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Published Quarterly by Oregon Women Lawyers Volume 27, No. 1 Winter 2016 Portland City Attorney’s Office Earns OWLS Workplace Leader Award By Heather Bowman t the OWLS Fall CLE on AOctober 16, In This Issue OWLS presented its 2015 Workplace Workplace Leader Award Leader Award to the Portland City OWLS Fall CLE Attorney’s Office. President’s Message The award was accepted by Portland Upcoming OWLS Events City Attorney Tracy Reeve. Volunteer Award The Workplace Leader Award Roberts, Deiz Awards The Portland City Attorney’s Office has earned the Workplace Leader Award. recognizes a legal Sylvia Stevens Retires employer that is making effective efforts to provide meaningful opportunities for women and minorities to succeed in the workplace and to advance to positions of influence and leadership. Justice Nakamoto OWLS recognizes that the Portland City Attorney’s Office has stepped up its efforts to promote the Public Speaking Series values of equity and diversity in its own office and staff relationships, and in its work with clients, and hopes that those efforts will increasingly translate into increased numbers of minority attorneys Lane County CLE and staff throughout the office, particularly in leadership positions. The following programs at the Continued on page 16 Rainmaking Dinner Salem Networking Event OWLS Fall CLE Offers Advice for Lawyers Clackamas Events Seeking a Reprieve from Overwhelm ABA President Brown By Sandra Fraser Judges’ Forum ime pressures on working parents have research into an issue that is unique to Ameri- QB Honors Judges never been higher. As millennial values cans—despite long work hours and one of the Tdemand that parents play a larger role lowest work-life balance indexes in the world, Judge Menchaca in their children’s education and home life, all our productivity lags behind other developed working parents face the discomfort that comes countries. She described her own “scattered, Working Parents from trying to balance work with family. On fragmented, and exhausting life” as a working Book Review October 16, OWLS confronted these issues in our mother, and her shock when time-use researcher Fall CLE, entitled “Make It Work: From Frenzied John Robinson told her that his research showed Linda Tomassi Honored to Fulfilled.” Keynote speakers Brigid Schulte that working mothers have an average of 30 and Pat Gillette discussed changes affecting the hours per week of leisure. The leisure time to OSB Honors workplace and strategies for working in a way which Mr. Robinson referred didn’t appear in Meet Maya Crawford that is more fulfilling and more productive. large blocks; it was composed of smaller chunks OWLS President Elizabeth Milesnick kicked off of “time confetti,” moments of downtime oc- OWLS Chapter Summit the CLE, held in Portland, by introducing Brigid curring throughout the day. Schulte, the first speaker. Ms. Schulte, a Pulitzer Ms. Schulte explained that the real problem MLLS Luncheon Prize–winning journalist for The Washington isn’t a lack of time. It’s the negative percep- Thank you Post and author of Overwhelmed: Work, Love, tion most of us have of leisure time. Americans and Play When No One Has Time, discussed her Continued on page 12

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 1 WINTER 2016 sector of society to the Convention’s President’s Message formulation of women’s international human right to equality. This political n Decem- resistance has also consistently blocked Ober 11, a efforts to pass an Equal Rights Amend- United Na- ment, which would entrench women’s tions working right to equality in the US Constitution.” group on legal It is sobering to hear the truth set forth discrimina- so starkly by a group of individuals with President tion against no stake in the American political process: Elizabeth Tedesco Milesnick women, led there are massive and powerful forces Vice President, President-Elect by Eleonora within our system of national govern- Laura Craska Cooper Zielinska of ment that have successfully prevented the Secretary Poland, an- concept of gender equality from being Hon. Allison Boomer Elizabeth T. Milesnick nounced its canonized in U.S. law. Such opposition is Treasurer findings fol- often justified as support for “traditional Angela Franco Lucero lowing a ten-day tour of the United gender roles” or as an effort to avoid Historian Amber Hollister States, which included meetings in Wash- “frivolous” litigation. ington DC and visits to Alabama, Oregon, As one would expect, institutional- Board Members Jacqueline Alarcón and Texas. The findings are both shocking ized inequality has a devastating effect Megan Burgess and unsurprising at the same time. on the role of women in the workplace Maya Crawford The group wrote, “We acknowledge and in the U.S. economy as a whole. The Kristina Holm Susan Bradley Krant the United States’ commitment to liberty, working group observed that although Katharine Lozano so well represented by the Statue of Lib- women constitute nearly half of the work Hon. Valeri Love erty which symbolizes both womanhood Aruna Masih force and have been an important factor Banafsheh Violet Nazari and freedom. Nevertheless, in global in driving the last decades of economic Jennifer Nicholls context, US women do not take their growth, their labor force participation Susan Pitchford Kristin Sterling rightful place as citizens of the world’s “is not accompanied by equal economic Amanda Thorpe leading economy, which has one of the opportunity.” The working group high- Val Tomasi highest rates of per capita income.” It lighted that the gender wage gap is 21% Gloria Trainor Jim Yocom noted, “In the US, women fall behind and that “[d]espite the existence of the international standards as regards their 1963 Equal Pay Act and Title VII, federal Past Presidents Kendra Matthews public and political representation, their law does not require equal pay for work Kathleen Rastetter economic and social rights and their of equal value.” Megan Livermore health and safety protections.” Heather L. Weigler Wage theft, mistreatment of domestic Concetta Schwesinger The group noted that although the U.S. workers, and the low minimum wage also Gwyneth McAlpine government has repeatedly committed serve to exaggerate the wage gap and Heather Van Meter Laura Caldera Taylor to ratify the Convention on the Elimina- disadvantage women. And the group Kellie Johnson tion of All of Forms of Discrimination was “shocked by the lack of mandatory Norma S. Freitas Against Women (CEDAW), it has not yet standards for workplace accommodation Kate A. Wilkinson Jennifer K. De Wald done so, leaving our country one among for pregnant women, post-natal mothers Sarah J. Crooks only seven other nations—including Iran, and persons with care responsibilities, Elizabeth Schwartz Somalia, and Sudan—that have failed which are required in international hu- Lori E. Deveny Debra Pilcher Velure to ratify CEDAW. The treaty provides a man rights law.” Marilyn E. Litzenberger clear, comprehensive, and internationally Although, as we know, the 1993 Teresa M. Kraemer recognized legal definition of gender Family and Medical Leave Act provides Patricia L. Heatherman Julie Levie Caron discrimination as “any distinction, ex- employees with the right to take unpaid, Phylis Chadwell Myles clusion or restriction made on the basis job-protected leave of 12 workweeks in a Helle Rode of sex which has the effect or purpose 12-month period, including for the birth Diana Craine Kathryn M. Ricciardelli of impairing or nullifying the recogni- of a child and to care for the newborn Agnes Sowle tion, enjoyment or exercise by women, child within one year of birth, many em- Katherine H. O’Neil irrespective of their marital status, on a ployees are not covered by the law, and Executive Director basis of equality of men and women, of even for those who are covered, “this Linda Tomassi executivedirector@ human rights and fundamental freedoms provision falls far beneath international oregonwomenlawyers.org in the political, economic, social, cultural, human rights standards, which require Editor civil or any other field.” that maternity leave must be paid leave, Elise Gautier The working group observed that with best practice being the provision of [email protected] “[r]esistance to ratification of CEDAW additional paid leave for fathers too.” www.oregonwomenlawyers.org reflects the opposition of a powerful Continued on next page

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OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 2 WINTER 2016 The working group emphasized that this country “is one of only two countries in the world without a mandatory paid Upcoming OWLS Events maternity leave for all women workers” nomah County Detention Center. Meet and that “it as vital that 14 weeks paid Queen’s Bench Luncheons Queen’s Bench luncheons are chang- at the center, 1120 SW 3rd Ave., 1st floor. maternity leave for pregnancy birth and ing location in 2016. They will be at the post natal related needs be guaranteed U.S. Courthouse, 1000 SW Third Avenue, Lawyers’ Association of for all women workers in public and Courtroom 9B, in Portland. You will need Washington County private employment.” The group recom- photo ID for courthouse security, and Meet with the Washington County Bar mends that such leave be paid from a remember to leave your pepper spray Association New Lawyers Division on the social security fund that does not impose at the office. third Wednesday of each month, from 8 the direct burden on employers, and that Bag lunches will be catered by New City to 9:30 a.m., at Manaia Coffee House and the public budget should also “provide Kitchen, a local nonprofit organization Island Grill in Hillsboro. The next meetings childcare, after-school and also elder and offering employment opportunities to are on Jan. 20, Feb. 17, and March 16. disabled facilities, which are affordable those seeking a second chance. The cost and accessible, to allow adults with care OWLS Leadership Committee of lunch is $12 ($5 for students). Buy a responsibilities, women and men, to work single ticket or an annual pass online, at Public Speaking Skills Series in full time employment.” www.owlsqueensbench.org. Upcoming Wednesday, Feb. 3, 5:30 p.m. Importantly, the working group found luncheons will address these topics: Featuring Hon. Darleen Ortega that the effects of poverty and gender Jan. 12: We Can Do More to Stop Sex Downtown Portland inequality in the U.S. economy are felt Trafficking in Multnomah County, featur- This is the first in a six-part workshop disproportionately by ethnic minorities, ing Erin Ellis, executive director of the designed to build public speaking skills. single parent families, and older women, Sexual Assault Resource Center (SARC). The sessions, to be held in Portland, will and that “[p]overty may result in home- Feb. 9: We Can Do More to Stop Gang focus on practice and feedback. Applica- lessness which exposes women to higher Violence in Multnomah County, featuring tion will be made for CLE credit. levels of violence and vulnerability.” Antoinette Edwards, Portland Office of Sessions will be held on three Wednes- With respect to the economic portion Youth Violence Prevention. days, Feb. 3, March 2, and April 6, at 5:30 p.m. of its findings, the working group con- March 8: Celebrating Women’s History and on three Fridays, Feb. 19, March 18, cluded—powerfully—that “the United Month (panel discussion). and April 22, at 8 a.m. [For details, please States, as economic leader of the world, April 12: We Can Do More to Help see page 7.] lags behind in providing a safety net Women in Prison. A tour of the Mult- Continued on page 4 and a decent life for those of its women who do not have access to independent wealth, high salaries or economic support from a partner or family.” Of course, we have and will continue to seek to improve conditions for women at a local level. Notably, Oregonians voted in 2014 to amend the state constitution to include an equal rights amendment, and Portland is part of the “Cities for CEDAW” movement, to try to create momentum at the national level for treaty ratification. And on the most local level, the pages of the AdvanceSheet highlight OWLS’ initia- tives—new and longstanding—to address best practices in the workplace, the wage gap, and ways to increase women’s stake in Oregon legal communities. It is nonetheless discouraging—to say the absolute least—to hear from a group of informed experts that this nation lacks even the most basic building blocks for gender equality, in and beyond the workplace. It reminds us to think big as we seek to challenge assumptions about what and where we should be, how much we are worth, and which of us get left behind.

Elizabeth Tedesco Milesnick President, Oregon Women Lawyers

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 3 WINTER 2016 Heather Weigler Receives Volunteer Service Award By the Honorable Jill Tanner eather L. Weigler was presented to encourage women lawyers to increase who vol- the Katherine H. O’Neil Volunteer their participation in politics and public unteers to HService Award during the OWLS policy discussions. Since 2009 Heather has promote Fall CLE, held on October 16 at the Hilton served on the OWLS Judicial Work Group, women in Hotel in downtown Portland. which assists OWLS members interested the legal Heather has volunteered hundreds of in seeking judicial appointments. She profes- hours to advance OWLS’ mission since her currently co-chairs that group. Heather sion and is arrival in Oregon in 2006. First she joined demonstrated her commitment to seeing named for the Mary Leonard Law Society (MLLS), more women lawyers in elective office by Katherine then became an MLLS board member, taking a leave of absence from her job as H. O’Neil, and then was elected MLLS president. an assistant attorney general to manage who was Between 2007 and 2010, Heather held Ellen Rosenblum’s primary campaign for the found- various OWLS offices and served as an attorney general in 2012. Heather’s ef- ing presi- OWLS board member before she became forts resulted in the successful election of dent of OWLS president in 2011. Oregon’s first woman attorney general. OWLS in 1989 and the first recipient Heather is a volunteer who knows how Heather’s volunteer activities extend to of this award 20 years later, in 2009. to motivate and to lead—she is a doer. the national level. She served as OWLS The award is given for at least eight No project is too small or too large for liaison to the National Association of cumulative years of service to OWLS, an Heather. She currently writes articles for Women Judges and as executive assistant OWLS chapter, the OWLS Foundation, or the OWLS AdvanceSheet, chairs the OWLS to the chair of its 2008 national confer- national organizations dedicated to sup- Working Parents Advocacy Subcommit- ence, held in Portland. porting women in the legal profession. tee, and co-chairs the 2016 Roberts-Deiz “I’m grateful to OWLS for all of the This special volunteer service award has Dinner Committee. opportunities it has presented to me for been given to four other women—Terri Heather is an innovative volunteer skill-building, networking, and making Kraemer, Phylis Myles, Laurie Craghead, who looks for ways to place women a difference. I’ve gotten much more out and Kathryn Smith Root—who have tire- and minorities in leadership positions. of OWLS than I’ve given,” said Heather. lessly volunteered to promote women in Inspired by Hillary Clinton’s 2008 presi- “I look forward to continuing my service the legal profession and continue to work dential campaign, Heather founded the to the OWLS mission and its members.” on behalf of each of us. OWLS Leadership Committee’s Political The Katherine H. O’Neil Volunteer The Honorable Jill Tanner will receive the Leadership Series, which was designed Service Award is given to an individual Justice Betty Roberts Award on March 11.

For more information about OWLS chapters and activities, please visit www.oregonwomenlawyers.org. Upcoming OWLS Events continued from page 3

Support OWLS’ work Lane County Women Lawyers 2016 Roberts-Deiz Awards Dinner by placing an ad in the “Getting What You’re Worth: What Friday, March 11 Every Attorney Should Know About Portland Art Museum OWLS AdvanceSheet. Salary Negotiations” Award recipients: Kellie Johnson Feb. 19, 11:45 a.m., $18 and the Honorable Jill Tanner Shedd Institute for the Arts To sponsor the dinner, contact 868 High Street, Eugene Linda Tomassi at OWLS. Panelists: Yumi O’Neil, Cambia Health So- 2016 Title Sponsor: lutions; Darci Van Duzer Heroy, Amitrius Keating Jones Hughes Coaching & Consulting; Bonnie Williams, The Ford Family Foundation. Women’s Wellness Retreat Through an interactive format with for Lawyers candid discussions, information will be April 8 and 9 presented to help you know what you are Hallmark Resort and Spa, Cannon Beach Contact us “worth,” including examples of strategies This will be the ninth annual retreat at 503.841.5758 or for successful compensation negotiations. for women sponsored by OWLS and the Buffet lunch starts at 11:45 a.m.; panel OAAP. executivedirector@ discussion starts at noon. Seating is lim- oregonwomenlawyers.org. ited. Parking permits will be provided. OWLS 2016 Fall CLE Register by Feb. 12 with Debra Velure, Friday, Sept. 23 at [email protected] Courtyard Marriott or 541.225.2904. SW Fifth and Oak, Portland

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 4 WINTER 2016 Hon. Jill Tanner and Kellie Johnson to Be Honored at Roberts-Deiz Awards Dinner on March 11 By Gloria Trainor he Honorable Jill Tanner, for- provide unas- mer presiding magistrate of suming, sage Tthe Oregon Tax Court, has been advice. “I can’t selected to receive the 2016 Justice Betty think of any Roberts Award for the promotion of other person women in the law and the community. who has been Kellie Johnson, assistant disciplinary as instrumental counsel for the Oregon State Bar, will in transforming receive the Judge Mercedes Deiz Award the new gen- for the promotion of minorities in the law eration of the and the community. The award recipients tax bar. Many will be honored at the 24th Roberts-Deiz new female tax Awards celebration on Friday, March 11, attorneys who at the Portland Art Museum. would have The Justice Betty Roberts Award honors left to practice any Oregon-licensed attorney who has in bigger cities made an outstanding contribution to remain in Or- promoting women in the legal profession egon because Photo: Mike Reynolds, Dreams in Bloom Photography and the community. of her influence The Honorable Jill Tanner (left) and Kellie Johnson Jill Tanner began her tenure with the and the influence of the women she has Judges. In 2015, she received the Oregon Magistrate Division of the Oregon Tax mentored,” said one attorney. Woman of Achievement Award from the Court in 1997, the year of the division’s Jill’s talent and service has not been Oregon Commission for Women. inception. In 2002, she became the without recognition. In 2006, she received Justice Betty Roberts was a strong presiding magistrate, the first—and to the Tax Court Judge of the Year award but humble leader, tirelessly promot- date, the only—woman in that role. On at the National Conference of State Tax ing women in the legal profession and December 31, she retired from the court, Continued on page 6 concluding more than 18 years of service. Jill’s leadership reaches much further than the courtroom. Her résumé demonstrates decades of service on various OWLS, Oregon State Bar, and local bar organization committees. She served on the OWLS Board of Directors for four years, and from 2005 to 2007, she was president of the Mary Leonard Law Society, the OWLS chapter in Salem. For almost a decade, she has been on the OSB Board of Bar Examiners. Before that, she served on the OSB Disciplinary Board for seven years. Currently, she is a member of the OSB Diversity and Inclusion Judi- cial Mentorship Program. The foregoing are just a few of the many committees and boards on which Jill serves or has served. Perhaps the most important facet of Jill’s leadership, however, is her direct, personal, and thoughtful mentorship. In a practice area in which women are particularly underrepresented, her mentorship has directly affected the ability of many young women to practice tax law in Oregon. In the nomination material, many attorneys shared personal stories of the way in which their lives and careers were touched by her encouragement, promotion, and ability to listen and

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 5 WINTER 2016 Roberts, Deiz Award Recipients continued from page 5 creating opportunities for women in the Outside of her day job, Kellie has en- with whom she generously spends her law and elsewhere. Jill Tanner exemplifies gaged in community outreach on many time have never met a lawyer before, let these same traits and abilities. It is with levels. Her résumé includes service on the alone a lawyer of color, and her presence honor that OWLS presents the Justice Lane County Human Rights Commission, and mentorship are invaluable to them. Betty Roberts Award to the Honorable the OWLS Board of Directors, and the To the more seasoned attorneys and com- Jill Tanner. Oregon State Bar Board of Governors. munity members, Kellie provides inspira- The Judge Mercedes Deiz Award recog- She is a past president of OWLS. tion to raise our collective consciousness nizes any Oregon-licensed attorney who In 2014, Kellie was appointed by the and work toward meeting at a place of has made an outstanding contribution to Washington County Board of Commis- mutual understanding about the count- promoting minorities in the legal profes- sioners to serve as a civil service commis- less benefits of celebrating diversity. sion and the community. sioner. As such, she adjudicates county Judge Mercedes Deiz made an inspiring After clerking for Lane County Circuit employees’ adverse management deci- contribution to promoting minorities in Court Judge Pierre Van Rysselberghe, sions. Kellie also serves as a community the legal profession and the community. Kellie Johnson began her career as a pros- advisor to the county’s Affirmative Action Her legacy has guided many minority law- ecutor in Lane County. She approached Program. Since 2012, she has served as a yers, who have all too often been made her career with the same wisdom and Prison Advisory Committee (PAC) member to feel as though they are the “other” advice that has been uplifting to the new and PAC co-chair at Coffee Creek Cor- in the room. Many of Kellie’s colleagues lawyers and young community members rectional Facility. She also coaches the and mentees say that if she’s around, she she has mentored: minorities and women Jefferson High School mock trial team. doesn’t let that happen. OWLS thanks can have thriving legal careers in Oregon; It may seem surprising, given all those Kellie for helping to advance our mission to do so, one need only blaze his or her activities, that one of Kellie’s mentees says of promoting women and minorities in own path. that she is “[n]ever too busy to support the law, and it is with honor that the or- After five years as a Lane County and encourage women and minorities in ganization presents the Judge Mercedes prosecutor, Kellie went to work for the their personal and professional goals.” Deiz Award to Kellie Johnson for her Multnomah County District Attorney’s But somehow, she isn’t. Kellie tirelessly outstanding work promoting minorities Office for eight years. In 2010, she tran- serves as a role model for minority stu- in the law and the community. sitioned to the Oregon State Bar, where dents and new attorneys, motivating Gloria Trainor is a family law and personal she currently serves as assistant disciplin- young people with her energy and in- injury practitioner at Summer Trainor PC ary counsel. spirational stories. Many of the students in Portland and an OWLS board member. Sylvia Stevens Retires

OWLS member Sylvia Stevens retired as executive director of the Oregon State Bar in December, after a 23-year career at the OSB. The OSB Board of Governors presented her with a cartoon by Jack Ohman at a retirement celebration. The OSB’s new executive director is OWLS member Helen Hierschbiel, who had been the OSB’s general counsel.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 6 WINTER 2016 Lynn Nakamoto OWLS Public Speaking Appointed to Oregon Supreme Court Skills Series Begins Feb. 3 By Marisa Moneyhun n January 1, OOWLS member his new year, invest in yourself by developing your public speaking skills. Lynn R. Nakamoto In response to requests from OWLS members, the OWLS Leadership Com- took a seat on the Tmittee will host a six-part Public Speaking Skills Series. Developing strong Oregon Supreme public speaking skills will help you achieve your personal and professional goals. Court, having been This workshop, which starts Feb. 3, expands a shorter four-part series on public appointed by Gov. speaking hosted by the OWLS Leadership Committee in May 2015. Each of those Kate Brown to fill four sessions focused on one aspect of public speaking, such as the effective use of the vacancy created visual aids, elevator pitches, and persuasive arguments. Based on member feedback, by the retirement the Leadership Committee is hosting the more in-depth workshop to fine-tune the of Justice Virginia L. Linder. Nakamoto, fundamentals of public speaking while helping members find their authentic speak- the first Asian Pacific American to serve ing styles. on the Oregon Supreme Court, was ap- A session of the 2016 Public Speaking Skills Series will be held in Portland twice pointed to the Oregon Court of Appeals a month from February 3 through April 22. Each session will last 90 minutes and by Gov. Ted Kulongoski. Before that, include a brief instructional period followed by practice, practice, and more practice. she was managing shareholder of the Participants can expect to speak in front of other workshop participants multiple Portland law firm Markowitz Herbold. times in a comfortable learning environment. Detailed and constructive feedback will Congratulations, Justice Nakamoto. be provided to participants in a supportive manner that fosters learning. Through- out the series, participants will be encouraged to develop their individual speaking styles, which will enable them to become stronger public speakers, whether in the Lane County Women boardroom, at trial, or in the community. Lawyers’ Fall CLE These are the dates for the upcoming series: Feb. 3, 5:30 p.m.; Feb. 19, 8 a.m.; March 2, 5:30 p.m.; March 18, 8 a.m.; April 6, 5:30 p.m.; and April 22, 8 a.m. Judge Darleen By Alexandra Hilsher Ortega of the Oregon Court of Appeals will offer suggestions at the Feb. 3 session. n November 13, Lane County Women Contact Linda at OWLS to be put on the email list for more information as details Lawyers, with assistance from the O are finalized. Child and Family Law Association at the University of Oregon School of Law, Marisa Moneyhun, a solo practitioner, is chair of the OWLS Leadership Committee. hosted its 8th annual Fall CLE. The CLE featured a wide variety of presentations by practitioners and judges from around the state. Specifically, Lane County Cir- cuit Court Judge Charles Zennaché, U.S. District Court Judge Michael McShane, and Amber Hollister of the Oregon State Bar presented on the ethics of pro bono representation. Cassie Jones of Gleaves Swearingen in Eugene presented on elder abuse reporting. Ron Silver, formerly with the U.S. Attorney’s Office, presented on the 1964 Freedom Summer. Jake Kamins, Oregon’s animal cruelty DDA, and Sarah “Something tells me Sabri, Lane County DA’s Office, presented for two hours on animal cruelty pros- it’s going to be a good year.” ecution and the link between domestic –Deanna Wray, Managing Partner violence and animal abuse. And Megan Livermore of Hutchinson Cox in Eugene presented on ethical issues related to rep- Bodyfelt Mount is delighted to announce the addition of yet another exceptional trial resenting marijuana-related businesses. attorney to our partnership. On January 1, Bodyfelt Mount’s own Kirstin Abel The CLE also included several raffles transitioned from Of Counsel to Partner. Kirstin’s civil litigation practice focuses of great prizes donated by Thorp, Purdy, Jewett, Urness & Wilkinson in Springfield, on medical malpractice, product liability, and professional liability matters. What a and by Kernutt Stokes; Skin & Soul; way to kick o 2016! Avivital; and Amitrius, all in Eugene. Lane County Women Lawyers donated $500 to the Child and Family Law Association in appreciation of their work on the CLE. BodyfeltMount.com Alexandra Hilsher is an associate at 503.243.1022 Hershner Hunter in Eugene.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 7 WINTER 2016 OWLS Hosts OWLS Networking Event in Salem Rainmaking Dinner By Erin Dawson By Joanna Robinson ome interesting facts you may not know: n Wednesday, November 4, S• 85% of our relationships will be digital OWLS hosted its annual rainmak- by the year 2020. Oing mentor dinner in Portland, • 40% of consumers turn to social media with Cindy to verify a choice before purchasing. Tortorici of • Five out of six millennials connect with The Link LLC companies on social media, and 95% as keynote of those connecting view social media speaker. As (such as Yelp) as the most credible mentors and source of product information. mentees took Surprising? Not to Siouxsie Jennett, Siouxsie Jennett (left) of Mambo Media and Stacey Janes of Surety Solutions their assigned founder and principal of Mambo Media, a seats and Portland-based full-service marketing firm. Siouxsie shared those and other facts in conversations her keynote discussion, titled “Seven Trends That Impact Your Business,” at an OWLS began pour- networking event held on November 18 at the Hallie Ford Art Museum in Salem. ing forth, it Siouxsie develops modern marking strategies for industry leaders like Nokia, HP, Cindy Tortorici became clear OHSU, and the Girl Scouts, and she incorporates new digital trends into launch that the evening would be a true delight campaigns for her clients. Siouxsie tailored her message at the OWLS event to the for all in attendance. And so it was. sometimes digitally reluctant legal professional. She discussed how a mobile-unfriendly Following a welcome and introduc- website not only is unwieldy for the consumer, but will eventually prompt Google to tory remarks by Laura Salerno Owens, remove the website from search results. Siouxsie also encouraged attorneys to join Ms. Tortorici gave a compelling and in- the “inbound marketing” trend by offering timely, content-rich material through teractive presentation on four effective fresh blogs and other helpful resources that build trust with potential clients. rainmaking strategies: Mid–Willamette Valley professionals from fields including banking, financial plan- Show Up. Being present, whether at ning, insurance, law, accounting, and marketing gathered for this relaxed networking industry gatherings or community events, event, held from 5 to 7 p.m. and generously sponsored by Surety Solutions. creates the possibility of rainmaking Organization for the event was led by Salem OWLS members Stephanie Palmblad because it expands one’s ability to at- and Erin Dawson. OWLS Membership Committee co-chairs Megan Burgess and Jennifer tract clients. Nicholls supported the evening’s efforts. Be Memorable. Showing an interest in Erin Dawson is the immediate past president of the Mary Leonard Law Society, the others has the ability to make you stand Salem-area chapter of OWLS. apart from the crowd. Share Your Magic. Stating why you are unique in what you do will help others Clackamas Women Lawyers Events remember you. Follow Up. Ms. Tortorici encouraged us to think about this final point as a culmination of our character, commitment, and discipline, all of which lead us to effectively develop the relationships we begin. For the rest of the evening, OWLS members shared with each other helpful approaches and rainmaking strategies based on experience. Advice ranged from Photos: Jennifer and Josh Dalglish tips for creating unique business cards to From left: Alec and Angela Laidlaw; CWLS board members Jacqueline Alarcón, treating rainmaking as a lifestyle. There Bonnie Cafferky Carter, Ericka Langone, Robin Day, and Jennifer Dalglish was also mention of how crucial it is to n November 17, Clackamas On December 4, Alec and Angela understand business markets so as to gain Women Lawyers (CWLS) hosted Laidlaw graciously hosted the Clackamas credibility and trust with clients. a two-hour CLE entitled “Taking Women Lawyers’ annual holiday party at Overall, the theme that seemed to O Care of Business: Avoiding Ethics and their home in West Linn. The new CWLS resonate most was that rainmaking is Malpractice Traps” in Lake Oswego. Steve board was announced and welcomed by relationship building, with people and Carpenter of the OSB Professional Liabil- the many guests in attendance. Over $375 positive communication at its core. ity Fund (PLF), discussed the malpractice in donations and clothing were collected OWLS thanks Markowitz Herbold, Proc- coverage offered by the PLF, how to avoid for the benefit of the Clackamas Clothes tor Law, and Tomasi Salyer Baroway for malpractice issues, and what to do if you Closet and the Clackamas Council of PTAs making this event possible. think you’ve made a mistake or encounter Clothes Closet. Joanna Robinson is a judicial law clerk issues. The CLE was followed by a short CWLS thanks everyone for another at the Multnomah County Circuit Court . social and CWLS board meeting. great year!

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 8 WINTER 2016 ABA President Paulette Brown at CLE on Implicit Bias By Shaun Morgan

n October 26, OWLS members Judge Nelson had encouraged at- and members of the Multnomah tendees to take, before attending the OBar Association packed a room CLE, an online implicit-association test at the Sentinel hotel in Portland to at- developed by Harvard researchers. Most tend a panel discussion on implicit bias attendees reported being surprised by in the legal system. The term implicit the results, indicating that they may bias refers to stereotypes and attitudes have been unaware of their own biases regarding certain classifications or groups against racial minorities as revealed by that people often have and act upon the online test. The panelists explained without being aware of them. The panel that these inherent and subconscious was moderated by Multnomah County attitudes toward minorities can lead Circuit Court Judge Adrienne Nelson, to “micro-inequities,” or subtle acts of and the panelists included ABA President unintentional discrimination. Paulette Brown, Professor Erik Grivan of A particularly moving exchange oc- the University of Oregon School of Law, curred when a minority attendee asked and City of Portland Human Rights Direc- ABA President Brown how to address tor Dante James. discriminatory comments and micro- Paulette Brown is the first African inequities in the workplace. Ms. Brown American woman to serve as president encouraged the attendee to engage in of the American Bar Association. Based in “a little innocent stalking” of her co- ABA President Paulette Brown Morristown, NJ, she is a partner at Locker workers, by, for example, looking at their Lord, a national law firm. Her practice fo family photos to find out what she had in cuses on labor and employment law and common with them. Ms. Brown explained leaders to take steps within their respec- commercial litigation. She has held promi- that people must be intentional about tive organizations to actively address nent legal positions as in-house counsel finding commonality with others. She also diversity issues. for Fortune 500 companies and has also expressed her frustration with the pace Shaun Morgan practices environmen- served as a municipal court judge. She has of diversity inclusion in the workplace, tal and civil defense litigation at Rizzo personally mentored women and minor- and asked law firm and organizational Mattingly Bosworth in Portland. ity lawyers, promoting the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Erik Grivan is a professor of psychology and the law, whose research has focused on examining the impact of bias, racial attitudes, and stereotypes in the legal system. Prof. Grivan has a JD and a PhD in psychology. His research has shown that patterns of implicit bias exist in the legal system. His review of jury verdicts, for example, has shown that white plaintiffs typically receive higher awards than minority plaintiffs for the same injury. Dante James has over 25 years’ expe- MEDIATION rience in nonprofit, legal, and political A RBITR A TION work in the areas of social justice, civil rights, and government contracting. He has worked as an attorney in private 25 years civil and criminal practice and as a public defender. Before trial experience. moving to Portland, he was the executive director of the City of Denver’s Affirma- tive Action Program, promoting minority and women business entrepreneurship. Mr. James now serves as the director of the Portland Office of Equity and Human MULLEN ADR Rights, and he says the office has made [email protected] significant strides in promoting diversity by focusing not on the individual inten- 503-901-6199 tions of the dominant culture toward minorities, but on the disparate outcomes Molly Jo Mullen faced by minorities who are held back by institutional biases.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 9 WINTER 2016 hen I was in law school, my THE JUDGES’ FORUM ethics professor, who was also Wa priest, told his eager students that service to the law was a noble profession. That was my orientation to the practice of law almost 32 years ago, and it has been my cornerstone since then. During the past 32 years, I have had the great fortune to experience many By Judge Lindi L. Baker types of law and, in doing so, have had Presiding Judge contact with many unforgettable people. Josephine County Circuit Court I started out as a staff attorney for the California Supreme Court, handling complicated issues, and it is the court criminal appellate cases that introduced that must see that this is accomplished. me to the greatest of legal concepts but Over the years, I felt that it was of the darkest of criminal activity. I then had personal importance for me to keep track the privilege of practicing in a large San of the most moving of my experiences on The Honorable Lindi L. Baker Francisco law firm, where I was deeply the bench. To do this, I have a file that I involved with major national and interna- have labeled my “Never Forget” file. In Most judges probably will agree that tional deals and the finest “white gloved” it, I have kept my personal reminders of drugs and alcohol find some place in the litigation cases, most of which gained the human-condition cases that will be majority of cases we see in our courts. commonplace recognition by the general with me forever. I will never forget these Abuse of drugs or alcohol is at the root public. Then, it was a cultural shock to go cases, as they have become a part of who of most of our crimes, and anything that from a law firm of 400 attorneys to one I am as a judge today. can be done to address this issue also of four in a small-town law office, where Unfortunately, I have presided over so affects other areas of our justice system. I really got to know my clients and had many court proceedings during which Our drug court has been in operation the personal opportunity to assist them the courtroom was filled with family and for almost 20 years. As a drug court judge, with a full range of problems. Those loved ones of young people who were I work closely with a team of profession- opportunities provided me with training killed in car crashes caused by intoxicated als including the prosecutor, the defense and experience that far exceeded any law drivers. I have read letters from family attorney, the probation officer, the treat- school curriculum and, I believe, gave me members and solemnly listened to their ment provider, and law enforcement to the patience and perseverance necessary grief-ridden stories as they attempted to make sure that wrap-around services, to sit as a circuit court judge. assuage their broken hearts and also to supervision, and treatment are provided Now, after completing my 14th year plea for the defendant to get help so that to each drug court participant. We follow on the bench, having started out first as he or she would never kill again. I have nationally recognized best practices and a compensated pro-tem judge and then mourned over obituaries of children and evidence-based procedures to make sure moving through the appointment and adults who had some contact with the that we have the best possible results. election processes, I can look back on court and then lost battles in which there And we have achieved outstanding re- those years and consider all the differ- was no answer or solution. Some losses sults, which have significantly reduced ent types of cases I have heard and the were at the hands of an abusive parent; recidivism rates and improved public changes that have taken place in our other individuals decided that their lives safety. judicial system over that period of time. were just too painful to continue, as a Additionally, drug courts provide a In a smaller court, judges, of course, result of drug addiction, emotional col- sense of personal gratification for all handle all types of cases. We do not lapse, or something else. There are also those involved. What value, for example, necessarily have the opportunity to spe- the senseless assaults and murder cases would you give to someone’s experienc- cialize in any particular area but must in which the victims’ families just want to ing a sober Christmas for the first time be able to handle whatever appears on understand why things happened the way in decades? The value is impossible to our docket on any given day. While the they did, and the defendants sometimes define, but I have seen great joy in the legal issues are often challenging, they remorsefully cry and pray that they could eyes of our participants. are not necessarily the most taxing of a go back to relive those fateful days over I am fortunate to work with remark- judge’s responsibilities. again and make different choices. able professionals, including my fellow During the course of the day-to-day After years of this, we sometimes won- judges, our court staff, and local attor- docket, a judge is also faced with the der how many times one can look into neys. Serving as a circuit court judge is human side of the cases before us. That the abyss. That is why, in my professional the hardest job I have ever had. It is not a is, we face the most extreme of all human world, I know that I must always seek to 9-to-5 job—it is a calling. The values that conditions in our work from the bench. recognize that there is a positive side keep me going run deep and allow me to Let’s face it, most individuals do not come to our work in addition to the negative be able to walk into that courtroom every to the courthouse for pleasurable pur- side. The most enduring positive side day and deal with the matters described poses; they come to have difficult issues that I have found is in my work with the above. To know that as a judge I am able resolved. Whether in the criminal court Josephine County Drug Court, work that to make a difference, one case at a time, or the civil court, the people who are has provided me with great professional is what makes this profession the noble before us generally are trying to unravel accomplishment and satisfaction. profession that it is.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 10 WINTER 2016 Queen’s Bench Honors Oregon’s Women Judges By Joanna Robinson ueen’s Bench, the OWLS chapter in Portland, celebrated on De- Qcember 8 its 25th anniversary of honoring women judges at its holiday luncheon. Held this year in the beautiful Governor Ballroom at the Sentinel hotel in Portland, this well-attended event provides an annual opportunity to celebrate judges for their ongoing public service. The highly anticipated announcements of the 2016 recipients of the Justice Betty Roberts and Judge Mercedes Deiz Awards were made early in the program, and resounding applause followed as the Honorable Jill Tanner and Kellie Johnson were named recipients of the awards, respectively. [Please see story on page 5.] They will be celebrated at the OWLS Roberts-Deiz Awards Dinner on March 11. The keynote speaker at the Queen’s Bench luncheon was the Honorable Susan P. Graber of the Ninth Circuit Court of Ap- peals. She recounted significant achieve-

ments by women lawyers in Oregon over 3 photos: Mike Reynolds, Dreams in Bloom Photography Photo: Teresa Statler Photo: Teresa the past 25 years. Judge Graber said she At the Queen’s Bench luncheon on December 8, clockwise from top left: had recently been shown a copy of a Judge Susan P. Graber, the keynote speaker; Courtney Peck, Justice Virginia Linder, 1990 OWLS AdvanceSheet that featured Trudy Allen, Katherine O’Neil; Suleima Garcia, Dana Sullivan, Gosia Fonberg, a picture of her on the front page. [It was Kate von Ter Stegge; Judge Katherine Tennyson (in blue sweater) and friends. the third issue of this newsletter, dated Spring 1990.] With this visual reminder of the progress that has been made since Partners drifting apart? then, she saluted all those who have worked toward greater participation of women in the law. Recalling her own journey from law school to the bench, Judge Graber focused the audience’s attention on the main topic of the afternoon—gender integration. She noted that the last 25 years had been “an era of ‘firsts’ for women.” As she outlined the many positions in which she was the first female to serve, Judge Graber stated modestly that, in most cases, being first was not really that hard. She attributed that ease to the support she had received from strong mentors who believed in her, and she encouraged us all to be strong mentors to young lawyers today. Looking to the future, Judge Graber assured us of her optimism about what the next 25 years will hold for women and men in the legal profession—a future of continued service, greater inclusion, growing diversity, and genuine love of MCGAUGHEY ╫ ERICKSON practicing law. Shareholder Partner LLC Member Disputes Joanna Robinson is a judicial law clerk at the Multnomah County Circuit Court 503-223-7555 1500 SW 1st Ave, Ste 800, Portland 97201 law7555.com in Portland.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 11 WINTER 2016 OWLS Fall CLE continued from page 1 wear “busyness” as a badge of honor. In general, we feel guilty if we’re idle, so even during the time when we could be enjoying a “down” moment, our brains frantically seek something for us to do or think about. That contaminates leisure time, leaving us stressed and exhausted. The consequences of our attachment to busyness affect every aspect of home life and work life. Stress has been linked as a causal element to diabetes, cancer, and inflammation, and it has been shown Top: The CLE speakers, to shrink physical brain size. Rather than from left, were spurring greater productivity, busyness Brigid Schulte squelches it. Ms. Schulte described stud- and Pat Gillette. ies of the brain by neuroscientists which Right: OWLS members show that peak moments of production, attending the CLE included, known as “flow,” occur when the brain from left, Amanda Thorpe, is sufficiently rested and the worker has Mary Dougherty, and Maureen McGee. set aside a concentrated block of time to focus on a single task. Our current Stating that “millennials will trade change from hopeless to hopeful. Ms. attachment to busyness and multitask- money for time,” Ms. Gillette related her Gillette said, “You’ve got power—use it!” ing precludes the brain’s ability to reach observations regarding the way other In closing, Kellie encouraged the audi- the state of flow necessary for peak professional industries have successfully ence to stop making busyness a badge of productivity. That is why we work longer altered policies regarding hourly billing, honor and to turn women’s issues into hours and take fewer vacation days but workplace flexibility, career develop- people’s issues. produce less. ment, and community involvement to The program culminated with the In the second half of her presentation, mirror the values found in the modern presentation of two OWLS awards. The Ms. Schulte discussed the influence of cur- workplace. Ms. Gillette discussed the fact Honorable Jill Tanner of the Oregon Tax rent workplace policies and gender roles, that these issues, traditionally identified Court presented the OWLS Katherine which tend to exacerbate time-use issues as “women’s issues,” were now “people’s H. O’Neil Volunteer Service Award to for working women. She suggested strat- issues,” as more millennial men seek a Heather Weigler, a past president of egies for advancing workplace policies better balance and are willing to leave OWLS and of the Mary Leonard Law that enable better work-life ratios, such an employer if they don’t get what they Society. Heather was honored for the as paid maternity/paternity leave and want. She suggested that attendees seek- hundreds of hours she has volunteered family-friendly policies like job-sharing ing to change workplace policies find to advance the OWLS mission. [Please see and on-site daycare. Ms. Schulte closed sponsors with the power to champion the story on page 4.] her presentation by encouraging attend- conversations, and let go of the notion In a fitting tribute to the topics dis- ees to let go of their need to helicopter- that perfection is necessary. cussed, Heather Bowman presented the parent their children, to strive for quality After Ms. Gillette’s presentation, OWLS 2015 OWLS Workplace Leader Award time rather than Martha Stewart–like Past President Kellie Johnson facilitated to the Portland City Attorney’s Office. perfection, and to see the value of play a question-and-answer session with Ms. [Please see story on page 1.] Portland for both children and adults. Schulte and Ms. Gillette. In response to a City Attorney Tracy Reeve accepted the The program’s second speaker, attorney questions related specifically to work-life award on behalf of the office. Pat Gillette, is a top employment lawyer balance in the legal industry, Ms. Gillette Tracy summarized the office’s histori- for Orrick in San Francisco and currently posited that “real” change will happen cal commitment to equity and diversity, spends much of her time lecturing about when millennials get into positions of which began decades ago with City Attor- modernizing law-firm structure to in- power that enable them to make the ney Jeff Rogers, who allowed attorneys crease the retention of women and mil- changes they want for themselves and to job share and work part time, even lennials. She began her presentation by for newer hires. In the meantime, she during litigation. Tracy reiterated her reviewing the impact of changing values encouraged newer lawyers to collaborate commitment to keeping the momentum on the workplace, noting that a majority more often and to ask for what they going, to ensure an even more diverse of associates at big law firms leave before want, even if they fear the answer is no. and inclusive workplace at the Portland their fifth year, citing the lack of work-life In answering a question regarding City Attorney’s Office and for the com- balance as a reason for their exit. effective advocacy for balance, both munity it serves. Ms. Gillette discussed the results of speakers recommended that attendees The reception following the CLE of- her work with the Opt-In Project, which create awareness of these issues by talk- fered hors d’oeuvres and networking studied practices of other industries ing about them, and use collective power opportunities. with respect to retaining women and to strategize with leaders on ways to Sandra Fraser practices construction and millennials, finding that a key compo- address balance. Ms. Schulte noted that real estate law at Intelekia Law Group nent of workforce retention is balance. this type of advocacy had caused her to in Portland.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 12 WINTER 2016 Judge Ricardo Menchaca: Living a Life of Service By Rachel Lynn Hull orking in the courtroom,” Air Force in 1988. It wasn’t the obvious Menchaca explained Washington path; as a high school student, he had is equally “WCounty Circuit Court Judge struggled to stay focused in the class- passionate Ricardo Menchaca, “I started to become room and “made time for everything but about sports fascinated by the role of the judge. I studying.” The Air Force changed that. and fam- enjoyed litigating very much—there is Basic training, followed quickly by tours ily—he plays never a dull moment. It is an exciting in Desert Shield and Desert Storm, taught basketball, and challenging career. Being a judge him to be disciplined and punctual, and follows the allows me to remain in the courtroom lent a newfound sense of obligation and Beavers and and help people with legal problems at responsibility. His successful service led the Blazers, the same time—truly the best of both to selection for a post at the Pentagon and starts worlds for me.” after he returned to the United States, most days at As a judge in the Washington County where opportunities to interact with the gym lift- Juvenile Court, Judge Menchaca handles high-level military officials sparked an ing weights a daily docket of delinquency and de- interest in politics. or running. Judge Ricardo Menchaca pendency cases, cases that “can have a After an honorable discharge from the He recently tremendous impact on people’s lives.” U.S. Air Force in 1993, Judge Menchaca moved from fan to coach when his five- He said that the biggest challenge in returned to Oregon and studied political year-old son started playing soccer and his job is a shortage of resources. “As a science at Oregon State University. His basketball, “a new and exciting chapter community, we fall short in mental health decision to attend law school was moti- in my family’s life.” His pride in his fam- beds and affordable housing—especially vated by his resolve to find a career that ily is obvious—he describes his son as for poor people with children.” would help people, along with child- “happy, smart and active,” and his wife Memories of his own happy childhood hood memories of his uncle Loren. An Nicole as the hardest working person lend spirit to this fight. “My mother employment and civil litigation attorney he has ever met. This life of service is a raised three kids on her own and often in Salem, Loren Collins “just enjoyed be- joyful one indeed. held down two jobs. Her love and devo- ing a lawyer, and that made a big impact Rachel Lynn Hull is an attorney for the tion to me and my siblings made me the on me.” Bonneville Power Administration. person I am.” After earning a law degree at Thomas Finding ways to keep children safe M. Cooley Law School in Michigan, Judge and families together is the focus of the Menchaca spent most of his career in Juvenile Court Improvement Program the courtroom, working as a trial at- (JCIP), a federally funded project to im- torney in various capacities—as a solo, prove court practice in child abuse and as an assistant attorney general, and neglect cases. The program, coordinated for Metropolitan Public Defender, an at the state level, seeks to move children insurance company, and two private law TOMASI SALYER BAROWAY toward safety, permanence, and stability firms. When a judicial position opened is pleased to announce that faster, preserve the continuity of family up in Washington County, he was ready relationships, and enhance the ability of for a new role. families to provide for their children’s Judge Menchaca advises young law- needs. yers to “dive in” to as many different Judge Menchaca describes his involve- areas of the law as possible. “The best ment in JCIP as “very fulfilling,” and he lawyers are those that have tried and is optimistic that juvenile services will experienced different areas of law. It continue to get better in Washington can be challenging to constantly have County because of this project and oth- to learn a new area of the law, and it’s ers like it. Alongside “a truly wonderful stressful. However, nowadays a lawyer Eleanor A. DuBay staff,” Judge Menchaca works to achieve that has done a little bit of everything is became a shareholder on January 1, the goals of JCIP by sticking to shorter, a rarity. I personally think that a diverse 2016. Eleanor has been with the stricter timelines in removal cases, ensur- legal background is a recipe for a long, firm since it was founded in June ing that parenting orders are tailored to successful career in the law.” 2012. Her practice will continue the family and address the specific prob- For lawyers with jobs that offer less to focus on representing all types lems at hand, and constantly working variety day to day, Judge Menchaca of secured lenders in consumer to identify more and better community suggests taking on pro bono cases and and commercial matters including resources for families who need them. participating in “DA for a Day” programs general business litigation, foreclo- When Judge Menchaca assumed the and volunteer legal clinics, like St. An- sures, collections and bankruptcies bench in Washington County in Sep- drew’s. “Seek out courtroom experience throughout Oregon, Washington tember 2013, it was the next step in a even if you don’t make a full-time career and Idaho. career, and a life, of service. This life out of litigation. Those skills are useful.” started when he joined the United States Of course, it isn’t just about work. Judge

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 13 WINTER 2016 Working Parents: Talking About Expectations and Priorities By Matthew Colley used to teach high school English. munication helps us know what is coming easier for my wife and me to make deci- Perhaps the best advice I received next and makes it easier to adjust to the sions about who handles what, and for I was “Always tell the students where scheduling catastrophes surprises that how long. you are going.” To teenagers—though come along from time to time. For example, my wife’s work schedule they may not admit it—“What’s going to We started using a shared Google becomes incredibly full and complex in happen next?” is a scary question. In fact, calendar, but it is only a list of coming August and September. She has to get their learning is impeded if the question is events: daycare drop-offs and pickups, to work very early almost every morn- not answered. To “teach,” then, I needed doctors’ appointments, depositions, ing during that time. Because we have to address where the class was going and meetings, and birthdays. While the discussed this, I “get” that I’m going to why, often in greater detail than I had shared calendar is useful, it only facilitates handle all morning duties—getting the initially thought necessary. communication. It is not a substitute for kids dressed, breakfast, walking the first My wife and I have three young chil- communication. Both of us have, on many grader to school, coming back and clean- dren, two careers, and a mortgage. As occasions, believed that communication ing up breakfast, and then dropping the you might expect, and as I’m sure some of had taken place, only to discover later younger kids off at daycare before head- you find in your own attempts to juggle that it had not. ing into the office, only then to notice the personal and professional obligations, Scheduling is important, but so too is hand-shaped yogurt stain on my pants. we often find ourselves just trying to talking about expectations. In the life of a These mornings are stressful. I can get through the day, the week, or the relationship there may be times when one prepare accordingly, though, because month. The trouble with just getting by career will need to be the focus. There I understand what will be expected of like this—always battling the tyranny of may be a need for one person to prioritize me and why. I change how I budget my the immediate—is that you are never re- personal and family matters over work time for projects and plan to arrive at ally aware of what’s going to come next. for a while. Regardless of how a couple work later. I know, too, that soloing in From our experience, we found that decides to prioritize, it is important to the morning for me is temporary, and the only way to maintain our sanity (such have frank conversations on the topic. that as our priorities shift, I will hand the as it is) that does not involve the fruit of I imagine that most couples trying to morning reins over to my wife for a time. the vine is to deliberately communicate balance family and career find that their I don’t want to suggest that simply talk- with one another about our schedules priorities and responsibilities frequently ing about expectations and priorities is a and expectations. This deliberate com- change. For example, it may be easier panacea—it is not, especially when both for one person to stay home when the careers demand attention. But the trick is kids are sick. Later, the other’s workflow to keep the communication broader than may be more conducive to getting a car dates and times. When you have a deeper serviced or attending a parent-teacher understanding of the expectations placed conference. The priorities might change on your partner at work, it is easier to every few months and then revert back have a conversation about who should a few months later. be flexible, how that flexibility should To determine how to prioritize, you work, and for how long. That way, you need to talk about the expectations really will have a better sense for what at your job. This involves two distinct comes next. types of communication. First, you need If you have thoughts or suggestions information about your workplace. It is on how to handle the responsibilities a sad truth that while many employers of practicing law and raising a family, promote work-life balance, the reality is I would encourage you to reach out to something harsher. You may be told “Go the OWLS Working Parents Committee. take care of your kids, no problem” or The committee works to provide educa- “Of course you can work at home” even tion, support, and advocacy, as well as if doing so is actually looked down upon fun social activities, for lawyers who are by the powers that be. Find someone at parenting or contemplating becoming work—a colleague, a former employee, parents. For more information, contact Creative Approaches to a mentor—who can give you the unvar- committee co-chairs Maya Crawford or Complex Problems nished truth about your situation. Amber Hollister. Second, share that information about the unwritten expectations when you Matthew Colley represents individuals, Tier 1 Ranking in the 2015 Edition of discuss priorities with your partner. small businesses, and nonprofits in all Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” Understanding the culture and political types of disputes as an associate at Black realities of our respective jobs makes it Helterline in Portland.

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OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 14 WINTER 2016 Changing Laws, Saving Lives: How to Take on Corporate Giants and Win By Randi McGinn (Trial Guides, 2014, 241 pages) Book Review by Jane Paulson

s a female trial lawyer, it is nice she writes, “young and old, love a good do it all, she says, it’s okay to buy, rather to have female trial lawyer role story.” Her book demonstrates what a than bake, treats for your child’s class or Amodels. Not too long ago, there great storyteller she is. hire a house cleaner once you can afford were very few women trial lawyers, let Randi tells the story of her lawsuit on to. She also covers what to wear in court alone books by women trial lawyers. behalf of the family of a young, single and explains that, like Tom Hanks said Enter Randi McGinn. She has written mother of three who was working alone in A League of Their Own, there is “no a wonderful book about what it takes on the graveyard shift at a convenience crying” in baseball/court. Randi offers to be a great trial lawyer. Randi blends store when she was raped and brutally day-to-day real advice, and it’s refreshing. trial stories with trial and litigation tips, killed. Interspersed throughout the story Another thing we learn about Randi explaining what it takes to be a successful are chapters offering tips and advice on McGinn from her book is that she has trial lawyer, while weaving in the facts how to be better at what we do. Thus a huge heart and cares deeply for her of one heart-wrenching case. The book, every other chapter leaves you wanting clients, another unwritten key to being a Changing Laws, Saving Lives: How to Take to learn more about what happened in great lawyer. She explains that cases can on Corporate Giants and Win, is motivat- the case, and the alternate chapters leave be about changing laws and corporate ing, inspiring, and a quick read—so get you wanting more strategy and tips. practices, not just about money. She yourself a copy and sit down and enjoy! Randi explains what it is like to be a believes in transformative law: what can In the book, Randi talks about the female lawyer, a trial lawyer, and a plain- be done to make a difference, to prevent advice she received from Paul Luvera, a tiff’s lawyer and what it takes to be great. the wrongdoing that caused the death or fabulous trial lawyer from Seattle, right She reminds us of what we all know—it injury, and to help—really help—clients. before she was headed to trial. Paul told takes hard work. But she also talks about Thank you, Randi McGinn, for writing Randi, “Don’t worry, by the end of the how to balance work, life, and family. this book. Every lawyer who wants to be case, they will be more afraid of you Randi honestly discusses how you can better should read it. than you are of them.” Her book will have it all, just not all at the same time. Jane Paulson, at Paulson Coletti Trial Law- give you insight into exactly how right On some days, she explains, something yers, in Portland, is the recipient of the Paul Luvera was. gets shorted. And since we really can’t 2015 OWLS Justice Betty Roberts Award. Randi talks about the work, time, effort, and persistence it takes to be a great trial lawyer and why you need to be a good storyteller. “Human beings,” The Oregon Women Lawyers Foundation, the 501(c)(3) sister organization to OWLS, is proud to focus on educating and OREGON supporting women and minorities in order to further their access to and participation Support OWLS’ work women in the justice system. by placing an ad in the LAWYERS OWLS AdvanceSheet. We fund the Armonica Law Student FOUNDATION Book Grant, the Vernellia R. Randall Bar Exam Grant, the Justice Betty Roberts Leadership Conference Grant, and the Janis Hardman Medical Support Grant.

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OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 15 WINTER 2016 OWLS Executive Director Linda Tomassi Honored by OSB By Rachel Lynn Hull t its annual awards luncheon on programming and discussions. There’s so a couple trips December 10, the Oregon State much to learn and to be done around the every winter ABar presented OWLS Executive Di- experiences of those not in the dominant to backcoun- rector Linda Tomassi with the President’s culture as they relate to practicing law try yurts with Public Leadership Award for service to in Oregon.” a big group. I the Oregon legal community. Linda doesn’t pretend that running like any kind Linda has served as the executive direc- OWLS is easy. “Every job has the oppor- of beach, es- tor of OWLS since 2004. OWLS member tunity for strained relationships. Those pecially one (and fellow OSB honoree) Simon Whang are taxing, and usually push me to grow where I can said of Linda, “She’s like the sixth man a little. It’s also challenging when I find get in the wa- in basketball, playing multiple positions out someone has had an unwelcome ter without a and roles, being versatile, lending help experience at an OWLS event.” But there wetsuit, and Linda Tomassi where needed, adding value to and is also much to enjoy. “The variety of get out and enhancing the team. It’s her spirit, her work, the people I get to help and meet, read, and in, and out, all day long. connections, her energy that make her so the sparks of ideas that volunteers turn She also started bike commuting to unique and valuable, and really elevate into great programs for their colleagues, work in July, and notes that it has had an the law community.” connecting people with resources and unexpected effect on her work. “I’m kind OSB President Richard Spier also other people, watching leaders develop of morbid. Biking is the best way to get praised Linda’s contributions to other and grow—those are some of the most to work when someone doesn’t almost organizations, including working with rewarding aspects of my job. I have a kill me. If I’ve dodged drivers who drive the Citizens’ Utility Board of Oregon good working environment—it feels like stops signs are suggestions, and the (CUB) and the CUB Policy Center, and co- good to do what I do.” big earthquake doesn’t hit while I’m on founding Portland Copwatch to promote It will come as no surprise that Linda’s a bridge, I arrive at the office ready to police accountability. Mr. Spier noted that recreation varies as much as her profes- cause trouble, and clearly invincible.” Linda has “made a personal commitment sional life. “Sometimes, I do absolutely OWLS congratulates the invincible to advancing minority representation in nothing, especially if I’ve had a lot of Linda Tomassi, and warmly thanks her the legal profession.” people interactions. I’m an introvert, and for her service to our organization and During a recent conversation, Linda I need a lot of alone time to recharge. I the legal community. affirmed this commitment. “I’m excited love to cook, and I find it relaxing. Some about the opportunity to bring white/ things are weather dependent, like pad- Rachel Lynn Hull is an attorney for the economic privilege into more of our dle boarding, cross country skiing—I take Bonneville Power Administration.

Workplace Leader Award continued from page 1 Portland City Attorney’s Office are part regular timekeeping. Equity concerns Mandatory Diversity and Equity of those efforts and are examples of are also considered in evaluating legal Programming: All attorneys and staff programs that other employers should issues. These efforts have improved the are required to attend regular training consider making part of their own efforts vocabulary and practice regarding equity sessions that provide education and dis- toward promoting the values of equity issues in the office. cussion about a variety of diversity issues, and diversity. Honors Attorney Program: The City At- ranging from local civil rights history to Strategic Goals: Like many legal em- torney’s Office has instituted a program training on micro-aggressions within the ployers, the City Attorney’s Office has that brings new law school graduates workplace. a written policy aimed at nurturing a into the office and provides them with a Diversity Book Group: The City At- diverse and inclusive workforce. But the meaningful work experience on a limited- torney’s Office has a robust diversity office has taken further steps toward duration basis. The office particularly book club whose participants read and weaving those goals—termed “equity recruits attorneys from underrepresented discuss literature involving the minority goals”—into the fabric of the office and communities, both at local law schools experience in America to raise awareness into the legal services that it provides. and at historically black law schools, and of the challenges facing marginalized City Attorney Tracy Reeve has instituted it has successfully hired minority attorneys communities in our culture and among equity as one of the office’s four strate- to participate in this program. the citizens served by the office. gic goals. Individuals work toward the Hiring Practices: The City Attorney’s Diversity Day: The office schedules goal of equity in a variety of ways. Each Office has a long history of equality in an annual diversity day to celebrate the employee must attend two equity pro- hiring among women and men. Nearly diverse backgrounds of all its employees grams each year, must set goals annually 50% of its attorneys are women, and City by sharing food together. on how he or she will support equity in Attorney Tracy Reeve is the third woman OWLS congratulates the Portland City the workplace, and will have progress on to hold the position. In recent years, the Attorney’s Office for earning the OWLS those goals assessed as part of the em- office has broadened its diversity focus Workplace Leader Award. ployee’s annual review. Attorneys must to include hiring a more diverse work- analyze how their work contributes to force, including hiring ethnic minority Heather Bowman is a partner at Bodyfelt the office’s equity goals as part of their attorneys, gay attorneys, and veterans. Mount in Portland.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 16 WINTER 2016 Oregon State Bar Honors Eight OWLS Members By Rachel Lynn Hull n December 10, the Oregon State Bar (OSB) presented awards Oto eight OWLS members at its annual awards luncheon, held at the Sentinel hotel in Portland. Kimberlee Stafford received the President’s Sustainability Award, which recognizes OSB members who have made significant contributions to the goal of sustainability in the legal profession. Kimberlee was honored for her work on Tonkon Torp’s Sustainability and Space Planning Committees, where she led efforts to ensure that an extensive remodel Counterclockwise from top right: Kimberlee Stafford, reflected green building practices. Kim- Simon Whang, Elizabeth C. Knight, Chanpone Sinlapasai, berlee writes and speaks on sustainability Alycia N. Sykora, Theodore Poole (Judge Nelson’s husband), Judge Adrienne Nelson, Jacquelyn Brown (Judge Nelson’s issues for bar groups and others, and she mother), Judge Katherine Tennyson, Linda Tomassi is a member of the Multnomah County Advisory Committee on Sustainability and Innovation. Linda Tomassi received the President’s Public Leadership Award for her service as executive director of Oregon Women Lawyers and her volunteer service to the community. [Please see story on page 16.] Simon Whang, a Portland deputy city attorney, received the President’s Membership Service Award. This award Statler Six photos: Teresa is presented to Oregon attorneys for Chanpone Sinlapasai, a partner at Hon. Katherine E. Tennyson, also of contributions made to the profession. Marandas & McClellan, spent her early the Multnomah County Circuit Court, Simon was honored as “a model for Bar career helping refugees, at-risk youth, was awarded the Wallace P. Carson, Jr., membership in a way that is entirely domestic violence survivors, and victims Award for Judicial Excellence, a prize for unique, honest, invaluable and com- of human trafficking at the Immigrant Oregon judges who model professional- pletely just ‘Simon’,” including service Refugee Community Organization and ism, integrity, and judicial independence. in multiple roles for the Oregon Asian Catholic Charities. Her efforts did not Among other things, Judge Tennyson was Pacific American Bar Association, the diminish when she entered private honored for her collaborative work in Oregon Minority Lawyers Association, practice, as she has continued to serve starting a first-generation professionals and Oregon Women Lawyers. His OSB the community as a pro bono attorney, group and Guardian Partners, a program service includes terms as bar counsel and as coordinator for Portland’s Refugee that monitors guardianships to prevent co-grader for the bar exam, and work Adjustment Day, and as a volunteer, abuse, neglect, and exploitation of adults for the Leadership College, the Unlawful consultant, or chair on government and and children under guardianship. Practice of Law Committee, the House of nonprofit boards and committees focused Lastly, the Oregon Bench & Bar Com- Delegates, and Opportunities for Law in on crime victim rights and immigration. mission on Professionalism presented its Oregon (OLIO). Hon. Adrienne C. Nelson was awarded Edwin J. Peterson Professionalism Award The President’s Public Service Award the President’s Diversity & Inclusion to OWLS member Alycia N. Sykora, a solo honors attorneys for their commitment Award, which recognizes members who practitioner in Bend. Alycia was honored to public service and pro bono work. have made significant contributions to for her commitment to integrity, her OWLS members Elizabeth C. Knight and the goal of increasing minority repre- “cheerful, courteous and respectful” ap- Chanpone Sinlapasai were honored this sentation in the legal profession. Judge proach, and her leadership at the local year. Elizabeth “has been the inspira- Nelson, of the Multnomah County Circuit and state levels, including bringing her tion for the resurgence of pro bono” at Court, was honored as “a tireless advo- passion for constitutional law into high Dunn Carney, where she is of counsel. cate for diversity and inclusion.” She has schools, colleges, and CLEs. Led by Elizabeth, the firm fully staffs a served on many boards and committees, OWLS congratulates the award recipi- night clinic for Legal Aid Services of Or- spoken at colleges and law schools, ents and thanks them for their dedication egon (LASO) once a month. She is also a worked with individuals through the to the law and to the legal profession volunteer for LASO’s Domestic Violence OSB’s OLIO and New Lawyer Mentoring in Oregon. Project, is a past chair of the OSB’s Client Programs, and conducted trainings on the Security Fund, and has served in multiple concept of privilege for groups including Rachel Lynn Hull is an attorney for the roles for the Multnomah Bar Association. the OSB Board of Governors. Bonneville Power Administration.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 17 WINTER 2016 Meet OWLS Board Member Maya Crawford By Rachele Selvig aya Crawford, an OWLS board today and encourages other lawyers to our mothers member and co-chair of the use their power to challenge things that and grand- MOWLS Working Parents Com- need to be changed and help those who mothers. Not- mittee, has always been passionate about may not otherwise be helped. ing that they public interest work. In June 2015, she Outside of LASO, Maya and her girl- pioneered was hired as the statewide pro bono co- friend, Margaret Peacock, have a one- the way into ordinator at Legal Aid Services of Oregon year-old daughter, Muriel, who is the joy the “box-like” (LASO). The position was revived from its of their lives. Maya loves just hanging out confines of cancellation in 2011 through a generous and playing with her family and spending the old-time grant from Meyer Memorial Trust. In time cooking with Margaret. As co-chair legal profes- this position, Maya helps to coordinate of the OWLS Working Parents Commit- sion, Maya en- approximately 600 private bar attorneys tee, she hopes to shine a spotlight on visions OWLS’ Maya Crawford with pro bono opportunities. She also the experiences of working parents and future not as provides substantive training, mentoring, help the culture of the legal profession helping all lawyers continue to fit into and strategizing assistance to attorneys continue to evolve in recognizing the the “box,” but as helping us demolish on pro bono cases. importance of families. Maya also serves boxes entirely and embrace all forms Another aspect of Maya’s job is devel- on the boards of the Multnomah County of diversity and varieties of experience. oping projects to expand LASO’s services Bar Association and the Vestry of Grace OWLS is proud to have you on our in all areas of the state. One of her new Memorial Episcopal Church. Addition- board, Maya, and thanks you for your projects, which launched in December, is ally, she is a member of OGALLA and service. expanding LASO’s esteemed bankruptcy the Clackamas County Bar Association. Rachele Selvig is a partner at Cauble, clinic into Pendleton. A second enterprise Maya is proud to serve on the OWLS Cauble & Selvig in Grants Pass focusing is the implementation of the Adopt a Board of Directors and strongly believes on civil litigation, guardianships and Legal Aid Office Project in conjunction in OWLS’ mission. According to Maya, conservatorships, probate, and estate with Miller Nash Graham & Dunn (MNGD) we are all standing on the shoulders of planning. in Bend. They hope to hold the first clinic this month. With this project, Maya is working to connect Portland MNGD at- OWLS Hosts OWLS Chapter Summit torneys with clients throughout the more By Hon. Allison R. Boomer underserved parts of the state. Maya is excited to use projects such as these to n Friday, October 16, OWLS ship Committee co-chair Jennifer Nicholls enhance the services that LASO’s ten chapter leaders met in Portland and member Erin Dawson gave an update statewide offices provide to clients and to Ofor the second annual OWLS on OWLS member services and chapter further develop a menu of opportunities Chapter Summit, held prior to the OWLS resources, including the popular free for attorney volunteers. Fall CLE. The first OWLS Chapter Summit call-in CLEs held over the lunch hour. The Maya moved into her current position was organized by Queen’s Bench in 2014. Membership Committee will soon offer a as a progression of her commitment to The Mary Leonard Law Society (MLLS) chapter leaders listserv, which will allow public interest work. She began working took the lead in organizing the 2015 chapter leaders to discuss questions and at LASO as a staff attorney immediately summit, and leaders from seven OWLS share information. Recently, the Member- after graduating from Lewis & Clark Law chapters attended: Cascade, Clackamas, ship Committee began working with the School in 2003. She then served as associ- Josephine, MLLS, Rogue, Queen’s Bench, Oregon State Bar New Lawyer Mentor- ate director of the Lawyers’ Campaign for and Washington. ing Program to pair OWLS mentors and Equal Justice from 2006 to 2010, before At the 2015 summit, OWLS Member- Continued on page 19 returning to LASO as a supervising attorney in charge of the Portland pro bono Need help with a big case?Want to take a vacation? program. During law school Maya clerked for a Lewis & Clark legal clinic, worked Contact theOWLS Contract Lawyer Service. We canhelp! with Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services, and even worked as the law Contactuswithproject/job information. school’s student pro bono coordinator. We immediatelypostthe announcementtoour Maya grew up always knowing that she contractlawyer listserve.You arepromptlycontacted wanted to devote herself to work in the by contract lawyers whomeetyourcriteria.Nofee to public interest. She was raised in Phoenix, post jobs or projects.You pay thecontract lawyer you Arizona, by a family of activists, social hire.OWLScontract lawyers are statewide. workers, and teachers. They were initially Many levels of experience. Many types of expertise. somewhat dubious of Maya’s decision to become a lawyer, but she swayed them with her conviction that lawyers have the Formoreinformation or to post a job,contact power to make a broad impact while as- Diane Rynerson: [email protected] sisting people. Maya still holds this belief

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 18 WINTER 2016 Mary Leonard Law Society Hosts Luncheon for New Lawyers n November 3 , the Mary Leonard Law Society (MLLS) hosted its an- Onual luncheon welcoming new admittees to the Oregon State Bar at the Willamette Heritage Center Dye House in Salem. The keynote speaker was Renée Rothauge, a shareholder of Markowitz Herbold and co-founder of the Rothauge Attending the MLLS & Kaner Women’s Trial Academy. luncheon, from left, Marion County Circuit Court Judges Cheryl Pellegrini, Lindsay Partridge, and Mary James

n December 1, Marion OCounty Circuit Court Judge Courtland Geyer presented a CLE on mandatory child-abuse reporting from noon to 1 p.m. at Attending the MLLS luncheon, from left: Top left: Judge Meagan Flynn and new the Marion County Courthouse. admittee Katharine Tate; Bottom left: Rebecca Kueny and Magistrate Allison Boomer; MLLS organized the event. Right: MLLS President Maureen Magee and Renée Rothauge, the keynote speaker

OWLS Hosts OWLS Chapter Summit continued from page 18 mentees. OWLS members who would like organized a social with its members Queen’s Bench has adopted a policy of to mentor or who want an OWLS mentor and OWLS board members. The event referring only to “OWLS members,” not should contact Erin Dawson. was held on a beautiful September day “Queen’s Bench members,” to prevent OWLS Treasurer Angela Lucero and in Bend and enjoyed by all. Josephine such confusion. Some OWLS programs OWLS Secretary Allison Boomer then ex- County Women Lawyers hired a profes- have been transported outside of plained the new OWLS chapter payment sional photographer to take bar photos. Portland, including Road to the Bench, and banking policies. Chapter payments The result was a visual depiction of how OWLSNet, and the Rothauge & Kaner are allocated based on chapter member- many women lawyers had joined the Women’s Trial Academy. Chapters are ship as well as the number of events held Josephine County bar since the prior encouraged to work with OWLS to bring by the particular chapter. Membership bar photo was taken. In Salem, MLLS existing, successful programs to areas is based on the number of dues-paying organized a half-day access-to-justice CLE outside of Portland. OWLS members affiliated with a chapter. called the Salem Diversity Summit. The MLLS thanks Queen’s Bench for secur- Events include networking lunches, CLEs, event was described in detail in the Fall ing the venue and thanks OWLS and discussion groups, and similar activities. 2015 AdvanceSheet (page 5). the OWLS Foundation for generously OWLS may grant a bonus to a chapter that Chapter leaders discussed ideas on how sponsoring the summit. Chapter leaders significantly increases its membership or to increase OWLS membership, especially who were unable to attend the 2015 activities. In order to receive payment, outside of Portland. The Membership OWLS Chapter Summit may contact MLLS a chapter must submit written reports Committee has developed pitches that for more information about the topics to OWLS describing its activities as re- chapters can use to promote membership. discussed. Rogue Women Lawyers and quested. If a chapter uses the OWLS tax Several chapters have used tiered pricing Josephine County Women Lawyers will ID number for its banking, the chapter for chapter events to encourage people organize the 2016 summit, scheduled for must send copies of its monthly bank to join OWLS—OWLS members pay less Friday, September 23, in Portland. statements to OWLS. to attend the event than non-members. Chapter leaders described notable Chapter leaders agreed that some Hon. Allison R. Boomer, a tax magistrate programs presented during the past year. confusion exists about whether chap- of the Oregon Tax Court, serves as OWLS’ Cascade Women Lawyers, for example, ter members are also OWLS members. secretary and an MLLS board member.

OREGON WOMEN LAWYERS AdvanceSheet 19 WINTER 2016 Thank You Our thanks to OWLS members who renewed or joined OWLS at an enhanced level

$500 $150 Hon. Cathleen Callahan Mary Anne Anderson Angela Franco Lucero Carmen Calzacorta Christine Coers-Mitchell $350 Laura Craska Cooper Sara L. Gabin Sarah Stauffer Curtiss Hon. Marilyn Litzenberger Sari de la Motte Molly Jo Mullen Loree Devery Jennifer Nicholls Kimberly Fisher Hon. Jill Tanner Bethany Flint Amanda C. Thorpe Hon. Julie E. Frantz Julia M. Hagan $200 Susan M. Hammer Sally Anderson Hansell Alice M. Bartelt Marilyn Heiken Hon. Allison Boomer Diane Henkels Hon. Frances Burge Amber Hollister Megan K. Burgess Kristina Holm Lori E. Deveny Stacy A. Jeffress Christy Doornink Kay E. Kinsley Mary L. Dougherty Niamh Lewis Eileen G. Eakins Katharine Lozano Linda K. Eyerman John Mansfield Dana M. Forman Aruna Masih Samantha Gamboa Debbie Menashe Denise Gorrell Linda Meng Stephanie M. Harper Elizabeth Tedesco Milesnick Eryn Karpinksi Hoerster Robin Nodland Susan Bradley Krant Holly Pettit Wendy Margolis Kathleen J. Hansa Rastetter Kendra Matthews Kate Cooper Richardson Gwyn McAlpine Edie Rogoway Maureen McGee Christina Stephenson Anne Milligan Kristin H. Sterling Elizabeth Munns Hon. Katherine E. Tennyson Amy Osenar Heather J. Van Meter Jovanna Patrick Stephanie Vardavas Julene Quinn Linda Vega Rachele Selvig Hon. Nan Waller Gayle A. Shields Christopher M. Walters Candice Wilson Stayer Beth S. Wolfsong Kimberly A. Sugawa-Fujinaga Deanna L. Wray Hon. Kristen E. Thompson Valerie A. Tomasi Erin Zemper

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