Labor & Employment: Oregon

This newly established employment law boutique is made up of seven attorneys, two of whom were formerly partners at Stoel Rives. It differs significantly from other employment firms as it acts on behalf of businesses and individuals on both sides of employment disputes. This unusual business model appears to be working and impressing clients throughout the market: "The versatility of this firm is fantastic, and its overall accessibility and breadth of knowledge are outstanding." The team's client care skills are also commended, as are its high-caliber lawyers, including the vastly experienced Paul Buchanan.  "Not only does Paul have a good command of the law, but he looks for practical solutions to legal issues and is able to communicate the message in layman's terms," report sources. Clients also highly value Buchanan's strong negotiating and mediating skills: "I have always been glad that he was on our side and not on the opposition's." Courtney Angeli is a clever strategist and a highly personable lawyer who "takes the time to get to know our business and so is able to speak our language and understands our employees and environment," according to clients. Dan Grinfas is renowned for his encyclopedic knowledge of the law and is particularly strong advising on family medical leave issues and wage and hour matters. "Intelligent litigator" Andrew Altschul also comes highly recommended for assisting clients with employment disputes and counseling.