Lafky & Lafky, Attorneys at Law

Elton T. Lafky
Attorney
(Of Counsel)

Elton "Bud" Lafky is a life-long Salem resident. Bud graduated from Salem High School, and Willamette University, graduating from Willamette Law School in 1955. After graduation from law school, Bud served his country through active duty in the United States Air Force. After his active duty ended, he remained active in the Air Force Reserve for a number of years, retiring as a lieutenant colonel.

After returning from the Air Force, Bud worked as an attorney for the Veterans' Department and the Marion County District Attorney's office, and then started the private practice of law in 1965.

In 40 years of practice, Bud has successfully represented thousands of clients in virtually all types of cases. Today, Bud represents clients in the areas of criminal defense, domestic relations, personal injury and business advice and planning.

Kevin T. Lafky
Attorney

Kevin T. Lafky was born and raised in Salem, attending Salem public schools and graduating from Sprague High School in 1977. After graduation, Kevin attended the University of California at Berkeley for a year and a half, then transferred to the University of Oregon, graduating in 1981 with degrees in both Economics and History.

Kevin attended law school in Seattle, graduating from the University of Washington in 1985. During one semester, Kevin worked as an intern in a full-time position for federal Judge Otto Skopil. After passing the Oregon Bar in 1985, Kevin traveled for a year overseas, returning in 1986 to a two year job as judicial law clerk for the Oregon Court of Appeals, Judge John Buttler and Judge William Riggs. After finishing his clerkship, Kevin began working with his father in 1988.

Kevin is active in a variety of community organizations, including the Salem Downtown Association, and has served on several City committees dedicated to the improvement of Salem's downtown. Kevin served on the Oregon State Bar Board of Governors in 1995-1998.

Kevin appreciates the opportunity that he has had to represent all types of individuals and businesses in a variety of cases and matters since 1988. During that time, Kevin has represented clients in many different types of civil and criminal cases. When asked about his work, Kevin says: "I have deeply appreciated the opportunity to successfully represent thousands of clients over the last two decades. I am grateful for the chance to help people when they face difficult issues."

Kevin, in addition to being licensed in Oregon State Courts, is licensed to practice in the Federal Courts, including the District of Oregon, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.

Tonyia J. Brady
Attorney
tbrady@lafky.com

Tonyia J. Brady was raised in Dallas, Oregon. Tonyia attended the University of Oregon and graduated Cum Laude in 2007 with degrees in Political Science and History. During her undergraduate study, Tonyia was involved with many student organizations and volunteered as a Political Science Peer Advisor. After graduation, Tonyia worked as a Legislative Aide in the 2007 Oregon Legislative Session.

Tonyia received her law degree from Willamette University. After her first year of law school, Tonyia procured a full-time summer internship with the Honorable Anna J. Brown of the United States District Court. Tonyia also worked as a law clerk for the Oregon Department of Justice in the Employment Litigation Section for one year. While attending law school, Tonyia participated in the Willamette Law Clinic, studied abroad in China, volunteered as a writer for Willamette Law online, and was treasurer of the Women’s Law Caucus.

Tonyia is a member of the Oregon State Bar and the United States District Court for the District of Oregon.

Grant Cook
Attorney
gcook@lafky.com

Grant Cook lives in Oregon’s beautiful mid-Willamette Valley with his wife and two children where they enjoy taking in the natural wonder of the state. Grant attended Willamette University College of Law. Though locally oriented and committed to protecting individuals' interests, Grant has also successfully represented large corporations in complex federal litigation.

Grant is a member of the Oregon State Bar, the United States District Court for District of Oregon, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Court, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.