With over three decades of experience in the legal field, this neutral transitioned to full-time dispute resolution after a 33-year career as a trial attorney. Her background includes representing both plaintiffs and defendants in high-stakes litigation, particularly within the Pacific Northwest. She has handled a wide array of matters including catastrophic injury, professional negligence, and complex commercial disputes.
A seasoned trial lawyer with deep roots in the Washington legal community, offering a balanced perspective from decades of representing diverse interests in complex tort and commercial cases.
One of the few neutrals in the region who is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, reflecting extensive courtroom experience from both sides of the bar.
She is recognized by legal peers for her thorough preparation, persistence in reaching settlements, and an empathetic yet direct approach that helps parties navigate emotionally charged disputes.