Pro-Bono and Community Service

I make a living from tragedies. I respect this reality and think about it every day. I also want to be present and contributing to vulnerable populations in my community when there is no financial incentive. I take on legal pro bono legal projects on a case-by-case basis. If you think you have a legal issue of notable social or community concern, contact me for a consultation.

Some of my community projects have included:

• Obtaining domestic violence protection orders for women, children, and animals threatened by an abuser in the home;

• Obtaining insurance benefits and payments for no fee, where a negligent party is gravely underinsured;

• Fostering and rehabilitating homeless pets for local animal. rescue organizations;

• Taking animal law cases on a reduced fee, to improve welfare concerns for our animal companions;

• Serving on the board of the Prison Pet Partnership, which connects female inmates with dogs, and provides professional skills training within the pet care industry;

• Serving on the board and as an officer of the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County;

• Consulting with local non-profits regarding liability and other legal issues;

• Reviewing insurance policies and coverage for individuals and start-up businesses of limited means;

• Participating in Washington Association for Justice community service events.