Client Collaborations
All Representative Cases
Represented local manufacturer in pursuing patent infringement claims regarding light-emitting diode technology against the federal government in the United States Court of Federal Claims pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1498.
Kept state-court receiver in place to preserve creditor client's collateral during a Chapter 11 case. Objected to the debtor in possession’s cash collateral motion to make repairs, due to no adequate protection or business justification. Obtained documents by subpoena and deposed the debtor’s principal and appraiser. After an evidentiary hearing, the court denied the motion and granted relief from stay instead. The bankruptcy case converted to Chapter 7, and creditor foreclosed.
Represented Entranco, Inc. in its Chapter 11 reorganization and court approved sale of its business.
Obtained jury verdict in favor of university in Multnomah County Court lawsuit brought by former student asserting breach of contract claims following dismissal from program for academic reasons.
Obtained summary judgment for employer on all of employee’s claims that termination was in violation of various state discrimination statutes.
Energy Permitting. Obtain local approvals to expand infrastructure for traditional energy companies.
Complete defense victory through Washington Court of Appeals in lawsuit filed by Division I coach asserting wrongful termination following dismissal for sexual harassment.
Ann Widmer, who sat on the Widmer Brothers Brewing Company's advisory committee and who was successfully dismissed after being sued for more than $8 million as an independent director in the Millicent Naito v. Sam Naito litigation, comments: "The experience, knowledge, and attention to detail that Denny brings to the table have consistently protected the interests of Widmer Brothers Brewing and the Widmer Brothers family."
Represented fishing equipment manufacturer in defending against claims of design patent infringement.