Claire focuses her practice on land use and environmental law where she represents both public and private clients with permitting, regulatory compliance, and project development under state and federal laws, including the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), the Shoreline Management Act (SMA), and the Growth Management Act (GMA).
Prior to joining the firm, Claire worked as a paralegal in both family and immigration law. She volunteered as a Court Appointed Social Advocate (CASA) where she provided translation services and advocated for families navigating juvenile dependency proceedings. Claire also served as a member of the Blue Mountain Land Trust Advocacy Council.