Our Team

  • Shannon Garcia

    (she/her/ella/la)
    Spanish Speaking
    Clinic Director, Supervising Attorney

    I like helping to take away the mystery and anxiety of dealing with the IRS.

    Fun Fact: I am an avid dancer and used to be part of a performing Lindy hop dance troupe back in the day.

  • Rubi Tapia

    (she/her/ella/la)
    Spanish Speaking
    Program Coordinator

    I came to Legal Aid because I wanted to continue my work with Marginalized Communities who are often overlooked by the tax system.

    Fun Fact: I love chicken alfredo and eat it every day!

  • Emma Thatcher

    (she/her)
    Staff Attorney

    I enjoy working at LASO’s Low Income Taxpayer Clinic because it requires ongoing growth and collaboration. Because of how unique each client’s tax issue often is, we are constantly learning and knowledge-sharing with the close knit LITC community here in Oregon, and beyond.

    Fun Fact: I’m a fan of the NWSL (I support both the Thorns and Bay FC teams)

  • Eric Spencer

    (he/him)
    Staff Attorney

    I enjoy working with the Latinx community to share information about the tax rights of immigrants.

    Fun Fact: I lived in Mexico for two years and speak Spanish.