About Diane S. Sykes · Portland
Diane S. Sykes is a Portland-based attorney specializing in employment discrimination, retaliation, and whistleblower claims against public and private employers. She dedicates her career to advocating for employees and consumers, empowering clients by demystifying the legal process. Her practice serves a wide range of clients, from low-wage workers to executives, and she is actively involved in multiple Oregon bar associations and diversity initiatives. She holds certifications as an Emerging Small Business and Women’s Business Enterprise.
Diane S. Sykes, Attorney at Law, P.C., focuses on employment law, civil rights, and whistleblower protection. She represents clients across employment levels and brings her advocacy to federal, state, and administrative courts. Her work emphasizes client empowerment and accessibility, with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. She is a member of multiple Oregon bar sections and has received numerous awards for her public service and advocacy. Certified as an Emerging Small Business and Women’s Business Enterprise, she is also recognized by Super Lawyers.
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- Diane S. Sykes
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- Portland, Oregon
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- Rated by Super Lawyers
About
Diane S. Sykes has dedicated her career to advocating for the civil rights of employees and consumers. She brings her advocacy to many different forums, including federal court, state court and administrative bodies. Her clients span the gamut, from low-wage workers to executive employees. Diane makes it a core goal of her advocacy to empower clients by demystifying the legal process with a trusted ally at their side.
Practice Areas
Her practice focuses on employment discrimination, retaliation and whistleblower claims against public and private employers.
Awards & Recognition
Diane has received multiple awards including the Oregon Attorney General's Excellence in Justice Award (2012), Oregon State Bar Diversity and Inclusion Award (2017), Multnomah Bar Association Diversity Award (2020), Oregon State Bar Public Service Award (2020), and Oregon League of Minority Voters Liberty and Hope Award (2023).