Services & Industries
Education
J.D., magna cum laude, Willamette University College of Law, 2016
M.A., Criminal Justice, Western Oregon University, 2014
B.A., Philosophy, Willamette University, 2012
Bar & Court Admissions
Oregon State Bar
Lee Gilgan is an attorney in Tonkon Torp’s Business Department. An experienced advisor to corporate clients, Lee focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions. He also represents clients with issuances of equity and debt securities, business formation, corporate governance, and other contractual matters.
Lee joined Tonkon Torp from Stoel Rives. He is a magna cum laude graduate of Willamette University College of Law. Lee also holds an M.A. in Criminal Justice from Western Oregon University, and a B.A. in Philosophy from Willamette University.
In addition to his legal practice, Lee serves as a City Councilor for the City of Lafayette and is active with other civic and community organizations.
Lee is an Oregon native and appreciates the abundant opportunities to explore the wonders of the Pacific Northwest, enjoy wine country, and spend time with his family.
Community Involvement & Activities
City Councilor, City of Lafayette
Professional Memberships
Multnomah Bar Association
Recent News
Attorney Lee Gilgan Joins Tonkon Torp Business Department
Tonkon Torp LLP welcomes attorney Lee N. Gilgan to its Business Department. “Portland’s legal community is tight-knit, and everyone is aware of the amazing work done by the attorneys at Tonkon Torp,” shared Gilgan.
Publications & Presentations
Co-Author, “Assignment Clauses,” Oregon Business Lawyer, June 2021
Co-Author, “Sentenced to Death for Life: Oregon’s Costly and Penologically Ineffective Death Penalty Law – Part 2,” OADP, November 2016
Co-Author, “Sentenced to Death for Life: Oregon’s Costly and Penologically Ineffective Death Penalty Law – Part 1,” OADP, September 2016
“The Hidden Ball Trick: Major League Baseball’s Collective Bargaining Agreement Attempts to Hide Tobacco Use by Players,” 13 Willamette Sports Law J. 41, December 2015