
Bar Admissions
California State Bar, 2005
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, 2008
Education
Willamette University College of Law, 2005
Pacific Union College, magna cum laude, 2000
Professional Associations
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA)
California Association for Parent-Child Advocacy (CAPCA)
International Dyslexia Association (IDA)
Contra Costa County Bar Association
I have been an attorney for over 17 years practicing in the Bay Area. Initially, my practice focused on personal injury civil litigation matters with clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to family-owned businesses.
In 2017, I decided to leave my civil litigation practice in order to advocate for my child. I now practice Special Education law exclusively. As the mother to a daughter with dyslexia, I understand that navigating the special education process can be stressful and intimidating for parents. Having gone through the IEP process with my own child, I understand the frustration parents often feel, wanting so desperately to get their children the help they need yet not knowing where to begin.
My work is driven by passion to educate and empower other parents. I work with parents to develop a strategy and plan to get their children the individualized support they need. I know that people seek answers during stressful times, so I focus on making my clients feel understood and arm them with the tools they need to advocate for their children. When clients understand the special education process and feel empowered, they sleep better at night.
Whether you need a consultant behind the scenes, or someone to take the lead, I will work with you to develop an approach that best suits your needs.