Client Collaborations

Joe Sharp, the managing member of Yule Tree Farms LLC, one of the largest Christmas tree growers and sellers in the United States for which Miller Nash has successfully litigated claims for fraud and misfeasance with former partners and fraud, misfeasance, and infringement against third parties, comments: "Denny backs up his advice and guidance with absolutely sound judgment and outstanding performance."

After a successful multimillion-dollar recovery for the Portland Art Museum, Marty Brantley, former chair of the Oregon Economic Development Commission and Art Museum board chair stated: "Denny's preparation, explanations of possible outcomes, and execution of cases make him a highly respected advisor and lawyer that is in the highest tradition of the legal profession."

“Thanks again for the excellent job you did as our mediator. We all appreciate how much effort you put into the case and I am convinced that most mediators would not have gotten the claims settled. You have a very effective style!” (Plaintiff’s Counsel)

“Mr. Sand’s performance as a mediator . . . was exemplary. He was thoroughly prepared and knowledgeable. It was clear to both sets of defense counsel that we did not need to spend any time educating him on the . . . unique complexities of alternative products. Mr. Sand is clearly an experienced litigator in securities matters, and that experience was an important benefit in our mediation. He demonstrated great patience as well, diligently working for nearly 11 hours in resolving our case.” (Defense Counsel)

Results achieved on behalf of one client in one matter does not necessarily indicate that similar results may be obtained for other clients.

Defending large retail company in putative class action with claims of alleged violations of the unlawful trade practices act

Represented publicly traded corporation in a securities class action in federal court, a state court shareholder derivative lawsuit, and government investigations by the Department of Justice and Securities and Exchange Commission Enforcement Division, defending against claims that arose from allegations of accounting impropriety and insider trading.

Representing a large retailer in a putative class action lawsuit arising from the assessment of Portland’s Clean Energy Surcharge.

Represented national trading card seller in a putative class action in federal court asserting claims for violations of Oregon’s Unlawful Trade Practices Act, prevailing on motion to dismiss.