How I represent clients at Schwabe
With over 14 years of experience, I am a seasoned trial lawyer committed to representing businesses and individuals in a range of legal matters. My practice includes employment disputes, business and shareholder disputes, real estate and construction litigation, contract disputes, and other liability issues.
I enjoy collaborating with clients to craft innovative solutions and practical strategies that achieve the best possible outcomes. Known for being responsive and easy to work with, I have tried numerous cases to verdict, and consistently achieved favorable results. I practice in the state and federal courts of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Experience
- Achieved a full defense verdict in a 7-day federal jury trial, representing an insurance brokerage firm and a newly hired broker against a competitor who alleged contractual interference and violations of non-compete, non-solicit, and confidentiality provisions in an employment agreement. The competing brokerage sought damages that exceeded $10 million.
- Represented a commercial real estate broker in litigation related to a breach-of-brokerage agreement, and successfully obtained the full commission owed the client under the agreement.
- Obtained a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) and Preliminary Injunction for a construction company against a former shareholder who had violated the company’s shareholder agreement.
- Defended a construction contractor in a lawsuit involving allegations of breach of contract, unlawful trade practices, and consumer fraud.
- Won summary judgment for a manufacturing client in a lawsuit that alleged disability discrimination and harassment.
- Obtained dismissal of a condemnation/eminent domain lawsuit that sought to take property from a national bank.
- Handled litigation involving partition, easement, and neighbor disputes.
- Provided advice and counsel to real estate agents who faced regulatory action from licensing authorities.
Education
- University of Oregon, School of Law, Juris Doctor
- The University of the South: Sewanee, Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Spanish
Admissions
- Idaho State Courts
- Oregon State Courts
- Washington State Courts
- U.S. Court of Appeals - Ninth Circuit
- U.S. District Court - District of Idaho
- U.S. District Court - District of Oregon
- U.S. District Court - District of Western Washington
- U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Washington
Memberships
- Multnomah County Bar Association
- National Association of Railroad Trial Counsel
Awards
- Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America®, Commercial Litigation (2025)
- Recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America, Commercial Litigation (2021-2024)
- Selected to the Oregon Super Lawyers Rising Stars List, Business Litigation (2022-2023)
Additional Publications
- “Considerations for Noncompete Agreements in Oregon and Washington,” coauthor, Oregon Business Lawyer Oregon State Bar Business Law Section Newsletter (2022)
- OP-ED: “As Restrictions Ease, Time Limitations on Claims Will Begin to Run,” Daily Journal of Commerce (2021)
- “Navigating Potential Liability for Products Sold, Manufactured or Installed,” Daily Journal of Commerce (2019)
- OP-ED: “Limiting risk and exposure under the Employer Liability Law,” Daily Journal of Commerce (2018)
Additional Events
- Oregon Civil Trial Skills, Panelist, National Business Institute, 2023
- Handling the Business Emergency – Temporary Restraining Orders and Preliminary Injunctions, ABA TIPS Section Conference, 2022
Community Activities
- Campaign for Equal Justice (2013-2017)
- Mt. Tabor Soccer Club, Volunteer Kids’ Soccer Coach (2023-2024)
Outside Interests
I love exploring new places and creating unforgettable memories with my family during our travels.
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