“I enjoy supporting clients on their journey to dual citizenship. Most need specific court orders to progress, and while I'm just one part of their path, the best moments are when clients reach out to share they’ve officially achieved citizenship.”
Trish is an attorney in Obermayer’s Litigation Department. She concentrates her practice on real estate/title issues, quiet title actions, and complex commercial disputes. Trish has advised both regional and national corporations on complex commercial litigation in areas like financial services, oil and gas, employment, and real estate. She is a trusted advisor in crafting legal strategy, managing risk, and efficiently resolving matters.
In addition to her litigation practice, Trish maintains a niche focus on dual citizenship, where she helps clients overcome record discrepancies and secures the court orders necessary for recognition of foreign citizenship. She frequently obtains “one and the same” (OATS) determinations and other vital record amendments, collaborating with Italian counsel to ensure clients’ applications succeed.
When not in the office, Trish enjoys reading, working out, spending time with her husband, two young daughters, and pets. She also loves exploring different towns and discovering new places.
Trish has a strong background advising regional and national corporations on complex commercial litigation, covering sectors such as financial services, oil and gas, employment, and real estate. Known as a trusted advisor, Trish crafts effective legal strategies, manages risk, and works efficiently to resolve cases. She also has extensive experience obtaining OATS orders in numerous states, facilitating the resolution of vital record discrepancies for clients pursuing dual citizenship.
Her knowledge and experience in dual citizenship matters is internationally recognized by Italian law firms and agencies, who seek her guidance and legal support for clients requiring U.S.-based assistance.
Trish has been recognized on the Best Lawyers – Ones to Watch list from 2021-2025and as a West Virginia Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2021-2025.
During law school, Trish held leadership roles as Editor-in-Chief of the Energy and Environmental Law Journal, President and Secretary of the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation, and Vice-President of the Christian Legal Society. She received the Cali Award for achieving the highest grade in Mineral and Gas Law – Lease and Conveyances and earned a Pro Bono Certificate for her dedicated service.
