About Yoona
Yoona Park: Strategic Litigation Attorney Focused on Complex Cases
Yoona Park is a dynamic and results-oriented litigation attorney driven by a deep commitment to achieving justice and advocating for vulnerable populations. She distinguishes herself through a unique blend of strategic legal expertise, a profound understanding of group dynamics – informed by the Korean concept of ‘nunchi’ (눈치) – and a passionate belief in the legal system's power to effect meaningful change. With over fifteen years of experience navigating complex litigation, including extensive work with government entities, Yoona consistently delivers exceptional results for her clients.
At Keller Rohrback, Yoona specializes in environmental law, class action litigation, and the representation of government entities against corporate wrongdoing. Her expertise spans a diverse range of cases, from holding major corporations accountable for environmental damage to protecting youth from predatory marketing practices. She’s a recognized leader in complex litigation, skillfully managing multi-party cases and collaborating effectively with co-counsel, internal teams, and, most importantly, her clients.
Yoona’s approach is rooted in meticulous investigation, strategic analysis, and a deep understanding of the legal nuances inherent in representing government interests. Her background in public relations further enhances her ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to a wider audience, particularly crucial when dealing with high-profile cases involving significant public interest. She's consistently honored for her achievements, including recognition by Oregon Super Lawyers, Benchmark Litigation, and Best Attorney USA since 2017 – a testament to her dedication and professional excellence.
Key Areas of Expertise:
Environmental Litigation: Yoona’s experience includes extensive representation of the State of Oregon, State of Maryland, State of Delaware, and the City of Seattle in high-stakes litigation against Monsanto concerning polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). She’s a forceful advocate for environmental protection and holds corporations accountable for the detrimental effects of their products.
Class Action Litigation: Yoona has a proven track record in leading and managing class action lawsuits, recently representing plaintiffs in a case against Airbnb to address discriminatory booking policies and individuals affected by data breaches against the health insurer Premera. Her strategic approach ensures optimal outcomes for affected parties.
Government Entity Representation: Yoona’s deep understanding of government regulations and legal frameworks allows her to effectively represent government entities in complex litigation, ensuring that public interests are vigorously defended against corporate misconduct. She expertly navigates the legal complexities involved when representing governmental bodies.
Notable Cases:
• **Monsanto PCB Litigation:** Yoona co-led the State of Oregon’s case against Monsanto, successfully seeking damages for natural resource harm resulting from PCB sales and marketing. She continues to represent state and local governments in similar cases nationwide.
• **JUUL Labs Litigation:** Yoona represents 19 Oregon school districts in a significant class action lawsuit against JUUL Labs, Inc. and other e-cigarette manufacturers, holding them accountable for targeting youth with addictive nicotine products and deceptive marketing strategies.
• **Airbnb Discrimination Litigation:** Yoona successfully represented plaintiffs in a class action against Airbnb, advocating for changes to the company’s booking policies to eliminate discriminatory practices.
• **Premera Data Breach Litigation:** Yoona led the representation of individuals affected by a data breach at Premera, securing compensation for those whose personal information was compromised.
Education & Credentials:
Practice Areas: Commercial Litigation, Employment Law - Individuals, Litigation - Environmental, Litigation - Securities, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Awards: Recognized: Commercial Litigation, Recognized: Employment Law - Individuals, Recognized: Litigation - Environmental, Recognized: Litigation - Securities, Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Affiliations: Recognized Since: Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2017
City: Portland, State: Oregon, Country: United States
Law School: (Details to be added – expertise in complex litigation requires a strong academic foundation)
Bar Admissions: Active member of the Oregon State Bar
Personal Interests: Outside of her legal practice, Yoona enjoys a variety of activities, including cooking, skiing, knitting sweaters that people feel obligated to wear, and spending quality time with her litigator husband and two teenage sons.
