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Since 1987, Zbinden & Curtis has been 100% dedicated to handling personal injury and wrongful death cases. We have helped thousands of injury victims and their families who have suffered injuries due to the negligence of others. For over 35 years, we have been committed to holding responsible parties accountable when serious personal injuries result from motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, animal attacks, construction accidents, or when wrongful deaths occur.. We are skilled at protecting and advancing our clients’ interests as we help them stand up to negligent parties, insurance companies and other challenging opponents. We will investigate all options and help our clients maximize their financial recoveries and recommend the best possible solution. The impacts of a serious injury due to an accident or negligence can be devastating, especially if it could have been prevented if someone had simply been more careful, attentive, or sober. At Zbinden & Curtis, we know that no award can make up for injuries sustained or even worse, loss of life. However, we do know that financial recoveries from all available resources will help cover medical bills, loss of income, living expenses and more. That is why we are dedicated to helping survivors of a personal injury or loss of a loved one while working relentlessly to bring their case to the best possible resolution. We will secure the justice you deserve.. As highly respected and recognized personal injury attorneys, we will treat you with the care and compassion you need during this difficult time while working tirelessly to secure the compensation you need to support your recovery and rebuild your life. For your convenience, we have offices located in Portland and Woodburn, Oregon, and we service clients in Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington and Marion counties.. We consistently deliver exceptional results. Schedule your free injury case evaluation today.

Simon is a trial lawyer specializing in criminal defense. He started his career as a prosecutor at the storied Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and honed his skills at Multnomah County D.A.’s and Oregon Division of Financial Regulation. As an Assistant Attorney General in Oregon Department of Justice, Simon protected consumers facing financial fraud and argued cases in appellate courts.. As a professor of trial advocacy at Lewis and Clark Law School, Simon teaches future prosecutors and defense lawyers how to be exemplary advocates and exceptional storytellers who connect with judges and juries. He also teaches at Oregon State Bar’s Trial Advocacy College and has presented at a multitude of professional education courses in Oregon and nationally.. Simon’s years as a public defender fostered his passion for helping people through difficult situations. He advocates for clients facing charges of DUII, drug and property crimes, sex abuse and domestic violence, assaults and attempted murders, Ballot Measure 11 and Jessica’s Law cases. He understands clients’ concerns and needs, guiding them through a confusing and scary process. Simon is driven by justice, passionate in fighting for people and providing the highest level of legal representation.

Sheldon Aronson has represented hundreds of people injured through no fault of their own. He and his staff are committed to guiding clients through the complexities of resolving their claims, providing each client with personal attention and support through resolution of their claims, and strong principled representation in litigation if the claim cannot be settled and trial is necessary. Sheldon's goal is to achieve the best result and overall experience for every client he represents.. If you or someone you know has been in a motor vehicle crash or otherwise injured and it is someone else's fault Sheldon at for a free, no-obligation consultation. He is open and willing to talk and to try to help you. Even if you do not hire him or he does not take your case, he will advise and provide you with guidance about your situation.. To read reviews of Sheldon’s work, please see his Google page at https://g.co/kgs/qGb9KQ.

Shangar’s desire to fight for individuals was forged in childhood when her Kurdish family fled government repression and persecution in Iraq and immigrated to America when she was 11. She later returned to Iraq to work for the International Rescue Committee, helping refugees find homes and reconnect with their families.. During college, Shangar helped U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley fight for individuals in Oregon and nationally. Her background, experience, and work ethic led her to the honor of delivering the commencement address for her graduating class at Portland State University.. She brings this same commitment and dedication to the practice of law.. In addition to Kurdistan and Oregon, Shangar has lived in France, Hungary, and Cyprus. Shangar’s time away from the practice of law is dominated by her family and cooking tasty Middle Eastern cuisine.

Shane’s experience and practice touches nearly all aspects of transactional real estate, including acquisitions and dispositions, construction, development, financing, leasing, property management, and environmental liability and remediation. He represents various clients in their roles as owners, developers, purchasers, sellers, investors, landlords, tenants, property managers, architects, contractors, lenders, and borrowers. He regularly advises and counsels clients on the potential risks, exposure, and benefits of commercial real estate transactions.. Shane was named a Southern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers in 2016 and was also accepted into NAIOP SoCal’s Young Professionals Group for the Class of 2016-17.. Shane is active in the community and serves as the Chair of the Associate Board for Shelter Partnership, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to alleviating, preventing, and ending homelessness in Los Angeles County. Additionally, he previously served as a Commissioner for the City of Long Beach Human Relations Commission.

Seth Russell grew up in Falmouth, Maine, and graduated from Champlain College in Burlington, Vermont with a Bachelor of Science Degree Legal Studies. In May of 2017, Seth graduated from New York Law School where he concentrated on Corporate Law, Derivatives, Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate Practice, and Securities and Regulations.. While in law school, Seth was employed at the law firms of Berlandi, Nussbaum & Reitzas, LLP in White Plains, New York and Liakas Law, P.C. in New York, New York. He has served as a Judicial Intern to the Honorable David Kennedy of the Maine District Court and in college worked for the Conservation Law Foundation, where he examined the possible effects of the Keystone Pipeline on local Maine economies and environments.. After Law School, Seth decided that he wanted his practice to have a real impact on the world around him and turned his attention to the legalization of marijuana, believing that marijuana significant economic and medical benifits that could help support the people of Maine. Now, Seth concentrates the majority of his practice helping his clients navigate Maine's medical marijuana and adult use marijuana industries. Seth spends a great deal of time studying and keeping up to date on Maine's ever-changing marijuana regulatory scheme. Additionally, he spends considerable time at the town and city level dealing with the planning of various marijuana related ordinances. He deploys this knowledge to help clients with their business planning.. Seth works with other Maine businesses outside of the marijuana industry. He consults with a variety of enterprises, both big and small, on business strategy and structuring.. Seth practices in the areas of business law and litigation and acts as a marijuana consultant. He is licensed to practice law in Maine.

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Sean  C. Currie began his legal career at one of Portland’s preeminent business litigation firms. After developing further experience, Mr.  Currie launched his own firm focusing on business litigation, creditors’ rights, and family law. He brings to this practice, a passion for helping individuals and small businesses resolve uncertainty and thrive.. A Portland native, Mr.  Currie attended Marquette University and Gonzaga University School of Law. He is a member of the Multnomah Bar Association, Clackamas County Bar Association, Oregon State Bar Disciplinary Panel, and Fee Arbitration  & Mediation Panel. He frequently volunteers on behalf of these and many other local organizations including DoveLewis and the Oregon Food Bank.

Sean Stephens is the founding shareholder of OneTec Family Law, PC. He was born in Eugene, Oregon and is a fourth generation Oregonian.. Mr. Stephens attended the University of Oregon, and graduated in with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a minor in English Literature. His psychology studies emphasized early childhood development.. Mr. Stephens was a founding partner in Stephens & Margolin LLP where he practiced for 13 years through the firm’s dissolution in 2021. Mr. Stephens has long been fascinated with how technology can assist lawyers provide superior services to clients. He founded OneTec Family Law PC both to provide both exemplary services to family law clients in Oregon and bring modern tools such as Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation to the practice of family law.. Mr. Stephens attended Willamette College of Law in Salem, Oregon, and graduated in 1994.  Mr. Stephens worked in private practice prior to co-founding Stephens Margolin P.C. which is devoted to the practice of family law. Mr. Stephens taught family law at the College of Legal Arts, located in Portland, Oregon.. "Everyone is subject to the same laws, but there are many things that can be done to maximize client results. I identify client objectives early in a case, and lay out a roadmap with the client towards the desired goal. Our clients expect and deserve excellence, and I am tuned in to my clients' expectations regarding both professional representation and personal attention from day one.  From the moment I first meet with a client, the whole firm is there to accomplish their goals. Period."

Scott Sell was born in Minnesota in 1980. Early in his life, Scott worked in the building trades and as a foundryman at a production bronze foundry. He graduated from Marlboro College in Marlboro Vermont with High Honors after attending with a scholarship for the study of social justice. Between college and law school he worked as an outreach worker for people experiencing mental illness and homelessness.. Scott attended Willamette College of Law in Salem, Oregon with a Law Merit scholarship. During law school, Scott worked in the disability section of Thomas, Coon, Newton and Frost. He also represented the state in community court proceedings as a clerk for the Multnomah County District Attorney’s office. Scott graduated law school Magna Cum Laude.. Before returning to Thomas, Coon, Newton, and Frost, Scott served as the Senior Clerk for the Honorable James C. Egan at the Oregon Court of Appeals.. Scott exclusively represents disabled people seeking long term disability benefits from private insurance companies and the Social Security Administration. Scott has successfully represented hundreds of disabled people in administrative hearings and federal court actions.. Scott lives in Southeast Portland with his wife and two children. He is a committed bicycle commuter.

Sarah Liljefelt is dedicated to representing water users in the western United States.

Sarah Bond was born outside of Chicago in Elgin, Illinois and grew up in Bellingham, Washington.  She attended Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington ( 1997) where she received a BA in philosophy.  While at Whitman College, Sarah was a member of the Delta Gamma sorority and served as president of the Black Student Union ( 1997).. Sarah Bond received her law degree from Boalt Hall, University of California, Berkeley (2001 through 2004).  Upon admission to Boalt Hall, Sarah was awarded the Berkeley Law Foundation, Phoenix Fellowship.  After her first year of law school, Sarah served as a summer associate at the East Bay Community Law Center.  After her second year of law school, Sarah served as a summer associate with Morrison and Foerster, San Francisco.  During her third year of law school, Sarah Bond served as co-editor in chief of the African American Law and Policy Report (2003 – 2004).. Upon graduating from Boalt Hall, Sarah moved to Seattle, Washington.  She was admitted to the Washington State Bar in 2004.. While in Seattle, Sarah practiced law as an associate attorney at Stokes Lawrence (2004 through 2007).  As an associate attorney at Stokes Lawrence, Sarah practiced both family law and complex civil litigation.. In 2007, Sarah and her family moved to Portland, Oregon.  She was admitted to the Oregon State Bar in 2008.  She began practicing family law at Zimmer Family Law in October 2008.. During her fourteen years of practice with Zimmer Family Law, Sarah Bond handled hundreds of family law cases including modifications, matters involving highly contested custody disputes, complex business valuations, and substantial marital estates.  She has settled numerous cases through mediation, taken numerous cases to trial, and has advocated for clients during prolonged custody and parenting time evaluations.. In June 2022 Sarah Bond established Bond Family Law LLC.. Sarah Bond is married and has three daughters.  She enjoys running, knitting, and cooking.

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Ryan focuses his practice primarily on tax and business law, with an emphasis on partnership and corporate tax, state and local taxation, international taxation, executive compensation, and tax incentives related to energy and affordable housing. There is no shortage of interesting tax issues that arise from the unique tax structures of Oregon and Washington. Ryan has assisted clients both with resolving state and local tax controversies and with planning and structuring client operations to best meet his clients' business needs, including navigating Oregon's income and property taxes and Washington's sales and use and Business and Occupation (B&O) taxes.In the area of executive compensation, Ryan assists clients in navigating the increasingly complex tax rules applicable to executive compensation and equity awards, including compliance with Internal Revenue Code Section 409A. Ryan has assisted clients in designing multifaceted equity compensation plans, as well as deferred compensation plans for current and incoming executives. Ryan's work in the affordable housing area includes assisting clients with all phases of affordable housing development, including structuring legal entities and financing, negotiating with public and private funders, due diligence and document review and negotiation, troubleshooting and resolving real estate and construction issues, and navigating complex tax issues.

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Ron is a trial lawyer and the founder of Cheng Law LLC. His firm represents injured people throughout the state of Oregon. Before beginning his legal career, Ron was involved in public service; helping marginalized communities gain respect and dignity. As a result of his work with women rights, minority groups, and college students, Ron was presented with a leadership award by the local NAACP chapter. Considered one of the nation’s top client counselors by the Law Student Division of the American Bar Association, Ron now focuses his talent and passion on helping people who have been severely injured. Ron represents victims of drunk driving and those with devastating injuries from dental malpractice, pharmaceutical errors, and other life-changing events. Ron strongly believes that those who are catastrophically harmed deserve to have their dignity restored or compensated for – especially when their injuries are a result of corporate greed or reckless indifference to the poor, disabled, and other vulnerable populations. Ron continues to volunteer with students, minority groups, and tackles several pro bonoprojects a year to give back to the community. A frequent public speaker to various legal and non-legal organizations, Ron believes in raising strong leaders and lawyers to protect the vulnerable and make our society stronger. Ron was presented with Lewis & Clark Law School’s Mentor of the Year Award; presented with the Community Spirit Award at the Lewis & Clark Distinguished Alumni Dinner; and was further recognized by the Oregon State Bar ONLD with the Public Service Award.

Ron Hoevet is a shareholder and founding member of the firm of Hoevet Olson, PC. For more than 30 years, Ron has defended individuals and organizations under criminal investigation or charged with crimes throughout Oregon in both state and federal court. He has defended Oregonians charged with federal offenses in Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada, Wyoming and Montana. After graduating cum laude from Duke Law School in 1975, Ron began his legal career as a federal prosecutor – first, as a trial attorney in the Criminal Section of the Tax Division in the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington D.C., and then as an Assistant United States Attorney in Portland, Oregon, his hometown.. Ron is listed in Best Lawyers of America under both White Collar and Non-White Collar Criminal Defense, and has been in Best Lawyers for more than 25 years. Best known for defending fraud cases, Ron, nevertheless, was named the Non-White Collar Criminal Defense 'Lawyer of the Year' in Portland for 2012. Ron also has an AV rating with Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest rating for both ability and professional standing in the legal community, and has been named as a 'Super Lawyer.'. For 30 years, Ron has served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Oregon Halfway House, now the Northwest Regional Re-Entry Center, a 125 bed facility housing federal offenders in Portland, Oregon.. Ron is a veteran, having served in the United States Army from 1969-1972.

Robert Allen has practiced law in Portland since 1965. He specializes in white collar criminal defense; corporate compliance and investigations; business litigation and corporate law, with particular emphasis on business proprietary rights, unfair competition, and shareholder disputes. He has been the Managing Partner of Dunn Carney since 1994.

Riley Gombart’s practice focuses primarily on business transactions and estate planning.  He particularly enjoys the challenge of executing business transactions that focus on tax savings and helping clients protect valuable assets. “Each client situation is different, and I enjoy helping sort out priorities and resolving issues,” Riley says. Combining his self-taught background in computer programming with his legal education, he is constantly looking for ways to efficiently deliver creative client solutions while ensuring the final result is accurate and effective.. During undergraduate years, Riley worked as a freelance mobile application developer where he experienced the unique hardships of running a small business. He learned firsthand a client’s perspective on the need for effective, relevant legal advice. Riley also worked in business-to-business IT sales, where he developed a methodology to identify client needs, which, in turn, enabled him to create a fitting solution. He believes that attorneys must “step into the shoes of their client to figure out how to best help them achieve their goals.”. Riley received a B.A., cum laude, with a major in Business Administration from Washington State University in 2011. He earned his J.D., cum laude, in 2016 from Lewis & Clark Law School, where he was an Article Editor of the Lewis & Clark Law Review.. In his spare time, Riley enjoys playing board, card, and tabletop games with friends and family. Whenever opportunity allows, Riley relishes the opportunity to travel with his fiancé to castles, art museums, and other stunning landmarks around the world while experiencing the local culture. In their first such trip, they visited Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria, Germany and the magnificent surrounding sights. They look forward to their next adventure.

Richard Berne | Portland Maine Lawyer. Mr. Berne has been practicing criminal law for over forty-two years. He received a B.S. degree from Harvard College, cum laude, in 1970 and his law degree from Boston University School of Law in 1974.. Prior to establishing his office in Portland, Maine, Mr. Berne served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Eastern District of New York and the Northern District of California, where he prosecuted cases involving narcotics, bank fraud, and various white collar crimes. Upon leaving the Government in 1981, he entered private practice with a nationally prominent white collar defense firm in New York City and, in 1992, established his own law practice in Portland, Maine.. Mr. Berne specializes in the defense of criminal cases in Federal and State Courts in Maine, Massschusetts, Vermont, and New York. These cases have included investigations and prosecutions of complex narcotics cases, child pornography, fraud, tax evasion, and money laundering, as well as driving, assault, and unlawful sexual conduct matters. He also specializes in Pardon and clemency matters.  Additionally, he has an active civil litigation practice, primarily in the areas of medical malpractice and personal injury law.. He is a member of the Maine, Massachusetts, and New York State Bars; is admitted to Federal courts in these jurisdictions; and has taught CLE courses in Federal and State practice in Maine and elsewhere.. Mr. Berne has also served on the boards of various civic and charitable organizations in the Greater Portland area.

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Renee Stineman is a litigation partner at Dunn Carney whose primary areas of practice include real estate, commercial and employment litigation. She is recognized by her clients as a trusted and practical legal advisor. She often serves in multiple roles as litigator, including zealous advocate and practical problem solver. Her extensive trial experience in both state and federal court is one reason why Renee succeeds in her court appearances and in resolving disputes.  In 2014 Renee was named a top litigator by Chambers and Partners USA.  Renee is also co-leader of the Litigation Practice Section at Dunn Carney.. Before joining Dunn Carney, Renee practiced as a trial attorney and staff legal advisor in the United States Navy, Judge Advocate General’s Corps. During her time in the Navy, Renee routinely served as lead trial attorney in complex and highly visible jury trials. She applies skills acquired during her military experience every day in private practice.

Real estate attorney with a focus on landlord-tenant law, affordable and subsidized housing, LIHTC, fair housing, boundary line disputes, and easements. Also experienced in general civil litigation, administrative law, and government administration. JD, Cum Laude, and Certificate in Law and Government from Willamette University College of Law; B.A. in Political Science and Sociology from the University of Nevada, Reno. Licensed in Oregon, Nevada, and the United States District Court for the District of Oregon.. Hobbies include object manipulation (e.g. juggling, poi, diabolo, etc.), reading, sewing, running, and spending quality time with my wife, Siberian Husky, and English Bulldog.

Ray was admitted to the bar in 1979 and is a member of the bars of the Oregon State and Federal courts. He obtained his J.D. from Lewis and Clark Law School in 1979.. Before going to law school, Ray worked as a private investigator and in a variety of manual trades including equipment operator, welder's apprentice, janitor and crew supervisor. Ray has focused his practice on injury cases including personal injury and product liability. He has presented educational seminars on insurance and personal injury topics, and has organized and presented seminars for Oregon and national gatherings of attorneys. He is a regular commentator on pedestrian and bicycle law and safety.. His past positions include two years on the board of the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association, two years on the board of the Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA), membership on the BTA Legislative Committee, and seven years as chair of the National Lawyers Guild Litigation Committee. He started a series of free legal clinics for bicycle riders in 1994, and gives regular bike and pedestrian law and safety presentations. His book Pedal Power: A Legal Guide for Oregon Bicyclists is now in its 8th edition, and he is the author of Oregon Pedestrian Rights: A Legal Guide for Persons on Foot (2007).. He loves to row and race his bike up hills. He and his law partner, Jim Coon, have led (these days they mostly follow) the Monday/Thursday Noontime Lawyers Bike Rides since 1991. Ray has four children and is active in Oregon’s bicycle, traffic, and work safety communities as an activist, commentator, and speaker.

Provide outside general counsel services for established and emerging businesses, and also specialize in problem solving and regulatory guidance for health care companies and health care professionals.