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I was born in Portland, Oregon, but grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona. I returned to Oregon for college and law school, and have lived in Portland for over 10 years. During that time I have dedicated my time to working to improve our community and criminal justice system. I have worked at the Federal Public Defenders, the Multnomah Courthouse, and Metropolitan Public Defenders. I have volunteered for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), National Lawyer's Guild (NLG), Oregon Justice Resource Center (OJRC), Oregon Innocence Project, and Community Alliance of Tenants (CAT).

I was born and raised in Wisconsin and relocated to Portland in 2008. I have been licensed to practice law in Oregon since 2009.. Since 2012, I have focused my practice on estate planning, estate administration, and elder law. Prior to 2012, I represented low-income clients in family law matters as a staff attorney at St. Andrew Legal Clinic and worked as a clerk in the Clackamas County probate court.. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Erik, and our dogs, Gary and Bea. I am an avid Portland Pickles baseball fan.. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!  OR

I was born and raised in Colorado, and received a Bachelors Degree in History with minors in Political Science and Legal Studies at Colorado State University.  After graduation I moved to Oregon to pursue my life long dream of becoming an attorney. I was accepted to Willamette University College of Law on a Presidential Scholarship and moved to Salem in the fall of 2017.. I graduated from Willamette University's College of Law as the Oregon Women Lawyer's Law Graduate of the year.. I was formally sworn in as a member of the Oregon State Bar in October 2020. Since admission, I have represented clients in numerous family law cases including high value asset division, custody and parenting time modifications, spousal support modifications, prenuptual agreements, marital settlement agreements, and divorce litigation. I have also completed a 40 hour mediation training with Dr. Clare Fowler.. I emphasize communication and transparency in my practice. As an attorney you can rely on me to be honest with you and willing to guide you every step of the way. I feel it is important to recognize the mental and emotional costs of your case as well as the financial costs in order to determine the best path forward. My goal is to make sure you are not entrenched in a years-long legal battle and to find a solution that works for you.. I love living and working in Oregon. I spend my off hours hiking, camping, listening to podcasts, knitting, and spending time with my husband in our garden.

I understand the challenges that confront an individual and their loved ones when they require the assistance of an attorney. I believe that access to high quality legal services should be available to all. If you were denied a public defender or have financial concerns regarding hiring an attorney, contact me for a free consultation. I am ready to help.. I am a skilled advocate who will work zealously to achieve the best possible outcome for your case.

I tailor my representation to meet the needs of each individual client and/or business.  I have over a decade of experience helping individuals and businesses navigate complex legal situations.  My aim is to help my clients reach their goals as quickly and efficiently as possible.  In addition to any circuit court in Oregon, I am also admitted to appear in the US District Court for the District of Oregon (federal court).

I support individuals and families through complex family transitions, with a commitment to achieving the best possible results with minimal emotional and financial strain. My practice includes Collaborative Divorce, mediation, independent adoption, and select contested litigation. My approach prioritizes building lasting agreements tailored to meet each family's unique circumstances while equipping clients with the tools they need to resolve future disputes on their own, without court involvement.. My ability to examine an issue from every side has helped me develop a balanced approach to family law cases. I help clients identify and prioritize their goals, staying grounded in what matters to them. Equal emphasis on client education and advocacy ensures my clients are well-informed and able to confidently make decisions about their cases.. I began my legal career as a paralegal at a law firm in my hometown of Memphis, Tennessee before moving to Portland for law school where I externed as a clerk for the Honorable Robert E. Jones for the United States District Court, District of Oregon. Since moving to Portland, I have worked at firms with a wide range of practice areas, from business advising and strategy to elder law and intellectual property law. I hold a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from the University of Memphis and a juris doctor from the Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College.. In my free time, you may find me starting yet another DIY project, enjoying Portland's fantastic food, checking out a band, binging sitcoms, or getting lost in a puzzle.

I started Spector Law because I want to help you build, grow, and create what matters most to you. From protecting your family and assets, starting your business, or moving forward on that real estate project you’ve been planning for years, I want to help you do those things without the legal headache that comes from poor planning. With a litigation background, I’ve seen plenty of family and business disputes, and the process can sometimes be destructive, ugly, expensive, time-intensive – and even after a long-fought case, the result can still sometimes be a net loss after factoring all the time, energy, and money that went into the case.. Although sometimes litigation is necessary and can sometimes be helpful, sometimes the better strategy is side-stepping litigation in the first place. At Spector Law, my goal isn’t just to help you avoid the bad possible consequences that come from poor planning (like litigation), but instead to go further and prepare a big picture, strategic plan so that the end result is something that truly accomplishes your goals and objectives.. More than just legal planning, I also started Spector Law so that I could spend more time providing excellent customer service and so that you and I can work together as long as it takes to get the right result for you. To do this, I intentionally limit the number of cases and clients I take on. My law firm is intentionally small, just me, so that when you call, text, or e-mail, I’m the one contacting you back right away.. Part of my emphasis on excellent customer service also includes making sure that you always have the case status of your matter on-demand. Through a secure client portal, all of your case documents, upcoming events, case status updates, and case messages are stored in one place, so you can download an extra copy of that one document you need immediately and you don’t have to wait several days for someone to get back to you. Additionally, at Spector Law, you will receive automatic updates about the progress of your case by text and e-mail. Also, through the online scheduler, you can schedule a meeting to meet with me anytime that is most convenient for you.

I started riding motorcycles in 1985.  I started practicing law in 1997.  I eventually became a motorcycle attorney.  I help fellow riders who are injured in Oregon and Washington and work on motorcycle-related legislative issues in Salem and Olympia.  I am passionate about all things motorcycle.

I started practicing law in 1992.  I opened up my own practice immediately after graduating from law school and passing the bar exam.  For the first two years I mostly did criminal defense.  Then I started representing criminal defendants in civil matters:  they had been held in jail too long, or beaten by the police.  Then I began to represent people outside of the criminal law system injured in accidents  -- primarily car accidents.. I liked doing that sort of work (personal injury or "PI" work).  It tends to be less contentious and less stressful than some other areas, although no area of litigation is without its stressors, as conflict is inherent in the process.. When I cannot agree with the other side -- which is often, I am afraid -- I like to adhere to two concepts.  The first is to disagree without being disagreeable.  The second is to agree to disagree:  stop trying to convince the other side that I am right and get the case before a judge or arbitrator to settle the matter.

I started my career in the biotechnology sector, working directly with patients and physicians to develop new drug therapies. I managed clinical trials for the treatment of macular degeneration, cancer, hypertension, high cholesterol, and rare retinal disorders. I experienced first-hand the challenges of managing a medical practice and getting new drugs to market quickly and safely.. I then applied my scientific training to the energy sector, working for the Department of Energy during the day and attending law school in the evenings. I saw how some of the most interesting challenges played out across the region, such as integrating renewable energy sources into the grid, creating an energy imbalance market, and setting wholesale power and transmission rates.. At Immix, I focus on helping biotech and health care clients navigate the complex rules that shape their businesses. She especially enjoys helping women-owned and family businesses succeed in challenging marketplaces.. Outside of Immix, I enjoy diving and exploring the Pacific NW with my husband Jeff, daughter Eliza, and two fantastic dogs Zoey and Heike.

I start with the presumption that there is a favorable solution to a client's legal problems, and hold to that presumption until I am convinced, beyond any reasonable doubt, that there is no feasible remedy.. My passion is for any area of the law relating to land, whether it be zoning, municipal, environmental, real estate, easement, adverse possession, or boundary law.   People's identities are often deeply rooted in where they live, how they use their land, and how others respect their rights.  The right to protect one's land against trespassers, to curb inappropriate nearby development, or to gain  relief from senseless government restrictions is one of the few values in society that is really worth fighting for.. Much of the time it is possible to reach a win-win settlement of a land or zoning dispute.  However, when that is not possible, it is essential to hire an attorney who deeply understands the intricacies of these areas of the law.  Land law is combination of the very ancient and the very modern, with all sorts of intricate procedures mixed in.  It is fascinating but complicated.. There are times when I wish I were younger -- who wants to get old?  However,  experience has its advantages.   After practicing law for 32 years, there is very little I have not seen, and few places I have not been. Nothing surprises me much.  That does not mean that I'm stuck in my ways.  The more you know, the more you realize how much there is left to be discovered.  Leave no stone unturned.. I work with people from all walks of life.  I have dealt with officials, agencies, and bureaucrats from the smallest towns in Maine to Washington DC.   Although lawsuits and administrative appeals are too costly to be started without careful thought, if they cannot be avoided, I enjoy a good fight.  Nothing is more satisfying than seeing the relief on a client's face when I have thrown down the last obstacle standing in their way.. I am lucky.  I love what I do. I welcome all the possibilities and challenges that arrive with each new case.. No attorney can fix every problem.  However, there is no attorney who will try harder than me to find you a way out of your predicament, or a means to achieve your goal.. Although it is foolish to tilt at windmills, the fact remains that you have to believe there's a solution if you are ever going to make it happen.  Realism is good.  Pessimism is not.

I specialize in probate administration and estate planning.  Assisting people in dealing with the difficulties following the death of a loved one, and planning for the future to protect and care for their families is a very gratifying practice for me.  I welcome the opportunity to meet new clients.

I represent public and private clients in complex environmental civil litigation and regulatory matters. I have conducted both trial and appellate litigation in federal and state tribunals across the country, including the Second and Ninth Circuit Courts of Appeals, Eastern District of New York, New York and Oregon state trial courts, and Virginia State Corporation Commission. I regularly handle matters involving federal and state environmental and natural resource agencies, including EPA, BLM, USFWS, Oregon DEQ, and the Washington Department of Ecology. I have assisted with the environmental review and compliance aspects of numerous corporate transactions. I earned my J.D. from Columbia University School of Law, where I was a Stone Scholar, and served as Editor-in-Chief of the Columbia Journal of Environmental Law.

I represent management in employment litigation and provide advice in employment matters. I have worked with government entities, businesses of all sizes, and non-profit organizations. I draft and update workplace policies and employee handbooks, provide workplace training, and advise clients on employment issues when they arise. I also represent clients before state and federal administrative agencies and in state and federal court proceedings. I am Chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Young Lawyers Division, the Oregon State Bar's Young Lawyer Delegate to the ABA House of Delegates, and a Life Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. Locally, I sit on the Multnomah Bar Association Board of Directors, act as its Liaison to the Judicial Screening Committee, and am a past President of its Young Lawyer Section. I also serve as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Hollywood Theatre and NWEEO/Affirmative Action Association. I am certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) by the Human Resources Certification Institute and am admitted to practice law in Oregon and Washington state and federal courts.

I represent individuals and companies in establishing, licensing and enforcing intellectual property rights, with an emphasis on patent protection efforts in the United States and around the world. I have obtained patents for clients in a variety of technical fields, including but not limited  cell phone transmission and reception systems, medical devices, networking systems, semiconductor circuits and fabrication, materials used for an array of applications as well as the fabrication of such materials, chemical compositions, fluid measurement calibration systems, high-temperature fluid transfer systems, water treatment systems, magnetic levitation systems, surface acoustic wave systems and software.

I represent individuals and businesses in criminal, civil, and regulatory matters. With 20 years of business experience prior to law school, I bring a breadth of professional and “real-world” experience to my law practice.

I represent individuals accused of crimes, injured by the wrongful acts of others, or otherwise taken advantage of by corporations, insurance companies, or the government.  Prior to joining Hallett, Zerillo & Whipple, I worked in the litigation department of a major Portland law firm and as a law clerk for Justice Andrew M. Mead of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.  Please contact me and I would be happy to discuss how I might best assist you.

I represent domestic and international clients in securities, mergers and acquisitions, general corporate and business law, and the life sciences. I assist clients in initial and secondary public offerings, formation of joint ventures and ongoing compliance with state and federal securities laws. I also provide corporate governance and business advice to boards of directors and executive officers. I have authored articles on federal securities laws, Oregon corporations and securities law.. My clients include: adidas America, Acacia Venture Partners, Auctionpay, AVI BioPharma, Canterbury Park Capital, Celartem, Inc., Communication Intelligence Corp., Goldbrook Ventures, Inc., Kaiser Permanente Ventures, Pacific Crest Securities, Inc., Renewal Partners LP, Tag Oil Ltd. and Yamhill Valley Vineyards.

I represent consumers who were wronged by car dealers.

I represent and advise employers in all aspects of employment law, including wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful discharge, family and medical leave, and unfair competition. I have litigated cases in both state and federal court, as well as in administrative proceedings before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and California Department of Fair Employment and Housing.

I received the Armonica Grant in 2011 and the National Association of Women Lawyer’s Outstanding Law Graduate Award for 2012, because of my commitment and work advocating for those affected by family law issues and domestic violence. Additionally, I received the Willamette Law Pro Bono award in 2011 and 2012, for my extensive work mediating small claims cases at the Marion County Courthouse.. I enjoy working with people and families in crisis. As a mediator with extensive training and experience helping people communicate with each other, I always look for opportunities to defuse conflict and create positive outcomes for my clients.

I provide outstanding transactional services, but I also have the trial and appellate experience to litigate your biggest problems when they can't be resolved any other way.. A virtual office means I'm not tied to a building downtown, so that I can come to you, on your schedule. It also means lower overhead, so I can charge you less and offer a bit of certainty up-front through flat fee pricing. And ultimately, a fixed fee allows me to take my eyes off the clock and focus on what's most important—working for you.

I provide compassionate, intelligent and thorough representation at competitive rates.  It will cost you nothing to consult with me about your legal issue, so please call me today.

I provide a unique advantage to my clients. I spent the earlier part of his career as an insurance defense attorney. That experience gives me intimate knowledge of the defense tactics routinely used by insurance companies that I will use to your benefit. This invaluable insight into insurance company thinking and strategy will give you the best possible chance of recovering the compensation you deserve.. I received excellent legal training working for one of Oregon’s most well respected law firms. It became clear to me as my career progressed, however, that I was truly passionate about representing individuals – not insurance companies. It was that passion that led me to found Gamboa Law Firm.

I love running, yoga, reading, quilting and knitting. I enjoy travel and my favorite places visited include Machu Picchu, Paris and Vienna. Nothing is more important to me than my family which includes my husband, son, daughter, dog and cat!!