Services & Industries
Education
J.D., summa cum laude, Willamette University College of Law, 2015
B.A., magna cum laude, University of Oregon, 2011
Bar & Court Admissions
Oregon State Bar
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon
Oregon Supreme Court
Sasha is an attorney in Tonkon Torp’s Litigation Department. An experienced appellate attorney, Sasha handles a wide range of appeals at both the state and federal levels. In her litigation practice, Sasha helps clients with contract disputes, business tort litigation, and class action defense. Sasha is practiced in all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, complex motions practice, oral argument, and trial preparation.
Before joining Tonkon Torp, Sasha was a litigator at Perkins Coie for five years. Sasha also served as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Hon. Chris Garrett on the Oregon Court of Appeals, where she drafted opinions in civil and criminal appeals. Her clerking experience has given Sasha valuable insight for representing clients through the appellate process.
Sasha maintains an active pro bono practice, representing clients on immigration matters, domestic violence disputes, and animal rights issues. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Raphael House of Portland, a domestic violence prevention program and shelter.
Outside of work, Sasha enjoys exploring Oregon’s wineries, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her pets.
Community Involvement & Activities
Raphael House of Portland
Board of Directors
Member, 2018 – present
Secretary, 2021 – present
Professional Memberships
Multnomah Bar Association
The Best Lawyers in America
2024, Ones to Watch – Appellate Practice
2021-2024, Ones to Watch – Commercial Litigation
Super Lawyers
2021-2023, Oregon Rising Star – Appellate
Recent News
Best Lawyers in America® Names 17 Tonkon Torp Attorneys to 2024 Ones to Watch List
Seventeen Tonkon Torp lawyers representing 18 practice groups have been named to The Best Lawyers in America 2024 Ones to Watch directory. Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch is a peer-review honor that acknowledges the professional excellence of attorneys who have been in private practice for less than 10 years.
39 Tonkon Torp Attorneys Honored on 2023 Super Lawyers Lists
Thirty-nine Tonkon Torp attorneys in 12 practice areas have been included in the 2023 Oregon Super Lawyers or Rising Stars lists.
Tonkon Torp Welcomes Sasha Petrova to its Litigation Department
Tonkon Torp LLP welcomes attorney Sasha Petrova to its Litigation Department, with a focus on appellate law and motion work. Petrova is an experienced attorney who has handled a wide range of appellate and trial court issues at both the state and federal levels.
Best Lawyers in America® Names 16 Tonkon Torp Attorneys to 2023 Ones to Watch List
Sixteen Tonkon Torp lawyers representing 16 practice groups have been named to The Best Lawyers in America 2023 Ones to Watch directory.