Tonkon Torp litigators Lauren Bernton and Sasha Petrova gave a presentation on “Post-Trial Matters” for a continuing legal education seminar hosted by the Multnomah Bar Association as part of its ongoing Young Litigators Forum.
Bernton and Petrova discussed post-trial motions and appeals. Bernton emphasized the importance of post-trial motions in preserving issues for appeal, influencing the outcome, and impacting settlement leverage. Petrova gave an overview of the appeals process, with an emphasis on traps for the unwary. They offered the audience of attorneys a road map for working up cases post-trial, and highlighted the importance of preserving the record, preparing for short deadlines, and filing any further motions with a strategic purpose.
Bernton is a partner in Tonkon Torp’s Litigation Department and Co-Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Disputes Group. She is a seasoned commercial litigator with a strong track record successfully helping clients navigate high-stakes disputes. Bernton represents international and regional businesses in all types of commercial disputes, with a strong emphasis on complex real estate litigation.
Petrova is a partner in Tonkon Torp’s Litigation Department and Chair of the firm’s Appellate Practice Group. She handles a wide range of appeals at the state and federal levels with experience including appeals involving complex business disputes, administrative agency decisions, torts, employment issues, receiverships, and property disputes.
