What's Happening at Hart Wagner

We’re pleased to welcome attorney Lisa Shevlin to the firm.  Lisa’s trial practice will focus on the defense of cases involving assisted living care, medical malpractice, and general liability.

Prior to joining Hart Wagner, Lisa was a trial attorney for a large insurance company, where she managed a wide variety of legal matters. Her experience included cases involving commercial auto liability, product liability, employment matters and contract disputes in state and federal courts.  Her wide-ranging practice has provided her a great skill set to assist clients.

“We’re excited to welcome Lisa to our team,” said Managing Partner Gordy Welborn. “She brings with her experience and knowledge to guide clients through complicated litigation.”

Lisa received her bachelor’s degree from Portland State University. She went on to attend The Dickinson School of Law at Pennsylvania State University.  While studying for her law degree, she also earned a master’s degree in International Affairs from the institution. She was admitted to practice in Oregon in 2014. She is a member of the Owen M. Panner Inn of Court, Oregon Women Lawyers, the Oregon Association of Defense Counsel, and the Multnomah Bar Association.

Janet Schroer was second chair in an argument before the United States Supreme Court on April 24th, in Taggert v Lorenzen. The case was on review from a favorable decision in the 9^th Circuit Court of Appeals where Janet briefed and argued the case. A decision is expected by June.

We’re pleased to welcome new associate, Jack Scholz, to the firm. Jack’s practice focuses on medical malpractice defense and employment litigation. He previously worked for a Portland firm practicing in the area of intellectual property litigation.

Before joining private practice, Jack clerked for the Honorable Ann Aiken, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon. Jack remains active in the District of Oregon, where he currently serves as a member of the Local Rules Advisory Committee. He also serves on the National Board of Directors for the Federal Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, as well as the local Board of Directors for the Oregon Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. Additionally, he is an elected member of the Oregon State Bar House of Delegates.

“Jack is an excellent addition to our firm,” said Managing Partner Gordy Welborn. “His varied experience and legal community involvement speak to the high quality of his work. We look forward to watching him become an important part of our team at Hart Wagner.”

Jack received his bachelor’s degree from Chapman University, and went on to receive his law degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. He is admitted to practice in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. In his free time, he enjoys running, hiking, and visiting historic lighthouses.

On Friday, February 8th, employment law attorney Kimberlee Morrow presented to board members of the Oregon School Boards Association. Her presentation titled, “Challenging Workplace Issues:  Handling Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Claims,” discussed effective strategies for creating a safe work environment that rejects harassment.  Special emphasis was given to recent trends in harassment and employment law claims. She also addressed ethical guidelines for public officials, as outlined in the Oregon Government Ethics Law, a Guide for Public Officials.