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I represent management in labor and employment issues, ranging from class actions and wage-hour matters to "traditional" labor matters involving unions: organizing campaigns, negotiations, strikes, picketing, and arbitration. I also defend employers faced with citations by OSHA and the corresponding state agencies.

I represent individuals and corporations in federal and state courts, as well as in regulatory enforcement actions. I defend clients in white collar criminal prosecutions and complex civil litigation, with an emphasis on parallel proceedings and internal investigations. A skilled and successful litigator and effective problem solver, I have substantial experience handling federal and state cases from initial investigation through appeal. I have served as a prosecuting attorney, defense counsel, appellate attorney, internal investigative counsel, government ethics adviser, and trial advocacy instructor. Prior to joining McKay Chadwell in 2006, I represented the State of Washington in civil and criminal matters as an Assistant Attorney General, where I served on the Washington Bar Association’s Committee on Public Defense. Prior to moving to Washington State, I served on active duty with the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps.

I represent human beings, not big corporations or insurance companies. I fight for justice for my clients.

I represent employers of all sizes in a wide range of matters by striving to ensure that every step taken in a case advances the client’s overall goals. I am a Texas transplant who fell in love with the Pacific Northwest and moved to  Washington in 2011. My husband is also an attorney. Our cocker spaniel, Howie, keeps us active.  In my spare time, I enjoy walking the trails near my home, reading, and cooking.

I represent corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and individuals in business and corporate law matters, with an emphasis on securities, mergers and acquisitions, and technology issues.

I represent clients who have been injured by the negligence of someone else either in a car accident, bike accident, motorcycle accident, or by some other negligent act. You need someone who is going to stand up to the insurance companies and demand what is rightfully yours. If you do not bring a case, you are only saving the insurance company money and not saving the defendant any money, as their rates are going up no matter if you bring a personal injury claim for damages or not.. Hiring me does not necessarily mean trial, as 99% of case do not go to trial, but it does mean that you are maximizing the offer from the insurance company for your personal injury claim. I am paid out of the settlmenet a contingency fee, so that means no up  front costs to you and I am paid a percentage of the settlement.. I offer free consultations so please do not hesitate to call me about your personal injury case.

I represent clients in every aspect of government contracting, including bid protests, claims and disputes, terminations, government audits and investigations, procurement fraud and False Claims Act matters, socio-economic (small business) issues,  suspension/debarment and complaince issues.

I represent clients in complex construction defect litigation and related insurance coverage disputes, where I work with project owners, developers, contractors, and design professionals to assist them in reaching successful and cost-effective resolutions.. I have also worked with clients on large and widely publicized commercial litigation, antitrust, and other litigation matters.  Additionally, I represent landlords in landlord-tenant litigation, unlawful detainer actions, and other areas of landlord-tenant law including collecting from defaulting commercial tenants.

I represent clients in a wide range of real estate, general business, and fiduciary litigation. My litigation practice emphasizes a realistic initial assessment of the client's legal position and options, together with realistic attempts to settle. If intensive efforts to negotiate and settle disputes (thus minimizing legal costs) fail, I aggressively pursue all available cost-effective litigation strategies to achieve the best possible result for the client.

I regularly advise public and private companies on employment issues, including compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination and harassment laws, wage/hour compliance, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act, the National Labor Relations Act, unfair competition, and trade secrets laws.  I drafs and review employment policies and other employment-related documents.My trial experience includes representing clients in disputes involving discrimination, retaliation, workplace health and safety, and wage and hour issues. Prior to joining the Riddell Williams, I spent a year interning for the in-house legal team at Walgreen Co.  I also worked as a judicial extern for Judge Thomas S. Zilly in Federal District Court.   Before applying to law school, I interned for U.S. Senators Edward Kennedy and John Kerry in their Boston offices.  I worked in the Casework Division of both offices, which involved working with, and on behalf of, Massachusetts constituents to resolve issues with various federal offices and agencies.

I received my Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, with a minor in Law, Societies, and Justice, from the University of Washington.  I then pursued my legal education at the Seattle University School of Law.. During law school, I received numerous accolades and honors.  I was a Presidential Law scholar, a member of the Moot Court Board, and an Associate Editor on the Seattle University Law Review.  I graduated cum laude.. In addition to my studies, I worked as a research assistant for Professor Gregory Silverman, a summer clerk in the Yakima County Prosecutor’s Office, and a legal intern at the law firm of Marler Clark.. I have been published multiple times, including an article entitled Product Liability and Food in Washington State: What Constitutes Manufacturing?, published in the the Seattle University Law Review.  Additionally, I have engaged in advocacy work, helping to author a 2009 petition to the USDA that resulted in a change to federal law, enacting stricter safety standards for ground beef production.. I am currently run and manage ABF Law Firm.

I really enjoy getting to know my clients and working with them to achieve a result that they are pleased with.   I generally form a strong bond with my clients--I am loyal to them, and they stay loyal to me.  As a result, we are able to successfully work through tough situations together.

I provide transactional legal services to entrepreneurs, small businesses and startups.  With more than 10 years of experience as in-house counsel and providing legal and consulting services to private clients, I have a first-hand understanding of the wide range of legal and business challenges that come with starting and running a business.. My practice is focused on helping businesses and corporations protect, grow and thrive, from the initial formation of an enterprise to its operation and evolution.  These services generally include incorporation and formation, contracts and agreements, protecting intellectual property, and regulatory compliance.. Getting the legal aspects right and keeping them in order adds value to a business.. Because legal costs shouldn't be a burden, I operate a virtual practice to minimize my costs and offer reasonable fixed-cost and hourly rates.  I am easily reachable by phone), e-mail (), and am available to meet in person at a convenient location.

I provide strategic and guided litigation services and dispute resolution assistance to a wide range of companies and individuals. My practice focuses on disputes of all types, including those in receiverships and commercial bankruptcies. My litigation experience includes drafting motions, briefs, memoranda and agreements; settlement negotiations; discovery management; oral argument; trial; and solo small case management. In addition, I have extensive experience in representing creditors, debtors, and receivers in financially complex state court receiverships. In my spare time, I love spending time with my family, hiking in Washington’s beautiful backcountry, cooking (and eating), and cheering on my beloved Huskies.

I provide practical legal and business solutions to agencies, studios, production companies, game companies, freelancers, and others in the creative field. Areas of expertise include contract drafting, review, and negotiation, intellectual property issues, live action support, clearances, and employment law. Specializations also include analyzing contract databases and assisting with streamlining business operations and administration so that my clients can maintain their focus on producing creative work.

I provide individuals and businesses with business legal advice including development and enhancement of business enterprise risk managment and regulatory compliance systems.  Fully online and secure client portal.  Contact me through my website at .

I provide general legal and business counseling to startups, nonprofits, and social entrepreneurs.. I previously worked as General Counsel at TUNE and as an associate attorney at Perkins Coie. I'm currently a Board member for the WA Technology Industry Association and Columbia Legal Services. I previously served as the University of Washington's Student Regent, managed a state legislative campaign, researched in Ghana on behalf of a start-up social enterprise, split an apple strudel with Kofi Annan while working at a think tank in Salzburg, and lectured on Pink Floyd lyrics as an English teacher in Taiwan.

I provide counsel and litigation services to general contractors, engineers and other construction industry and government contract clients.  I am experienced in resolving multiple different types of construction claims and disputes, including bid protests, change order and extra work disputes, and claims for delay, impact, and acceleration. In addition, I have handled numerous claims and disputes involving defective design and construction, and am experienced with insurance coverage and bond claims that arise in construction disputes.  Over the years I have worked on a wide variety of public and private construction projects, including road, bridge and tunneling projects, light rail, sports stadiums, libraries, educational and civic facilities, hotels and casinos, and numerous commercial, condominium and mixed-use developments.

I provide corporate and transactional legal services to both established and entrepreneurial clients, either working with existing in-house legal departments or in an "outside general counsel" role. I also provide legal services as "Of Counsel" to Mundt MacGregor L.L.P. My current practice includes merger and acquisition-related work as well as technology and design licensing and other general corporate contracts and matters.

I primarily represent plaintiffs in medical and legal malpractice and serious personal injury claims.

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I practice in the areas of employment law, health law and business, handling such matters as employment agreements, non-competes, independent contractor agreements, wages, overtime, employee benefits, discrimination and harassment, workplace injuries, disability, discipline and discharge, EEOC and Human Rights Commission charges, unemployment benefits, L & I claims, HIPAA, Department of Health charges, medical practice business and personnel issues, health care regulations, physician misconduct and discipline, and patient complaints.

I practice in the areas of commercial & corporate law with an emphasis on intellectual property, entertainment and corporations/limited liability companies. My commercial practice includes licensing, foreign & domestic distribution, trademark and copyright registration, prosecution and litigation. My corporate practice includes selection and formation of new businesses, nonprofits, associations, asset/stock purchases and financing. I have tried, arbitrated & mediated many commercial cases.

I practice in the areas of business and corporate law, health law, employment and real estate law. I focus on mergers and acquisitions, commercial, corporate
planning, partnership, asset and stock purchase and sale, employment,
and the formation of medical practice groups.

I practice family law in King and Snohomish Counties, focusing on divorce, parenting/custody, child support, spousal support, and the division of assets, including complex and high net worth estates.  I have done significant work in the preparation and litigation of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs), including their enforcement and amendment.  I have done significant work on issues involving business interests, taxes, and retirement accounts, and my colleagues have turned to me to confer about the same.. I've volunteered with the KCBA Local Family Law Legal Clinic since 2014 and have volunteered with KCBA to mentor young attorneys working on domestic violence cases.  I believe it's important as attorneys that we donate our time in an effort to extend community access to legal services.. When I'm not lawyering, I like to do all of the wonderful outdoor activities available to us in Washington, specifically skiing, backpacking, climbing, hiking, and kayaking.  I have a gardening habit that borders on a preoccupation.  Cooking rounds out the list.