Randy Jay Harvey
- Sherwood, OR
- Licensed for 11 years
About Randy
Your guide to solving your employment problem!
First and formost I am a family man. I've been married to my lovely wife Shelly for nearly 42 years, we have four children and ten granchilldren.Prior to starting the practice of law in 2008, I was a Director of Human Resources for 13 years in two large Oregon school districts. Before that I was a school principal for 13 years at middle and elementary schools in Oregon and a special education director for 4 years. In 2004 I won the World Championship of Public Speaking in Toastmasters International and have put my speaking skills to work in courtrooms and administrative practice. I have always been a lifelong learner having earned a PhD, Masters in Ed, and two bachelor degrees in addition to my law degree.
Oregon State Bar: House of Delegates April 18, 2018-present, Region 4, previously House of Delegates April 21, 2015-April 16, 2018 Region 7.
Admitted to Practice In:
Calfifornia State Court Oregon State Court
Eastern District Federal Court California Oregon District Federal Court
Northern District Federal Court California
Central District Federal Court California
Member:
California Bar, Sacramento County Bar
Oregon Bar, Multomah County Bar, Lane County Bar
Oregon Trial Lawyers
Super Lawyers
Lawyers of Distinction
AVVO
I am an advocate for my clients. I have no difficulty standing up for what is right regardless of the size of our opponents. My focus is EMPLOYMENT LAW, representing clients in wage/hour, discrimination, leave law violations and wrongful termination. I also represent professionals when their professional license is in jeopardy either through discipline or license revocation. I practice in both Oregon and California, state and federal courts.
Our law practice motto is, "Melius Invictum" meaning, "Better Victorious." It is also my family motto going back generations.
Practice areas
- Employment and labor: 95%
FMLA, ADA, Civil Rights Discrimination: Religious, gender, race, pregnancy disability. Workplace violations: Wage/hour, retaliation, harassment, hostile work environment, wrongful discharge, etc. State & Federal, Oregon & California.
11 years
- Administrative law: 5%
Representing business and professionals in license issues in Office of Administrative Hearings (OR/CA), representing clients in unemployment appeals (OR/CA).
11 years
Languages spoken
English
Photos and videos
Contact
Bassinger & Harvey
21887 SW Sherwood Blvd
Suite B
Sherwood, OR, 97140
Bassinger & Harvey
990 9th Street
16th Floor
Sacramento, CA, 95814
Bassinger & Harvey
1200 Executive Parkway
Suite 320
Eugene, OR, 97401
Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| OR | Active | 2011 | 11/03/2019 |
| CA | Active | 2008 | 11/04/2019 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| House of Delegates Region 4 | Oregon State Bar | 2018 |
| Rising Star Super Lawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2018 |
| Rising Star Superlawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2017 |
| Distinguished Lawyer | Distinguished Lawyers | 2017 |
| Rising Star Superlawyer | Thomson Reuters | 2016 |
| House of Delegates Region 7 | Oregon State Bar | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| House of Delegates Region 7 | Oregon State Bar | 2015 |
| Best Dad Ever | Oregon Live | 2013 |
| World Champion of Public Speaking | Toastmasters International | 2004 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Bassinger & Harvey | 2011 - Present |
| Partner | Harvey & Wilcox | 2008 - 2011 |
| Director of Human Resources | Tigard School District | 1999 - 2007 |
| Director of Personnel | Springfield School District | 1995 - 1999 |
| Principal | Bethel School District | 1986 - 1995 |
| Principal | McKenzie School District | 1982 - 1986 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Legal Society | Member | 2014 - Present |
| Oregon Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Lane County Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| Multnomah County Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
| American Association for Justice | Member | 2007 - Present |
| Toastmasters International | World Champion Public Speaking 2004 | 2004 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon State Bar | House of Delegates | 2015 - 2017 |
| Sacramento County Bar Association | Member | 2008 - 2018 |
| North American Association of Education Negotiators (NAEN) | Member | 1996 - 2012 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Insights: The Corporate & Securities Law Advisor | Public Speaking 101: Messages That Matter | 2013 |
| iUniverse | Thomas Clayton | 2012 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Law School | JD - Juris Doctorate | 2007 |
| University of Oregon | PhD - Doctorate | 1989 |
| Eastern Oregon St Coll | MS - Master of Science | 1982 |
| Eastern Oregon University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1977 |
| Eastern Oregon State College | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1977 |
| Western Seminary | M Div-in progress | N/A |
|---|
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sherwood Chamber of Commerce | Oregon's New Employee Leave Law | 2016 |
| Employment Law: Rights, Benefits, and Emerging Issues | Harassment, Retaliation, and Discrimination: Rights and Reprimands | 2016 |
| Employment Law: Rights, Benefits and Emerging Issues | Fair Labor Standards Act Emerging Issues | 2016 |
| Employment Law: Beyond the Basics | Sexual, Racial, and Other Harassment and Discrimination | 2015 |
| Employment Law: Beyond the Basics | Privacy and Social Media in the Workplace | 2015 |
| Sasin Graduate Institute in Management, Bangkok, Thailand | Leadership in Business | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Mobil Oil, Bangkok, Thailand | Business Leadership: Inspirational Speaking | 2014 |
| Fundamentals of Employment Law | Employment Law | 2014 |
| CLE | Fundamentals of Employment Law | 2014 |
| Area 18 District 20 Conference Toastmasters Interanational | Change Leadership | 2014 |
| Oregon School Personnel Conference | Social Media Risks | 2013 |
| Oregon School Personnel Association Conference | Programs of Assistance for Improvement | 2013 |
| Oregon School Employee Wellness Conference | Don't Settle for Greatness When You Can Be Immortal! | 2013 |
| Annual Consultant's Conference | Managing the Mental Movies in the Mind of an Audience: Expert Witness Testimony | 2012 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Shelly Spencer v. PGE,, et.al. | Settled |
| Estate of Robert Chapman | Closed |
| In Matter of Unemployment Denial | Resolved |
| Katie Hagler vs. Oregon Medical Group and Noelle Chase | Settled |
| In Matter of California Insurance Commission vs James W. Darden III | Pending |
| In the Matter of License Denial Nicole Isham | Probationary license issued |
|---|---|
| Estate of Jackie Lea Leuallen | Pending |
| Kiel F. Harvey vs. D & L Waste Management | settled |
| In the Matter of Francisco J. Silva | Settlement |
| Richard E Atwood vs Schweitzer Enterprises, LLC. | settled |
| Joyen Pendowski v. Robert Steck and Phoenix Business Solutions, LLC Lane County Circuit Court Case No. 16-14-05288 | Settlement |
| Lisa Taylor v. TSAR, et al | Mediated settlement |
| Rondel v DaVita et al | Case settled in judicial mediation. |
| Indecare Corporation vs Gerry Ryan and Frances Ryan | Pending |
| Michelle Schaffer vs Oregon Employment Department and Fred Meyer Jewelers, Inc | Pending |
| Civil Forfeiture by DEA R7-14-0002 | Pending |
| Andrew & Kristen Tetrrick v First Church of Christ Scientist, et.al. | Pending |
| Rogue Electric, LLC vs Gary Middleton | Defense verdict |
| Rebecca Thames vs Diamond of California, et.al. | Settled |
| In the Matter of the Accusation Against Marilynn Renee Thurmond | Prevailed for Accused |
| Pacific Wholesale Fence,LLC v Premier Fence, LP, et.al. | Judgment for Plaintiff |
| Dina Robles v. Kaiser Permanente Medical Group | Settled |
| Estate of Steven Moorman |
A Review
Posted by Ethan
Mon Mar 03 2014
Randy is a Must
Posted by Spencer
Mon Mar 03 2014
Attorney endorsements
(18)Randy is a knowledgeable and practical problem-solver. I find his insights into the law to be well- thought-out and helpful. I endorse Randy.
Taylor Murdoch, Family Attorney on Sep 18, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Randy is a whip-sharp advocate who cares deeply about the outcomes of his clients' matters. He's a professional writer and an acclaimed public speaker as well. If you're dealing with courts, he's the guy you want in your corner. Every time I talk litigation strategy with Randy, I learn something new.
Hovanes Margarian, Consumer protection Attorney on Aug 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Gina Famularo, Child custody Attorney on Jul 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Brian Swan, Residential real estate Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Mr. Harvey on several projects, and can say without hesitation that he is everything you would want and expect in a legal advocate. Aside from his legal proficiency and knowledge, Mr. Harvey is one of the few lawyers who can stand in court and handle judges without his knees shaking. Nowadays, too many lawyers enter the profession without the confidence and communicative ability to stand and argue without nervous buckling. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for an advocate who isn't afraid of standing up for them and their cause not only on paper but in court.
Donald Henslee, Education Attorney on May 5, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Harvey has the ability to analyze legal issues and respond in a manner that is concise and readily understandable. His reputation in the legal community is impeccable. I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Patrick Wright, Child custody Attorney on Apr 30, 2014
Relationship: Other
I have gotten to know Mr. Harvey through our professional association on Avvo. I would readily refer clients to him for employment law matters. He is an experienced, confident and seasoned advocate. I readily recommend him.
Lynne Benton, Estate planning Attorney on Apr 28, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am privileged to have known Randy for more than a decade, as a fellow practicing attorney. Having been an engineer for 20 years before practicing law, I am keenly aware of details that make or break a case. Randy is one of the rare attorneys that, although lacking a science background, has the mind of an engineer when it comes to solving his clients problems. He is extremely thorough in researching the law and his clients’ case, and applying the unique facts of his clients' situation to the law to obtain the best outcome for his clients. Because of his unique skills and experience, Randy is a great advocate for his client. Randy also has an uncanny ability to unearth opposing clients' weaknesses which enable him to offensively tackle any opposition, instead of adopting a defensive posture. In the unfortunate event that employment litigation is necessary, Randy is the attorney I would want on my side.
Alex Gortinsky, Immigration Attorney on Apr 16, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. We worked together on a complex trucking matter. He is a very talented lawyer, and a pleasure to work with.
Robert Fortgang, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. As evidenced by the number of questions Attorney Harvey has so generously answered, it’s clear that he has a superior understanding of his fields of practice, and is exceptionally well thought of in the legal community.
Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Apr 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Michael Wilcox, Intellectual property Attorney on Apr 4, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Randy Harvey is a great advocate having outstanding personal integrity and extensive experience in employment matters.
Joseph Rose, Employment and labor Attorney on Mar 21, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Randy Harvey has worked on employment litigation matters involving public agencies where I represent the labor unions. I have seen him in action zealously pursuing justice with great results for his employment law clients, even in what seemed to me to be very difficult cases.
Jeremy Hendrix, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Mar 20, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Douglas Kincaid, Litigation Attorney on Mar 12, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Mr. Harvey is a very skilled and determined attorney with a track record of getting successful outcomes for clients that other attorneys consider lost causes. In addition, with Mr. Harvey's extensive non-legal experience in roles of responsibility and leadership, I've found him to be more than just an excellent attorney. He is a veritable fountain of life wisdom in general.
Scott Bassinger, Business Attorney on Mar 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Randy is an excellent lawyer. He has extensive experience in the intricacies of labor disputes. Randy has compassion for his clients and is courteous to the other side. Randy effectively manages his cases to ensure appropriate outcomes for his clients. He has compassion for his clients and is courteous to oppsing coucsel. Randy efecteivly manges his cases
Calvin Chang, Wrongful termination Attorney on Mar 26, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
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- Hourly Rates$300-$350/hour
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