I was born and raised in Washington State. While serving in the U.S. Army, I completed my undergraduate work in legal studies at Kaplan University. With a desire to practice law and help children and families, I earned my Juris Doctor from Gonzaga University School of Law in 2016. Once at Gonzaga, I immediately distinguished myself as a leader by working at a level beyond what was expected. During law school, I worked in a family law firm and the Elder Law Clinic where I practiced family law and elder law under supervision. I dedicated hundreds of hours to serving the low-income population of Spokane, Washington through the Volunteer Lawyers Program. Because of my dedication to service, I was recognized by the Spokane County Bar Association as the Volunteer Law Student of the Year for 2014 and Direct Representation Case of the Year for 2016. I was admitted to the State Bar of Washington in 2016. I am a knowledgeable, passionate, dedicated advocate for my clients, with a focus on all aspects of family law including divorce, separation, custody, child support, division of property, relocation actions, and spousal maintenance (alimony). I especially enjoy sorting out complex issues of law and helping families achieve outcomes that all parties can comfortably live with. During and since graduating from law school, I have assisted on and conducted many successful trials. I enjoy litigation and love to fight for my clients. I continue to volunteer providing pro bono legal advice to those in need. I believe in a personal and compassionate approach to family law. In 2017, I was recognized by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys as one of Washington’s 10 Best. I currently reside in Yakima, Washington with my four daughters. I enjoy playing with my girls, hiking/walking, camping, watching baseball, and spending time with my family. I am pleased to advocate for families in the community I grew up in.
