Criminal Defense, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Student Conduct Defense.

Trial lawyer part of a nine-attorney law firm practicing complex criminal defense and civil litigation in local, state, and federal court. Responsible for management of legal projects or teams by providing purpose and direction to an array of technical and specialized professionals, including paralegals, private investigators, psychologists, physicians, engineers, computer forensics specialists, and others. Represent students and student organizations in student conduct code violation matters… Show more Trial lawyer part of a nine-attorney law firm practicing complex criminal defense and civil litigation in local, state, and federal court. Responsible for management of legal projects or teams by providing purpose and direction to an array of technical and specialized professionals, including paralegals, private investigators, psychologists, physicians, engineers, computer forensics specialists, and others. Represent students and student organizations in student conduct code violation matters at state universities. Contributing member of defense teams in two high-profile homicide cases. Appellate advocacy experience before the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Show less

Solo-practice attorney practicing criminal defense and civil litigation. Managed teams of investigators and experts for litigation purposes. Indigent defense provider in Eugene Municipal Court. Civil jury trial experience U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (federal court). Civil commitment defense in state circuit court. Counsel clients on appropriate case resolution. Negotiate settlement and sentencing alternatives. Honored as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, recognizing the top 2.5%… Show more Solo-practice attorney practicing criminal defense and civil litigation. Managed teams of investigators and experts for litigation purposes. Indigent defense provider in Eugene Municipal Court. Civil jury trial experience U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (federal court). Civil commitment defense in state circuit court. Counsel clients on appropriate case resolution. Negotiate settlement and sentencing alternatives. Honored as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, recognizing the top 2.5% attorneys 40 years-old or under in Oregon. Show less

Develop comprehensive legal strategy and research statutes, case law, and procedural rules to support all aspects of criminal litigation. Counsel clients on appropriate case resolution. Draft pleadings and legal memoranda to support outcome goals. Conduct jury selection. Present trial advocacy through motions, examination of testimonial evidence, opening statement, and closing argument. Negotiate settlement and sentencing alternatives.

Prosecuted Uniform Code of Military Justice violations before administrative hearings boards to determine separation from military service and character of discharge. Conducted legal research for Trial Defense Services team. Working knowledge of State and Federal statutes, case law, and administrative rules. Application of Army and Department of Defense regulations to military legal operations.

Produced legal research, analysis, and writing for civil litigation, employment, and labor relations attorneys representing public school districts. Conducted statutory analysis and drafted legislation to support the legislative affairs team. Supported the education policy department with legal review and policy analysis. Wrote two quarterly newsletters: “The School Law Reporter” and “Special Education Update.”

Led nine enlisted paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division as part of the Army’s strategic response force. Prepared to deploy worldwide in 18 hours against any adversary. Contributed to the planning, development, and execution of all platoon missions. Evaluated two noncommissioned officers. Trained Afghan National Security Forces. Awarded Combat Infantryman Badge, Parachutist Badge, Expert Rifle Badge, Army Commendation Medal (2), and Army Achievement Medal (2).Deployed to Afghanistan… Show more Led nine enlisted paratroopers of the 82nd Airborne Division as part of the Army’s strategic response force. Prepared to deploy worldwide in 18 hours against any adversary. Contributed to the planning, development, and execution of all platoon missions. Evaluated two noncommissioned officers. Trained Afghan National Security Forces. Awarded Combat Infantryman Badge, Parachutist Badge, Expert Rifle Badge, Army Commendation Medal (2), and Army Achievement Medal (2).Deployed to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom VII-VIII (2/07 to 5/08). Show less