Industry focus
How I represent clients at Schwabe
I represent businesses navigating complex employment matters, both before trial courts and on appeal. Prior to joining Schwabe, I gained valuable insight into judicial decision-making processes as a law clerk for District of Oregon Judges Armistead and Acosta, and I translate that insight into thoughtful and skilled advocacy for clients. My focus is in the healthcare industry, though I’ve been fortunate to represent clients across other industries as well.
Beyond litigation work, I also review and update employment handbooks to comply with myriad state and federal laws, provide and support advice work on employment issues, and support clients through community engagement activities.
Experience
Employment litigation and administrative matters
- Defends claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour, leave law violations, and contract disputes before state and federal courts from initial pleadings, through discovery, motions practice, and oral argument
- Respond to complex EEOC and BOLI charges, from initial factfinding and intensive document review, to witness interviews, counselling, and drafting responsive position statements distilling issue and defending against claims
- Extensive experience defending against Title VII and ADA discrimination claims, including securing summary judgment on a variety of matters in the District of Oregon for large healthcare providers
- Drafted appellate briefs resulting in successful outcomes for clients before the Oregon Land Use Board of Appeal, Oregon Court of Appeals, and Oregon Supreme Court
Employment advice and counseling
- Review and update employment handbooks for compliance with state and federal employment laws, including family and medical leave, paid family medical leave, paid sick time, pay equity, wage and hour, predictive scheduling, workplace safety, and COVID-related regulations
- Assists with disability/religion accommodation requests and the interactive process
- Provide HR/supervisor anti-discrimination and anti-retaliation trainings
Education
- University of Oregon, School of Law, Juris Doctor, Order of the Coif (2021)
- University of Nevada, Reno, Bachelor of Arts, English Literature, magna cum laude (2016)
Admissions
- Oregon State Courts
Awards
- University of Oregon School of Law, Laird Kirkpatrick Award in Evidence (2020)
- University of Oregon School of Law, Excellence in Written Advocacy Award (2019)
- U.S. Department of State, Fulbright Research Grant (2018)
Services
Community Activities
We the People Constitution Team Coach, Cleveland High School (2025-present)
Outside Interests
When not working, I’m usually spending time on home project, unwinding in the garden, hanging in the hammock, or swimming around in one of Oregon’s many wonderful rivers.
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