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Overview
Will is an associate in the firm's Litigation Department. He represents businesses and individuals in a variety of complex civil matters, including contract disputes, consumer protection litigation, commercial leasing matters, and corporate governance and shareholders disputes. In addition to his litigation work, Will advises commercial lenders, start-ups, and other companies on complying with state and federal regulatory requirements.
Will graduated Order of the Coif from the University of Oregon School of Law, where he was Executive Editor of the Oregon Law Review. During law school, Will was a fellow in the Wayne Morse Center for Law & Politics and received the Governor Paul Patterson Memorial Fellowship for his commitment to civic involvement. Additionally, he served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Michael J. McShane, United States District Judge for the District of Oregon, and also as a law clerk in the Civil Litigation Section of the Oregon Department of Justice's Trial Division.
Originally from Eugene, Oregon, Will enjoys running in Forest Park; exploring Portland’s craft breweries; and experiencing new places, cultures, and foods.
Will graduated Order of the Coif from the University of Oregon School of Law, where he was Executive Editor of the Oregon Law Review. During law school, Will was a fellow in the Wayne Morse Center for Law & Politics and received the Governor Paul Patterson Memorial Fellowship for his commitment to civic involvement. Additionally, he served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Michael J. McShane, United States District Judge for the District of Oregon, and also as a law clerk in the Civil Litigation Section of the Oregon Department of Justice's Trial Division.
Originally from Eugene, Oregon, Will enjoys running in Forest Park; exploring Portland’s craft breweries; and experiencing new places, cultures, and foods.
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Get To Know
A passion for travel and a desire to experience new cultures led Will Gent to step off the well-trodden tourist paths of Southeast Asia. On a trip that included stops in Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia, Will climbed Mount Batur—an active volcano in the Balinese interior—revealing sunrise views of the mountain's crater, as well as the Lesser Sunda Islands. Closer to home, Will enjoys feeding his love of hiking in the Three Sisters Wilderness and Olympic National Park.
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Featured Representative Matters
Real Estate and Construction Litigation
Lead attorney in multi-day bench trial concerning the partition of residential property, securing favorable rulings on all disputed issues, favorable settlement, and award of attorney fees in connection with motion to compel.
Represented commercial tenant in three-day arbitration hearing concerning alleged lease defaults, securing favorable rulings on all claims and six-figure attorney fee award.
Represented construction management firm in mechanics lien litigation, securing dismissal of series of cross-claims for injunctive relief, declaratory relief, and damages, as well as favorable resolution of lien claim.
Represented school district in negligence action against design professional firm, securing favorable settlement at mediation.
Represented homeowner in breach of contract and unfair trade practices lawsuit against contractor, securing full damages and attorney fees.
Represented commercial tenant in three-day arbitration hearing concerning alleged lease defaults, securing favorable rulings on all claims and six-figure attorney fee award.
Represented construction management firm in mechanics lien litigation, securing dismissal of series of cross-claims for injunctive relief, declaratory relief, and damages, as well as favorable resolution of lien claim.
Represented school district in negligence action against design professional firm, securing favorable settlement at mediation.
Represented homeowner in breach of contract and unfair trade practices lawsuit against contractor, securing full damages and attorney fees.
Complex Commercial Litigation
Secured complete summary judgment and attorney fees for public utility company in contract dispute arising from the financial collapse of a European energy conglomerate, who assisted with the construction of a nearly $400 million power plant.
Obtained favorable settlement defending director, founder, and former Chief Executive Officer of Fortune 500 company against consolidated derivative suits alleging breach of fiduciary duties, waste of corporate assets, and unjust enrichment.
Consumer Protection and Compliance
Ongoing representation of national company in consumer protection matter, including claims under the Oregon Unfair Trade Practices Act.
Advise local and regional automobile dealerships on advertising regulations and other consumer protection matters.
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Featured Work
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Community Involvement & Activities
Blanchet House Young Professionals Board
Member
Multnomah Bar Association Young Lawyers Section CLE Committee
Past Member
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Professional Memberships
American Bar Association
Federal Bar Association
Multnomah Bar Association
Federal Bar Association
Multnomah Bar Association
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Awards & Recognition
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Recent News
10.9.2020
Will Gent Joins Blanchet House Young Professionals Board
Tonkon Torp litigation attorney Will Gent has joined the Young Professionals Board at Blanchet House, a nonprofit organization that provides meals and housing programs to people in need. Gent will serve as an ambassador of Blanchet House to expand…
7.20.2018
Tonkon Torp Sponsors Annual OWLS Fashion Show
Tonkon Torp was a sponsor at the annual OWLS (Oregon Women Lawyers) Dress for Success Fashion Show and Fundraiser on July 19. Will Gent was a model at the event and attended along with Stephanie Grant, Betsy Schultz, and Alex Tinker.
8.4.2017
Will Gent Appointed to MBA Committee
Tonkon Torp attorney Will Gent has been appointed to the Young Lawyer Section (YLS) CLE Committee of the Multnomah Bar Association. The YLS provides leadership, networking, professional development, and service opportunities for young lawyers. The…
10.5.2016
Three Associates Join Tonkon Torp
Tonkon Torp LLP has hired three new associates. Stephanie Grant and Will Gent have joined the Litigation Department, and Samuel Fullhart joins the Business Department.
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Publications & Presentations
“Multnomah County “Freezes” Eviction Proceedings Through 2020,” Ear to the Ground Blog, December 2020
“Coronavirus and Commercial Evictions: Oregon’s New Moratorium,” Ear to the Ground Blog, April 2020
"Tilting at Windmills: National Security, Foreign Investment, and Executive Authority in Light of Ralls Corp. v. CFIUS," Oregon Law Review, 2016