Few law firms can match the experience and expertise of the appellate group. Before joining the firm, Bill Gary and Jim Mountain each served as the state’s Solicitor General, responsible for managing all of the appeals for the State of Oregon. Jens Schmidt came out of the Appellate Division of the Oregon Department of Justice.

Our appellate lawyers have handled more than 2,900 appeals before state and federal appellate courts. 

We have successfully handled appeals involving a wide range of matters – from “bet the company” business disputes, to constitutional and public policy issues, to appeals from decisions of the tax courts and administrative agencies. We handle appeals involving professional malpractice, mass torts and products liability cases, and land use. Our team has extensive experience in formulating legal strategies, developing arguments that lead to favorable outcomes, and presenting those arguments in a clear and compelling manner.

Widely viewed as the “go to” appellate practice group in Oregon, we represent individuals, national and local companies, and government entities. In addition to handling appeals in the state and federal courts, we are pleased to consult with trial lawyers on preserving issues for appeal.   

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Four HLGR attorneys were selected to the 2010 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® in the area of appellate law. This honor makes HLGR the Oregon firm with the most lawyers listed as Best Lawyers in appellate law. Click on the following link to read more about this honor and our outstanding appellate lawyers.