Michael is a Member in our Health Care practice group.
Michael brings significant in-house, non-profit, and government experience to his health care law practice. He advises clients on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters; including the provision of guidance on institutional responses to legislative and regulatory developments. Michael leverages his experience in government investigations to help leadership assess risk and implement practical mitigation strategies. His work includes drafting and regulatory review of physician employment agreements, assisting with responses to inquiries from oversight and law enforcement agencies, advising on vendor contracting and supply chain procurement, and resolving vendor disputes.
Prior to joining Gordon Feinblatt, Michael worked in-house for an academic medical system advising healthcare providers and executive leadership within its constituent hospitals on a wide range of matters spanning several different specialized practice areas. Michael frequently advised on regulatory compliance including Stark and Anti-Kickback regulations, provided support and advice around responses to government investigations and enforcement actions, and provided guidance on labor and employment matters such as responding to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaints. Michael worked with stakeholders to recommend proactive updates to internal policies, bylaws, and procedures helping them to stay ahead of the evolving regulatory landscape.
Michael previously worked in the U.S. Department of Justice as a trial attorney where he represented the government in vaccine-related litigation. He also served as an Assistant Attorney General where he prosecuted disciplinary actions on behalf of various health occupations licensing boards.
Michael began his legal career as an Assistant State’s Attorney in Baltimore City where he prosecuted crimes ranging from misdemeanors and DUIs to robberies, attempted murders, and homicides.
Moira is a partner with the firm who is also a licensed attorney on two continents. As a trial lawyer, she has been helping clients since she was first licensed as an attorney in 2003 when she was a lawyer with the Legal Defense & Assistance Project, a Non-Governmental Organization promoting the Rule of Law and Human Rights in Nigeria. There she specialized as a criminal law attorney helping defendants, often from low-income backgrounds, who were in jail while awaiting trial and would remain in jail for years while awaiting representation before their case can be heard.
Education
- BL University of Ibadan
- LLB Nigerian Law School Abuja
- JD Wayne State University Law School, Michigan
Bar Memberships
With over a decade of experience, Attorney Sharde’ Marks-Riley is a seasoned personal injury trial lawyer who brings a no-nonsense approach to advocating for what is fair and just for her clients. Since 2014, she has fiercely represented individuals in cases involving automobile collisions, commercial vehicle accidents, slip and falls, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death.
Sharde' understands that being involved in an accident can be overwhelming. She is committed to guiding her clients through the legal process with compassion, clarity, and determination—ensuring they receive the justice and compensation they deserve.
Legal Background & Education
Sharde' earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from Mississippi State University. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in Houston, Texas, in 2012. During her time in law school, she distinguished herself as a Dean’s List honoree, a Review Editor for the Thurgood Marshall Law Journal, and a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity.
Her unique experience working on both sides of personal injury cases—including time spent working for an insurance company—gives her invaluable insight and a strategic edge when negotiating or litigating against insurers.
Recognition & Community Presence
In 2022, Sharde' was named one of Texas' Top Personal Injury Attorneys Under 40, and she continues to use her platform on various social media channels to educate and empower injured individuals about their legal rights and options. In Sharde’s spare time she provides community service to youth through many auxiliaries.
Committed to Justice
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, the Law Office of Sharde’ Marks-Riley is here to fight for you. Combining over a decade of trial experience, a results-driven mindset, and deep compassion for her clients, Sharde' will work tirelessly to secure the compensation you are entitled to.
Contact the Law Office of Sharde’ Marks-Riley today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward justice.
Clarence Belnavis is the regional managing partner of Fisher Phillips’ Seattle office. He is a trial attorney focusing on employment litigation, including disability, racial and gender discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, and wrongful discharge. Clarence also represents employers in wage and hour claims, employment class actions, and traditional labor matters.
In addition to his litigation practice, Clarence proactively advises clients with respect to labor and employment matters, including disability and return to work issues, employee handbooks, termination procedures and litigation avoidance.
Clarence also provides client trainings and educational presentations to industry groups and organizations regarding current and developing employment law issues.
He has been listed in Chambers USA, America’s Leading Business Lawyers since 2006 and The Best Lawyers in America since 2009. He is frequently recognized in Oregon Super Lawyers for his work in labor and employment law.
In 2011, Clarence was honored as a “Convocation on Equality Champion” in recognition of the diversity work that he has been engaged in during his career.