Established in 1994.

After six years as a criminal prosecuting attorney, I joined a prominent family law firm for three years and then decided to open my own practice.  Since then I have been privileged to represent a wide spectrum of quality clients, including court appointments on behalf of children and abused women.  I have shared a professional suite since 1996 with Gazzola & Hull, another strong family law firm, providing complete independence with the benefits of a firm environment.

I was born and raised in Oregon, graduated from Haverford College (1981) and University of Utah College of Law with Honors (1985). I started my legal career as prosecuting attorney in Tucson, Arizona (1985-1990) before coming home to Oregon.  I served as Deputy District Attorney in Multnomah County (1990-1991) before joining as a trial attorney with Stahancyk, Gazzola and Gearing (1991-1994).  I have enjoyed private practice since1994, and currently have cases in Washington, Multnomah, Clackamas, Marion, Polk, and Columbia Counties.  I enjoy helping good people through sometimes tough passages and getting them good results.