Brent Hamilton

Brent Hamilton begins with a client-oriented approach, and he strives to provide timely and tailored legal advice that clients can use to minimize risk and to avoid liability. When the time comes to fight, Brent utilizes his quick wit, his sharp tongue, and his keen eye for strategy to deliver the best results for his clients.

Brent's practice focuses on helping employers stay out of trouble with the government, including defending against federal and state government audits, analyzing federal and state contractor compliance questions, and navigating new regulations, such as the federal contractor vaccine mandate. He leverages his substantive experience representing clients in complex civil litigation and employment advice and counsel to ensure his clients receive fair treatment from the government.

Brent's practice also focuses on Oregon employment laws and litigation. Brent regularly defends employers against claims of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in state and federal court. As General Counsel of the Portland HR Management Association, Brent is connected to the Oregon HR community and is committed to advancing HR and helping employers foster greater diversity, inclusivity, equity, and respect within their workplaces.