As an attorney, I have always been dedicated to helping others in their time of need. Whether helping a parent denied valuable time with their child, or a client who has made a mistake and is now facing criminal charges. With care and compassion, I am here to stand by you, counsel and prepare you for the next steps, and vigorously defend your rights.
I have extensive experience in family law, spending several years as a law clerk for a non-profit family law firm in Portland, before beginning practice in Clark County. I provide real-world advice to clients while successfully delivering results. I have represented clients in various family law matters, including dissolution of marriage, legal separations, child custody /visitation rights, spousal maintenance, child support issues, and committed intimate relationships (unmarried long-term relationships), as well as domestic violence and restraining order cases. In my criminal defense practice, I have handled an assortment of misdemeanor matters, including reckless driving, DUI, and warrant quashing matters.
I graduated from Lewis and Clark Law School and achieved certificates in both Criminal and Public Interest Law. I have had substantial experience helping clients with diverse family law issues during my practice. I work with clients to get affordable representation when possible. This includes consultations and unbundled services helping clients to represent themselves when necessary.
During my clerkship, I spent the majority of my time in court, gaining invaluable experience before judges in two counties. I volunteered with the Domestic Violence Coordinator’s Office and the National Crime Victims’ Law Institute during law school to learn the intricacies of the criminal justice system. I received my Bachelor of Arts from the University of Washington with a double-major in Communications and Social Sciences.
Before being licensed to practice in Washington, I worked extensively in the legal field developing substantial experience with the practice of law, which included my education at a high ranking local law school and several years as a law clerk. In my spare time I enjoy exploring the beautiful waterfall hiking trails of the Pacific Northwest, or on a rainy afternoon staying in with a good book. Additionally, I can often be found volunteering at the Humane Society of Southwest Washington helping pets find their forever homes.
The CCBA offers its members many invaluable benefits like discounted CLEs, increased visibility through our searchable online directory and social networking activities throughout the year. Click here to become a member today!
Register today!