Representative Work

Represented University in successful land use proceedings related to remodel of historic Hayward Field and north campus master planning.

Eugene, Lane County, Oregon

Secured reversal of Land Use Board of Appeals interpretation of state law governing replacement dwellings on farmland; argued case before Oregon Supreme Court and assisted with successful legislative effort to clarify statute. LandWatch Lane County v. Lane County, 364 Or 724 (2019).

Location: Lane County, Oregon

Have counseled Oregon wine industry trade associations on a range of issues including commodity governance, wine labeling, land use, pesticide use and water supply. Have assisted with development of state legislation and administrative regulations.

Location: Oregon

Secured land use entitlements and property rights for mixed-use development near University of Oregon on behalf of national student housing developer. Prevailed in multiple local land use appeals and reached agreements with neighboring property owners to facilitate development.

Eugene, Oregon

Represented a utility in defending water rights related to hydropower production at an existing dam. Prevailed before the Washington Court of Appeals, Thurston County Superior Court and Washington Pollution Control Hearings Board. 194 Wash App 1054

Location: Okanogan County, Washington

Negotiated a favorable settlement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality on behalf of a fuel distributor for an accidental diesel spill in a waterway.

Location: Linn County, Oregon

Represented a multinational corporation regarding allocation of liability for remediation of the Portland Harbor Superfund site.

Location: Portland, Oregon

Represented the distributor in a Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA) proceeding against a purchaser who breached sales agreements. Obtained a favorable settlement. (U.S. Dept. of Ag., 2015)

Location: Portland, Oregon

Represent legendary arts and cultural organization in management of Fair property. Assisted with acquisition of vineyard and winery assets, and amendment to Lane County zoning code to preserve nonconforming land use rights affected by coronavirus public health orders.

Lane County, Oregon

Served as local development counsel for one of the world’s largest wind energy projects, located in eastern Oregon. Assisted with siting, electric transmission and interconnection, environmental and other regulatory matters.

Location: Gilliam and Morrow counties, Oregon