft Corporation, Costco Wholesale Corporation, T-Mobile, PetSmart Inc., Orbitz (Audit Com...

Julia C. Hunter is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Immigration Law. Julia C. practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Julia C. Hunter 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 Julia C. Hunter is held by other lawyers.

Jeremy Yates is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Jeremy practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Jeremy Yates 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 Jeremy Yates is held by other lawyers.

Christopher L. Otorowski is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. Christopher L. practices law in Bainbridge Island, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher L. Otorowski since 2020. 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 Christopher L. Otorowski is held by other lawyers.

Mark Wilner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Mark practices law in Seattle, Washington Best Lawyers has recognized Mark Wilner 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 Mark Wilner is held by other lawy...

Scott Henderson is a business attorney whose clients include dentists, veterinarians and other health care professionals. He provides advice in such areas as practice transitions, partnerships, real estate and employment matters. Mr. Henderson’s representation includes the drafting of purchase and sale agreements, employment agreements, options to purchase, leases and similar documents. He also organizes professional practices into partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies...