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Paul C. Buchanan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals, Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. Paul C., who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2007. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Keith has tried personal injury cases to verdict in state and federal courts and has been recognized by his former clients and fellow Oregon lawyers for his record of providing ethical and effective representation. Keith is rated among the Top 50 lawyers in Oregon by peer review in Super Lawyers, has been elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates, and is listed in Best Lawyers in America. Keith is rated “10.0 Superb” by the independent rating service Avvo.com and is rated &...
John’s practice is almost exclusively in the context of business and commercial disputes, with a particular emphasis on litigating limited liability company, shareholder, and partnership disputes, state and federal securities claims, construction contract and lien enforcement actions, and probate and trust matters in Oregon and Washington. He has tried dozens of cases to verdict and litigated hundreds of cases through arbitration, summary determination, or other successful adjudication.
Dean T. Sandow is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Trusts and Estates. Dean T., who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dean T. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
David J. Elkanich is the Managing Shareholder of Buchalter’s Portland office. He is also a member of the Firm’s Litigation Practice Group, and Chair of the Firm’s Professional Responsibility Group. Mr. Elkanich focuses his practice primarily on legal ethics, risk management, and discipline defense. He advises lawyers, law firms, in-house legal departments, as well as students and other professionals, on a variety of ethics issues, including conflicts of interest, confidentia...
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...
Jeffrey S. Perry is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law and Tax Law. Jeffrey S., who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jeffrey S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Leah C. Lively exclusively defends employers from claims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful discharge, and wage and hour violations. Leah represents and advises employers of every size, including Fortune 100 companies, non-profit organizations, and locally owned businesses. Leah appreciates that a client’s needs must be assessed and responded to on an individual basis to ensure efficient and effective representation. Leah is an experienced trial attorney having tried m...
Eric Kekel is a partner at Dunn Carney who leads the Insurance Defense Team. His practice focuses on construction law, commercial litigation, catastrophic personal injury defense, insurance defense and insurance coverage. Eric handles an array of litigated matters, including construction claims, business and contract disputes, products liability, and a variety of personal injury defense. Eric has special expertise in defending construction defect and design claims, many involving complex desi...
Charley joined the firm in 1985. His practice focuses on representation of closely held businesses in a wide variety of business transactions, including significant work in real estate ownership, development and construction. Specialized areas include business start-up, shareholder and employment agreements and representing clients in the sale or transition of their businesses. In addition to his transaction work, he represents clients in complex business litigation.
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.
Clarence Belnavis is a partner in the Portland and Seattle offices. He is a trial attorney with a primary emphasis in employment litigation, including disability, racial and gender discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, and wrongful discharge. He also represents employers in wage and hour claims, employment class actions, and traditional labor matters. Clarence also has significant experience counseling clients with respect to labor and employment matters, including disability and re...
Angela Ferrer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Individuals and Employment Law - Management. Angela, who practices law in Portland, Oregon, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Angela is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.