As an attorney at Samuels Yoelin Kantor, Denise draws upon her extensive knowledge of restaurants and the wine industry, Having spent 11 years on the Seattle hospitality scene, with stints at the award-winning Wild Ginger restaurant and wine retailer Esquin, to inform her real property and commercial law clients. Denise understands the unique challenges that food and beverage entrepreneurs face in all stages of their businesses. She helps hospitality industry clients navigate issues such as business formation, real estate agreements, trademarks, OLCC rules and other governmental regulations.

Denise also maintains a successful business and fiduciary litigation practice. She frequently represents clients on real estate disputes, business dissolutions, and trust contests.