Practice Areas

Energy

Our attorneys have represented clients in the energy industry for decades, and we work continuously to ensure that our clients meet all regulatory requirements for their industries.  We work frequently with regulators, staff and industry stake-holders, and our attorneys have been recognized as energy law leaders:  Katherine McDowell has been included in the Best Lawyers in America in public utility law for many years and both Katherine McDowell and Lisa Rackner have been named Oregon Super Lawyers in energy and natural resources law, by their peers.

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Telecommunications

Telecommunications regulation changes at light speed and we work to ensure that our industry clients' interests are protected.  We represent a variety of telecommunications companies, including competitive and incumbent local exchange carriers, interexchange carriers, wireless and VoIP providers, developers and equipment manufacturers. Lisa Rackner, our lead telecommunications attorney, has been named one of the Best Lawyers in America in Communications.

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Employment

Modern businesses are charged with complying with a myriad of state, federal and municipal laws governing every aspect of the employment relationship, from hiring to firing.  We provide our clients—from small start-ups to large corporations—with day-to-day advice, contract negotiation, dispute resolution and training to make this job a little easier.

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