For 15 years, I have served across Oregon’s justice system — as a prosecutor, deputy city attorney, and senior assistant attorney general. I have tried serious criminal cases, advised on modernizing policing practices, and litigated complex post-conviction civil cases involving constitutional claims.

I began my legal career at the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office, first as a law clerk while I was a student at Lewis & Clark law school and then as a Deputy District Attorney after graduation. I prosecuted a wide range of cases, including domestic violence, drug offenses, human trafficking, and serious violent crimes such as robberies, assaults, and homicides. I tried complex cases to juries and judges. As a prosecutor I worked closely with victims, defense counsel, and judges to pursue fair and just outcomes.

Early in my career as a prosecutor, I was selected to pilot a Mental Health Deputy District Attorney position. The project was successful, and it remains a permanent position in the DA’s office today. In that role, I staffed cases for Mental Health Court, represented the State at civil commitment hearings, and collaborated with county mental health investigators and treatment providers. That experience deepened my understanding of the intersection between the justice system and mental health, and the importance of thoughtful judicial oversight.

In 2018, I joined the Portland City Attorney’s Office where I was a lead advice attorney for the Portland Police Bureau. I provided real-time legal guidance to all ranks, from officers to the Chief. I regularly developed and delivered legal training to all Bureau members regarding policy implementation, case law updates, and statutory changes.

I currently serve as a Senior Assistant Attorney General in the Trial Division of the Oregon Department of Justice. Primarily, I defend the State in post-conviction relief proceedings, which requires extensive review of trial records, detailed constitutional research and analysis, and disciplined written and oral advocacy. I also represent the State in Psychiatric Security Review Board hearings, where I advocate for decisions that balance accountability, fairness, and public safety.

I grew up in Lake Oswego and have dedicated my career to serving Oregonians. My husband and I are rearing our two daughters in Portland, and in my free time I enjoy coaching their soccer teams. New athletes’ motivation to improve through teamwork, consistency, and accountability encourages me to do the same, personally and professionally.

I hope to bring these values to the bench. I believe that 15 years of litigating cases in Multnomah County courtrooms has prepared me to be efficient and fair, and to make thoughtful, well-reasoned decisions grounded firmly in the law.