A seasoned trial attorney, Diane defends clients in commercial litigation matters, including product liability and toxic tort matters, in Washington and Oregon. She practices from Portland, Oregon via our Link virtual office.
Diane handles commercial litigation matters, primarily toxic tort cases, for manufacturers and distributors as well as premises owners. Based in Portland, she is well-versed in both Washington and Oregon courts. She handles cases from their earliest stages through trial and verdict, when trial is in the client’s best interest. While her practice currently focuses on toxic tort cases, her prior litigation experience includes professional liability, employment, and insurance coverage/bad faith matters.
With extensive experience in the courtroom, Diane has frequently taken cases to trial and verdict throughout her career. She has a reputation as both strategic and approachable, with a knack for presenting accessible, persuasive stories to judges and juries, even when dealing with highly complex medical and scientific questions.
Since 2012, Diane has focused her practice on the Pacific Northwest toxic tort world. Diane sees the big picture in litigation and knows that not all cases are prepared same or with an eye toward trial. She has built strong, collaborative, trusting relationships throughout the plaintiff and defense bars. Her long-standing connections help move matters forward efficiently, often leading to early and more favorable resolutions.
In addition to her trial experience and deep familiarity with Oregon and Washington toxic tort, Diane believes that being an effective advocate means being a skilled and responsive communicator. She is known for keeping clients informed at every stage of the matter so that they can make informed and timely decisions necessary to achieve the best result possible.