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
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Sasha is an attorney in Tonkon Torp’s Litigation Department. An experienced appellate lawyer, Sasha handles a wide range of appeals at the state and federal levels. In her litigation practice, Sasha helps clients with contract disputes, business tort litigation, and administrative proceedings. She is practiced in all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, complex motions practice, oral argument, and trial preparation. Sasha’s appellate expertise makes her a valuable member of any trial team seeking to preserve issues for appeal.
Before joining Tonkon Torp, Sasha was a litigator at a national law firm for five years, focusing on complex civil litigation and appeals. Sasha also served as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Hon. Chris Garrett on the Oregon Court of Appeals. Her clerking experience gave Sasha fundamental insights into how to best represent clients through the appellate process.
Sasha maintains an active pro bono practice, currently centered on promoting animal rights and raising awareness about domestic violence 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, finding new restaurants, and spending time with her family and pets.
Community Involvement & Activities
Raphael House of Portland
Board of Directors
Member, 2018 – present
Secretary, 2021 – 2023
Multnomah Bar Foundation
Board of Directors, 2024 – present
Professional Memberships
Multnomah Bar Association
The Best Lawyers in America
2024-2025, Ones to Watch – Appellate Practice
2021-2025, Ones to Watch – Commercial Litigation
Super Lawyers
2021-2024, Oregon Rising Star – Appellate
Recent News
Best Lawyers in America Names 15 Tonkon Torp Attorneys to 2025 Ones to Watch List
Fifteen Tonkon Torp lawyers representing 17 practice groups have been named to The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 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.
33 Tonkon Torp Attorneys Honored on 2024 Super Lawyers Lists
Thirty-three Tonkon Torp attorneys in 12 practice areas have been included in the 2024 Oregon Super Lawyers or Rising Stars lists.
Sasha Petrova Joins Multnomah Bar Foundation Board
Tonkon Torp appellate attorney Sasha Petrova has joined the board of directors for the Multnomah Bar Foundation (MBF).
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.
Publications & Presentations
Panelist, “Supreme Court and Ninth Circuit Review,” U.S. District Court, District of Oregon Conference, May 2024