The purpose of the Women’s Law Caucus is to bring together the community of Lewis & Clark Law students interested in exploring the wide spectrum of legal issues affecting women and gender equity. WLC seeks to transform the legal profession by pursuing equitable access to the legal system and advancing equity for women and communities that have been historically and systemically oppressed. Through support, mentorship, community engagement, and professional development, WLC empowers students and future advocates to promote gender justice, challenge inequities within the legal system, and strengthen connections within the broader community. All who are committed to advancing women’s rights, equity, and inclusion are welcome to join, regardless of gender or identity.
Officers/Members
President: Briana Donahue-Martens
Vice President: Tracey Nguyen
Treasurer: Shady Gonzales
Event Coordinator & Queen’s Bench Liaison: Sammi Pioli
OWLS Liaison: Tavia Andrew
AK Sousa: Queen’s Bench Liaison
Bronwyn Brody: 1L Blue Pod Rep
Marilyn Fleener: 1L Orange Pod Rep
Poonum Bains: 1L Red Pod Rep
Emily Munson: 1L Content Creator
Olivia Dunn: 1L Communications Chair
Advisor: Michele Okoh
Briana Donahue-Martens: President Briana is a 3L pursuing a JD with a Certificate in Environmental and Natural Resources Law. She worked as a judicial extern in the U.S. District Court of Oregon and as a Summer Associate at Schwabe in Portland. She is an Executive Editor of the Animal Law Review and Secretary of NALSA. Briana enjoys gardening and exploring the PNW with her family.
Tracey Nguyen: Vice President Tracey is a 3L from right here in beautiful Portland. She is interested in civil litigation and currently works as an Oregon Department of Justice law clerk. She loves trying out new hobbies, but most consistently, she reads and goes on nature walks.
Shady Gonzales: Treasurer Shady Gonzales is a rising 2L at Lewis & Clark Law School. Originally from California, she moved to Oregon to begin law school after spending two gap years traveling. During her 1L summer, Shady worked as a Summer Associate at Stoel Rives. She will return to the firm for her 2L summer as a Litigation Summer Associate. This year, Shady will serve as a member of Lewis & Clark Law Review, a Student Success Fellow for Professor Shapiro’s Torts course, and a member of both the Oregon Hispanic Bar Association and the Native American Law Student Association.
Samantha Pioli: Event Coordinator and Queen’s Bench Liaison Hi! My name is Samantha, but you can call me Sam or Sammi. I am a third-year law student, and I am WLC’s Event Coordinator. I am also the Managing Editor for Environmental Law Review and Co-President for Students for International Environmental Law. I am interested in environmental law, specifically in environmental justice and biodiversity issues in international, ocean, and coastal law. In my free time, I play volleyball, bake sourdough, and walk my two dogs.
Tavia Andrew: OWLS Liaison I am a 2L at Lewis & Clark Law School and basically an Oregon native, although I was born in Wisconsin. I am not completely settled on which area of law I want to pursue, but my work with the National Plaintiffs Law Association has made me excited to explore plaintiffs-side advocacy. Outside of law school, my most practiced form of advocacy is convincing myself that another concert ticket is a financially responsible purchase.
AK Sousa: Queen’s Bench Liaison AK is a 3L interested in becoming a civil defense litigator and trial attorney. In addition to pursuing certificates in Business Law and Trial Advocacy, AK is also an Associate Editor of the Lewis & Clark Law Review, a returning member of the mock trial team, and a legal research fellow for business and international law Prof. Foster. Originally from New Jersey, AK has spent the last two years getting to know Portland’s local businesses through her work experiences at the Small Business Legal Clinic, As Your Counsel transactional firm, and the woman-owned insurance defense firm, Rhode Faddis & Benn.
Bronwyn Brody: 1L Blue Pod Rep Bronwyn is a 1L currently pursuing a JD with an interest in government/public policy work. She graduated with a degree in Political Science from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2025. During her time in undergrad, she also worked as a legislative aide for a Colorado State Senator. Now that she lives closer to the ocean, Bronwyn enjoys visiting the coast as much as possible and taking her cat for walks.
Marilyn Fleener: 1L Orange Pod Rep Marilyn is a 1L pursuing a JD with an interest in a Certificate in International Law. Before law school, she served as Chief of Staff to an Oregon State Representative, where she led legislative work related to economic development, healthcare, public safety, land use, and environmental issues. Her legal interests include business and corporate practice, natural resources, and international law. Outside of law school, Marilyn enjoys traveling, exploring the PNW, and spending time with friends and family.
Poonum Bains: 1L Red Pod Rep Poonum is a 1L pursuing her JD at Lewis & Clark Law School. Originally from Vancouver, Canada, she earned her BA in Political Science with a minor in Law and Society from the University of British Columbia. Before law school, she worked as a legal administrative assistant in immigration and business law. Outside of law school, Poonum enjoys reading, traveling, Pilates, and exploring new restaurants around Portland.
Adele Shovers Gordon: 1L Content Creator Adele is a 1L at Lewis & Clark Law School. Prior to starting law school, Adele lived in the Midwest, attending college in Minnesota and later working as a paralegal in Chicago, IL. Adele is interested in pursuing a career in business and transactional law in the Portland area. In her free time, Adele loves hiking, running and attending Portland Thorns games.
Olivia Dunn: 1L Communications Chair Olivia is a 1L pursuing a JD with a strong interest in the intersection between human rights and environmental defense. She is the graduate assistant for the Lewis & Clark Softball Team. Prior to attending law school, she graduated summa cum laude from Knox College with a BA in Political Science and Environmental Studies. Olivia enjoys reading, hiking, and hanging out with her cats, Pumpkin and Olive.
