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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)

Education—Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Defended public university through internal grievance process involving faculty member’s challenge to unfavorable rating from department chair and claims of inadequate incentive compensation.

General Commercial Litigation

Represent custom car manufacturer in defending against breach of contract and related claims.

Insurance Recovery

Successful settlement resolution of state court insurance coverage recovery action against multiple national and international insurers for multinational manufacturer named as a potentially responsible party in the ongoing extensive Portland Harbor cleanup. As a part of that proceeding, obtained an antisuit injunction prohibiting insurers from continuing with a duplicative action brought by them in another state seeking a declaratory judgment of no coverage. Coverage was sought for the client under insurance policies of predecessor companies that had owned the client's current Portland facility within the Portland Harbor cleanup study area.

Alcoholic Beverage

Represented wine collective with formation and sale of ownership units.

Franchising

Represented franchisor in state court bringing claims against franchisee for wrongful termination of franchise agreement. Obtained verdict in favor of franchisor after trial, awarding damages, lost profits, and enforcement of post-termination non-compete through permanent injunction.

Land Use

Gorge Regulations. Challenged the U.S. Forest Service’s refusal to allow for a minor boundary line adjustment of two parcels in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in GLW Ventures, LLC v. Department of Agriculture in federal court and before the Gorge Commission.

Tags Land Use
Education—Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Defended a public university through an internal grievance process involving ongoing retaliation and harassment claims by a current employee.

General Commercial Litigation

Represent blockchain cooperative in dispute with members.

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