- Adept at sizing up situations, systematicallyanalyzing facts and developing alternative courses of action to achievesensible solutions.
- Considered a clear and effective oral and writtencommunicator with the ability to concisely interpret complex laws, regulationsand court opinions, using a common sense approach.
- Blessed with extensive experience in effectively working with clients andcolleagues from diverse backgrounds, allowing him to be a good listener.
- Well-versed in client counseling, claim analysis, case preparation, and hearing and appeal representation.
- Aware that while the journey is challenging,successful outcomes for his clients are particularly rewarding.
- Recognized for formingquality relationships quickly and instilling a high level of confidence among those with whom he interacts.
-Acknowledged as a self-starter with aninvolved style of leadership.
-Most of all, thankful for all I have, including my awesome familyand wonderful friends.
Practice areas
Small firm law practice specializing in Social Security Disability, SSI , Veterans Disability Benefits, and related administrative law matters. We put our wealth of experience and sincere compassion for others to work for those who need or would like assistance navigating an administrative law labyrinth. We offer one-on-one interaction with your attorney and our personal commitment to doing everything in our power to assist you to restore your dignity and secure the benefits you have earned.
16 years, 1,250 cases
Representing individuals and businesses at Tribal, State, County and City agency administrative proceedings. Including cases involving Land Use appeals, Code Compliance Hearings, Contested Case Hearings, Formal and Informal Conferences, Pre-hearing Conferences, Settlement Conferences and almost any other proceeding a tribal, state or local government agency may come up with.
18 years, 160 cases
Representing individuals and businesses at Federal, Tribal, State, County and City administrative proceedings. Including cases involving Veterans Disability Benefit appeals, Code Compliance Hearings, Contested Case Hearings, Formal and Informal Conferences, Pre-hearing Conferences, Settlement Conferences and almost any other proceeding the federal, tribal, state or local government may come up with.
18 years, 160 cases
Representing individuals and businesses at Tribal, State, County and City agency administrative proceedings. Including cases involving Land Use appeals, Code Compliance Hearings, Contested Case Hearings, Formal and Informal Conferences, Pre-hearing Conferences, Settlement Conferences and almost any other proceeding a tribal, state or local government agency may come up with.
18 years, 120 cases
Languages spoken
English
Cascadia Disability Law LLC
815 NE Schuyler Avenue
po box 12028
portland, OR, 97212
Cascadia Disability Law f/k/a Brown + Wayson LLC
847 NE 19th Avenue
Suite 260
Portland, OR, 97232
WaysonLaw LLC
PO Box 12028
Portland, OR, 97212
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OR | Active | 2004 | 05/15/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Moot Court Honor Board | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2003 |
Natural Resources Law Scholarship | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2003 |
Scholar List | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2003 |
Client Counseling Moot Court Regional Competition | American Bar Association | 2003 |
Best Brief - First Year Moot Court | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2002 |
Natural Resources Law Scholarship | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2002 |
Indian Summer Scholarship | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2002 |
Scholar List | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2002 |
Natural Resources Law Scholarship | Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | 2001 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Cascadia Disability Law formerly known as Brown + Wayson LLC | 2010 - Present |
Owner | WaysonLaw LLC | 2004 - Present |
Administrative Rule Writer | Oregon, Department of Human Services | 2008 - 2010 |
Attorney at Law | Law Offices | 2006 - 2008 |
Human Resources | A Fortune 100 Company | 2004 - 2005 |
Law Clerk | City of Portland Attorney’s Office | 2003 - 2003 |
Legal Intern | Natural Resources Law Institute | 2002 - 2003 |
Indian Summer Legal Intern | Bonneville | 2002 - 2002 |
Intern | United States Green Building Council | 2000 - 2000 |
Intern | City Commissioner Erik Sten’s Office | 1999 - 1999 |
Business Management | Businesses small and large | 1985 - 2001 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Oregon State Bar | Member | 2004 - Present |
Metropolitan Learning Center Educational Foundation | Board Member | 2012 - 2014 |
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | Faculty Meetings, Student Bar Representative | 2003 - 2003 |
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section, Non-Profit Law Committee | Student Vice-Chair | 2003 - 2004 |
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section, Aviation and Space Law Committee | Vice Chair | 2003 - 2004 |
Multnomah Bar Association | Member | 2002 - 2005 |
Journal of Small & Emerging Business Law | Research Editor / Editorial Board, Internet Editor | 2002 - 2004 |
Federal Bar Association | Member | 2001 - 2004 |
Native American Law Students Association | Treasurer | 2001 - 2004 |
Student Advocates for Business and Environmental Responsibility | Member / Treasurer | 2001 - 2004 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Legal Guides | Unemployment and Social Security Disability Benefits Simultaneously | 2011 |
Legal Guides | What Are Your Chances When You Apply for Social Security Disability | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Social Security's 5-Step Sequential Analysis for Disability Determinations | 2011 |
Legal Guides | What is a Social Security Representative Payee? | 2011 |
Legal Guides | How an Attorney Improves Your Chances of Winning Your Social Security Disability Hearing | 2011 |
Legal Guides | A Primer: The Social Security Disability Benefits Application Process | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Social Security Disability Programs: An Introduction | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits: Welcome to the Machine | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Should You Hire an Attorney to Assist You with Your Disability Claim? | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Child and Spousal Support Garnishment of Social Security Benefits | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Appealing or Changing Your Appointed Social Security Representative Payee | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Federal Government Garnishment of Social Security Benefits | 2011 |
Legal Guides | Social Security Disability Law and You | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College | JD - Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Portland State University | MPA - Masters in Public Administration | 2000 |
Linfield College | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1998 |
University of California - Berkeley Extension | Certificate in Business Adminiatration | 1995 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Continuing Education course | The ABCs of Social Security Disability Law | 2012 |
Circuit 9 Conference | Ethical Considerations in Social Security Disability Representation | 2012 |
ACCESO LEGAL - SiriusXM Radio | Social Security Disability Law | 2012 |
Presentation to Students | Social Security Disability Law and You | 2011 |
Participants' Class | SSD, SSI, Medicare and Medicaid | 2011 |
College Course | Social Security Disability Law | 2011 |
Basics of Social Security Disability Law | Social Security Disability Law | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Client v. Commissioner | Award of Benefits for 2004 to present |
Client2 v. Social Security Administration | Remanded for a hearing on the merits |
Client1 v. Social Security Disability | Award of Past-due Benefits for approx. 9 years |
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Clifford Farrell, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Nov 5, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Brian always has timely and thoughtful advice and responds to Avvo questions incredibly quickly and in appropriate detail. His knowledge on Social Security issues is well demonstrated in his responses, as is his sensitivity to the nature of the problems facing the person presenting the issue. I would have no hesitation in recommending his counsel to potential clients.
Ronald Burdge, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Jan 30, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
When it comes to Social Security Law, I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. You can read his numerous answers to consumer questions on Avvo or his numerous Legal Guides or his favorable client reviews or what other lawyers have to say about attorney Wayson - and when you do you will realize that he has an extraordinary knowledge of Social Security Law. If you have a question about Social Security Law, he is your answer. Extraordinary knowledge = extraordinary lawyer. If his office is anywhere near you, I highly recommend him to you.
Steven Perrigo, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Apr 6, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer based on his knowledgeable Social Security responses on Avvo.
Ronna DeLoe, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Jun 28, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Wayson.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Feb 5, 2015
Relationship: Other
Hardworking and determined. I endorse this lawyer.
Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Administrative law Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Hovanes Margarian, Administrative law Attorney on Jul 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
John O'Brien, Administrative law Attorney on May 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Daniel Tam, Unknown Attorney on Feb 7, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. It is clear by reading the answers in the AVVO community that this lawyer is a top notch attorney who is highly respected in the legal community.
Guy Haskell, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Jan 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this Attorney Wayson without reservation.
M. Miller, Administrative law Attorney on Jun 3, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Terani, Unknown Attorney on May 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Edgar Reynoso, Administrative law Attorney on Mar 5, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. His AVVO posts demonstrate his deep understanding of complex legal issues. His answers are always thoughtful, accurate, and they evidence his genuine interest in helping people.
Bryce Fetter, Administrative law Attorney on Feb 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Kevin Sullivan, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Dec 31, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. His postings on this site are clear, detailed and evidence his knowledge and skill.
Kyle Bristow, Unknown Attorney on Dec 28, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Mr. Wayson. As evidenced by the number of questions he has answered on Avvo, he has a great understanding of the law. One can deduce through his many work experiences that he is a stellar attorney.
Kristina Hatcher, Unknown Attorney on Oct 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I enjoy reading Mr. Wayson's answers on Avvo as well as the other practice advice he shares. He is to the point, shows genuine care and demonstrates great knowledge of our shared practice area of Social Security law as well as his other chosen practice areas. I endorse this lawyer.
Steven Fromm, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Sep 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr Wayson is an excellent social security attorney. I have read 100s of his responses here at Avvo and he brings tremendous experience, insight and knowledge to the legal community. His practical approach to legal problems makes him an attorney that can be fully endorsed and recommended.
Christopher Leroi, Government Attorney on Sep 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wayson has incredible knowledge and expert advice in all fields of government law. Not only does his advice benefit the people asking questions on Avvo, but his advice also assists fellow attorneys who are not as familiar with his areas of expertise. Simply an exceptional attorney.
John Phillips, Unknown Attorney on Aug 27, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Attorney Wayson. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos.
Julie Moya, Social Security & Disability Attorney on Aug 14, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Kevin Chastine, State, local, and municipal law Attorney on Aug 2, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Mr. Wayson to anyone needing an attorney in Oregon. He is an excellent attorney and will take good care of you.
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