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Hunter Bitner is a litigator whose practice focuses on civil litigation, construction defect litigation, product liability, medical and legal malpractice defense, insurance and insurance coverage disputes.    He is a member of the Construction & Design and Insurance Defense teams at Dunn Carney.  Hunter is a frequent speaker on issues related to construction defect litigation and is an active member of the Oregon Association of Defense Counsel.. Prior to joining Dunn Carney,  Hunter was a partner at Hodgkinson Street LLC for three years and was a partner at Hoffman, Hart & Wagner, LLP .   A self-proclaimed Southerner, Hunter played three sports at Auburn University, and is addicted to “SEC football.”   He also enjoys golf, and as a former-chef, he enjoys cooking.

Gil Parker is a partner in the Real Estate and Land Use section of the firm. His practice focuses on real estate development, business transactions, commercial lending, construction and construction liens, and secured transactions. He has extensive experience in handling multi-million dollar transactions for developers, buyers, sellers, and borrowers in commercial real estate and communications. While working with clients who are leaders in sustainable real estate development, Gil has acquired a broad knowledge of the legal issues involved in public and private sustainable development.  He also structures purchases and sales of closely-held businesses. Gil joined the firm in 1975 and became a partner at Dunn Carney in 1981. He was the firm’s managing partner from 1991 to 1993.  He is currently serving on the firm’s Executive Committee.. Gil was selected by his peers to be included in The Best Lawyers in America in the Real Estate Law section. In 2004-2013, Gil was recognized as a top Real Estate Attorney in Oregon by the Chambers and Partners USA survey of America’s Leading Business Lawyers. His peers describe him as a “constructive deal-maker” who is “perceptive, unflappable and accommodating.” In 2006-2013, Gil was selected for inclusion in Oregon Super Lawyers in Real Estate.  He is also a 2013 Top Rated Lawyer in Real Estate in Martindale-Hubbell.. Gil focuses on transactional work because he enjoys creating solid business connections among the involved parties. Understanding that transactions depend on clarity and trust, he finds satisfaction in crafting agreements that integrate the parties’ diverse objectives.. Gil Parker served on the Board of Directors for Riverbend Youth Center, Inc. for nine years. Riverbend is a nonprofit residential and day treatment center for emotionally disturbed adolescents and their families.

Gabi Sanchez represents long term care, senior housing, home health and hospice providers in business, regulatory and litigation matters. She routinely advises long term care clients on contentious resident issues including resident transfers, compliance with resident rights, resident capacity concerns, disputes with residents and family, and collection of accounts receivable from various pay sources. She also advises facilities in insurance payment disputes and recoupment issues.. She drafts and provides training regarding admission agreements, resident handbooks and related facility documents. Additionally, she counsels clients on compliance with federal and state laws and regulations governing long term care and senior housing providers.. Gabi provides risk management advice and strategies and defends against agency actions and investigations, including defense of civil monetary penalties, fraud and abuse complaints, and imposition of conditions on provider licenses as well as revocation, denial or non-renewal of provider licenses. Further, she counsels providers with respect to HIPAA/HITECH compliance in various jurisdictions, including Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Arizona and Montana.. She has experience with the corporate practice of medicine doctrine in the nursing home context, billing and incorporating nurse practitioner services in skilled nursing facilities.. Gabi is a frequent presenter and author for the Oregon Health Care Association.

Eric is a partner at Dunn Carney and heads our Insurance Defense Practice Team. Eric practices in the areas of commercial litigation, construction law, personal injury defense, insurance defense and insurance coverage.  He handles an array of litigated matters including business disputes, contract disputes, construction claims, trespass claims, and a variety of personal injury defense ranging from automobile accidents, products liability, and premises liability.  Eric has published articles involving Oregon’s product liability law and affecting service of process in automobile accident cases.  Eric is a member of the Oregon Association of Defense Counsel and is also admitted to practice in the state of Washington.  Prior to law school, Eric worked as a marketing and sales manager for Dahlin Dental Laboratories and Productivity Training Corporation.. Eric has special expertise in defending construction defect and design claims, many relating to moisture penetration and mold.  He has represented architects, engineers, general contractors and subcontractors, including deck water proofers, plumbers, roofers, window installers, framers and siding contractors.  Claims have ranged from a few hundred thousand dollars to over 120 million dollars.  In 2006, Oregon Super Lawyers recognized Eric as a Super Lawyer in Construction Litigation.

Emily Elison graduated cum laude from Lewis & Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon. During law school, she concentrated on criminal law and successfully earned the Certificate in Criminal Law and Procedure. In her first year of law school, Emily was awarded the honor of Best Appellate Brief in a writing competition amongst first-year law students. She took several classes focusing on appellate advocacy and represented the law school in competition as a member of the Appellate Moot Court team. She also served as the Editor in Chief of the Animal Law Review. Emily was selected as a member of Lewis & Clark Law School’s prestigious Cornelius Honor Society on the basis of superior scholarship, leadership, and contributions to the law school community.. While in law school, Emily worked as a law clerk for the Oregon Federal Public Defender’s Office in Portland, where she worked on a variety of federal criminal matters. Emily excelled at trial preparation, motion drafting, and writing appellate briefs.. Emily lives in Portland, Oregon and enjoys playing tennis, reading, and being outdoors.

Dustin Till's practice focuses on environmental and land use litigation, and he has specialized experience with natural resource, permitting, and environmental review issues in the Pacific Northwest. Dustin represents clients in Washington, Oregon, Alaska, and Missouri. He has appeared before the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, federal district court, and the Washington State Court of Appeals.

Don is a partner at Dunn Carney, and joined the firm in 1986. Don has a diverse litigation practice, including in the areas of insurance coverage, insurance defense, professional liability, estate and trust litigation, and business litigation. Don has successfully tried to verdict numerous cases in the state and federal courts in Oregon and Washington.. Don was selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America in 2013 - 2019 in the field of Insurance Law. In 2006-2019, Oregon Super Lawyers recognized Don as a Super Lawyer in Insurance Coverage. He is A.V. rated by Martindale-Hubbell.

Defending the rights of the accused in state and federal courts.. If you are accused of a crime, you need an aggressive and fearless advocate in your corner to fight the government and pursue your freedom.  My top priority is being there for you when you need me most. I will tirelessly fight for your constitutional rights, and leave no stone unturned in zealously defending your case to achieve the best possible results.

David specializes in complex business and commercial litigation in federal and state courts. His practice is broad-based, and includes multiparty, multi-forum litigation that often involves a multiplicity of individual actions arising out of the same conduct. He has handled cases involving construction defect, business torts, products liability, premise liability, professional negligence, environmental, employment, franchise, officer and director liability, bodily injury, securities, real estate and government contracting. He advises businesses and individuals on internal corporate investigations, contracts, employment, insurance coverage, risk assessment and alternative dispute resolution. He has represented client interests before the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Ethics, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Forestry Service, Oregon Racing Commission, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, and numerous other federal, state, and regional agencies and courts. As managing partner of WLG, David supervises and directs eight attorneys providing legal services throughout four western states.. In addition to private practice, David served for nine years (2005-2014) by appointment of the Governor as the State Judge Advocate, Oregon National Guard; where he held the rank of Colonel. As the State Judge Advocate for the State of Oregon, he was responsible for the supervision and administration of administrative board procedures, briefing of investigating officers, legal assistance, military justice claims, litigation and other legal duties as required. David provided legal services in support of the Adjutant General and staff elements, as well as oversight of legal services provided to subordinate brigade commands. He also acted as the Staff Judge Advocate for consolidated legal staff for the Army and Air guard judge advocates. David was responsible for the development and training of subordinate officers and staff to insure legal and soldier competency and core values.. Prior to entering private practice, David served on active duty as a Judge Advocate in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, U.S. Army. His assignments included: Chief, Justice Division, Military District of Washington, Fort McNair, Washington, D.C. and as Senior Defense Counsel, Presidio of San Francisco, San Francisco, California and National Training Center, Fort Irwin, California. While stationed in Washington, D.C., David was appointed as a Special Assistant to the United States Attorney for the office of the United States Attorney, Eastern District of Virginia, lexandria, Virginia.. David is a frequent speaker and has lectured on various legal issues before organizations to include the Federal Bar Association, Oregon State Bar Association, the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law, the American Psychiatric Association, Council on Litigation Management and is an accredited Continuing Education Instructor in California, Florida, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. David has also served as an Adjunct Instructor for the Defense Institute of International Legal Studies.. David is admitted to practice law in the States of Oregon, Utah and Washington. He is a memberof the Oregon State Bar Association, Multnomah County Bar Association, Central Utah Bar Association, Salt Lake County Bar Association, Park City Bar Association, Nebraska State Bar (inactive) Iowa State Bar (inactive) and is a member of the Federal Bar Association (Oregon &Utah Chapters), American Bar Association, Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM), Oregon Association of Defense Counsel (OADC) and the Defense Research Institute (DRI). He is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court of Federal Claims, U.S. District Court, District of Oregon, U.S. District Court of Utah, District of Utah, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces, and Army Court of Criminal Appeals.

David is a partner at Dunn Carney whose practice focuses on real estate and corporate law. He leads the firm's Real Estate and Land Use team and is an active member of the Corporate Counsel, Hospitality, Intellectual Property, and Condominium and Planned Community teams.  He has extensive experience in commercial property acquisitions and dispositions as well as commercial leasing and lease enforcement.  He also works with real property owners to form new construction condominiums, conversion condominiums and planned unit developments. He has particular expertise in the hospitality industry working with restaurant and bar owners.   In 2007, David's peers recognized him as an Oregon Super Lawyer in Real Estate.. In addition to his real estate work, David advises clients regarding entity selection and formation, including the representation of closely held business and emerging growth companies receiving venture capital investment.  He also works with clients on licensing, Federal and State trademark registration and domain name disputes.. David is also active in the community serving as a board member for Community Warehouse, Inc. and is active in several real estate organizations in Portland.

David is a noted insurance coverage expert and has been quoted in dozens of media stories on insurance and legal issues in a variety of publications, including the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, the New Orleans Times-Picayune and many more.  He also writes the Insurance Coverage Blog, a popular and influential blog on insurance coverage matters and industry developments, at .. David's insurance practice includes a broad range of issues: environmental property damage, errors and omissions and professional liability coverage, directors and officers liability, sex abuse coverage, construction defect, business interruption insurance, general commercial liability, first-party commercial property disputes, homeowners and auto, managed care, employer liability and others.. Besides insurance recovery and coverage, David's practice includes extensive litigation of trademark, copyright and patent infringement, unfair competition, trade secrets, and other intellectual property cases, including related matters such as non-compete and confidentiality agreements.  David also has extensive experience in environmental contamination litigation and advice, including litigation under CERCLA and state environmental laws. He has an outstanding record of achieving successful results for his clients.. Besides his blogging, David writes frequently for publications such as the Appleman 2d treatise, New Appleman on Insurance: Critical Issues; New Appleman Insurance Law Practice Guide, Bloomberg Law Reports: Insurance and others. He is also frequently asked to speak about insurance issues across the country.

David has focused almost exclusively on family law since he began practicing law in Oregon in 2001. His experience lends itself to assisting clients with a variety of issues. David joined the Wyse Kadish LLP as an associate in 2004, and became a partner in 2008.  Prior to Wyse Kadish, he worked at Gevurtz Menashe for several years. Over the last five years, David has strengthened his focus on mediation and Collaborative Divorce. Serving as a mediator and collaborative divorce lawyer provides David, and those he serves, with more satisfying, positively-transforming results.. As a lawyer, as in life, David’s goal is to leave people better off than he found them. While legal matters can be taxing, David’s awareness of his clients’ needs and his ability to communicate serve his clients well. David is grateful for the referrals he receives from his current and former clients. These, along with the many referrals he receives from lawyers, counselors, CPAs, judges and friends are a testament to the fine work David does.. While not practicing law or participating in the community, David enjoys time with his wife, daughters, and dog, Jelly. He has advanced ranks in both kung-fu and karate and loves exploring Portland’s many great restaurants and tasting Oregon Pinots.

Dan Drazan advises clients in a wide range of real estate transactions and on general business matters. His practice focuses on acquiring, selling, developing, financing, and leasing all types of real property, including shopping centers, industrial parks, office buildings, multifamily housing, and hospitality properties. He is also a frequent speaker on real estate topics, including commercial lease negotiation, drafting, and enforcement. Dan is a member of the Real Estate and Land Use Group and leader of the Hospitality Industry team at Dunn Carney.

Christopher L. Parnell is Of Counsel in Dunn Carney’s Bankruptcy and Creditors’ Rights practice group. Chris has extensive experience representing creditors, trustees, and business debtors on a wide range of bankruptcy and insolvency issues. In addition, Chris represents clients on a variety of commercial litigation matters.. In 2012 and 2013, Oregon Super Lawyers recognized Chris as a Rising Star in Bankruptcy.  He is a member of the Executive Committee of the Debtor-Creditor Section of the Oregon State Bar.. Before joining Dunn Carney, Chris was an associate in the Bankruptcy practice group at another Portland law firm.  Prior to law school,  Chris worked in the fields of music and art.

Chris represents injured workers in all aspects of Oregon Workers’ Compensation claims. Because of the nature and complexity of this area of law, she limits her practice to only workers’ compensation to increase her mastery of this highly regulated and increasingly complicated system. While all attorneys specializing in Workers’ Compensation on behalf of injured workers must have a high volume of clients to be sustainable, her practice model is to maximize value in claims, employ staff to ensure our clients’ needs are met, and have a case load that allows for the highest quality representation.. Chris grew up in Kansas and graduated from the University of Kansas in 1985. She has worked in a variety of jobs including waitress, hummingbird-feeder assembler(!), and grocery clerk. In 1992, Chris graduated from the University of Oregon School of Law, where she helped found the Oregon Law Students’ Public Interest Fund, was a member of the Law Review, and earned the American Jurisprudence Award in Trial Practice. Before joining the firm in 2008, she was a staff attorney for the Workers’ Compensation Board for two years.. She chose to work at Thomas, Coon, Newton & Frost, because of its tradition of excellent legal work and community activism. Here she has been able to bring her strong commitment to the rights of working people and her passion for justice together to represent injured workers in Oregon’s Workers’ Compensation system.. Chris is a strong advocate and fighter for her clients but also strives to make the system fairer for all injured workers. She is active with OTLA’s Workers’ Compensation policy group, an executive committee member of the Workers’ Compensation section of the Oregon State Bar, and a Board member of NW Workers Justice Project. Chris is honored to have received the 2014 Doug Swanson Outstanding Workers’ Compensation Attorney Award from the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association.

Carrie supports her clients in intellectual property and commercial transactions, focusing on the effective protection and leveraging of intellectual property assets. Her hands-on approach ensures smooth navigation through business transactions and intellectual property challenges.. Carrie’s practice encompasses a wide range of IP services, from trademark prosecution and portfolio management to licensing and enforcement. She guides clients through trademark, copyright and domain name processes, advises on IP issues relating to artificial intelligence and handles infringement investigations and enforcement efforts to protect clients’ rights. This comprehensive support extends beyond the realm of intellectual property; Carrie also assists clients with various commercial transactions, including drafting and negotiating purchase and sale agreements and art related agreements.. Whether working with small enterprises or large corporations, Carrie's experience in navigating the complexities of intellectual property law and commercial agreements ensures her clients are well-protected and positioned for success in their respective industries.. Professional Activities. International Trademark Association, Member. Oregon Bar Association, Intellectual Property Section, Member. Oregon LGBTQIA+ Bar Association (OGALLA), Member. Oregon Women Lawyers, Member. Washington State Bar Association (WSBA), Member. WSBA Intellectual Property Section, Executive Committee Member. Community Activities. Northwest Autism Center, Board Member, 2023-present. Inland Northwest Business Alliance, Board Member, 2022-2023

Brian Talcott is a partner in Dunn Carney’s Litigation Practice Group. He is the firm’s lead appellate attorney, and has briefed and argued numerous appeals in the state and federal appellate courts.  Brian also specializes in insurance coverage and recovery, professional liability defense and complex civil litigation.. In  2009-2014, Oregon Super Lawyers recognized Brian as a Super Lawyer in Appellate Law.  In 2014 and 2015, Brian was selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© in Appellate Law.  Brian serves on the Board of Directors for Classroom Law Project.

Brian Parrott focuses on health care and business law at Dunn Carney. His experience includes working with clients on Business Transactions, Business Litigation, Employment, and Health Care.   His clients include physicians, IPAs (Independent Practice Associations) and medical practices.  Brian is a member of the  Health Care, Governmental Affairs and Business teams at Dunn Carney.  Prior to joining Dunn Carney, Brian was an attorney with Cooney & Crew LLP. He also has six years of experience working in the Marion County District Attorney’s office as a Deputy District Attorney and Certified Law Clerk.. When he is not practicing law, Brian teaches “Introduction to Business Technology” at Portland Community College, Rock Creek Campus, a course in computer literacy that covers use of information technology in business organizations including hardware, software, databases, system development, and tools that businesses use for communication and collaboration.

Brian Chenoweth is founder of Chenoweth Law Group, PC where he represents clients in all aspects of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts.. His practice emphasizes environmental, real estate, land use, business, construction, injury, insurance and administrative law.  With over eighteen years of experience, Brian is recognized for his litigation work with plaintiffs and defendants alike throughout Oregon and Washington.. Brian's environmental clients include property owners and businesses facing regulatory compliance and cleanup costs for all types of contamination. His specific experience includes cases involving gas stations, oil bulk facilities, dry cleaners, chrome plating facilities, auto wrecking facilities, ship repair yards, underground storage tanks, landfills, gas pipelines, PCB contamination, and wood treatment facilities. In addition, Brian represents clients in matters regarding environmental consultant and contractor negligence, water quality, endangered species, and bodily injury and property damage related to chemicals, lead, asbestos, and mold.. During his career Brian has negotiated complex settlements with state and federal agencies, advised clients on their legal responsibilities, and pursued recovery of cleanup costs from other responsible parties. Brian has also defended businesses and individuals regarding environmental claims. He also represents neighboring property owners who are impacted by pollution.. In addition to his litigation practice, Brian advises clients in business and real estate transactions with respect to environmental liability and regulatory compliance. Other work includes brownfield redevelopment and agency enforcement matters.. Brian’s environmental practice brings him face to face with government agencies, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Oregon Department of Environmental Quality, and the Washington Department of Ecology.. Brian also represents clients regarding real estate transactions and disputes, land use law, business formations, sales, and purchases, insurance disputes, disputes with administrative agencies, and construction law.. Representative clients include food processing companies, outdoor advertising companies, real estate brokerages, insurance agencies, construction companies, small and medium size business of all types, attorneys seeking to co counsel on complex cases, municipal housing authorities, insurance companies, personal representatives and trustees, trucking companies, environmental consultants and and clean up contractors, testing laboratories, private universities, and individuals.. Licensed to practice law in Oregon and Washington, Brian received his law degree (cum laude) from the American University, Washington College of Law in 1994, and a Bachelors of Arts in Political Science from University of Oregon in 1989.. Brian speaks to industry professionals, governmental agency staff, and other lawyers on environmental, insurance, real estate, and land use.. Away from the office, Brian enjoys writing and playing music (in the firm's band--the Everyday Heroes), boating (on the firm's boat--"Short Sale"), hiking, traveling, and spending time with his children.

Bob McGaughey handles securities & investment lawsuits & arbitrations, shareholder, partnership & LLC lawsuits, business disputes, contract lawsuits, fraud & ponzi scheme claims, stockbroker & financial planner arbitrations, breach of fiduciary duty claims, elder financial abuse, and other business lawsuits in state and federal courts and various arbitration forums.Bob McGaughey has practiced law since 1980. He is the author of Oregon Securities Law and Oregon Corporate Law Handbook. Bob is past Chair of the OSB Securities Regulation Section and the OSB Business Litigation Section.. Bob has an AV (the highest possible) rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been selected for Oregon Super Lawyers 2014 and Best Lawyers 2014.

Blair is a member of Dunn Carney’s litigation, insurance defense, and construction teams. She focuses her practice primarily on construction defect, insurance coverage, personal injury, and commercial litigation, including products liability, contract disputes, and collections. Blair has extensive experience defending builders, developers, and design professionals in construction defect matters. Growing up in a household heavily involved in the construction industry, Blair was frequently surrounded by builders and contractors, giving her a deep appreciation of the unique issues facing the industry.  She takes the time to get to know each of her clients and their business so she can provide the most practical, cost efficient solution to their dispute. Blair has negotiated numerous positive settlements for clients at mediation, obtaining the most favorable results possible while at the same time helping clients avoid costly, protracted litigation.. Blair spends her free time playing kickball and softball, bowling, golfing, exploring Portland’s restaurant scene, spending time with family, friends, and her two dogs, and passionately rooting for the Iowa Hawkeyes (Go Hawks!) and Chicago Bears (Bear down!). She also helps manage the firm softball team and runs Dunn Carney’s annual Multnomah CourtCare campaign.

Being injured as a result of another's negligence is often a devastating experience.  If this happens to you or a loved one, you need help from someone who understands the insurance claims and legal system.. I have been representing individuals and families in injury and wrongful death cases for over 30 years.  I have extensive experience in medical negligence, bicycle, pedestrian, truck and car collisions, workplace and construction accidents and premises liability actions.  Together with our experienced and professional staff, I provide the highest level of representation by conducting a complete investigation, preserving and developing compelling evidence and obtaining detailed medical information to prove the injuries and damages suffered.  My trial results are solid--a product of this pretrial work and focussed, dynamic and compelling trial presentations and arguments.. Claims and litigation are confusing and stressful for most people. I provide my clients with a full understanding of the process and how they fit into it, always accessible and willing to answer their questions and addressing their concerns.

As an intellectual property attorney, my focus is on helping your business identify and strategically protect its intangible assets. As a registered patent attorney, I can assist with every aspect of IP law, including patent preparation and prosecution, portfolio strategy, licensing, and freedom-to-operate.. I’m a partner at the law firm of Kolisch Hartwell. My practice includes the full range of intellectual property law, including patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters. With a strong technical background in industrial engineering, computer science, and nuclear engineering, as well as extensive practical experience in manufacturing and business, I advise companies on both technical and non-technical matters.. In my patent work, I represent a broad array of industries. In general, though, I tend to focus on complex mechanical inventions, typically involving electronics and software controls.. During my time as an engineer and manager on the factory floor, I worked extensively with industrial automation, and with ABB, Kuka, and Fanuc robots. I also served as a nuclear power-trained officer in the U.S. Navy, where I was in charge of reactor controls and electronic systems on the USS California (CGN-36). After my Navy and automotive industry days, I worked as an engineer and manager in the shipping and food industries, focusing mainly on manufacturing systems and equipment, software application development, process design, project management, root cause analysis, and complex planning.

As a business litigator, Bob works with clients to identify and execute plans to resolve disputes in ways that make business sense. Bob also represents businesses, public bodies, political organizations, private individuals, and a tribal government in matters at the intersection of law and public policy.

Anfuso Law, P.C. provides high quality criminal defense to individuals charged with crimes by maintaining a commitment to limited case loads, affordable flat-fee pricing, and creative advocacy for each and every case.