Olivia A. Courogen

Olivia A. Courogen is an experienced attorney at Buchalter’s Portland office, specializing in litigation, labor, and employment law. She represents businesses and professionals in complex legal matters, including commercial disputes and employment-related litigation. Ms. Courogen has extensive experience defending employers against claims of wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour violations.

Additionally, Ms. Courogen is skilled in professional responsibility law, advising attorneys, law firms, and corporate legal departments on ethics and risk management issues. Her dedication to legal excellence makes her a trusted advocate in high-stakes litigation.

Ms. Courogen earned her J.D., cum laude, from Willamette University College of Law and her B.S., Phi Beta Kappa, from the University of Oregon. During law school, she was recognized as a Presidential Scholar, Leadership Cabinet Scholar, Business Lawyering Institute Fellow, and Academic Excellence Fellow. She also served as the editor-in-chief of the Willamette Law Review and gained hands-on experience through externships with the Oregon Tax Court, Oregon Supreme Court, and the U.S. Department of Justice in the Office of Foreign Litigation.

With deep experience in litigation, Ms. Courogen helps businesses resolve complex disputes involving contracts, employment law, and regulatory compliance. She represents clients in malpractice and professional liability cases, delivering strategic, results‑driven advocacy for professionals. Her employment law practice focuses on minimizing legal risk, strengthening employers’ defenses, and supporting fair, compliant workplace policies.

Olivia A. Courogen is admitted to practice in Oregon and the United States District Court for the District of Oregon. She is actively involved in the Multnomah Bar Association, Oregon Women Lawyers, and the Oregon Association of Defense Counsel. She also serves as a Board Member for the American Constitution Society Oregon Lawyer Chapter and contributes to the Oregon State Bar Bulletin Editorial Advisory Committee. Her expertise, strategic approach, and dedication to client success make her a respected attorney in business and employment law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Buchalter
• Member, Multnomah Bar Association
• Member, Oregon Women Lawyers
• Member, Oregon Association of Defense Counsel
• Board Member, American Constitution Society Oregon Lawyer Chapter
• Member, Oregon State Bar Bulletin Editorial Advisory Committee
• Member, Multnomah Bar Association Young Lawyers Section CLE Committee

Licensed State

• Oregon

Education

• Willamette University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Oregon
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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