Personal Experience

Irene Oswald was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Economics from Oregon State University before earning her Juris Doctor from Lewis & Clark Law School. During law school, Irene participated in moot court competitions and worked as a research assistant for the Insurance & Risk Management Clinic, gaining practical experience in complex insurance disputes and coverage analysis.

Admitted to practice eight years ago, Irene began her career handling a broad spectrum of insurance litigation matters, including general liability, property, and commercial insurance coverage cases. Over time, she developed a specialized focus on auto-industry insurance coverage litigation, representing clients in matters involving vehicle sales, leases, rentals, and fleet policies, as well as related fraud and misrepresentation claims.

Irene now primarily concentrates on these areas, providing strategic guidance and representing clients in complex disputes across the automotive sector. She is actively involved in all phases of litigation—from drafting pleadings and managing discovery to preparing for hearings, mediations, and trials.

Known for her sharp analytical skills, thorough preparation, and strategic approach to resolving disputes, Irene is a trusted advocate for clients navigating high-stakes insurance coverage and fraud matters. Her focus on auto-industry claims ensures clients receive tailored, results-oriented legal support.

Verdicts & Settlements

As a senior associate, Irene Oswald has been instrumental in achieving successful outcomes in a wide range of insurance and fraud litigation matters, with a particular focus on auto-industry insurance coverage disputes and misrepresentation claims. Drawing on her eight years of experience, she leads and supports teams in securing favorable settlements, negotiating complex resolutions, and providing strategic guidance for clients facing high-stakes insurance and fraud disputes. Below are examples of the types of matters Irene has handled during her practice:

• $ 4.3 Million – Titan Fleet Leasing v. Velocity Auto Group – Commercial Fleet Lease & Fraudulent Misrepresentation Claim
• $ 2.4 Million – Willow Auto Sales, LLC v. Marcus Hall – Consumer Vehicle Insurance Claim Denial & Misrepresentation
• $ 1.3 Million – Cedar Auto Rentals v. Liberty Insurance Co – Commercial Rental Vehicle Insurance Coverage & Loss-of-Use
• $ 790,000 –Maple Grove Auto Leasing v. Daniel Park – Consumer Auto Insurance Coverage Dispute & Denial
• $ 710,000 – Summit Auto Fleet, LLC v. Pinnacle Insurance Services – Commercial Insurance Coverage & Misrepresentation Claim

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