Hans Huggler

Hans Huggler represents people in social security & disability, life insurance, pension, retirement, and ERISA benefit matters at Borealis Benefits Law, Inc. He helps clients prepare strong claims, respond to denials, and move through appeals with clear evidence. His work covers short-term and long-term disability benefits, life insurance disputes, FERS appeals, and court cases when an insurer refuses benefits. Hans uses his knowledge of claim files, policy terms, and litigation rules to guide clients through a process that can feel stressful, costly, and confusing.

Hans completed undergraduate studies at Oregon State University and earned a J.D. from Lewis & Clark Law School. He also earned an LL.M. from McGill University’s Faculty of Law and an M.Sc. from the London School of Economics & Political Science. These studies gave him a strong base in legal research, writing, policy review, and complex benefit systems. His education supports the careful analysis needed in ERISA claims, disability appeals, insurance disputes, and retirement benefit matters across several courts and claim settings.

Hans began his legal career as a law clerk with the U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska. He later spent seven years at a full-service law firm, where he represented disability insurers in benefits lawsuits. That experience helps him understand how insurance companies review claims, defend denials, and evaluate evidence. He uses that insight for clients seeking benefits, building appeals that address the issues insurers often raise, and preparing cases for court when needed with strong records and clear legal arguments.

Hans Huggler is admitted to practice in Alaska, Oregon, and Washington. His work helps people pursue benefits they may need after illness, injury, disability, or the loss of a loved one. He assists with records, claim history, medical proof, deadlines, and appeal strategy. He is also a co-author of the ERISA chapter in Oregon Bar Books, and his published legal work reflects a steady focus on careful research, practical advocacy, and client-centered benefit representation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal, Borealis Benefits Law, Inc
• Member, Alaska Bar Association
• Member, Oregon State Bar
• Member, Washington State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Alaska
• Oregon
• Washington

Education

• McGill University’s Faculty of Law
  Master of Laws (LLM)
• Oregon State University and Lewis & Clark Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• London School
  Master of Science (MS)

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