July 1, 2025. Buchalter is pleased to announce three new leadership appointments within the firm: Amanda Hyland has been named Administrative Chair of the Intellectual Property Practice Group, Leah Lively has been appointed Chair of the Litigation Department in the Portland office, and Steve Segal has been named Chair of the Corporate Practice in the Denver office.
“We are proud to elevate Amanda, Leah, and Steve into these important leadership positions,” said Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter. “Their deep experience and unwavering commitment to client service make them invaluable leaders who will help shape the future of our firm.”
Amanda Hyland is a Shareholder in the Firm’s Atlanta office and a nationally recognized intellectual property attorney. She counsels clients on trademark and copyright matters, brand enforcement, media law, and portfolio strategy, representing Fortune 100 companies, publishers, influencers, and global consumer brands. An experienced litigator and trusted advisor, Hyland has earned recognition from Chambers USA, World Trademark Review, and Best Lawyers in America. She also serves on INTA’s Leadership Development Committee and is the immediate past President of the Atlanta Intellectual Property Inn of Court.
“I’m excited to step into this role and help support the continued success of our IP group,” said Hyland. “We have a talented team across multiple offices, and I look forward to helping strengthen collaboration and enhance the support we provide to our clients.”
Leah Lively is a Shareholder in Buchalter’s Portland office and a seasoned trial attorney with more than two decades of experience representing businesses in employment litigation. She defends employers in claims involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour class actions, and advises on compliance, investigations, and risk management. Lively is well known for her strategic approach and client-focused solutions.
“I am honored to take on this new leadership role,” said Leah. “The Portland office is filled with talented attorneys and exceptional litigators, and I look forward to building on our strong foundation to continue delivering exceptional service and results for our clients.”
Steve Segal is a Shareholder in the Firm’s Denver office and a key member of Buchalter’s Corporate Law Practice Group. He advises clients across a wide range of industries on mergers and acquisitions, venture capital, fund formation, and commercial transactions. Segal frequently serves as outside general counsel to his clients, guiding them from formation to exit. His work has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers for excellence in M&A and securities law.
“It’s a privilege to take on this role and support our corporate team in Denver,” said Segal. “We work with innovative, fast-moving clients, and I’m committed to helping them navigate each stage of their growth with practical, tailored legal strategies.”
“These appointments reflect our commitment to thoughtful growth—both in expanding our geographic reach and strengthening the leadership of our core practice areas,” added Bass. “Amanda, Leah, and Steve each bring a unique perspective that will help us continue building a cohesive, forward-thinking team across the Firm.”
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Buchalter is a full-service business law firm representing local, regional, national, and international clients in a multitude of practice areas and their subspecialties, among them: Bank and Finance, Corporate, Health Care, Litigation, Insolvency and Financial Law, Intellectual Property, Labor and Employment, Real Estate, and Tax and Estate Planning. Buchalter has approximately 560 attorneys with offices in California, Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Oregon, Tennessee, Utah, and Washington. For more information about the firm, visit: buchalter.com.
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