Labor & Employment - Oregon
What the team is known for
Lane Powell has a noted labor and employment team handling a wide range of issues, with a particular strength in wage-and-hour disputes. The department offers experience in discrimination, trade secret, non-compete, and breach of employment contract disputes. Alongside this, the team assists clients in dealing with investigations, as well as offering expertise on day-to-day matters. The firm regularly represents clients in retail, banking, hospitality, and research across the public and private sector.
Strengths
"Lane Powell's team is very knowledge and provides excellent advice within the realm of employment and business matters."
"The team brings a depth of experience and well-developed analytical and critical thinking to their work."
Notable practitioners
Doug Parker is highlighted for his expert representation of both public and private employers in negotiating collective bargaining agreements and litigating employment-related matters before agencies. "Doug is a solid attorney that has a strong understanding of employment issues."
David Hosenpud focuses his practice on contentious employment matters, including class actions. Other examples include resulting from issues such as workplace discrimination, retaliation, trade secrets, and wrongful discharge claims.
Paul Ostroff assists clients in all aspects of employment law, including collective bargaining, discrimination claims and wage-and-hour issues.
Christine Thelen has a burgeoning practice in the space. She is well equipped to help clients with labor and employment matters, with unique expertise assisting on disciplinary actions, harassment and retaliation claims, as well as employee agreements. "Christine is an excellent attorney. She is deeply knowledgeable, communicates clearly and effectively and brings a high level of professionalism."
