WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

“When my multi-million dollar company was sued and we had interviewed one legal firm after another to represent us, we chose Hermine. She is a fearless and gifted lawyer. She is hands down the best advocate you can have, and I rest easy knowing she has my back.”

– J.J., Birth Center Owner

Having the most unfortunate and stressful experience of being a wrongfully accused, prosecuted home-birth midwife, I had the great pleasure of having Hermine Hayes-Klein on my team. She brought knowledge, compassion, and love for midwives to the fight for human rights in childbirth. Her renowned international knowledge and dedication for women’s rights are unsurpassed.

—M.R., Traditional Midwife

When my midwifery practice had a billing dispute with an insurer for client care, I knew I hadn't done anything wrong but I felt powerless to fight such a powerful entity! I was so stressed and overwhelmed and ready to pay back all the money I had rightfully earned to make the problem disappear. Thank god another midwife told me I needed to call Hermine. I did and it was one the best things I ever did. We won! She isn't just an attorney, she's a powerful, empathetic woman, who understands midwifery and midwives in a way no other attorney does."

-AJ, Certified Professional Midwife

Hermine is the perfect synergy of compassion, intelligence, tenacity, and expertise. I feel incredibly lucky and blessed to have had her help when I was in a very vulnerable position. Her warm, confident manner put me at ease so that I was able to pour out my story to her without feeling judged. Hermine created a strong case for me after I had been told by a previous attorney that I didn't have one. She believed in me and wanted the highest and best outcome for me and my child, which is exactly what we got!”

— J.T., Parent

Hermine really “gets” what midwives do, the value we give, and the skills we bring. She is so knowledgeable and resourceful. Whether it be a legal issue, licensing board issue, or practice advice, I’m so glad to have her in my corner!

— D.C., Birth Center Owner.

Hermine came to my state to join my defense team and was instrumental to my trial victory. Her knowledge helped other members of my legal team gain insight into the birth world. Hermine was very professional, direct and gentle in the courtroom. I am very grateful for her contribution to my defense.

— A.H., Traditional Midwife

Hermine has been an amazing resource regarding birth law, helping me challenge Oregon Medicaid's denial of my out-of-hospital VBAC. She showed consistent dedication to my case and the birth community at large. Her tenacious nature in pursuing my challenge is what has allowed us to succeed at the level of the Court of Appeals and become part of the state law record. I am honored to be her client and friend.

—L.B., Parent

It was wonderful working with Hermine throughout the years of our successful lawsuit against the hospital where I was abused. She's very compassionate and an incredible advocate. She helped me grow as a person, mother, and client. She asked the hard questions and it made me take a continuous honest look at myself. Hermine worked very hard through my case and pulled from her resources and pushed through to the end. She always kept my mental health in mind and continued to check in knowing that this process could be very triggering and bring up the trauma I had gone through. Hermine was there for me every time I needed support. She is a wonderful person and lawyer and I can't imagine going through this process with anyone but her by my side.

— W.M., Parent

My personal experiences with Hermine as my lawyer have been nothing short of amazing! She has guided me through several midwifery injustices and shared her vast knowledge and experience of how to negotiate the unjust system around home-birth midwives using traditional ways. Hermine has a mother’s heart, especially for women and midwives.”   

— T.S.D., Traditional Midwife

Hermine is the best. She is brilliant and uncompromising in the pursuit of what is fair and right. Her unwavering advocacy for women’s rights and reproductive justice is inspiring. She is a desperately needed voice in these turbulent times. As a midwife responding to a long history of systemic abuse and marginalization, I admire Hermine’s passion and determined support, providing me a platform from which I could speak courageously. I cannot recommend Hermine’s legal services enough. She is truly a bright light in this world.”

– A.S., Certified Nurse-Midwife

Hermine is a real advocate for the profession of midwifery and the midwifery model of care. Her expertise and understanding in obstetrical cases were integral to the positive outcome of my experience. Hermine’s caring and professional demeanor was always evident. I recommend Hermine Hayes-Klein without hesitation.

— M.P.C., Certified Nurse Midwife

Hermine’s fierce support was empowering as a single mother. It was the second time I had had a lawyer during the five years I was in and out of court with my children's father. Without Hermine, I don't believe it would have ended the way it did. She was with me every step of the way. I will be forever grateful for her work and the passion that goes with it.

— N.B., Parent, Family Law