Client Collaborations
All Representative Cases
Represented financial institution in lawsuit against former borrower to recover monies loaned.
Represent leading national architecture firms in contract negotiations for major construction projects and claim disputes.
Coauthored amicus brief in Doe v. Medford School District, addressing public-entity rights as property owner and employer and state statutes concerning concealed weapons.
Represented large national merchandising company against false advertising claims arising from a dispute involving rights to Jimi Hendrix merchandise and artwork. Obtained summary judgment dismissal of all claims, and an award of fees, both of which were upheld by the Ninth Circuit on appeal.
Represent landlords in receivership and bankruptcy proceedings. The primary goal is to ensure timely payment of rent during the case and cure of defaults for leases that are assumed and assigned. Assist landlords with calculation of claims and recovery of collateral when leases are rejected and tenants vacate the premises. Handle these cases locally in state and bankruptcy courts, as well as in national bankruptcy cases, usually in Delaware, where large Chapter 11 retail cases are common.
Represented Mark Calvert, Chapter 11 Trustee of Northwest Territorial Mint LLC.
Prepared and negotiated license and endorsement agreements between companies and student-athletes, engaging with athlete agents and agency counsel throughout the negotiation process.
Defended state bank in lawsuit brought by former borrower. Matter settled.
Counsel for design and construction of Providence Health & Service’s capital construction projects for more than 25 years. Preparation and negotiation of master and individual contracts and resolution of claims from projects.