Experience

Food Regulatory Work

• Represented global retailer in a variety of product labeling and advertising matters to ensure compliance with FDA and FTC regulations.
• Renegotiated vendor contracts on behalf of a national cheese and dairy product processing company.
• Counseled food processing clients on the requirements set forth under the Food Safety Modernization Act.
• Advised both dietary supplement and conventional food manufacturers on the requirements and limitations associated with making various health claims, nutrient content claims, and structure/function claims.
• Assisted a variety of food processors in responding to recalls or market withdrawals, regulatory agency warning letters or enforcement action, consumer complaints, or threats of litigation.

Beverage Licensing Work

• Represented a global food and beverage retailer in obtaining liquor licenses nationwide.
• Represented major hotel chain in seeking state liquor licenses in multiple states. 
• Advocated on behalf of an age restricted living community before the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board in connection with seeking a liquor license.
• Perform multistate research into the permissibility of various alcohol advertising promotions on behalf of a national restaurant chain.
• Assisted a global online retailer in obtaining a liquor license for its grocery delivery service.
• Represented a convenience store management company in obtaining state lottery, tobacco, liquor, and over the counter medicine sales licenses. 

Honors & Activities

• Secretary, Green Plate Special, Apr. 2015-present
• Business Development Chair, Washington Women Lawyers, King County Chapter, Jan. 2015-Jan. 2016
• Member, Food, Cosmetics and Nutraceuticals Committee, American Bar Association
• Member, Operations and Technical Affairs Committee, Northwest Food Processors Association, 2012-present
• Member, Planning Committee, Nutrition Law Symposium, 2014
• Agribusiness Seminar, Harvard Business School Executive Education, Jan. 2014
• Women in Agribusiness Summit, Oct. 2013 

Insights & Presentations

• Presenter, “FDA’s Final Rules Regarding Nutrition Labeling and Serving Sizes,” Operations and Technical Affairs Committee Meeting, Northwest Food Processors Association, Portland, OR, Sept. 20, 2016
• Presenter, “Trademark Basics: Protecting Your Brand,” Be The Entrepreneur, University of Idaho, Moscow, ID, Jun. 15, 2016
• Presenter, “U.S. Consumer Protection Law: Focus on Food Labeling Litigation,” 2015 Global Legal Forum, Korea Legislation Research Institute, Seoul, South Korea, Nov. 13, 2015
• Presenter, “Overcoming the Wage Gap: Panel Discussion,” Diversity Week, Seattle University School of Law, Seattle, WA, Feb. 25, 2015
• Presenter, “The Ethical Implications of Advising Clients on Marijuana-Related Legal Issues in Washington,” Washington Women Lawyers, King County Chapter, Seattle, WA, Dec. 10, 2014
• Presenter, “Beef vs. Beer: Breweries & the Food Safety Modernization Act,” Young Lawyers Division Fall Conference, American Bar Association, Portland, OR, Oct. 10, 2014
• Presenter, “A Primer on Antitrust Law for Trade Associations,” Operations and Technical Affairs Committee Meeting, Northwest Food Processors Association, Portland, OR, Apr. 15, 2014
• Presenter, “FDA Will Likely Move to Ban Trans Fats, but the Industry is Ready for It,” LXBN TV, Nov. 27, 2013
• Presenter, “GMO Labeling Legislation: Status Update on Initiative 522,” Autumn Assembly, Northwest Food Processors Association, Portland, OR, Oct. 1, 2013
• Speaker, “Panel Discussion on GMO Labeling,” GMOs: Agricultural Law & Biotechnology, The Seminar Group, Seattle, WA, Jul. 26, 2013
• Presenter, “Looking Ahead to Washington State’s Legalized Marijuana Marketplace,” LXBN TV, Jan. 24, 2013
• Author, “Battle Over Labeling Genetically Modified Food Continues,” Law360, Dec. 19, 2012
• Author, “Stoel Rives Washington Initiative 502 Licensing Cheat Sheet (PDF)” Nov. 2012
• Presenter, “Food Liability 101: How to Avoid Litigation,” Getting Your Recipe to Market: Entrepreneurial Development Series, Portland, OR, Oct. 16, 2012
• Author, “Spotlight on California’s Food Labeling Lunge,” Law360, Sept. 7, 2012
• Author, “California GE Ballot Initiative Could Be a Game Changer,” Guide to U.S. Food Labeling Law, August 2012
• Author, “A Call For Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods,” Law360, Apr. 12, 2012
• Author, “BPA’s Expiration Date May Be On Its Way,” Law360, Mar. 23, 2012
• Author, “Student’s Corner: Increased Surveillance for a Safer Food System,” Update (Food and Drug Law Institute), May/June 2011

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