Aaron T. Haynes

Senior Associate

Aaron Haynes is a graduate of the University of Oregon School of Law, where he was a staff editor for the Journal of Environmental Law and Litigation, a Peer Reference Research Assistant, and a member of the Moot Court Board.  He also served as an associate editor for the Oregon State Bar Debtor-Creditor Section Newsletter. Aaron received his undergraduate degree from Willamette University, where he graduated with a cum laude distinction and department honors.

Prior to joining the firm, Aaron worked as an associate with a firm in Central Washington, a general practice representing employers, unions, and individuals across Washington.

In his free time, Aaron enjoys running, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.

Education

  • Willamette University (B.A., Religious Studies and Politics, cum laude, 2015)
  • University of Oregon School of Law (J.D., 2018)

Professional Associations & Memberships

  • Washington State Bar Association
  • American Bar Association
  • Chair of the WSBA Young Lawyers Committee (2023-2024)
  • District Rep for Oregon and Washington, American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (2022-2023)

Honors/Awards

  • Rising Star, 2024 – Washington Super Lawyer®

Community Involvement

  • Board of Directors, Downtown Bellingham Partnership
  • Whatcom Young Professionals

Publications

  • Up in Smoke: The Looming Insolvency of Oregon Marijuana Growers and the Case for Chapter 12 Bankruptcy Relief, Journal of Environmental Law and Litigation, Volume 34, 2019.