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If I am your attorney, you have my promise that I will personally work on your case and give it the highest level of attention possible.  I have an excellent staff, but there are many things that must and should be done by only an attorney.  That is why I am extremely hands on, and I think about my cases 24/7.  My office and I will not only do great work, but we will do it quickly.  No case is left behind.  Because of a slow and congested court system, we file our cases right away, and litigate them as fast as the court will allow us.  Not only does this speed things up, but I find that it yields even better results.  I believe we move our cases along quicker than anyone in town.  However, we also need to consider that some cases take longer to develop, and in those instances a little more patience is necessary.. When I am not working, which is rare, I am playing with my 2 boys, and/or rooting for the LA Kings and Denver Broncos.  And, lest I forget, spending time with my wonderful wife.. If you have a personal injury case, give us a call.  The consultation is absolutely free and there are no strings attached.  I am happy to answer questions or point you in the right direction if I can't help.

I was born in New York and moved to Los Angeles in 1970 at the age of 12. My parents settled in Woodland Hills, the western most part of the San Fernando Valley. I graduated from El Camino Real High School in 1977, Pitzer College in 1981 and Loyola Law School in 1984.. I am married for more than 25years and have one daughter who recently graduated from Boise State University (the Blue Turf). She's pursuing a career as an interpreter for the deaf.. I love to play golf, ice skate, cook and drink wine with good friends. If I wasn't a lawyer, I would have liked to have been a photographer, I take my camera everywhere and love taking pictures.. Professionally, I have 30 years of experience as a bankruptcy lawyer, representing crditors and debtors. Over these 30 years, I have developed extensive nation-wide relationships with other professionals that I can call upon to help me and my clients with any need that may arise.. My clients include individuals or businesses struggling with cash flow or problems paying bills; clients who have defaulted on loans; individuals who are guarantors of debts on which the primary obligor has defaulted; landlords with tenants who have filed bankruptcy; companies needing to windown or liquidate in an orderly manner.

I understand that each client has only one case and I make that case as important to me as it is to my client.  I have been involved in real estate projects and entrepreneur-ed successful retail and wholesale businesses. My diverse background allows me to understand the mindset of why clients need an ambitious attorney who listens and takes care of their needs.

I specialize in Estate planning to assist my clients in arranging for a secure future for themselves and their families.  I foucs on creating estate plans that reflect the unique needs and wishes of the individual client, and counseling families in working together to manage elder law issues and asset protection.  I particularly enjoy working with my clients to achieve the best possible quality of life for elderly family members.. I am married, with two adult children and three grandchildren.  My husband and I have lived in Encino for over 40 years.  In addition to my law practice, I enjoy spending time with my family, and my hobbies include gourmet cooking, gardening, photography, and travel.  We have two Shetland Sheepdogs who like to keep me company when I garden.  Prior to becoming an attorney I owned and managed a retail travel agency for over twenty years.  I feel this business experience added an extra dimension to my understanding of estate planning needs, particularly as they relate to small business owners and their families.. My favorite part of practicing law is getting to know the families who come to me for assistance.

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I represent borrowers, privae lenders, buyers, sellers and brokers in boh general and sophisticated real estate purchase and financing transactions. I have been doning this since the 1970's. I also handle litigation relating to purchases and financing.. A number of my clients become involved in creatinve transactions, which has enabled me to broaden my ways of adderssing transactions.. I have been litigating real estate related cases in the State courts in Southern California since the 1970's as well.. My commercial clients often enter transactions in the form of limited liability companies. As a result, I review, prepare and modify operating agreements for these entities.. I have a B.A. in Economics from Northwestern University and a J.D. from UCLA School of am invlved in my college's alumni association and am a member of the American Bar Association. I have been married 42 years and have two children, both of who are attorneys. I live in the Hollywood Hills area of Los Angeles.

I joined the firm in 1988 first as a file clerk during my undergraduate years at UCLA.  I then became a legal secretary, legal assistant, and ultimately an attorney and am still here!  Fred and I work very well together and have been able to navigate many complex landlord-tenant matters throughout our careers.  I have handled hundreds of relocation projects as well as a myriad of other landlord-tenant issues.  I pride myself on being both forthright and realistic with clients. I do not pull any punches.  This area of the law has become significantly more complex to navigate as of late, and I am weathering the storm right along side of my clients.

I have successfully represented personal injury victims and persons accused of crime with passion and compassion for over 40 years.

I have practiced law since 1977 and our office represents clients in lemon law, business and personal injury cases. Our office prides itself on aggressively pursuing matters in behalf of our client's to obtain successful results. All initial consultations are free. Let us help you!

I have practiced exclusively in the areas of bankruptcy, insolvency, and consumer protection for my entire career.  I formerly worked for the largest consumer bankruptcy law firm in San Diego and I have personally handled hundreds of bankruptcy cases.  From the simplest cases to complex business cases, I have handled it all.  Bankruptcy, though, is not the solution for every problem.  I also have a passion for consumer protection, real estate law and foreclosure defense.  If you have a problem that relates to debt, your home or your credit, then I have a solution.. FEES: I understand the need for affordable quality legal representation.  Compared to my competitors, our fees are very affordable.  I also offer payment plans – you can retain my firm for as little as $ down and we can get started on your case.

I have maintained an extensive trial and appellate practice in Southern California since 1980. I am a member of the federal bars in California, Nevada, Utah and Florida, as well as the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal and the B.A.P. in the 9th Circuit.. AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell since 1991.

I have been working as an attorney since 1998. Prior to moving to Los Angeles, I grew up in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. While in Canada, I worked for the provincial criminal prosecutor’s office in British Columbia. I tried over 100 cases to verdict as a prosecutor and concluded my services in the special prosecutions and criminal appeal section, specializing in commercial crime.. When I came to Los Angeles in 2003, I refined my civil litigation skills by representing civil defendants at Tharpe & Howell, and eventually by representing plaintiffs at the Law Offices of Andrew Ellis & Associates. In 2006, I opened my offices, where I represent accident victims in all types of personal injury claims, including medical malpractice and auto accidents. My office in Encino directly serves clients in San Fernando, Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks and all of Los Angeles, Orange, Kern and San Diego Counties. Additionally, National Choice Lawyers will serve your needs throughout the United States.. In 2005, I was instrumental in obtaining a $5,000,000 personal injury award for a man injured when a propane tank caught fire. I have taken over 140 trials to verdict during my career. For larger cases, such as defective medical device claims, I often assembles a litigation team with other personal injury attorneys at no extra charge to the client, in order to obtain the best result possible. Other Southern California attorneys also seek my assistance in complex cases going to trial. Whether it is a dispute between property owners or shareholders, an inattentive driver who caused injuries or a doctor who breached the standard of care, I am prepared to evaluate and prosecute your claim.. No case is too big or too small for my firm to consider. Call for a free consultation.

I have been with the Law Offices of William J. Kropach since 1998.  While working as paralegal I attended law school at night and upon passing the bar I decided to remain working with William Kropach.  Because of my outstanding contributions to the firm, I have become a partner.

I have been practicing for over 40 years primarily in cirminal law and have done 100's of jury trials and over a thousand non-jury trials including serious felonies (murder, etc.), , habeas, expungements, etc. and practice mainly in the San Fernando and Antelope Valley courts. I also do any other area of law that you need.

I have been in practice for over 21 years specialing personal injury, consumer law, real estate and criminal defense relative to misdemeanors and traffic violations.

I have been engaged in private law practice in California since 1982, with an emphasis in the areas of estate and gift planning, tax planning, trust administration, probate, business and succession planning, and charitable giving. I graduated 2nd in my class from Southwestern University Law School in Los Angeles and received a Master’s Degree in Taxation (LL.M.) from New York University School of Law.. I have been designated as a Certified Specialist in Probate, Estate Planning and Trust Law, and as a Certified Specialist in Taxation Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. I am one of less than approximately 100 attorneys in California (out of approximately 160,000) who have earned both these Board Certifications.. Among my specialty is the ability to explain sophisticated and difficult concepts to clients in an easy-to-understand way, allowing clients to comprehend how various estate and tax planning techniques will affect their estate plans.. I have been quoted and referenced in many magazines and newspapers across the country including Forbes Magazine, US News & World Report, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, and Entrepreneur Magazine.. I have authored over 65 articles and chapters in books on various estate and tax planning subjects, including booklets on A Guide to Planning Your Estate, A Guide to Trust Administration, and A Guide to Advanced Estate Tax Planning Techniques. I have published articles and materials for Estate Planning Magazine and California Continuing Education of the Bar. In addition, I have authored chapters on “Corporate Buy-Sell Agreements” and “Partnership Buy-Out Agreements” for Counseling California Corporations, published by the California Continuing Education of the Bar.. I am a frequent speaker and lecturer at estate and tax planning conferences and seminars, including those presented by the California State Bar, California Continuing Education of the Bar, California CPA Education Foundation, Society of Financial Service Professionals, Life Insurance Leaders’ Round Table, and various other professional organizations. I taught at UCLA, USC and California Lutheran University.. In addition to being chosen by my peers as a Top 100 Super Lawyer for Southern California since 2011, I have been selected by my peers as a Super Lawyer for Southern California since 2009.  I have been awarded the highest possible rating by my peers, an “A.V.” rating, for the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. This rating is based on ethical considerations and legal skills. Each year, no more than 5 percent of the lawyers in the state receive this honor. I have been elected to Who’s Who in American Law, Who’s Who in Practicing Attorneys, Who’s Who of Emerging Leaders in America, Presidential Who’s Who and Marquis’ Who’s Who in the World.. I enjoy competing in marathons and triathlons and have completed 13 marathons, including the Boston, New York City, Los Angeles, Surf City and Silicon Valley marathons. I completed two Ironman triathlons, which consist of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run, and other triathlons, including the California Half Ironman, Big Kahuna Triathlon, Carlsbad Triathlon, the 5430 Triathlon (in Boulder, Colorado) and the Nautica Malibu Triathlon.. I co-founded Team Tisser Foundation (TTF), a non-profit corporation, which raises money for charitable causes. I raise money through athletic training and racing. Through TTF, I have raised over $250,000 in donations for various charities, including the Aubrey Fund for Pediatric Cancer Research at Memoria lSloan-Kettering Cancer Center, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and Challenged Athletes Foundation. For more information on TTF, see .. One of my proudest moments was at the 2007 Ironman Coeur d’Alene when I was honored by the Janus Charity Challenge for raising over $41,000 for TTF by competing in that race.

I have been at my firm since 1995. I offer an in-depth free consultation. I have offices throughout California. Feel free to contact me at with any questions.

I have been an attorney for over 27 years in Encino, Los Angeles California. I started my practice as part of a firm before going out on my own on August 1, 1997. I provide personal service to my clients and work to solve their legal problems. I believe in prevention and keeping my clients out of court which is costly and stressful to all concerned.. I wanted to be an attorney since I was seven years old and I love my job and helping people. I provide free strategy consultations over the phone or in person.. Over the years I have handled almost all areas of civil law and I now concentrate on helping businesses, large and small, grow and protect themselves in the business and employment arena.. Please call me with any questions at or email me at:. Please visit my website: or check me out on Linked In

I have a broad range of experience over three decades of practice, including employment discrimination/harassment/termination and violations of wage and hour rules, dangerous conditions of property, malpractice, "bad faith" insurance practices (denials of claims), serious auto injuries, and defective or dangerous products.  Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum.  A sampling of cases handled can be provided upon request.. I also provide private mediation services, and services as an arbitrator.  I have acted as a mediator or arbitrator in hundreds of challenging cases, running the gamut from negligence to employment to real estate disputes, and beyond.  Mediations or arbitrations are held in my office or that of one of the parties.  Fees for private dispute resolution services are very reasonable.

I graduated in the top 10 percent of my class in 2010 from Southwestern Law School.  I also had the opportunity and privilege to serve as a member of Law Review.  I truly enjoy my practice because it gives me a chance to fight for those who are injured and aggrieved through the negligence or intentional acts of others.  It gives me much joy when I am able to obtain justice for my most deserving clients.  In fact, nothing makes me more satisfied in life than when I make life-long connections with my clients after obtaining justice on their behalf.  I care about each and every person I speak with, and I always try my best to give my clients the best possible representation.  I am a caring and passionate individual, and always strive to become the best in what I do.

I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience from UCLA in 1998, before briefly entering medical school at Semmelweis University in Budapest, Hungary. In 2001, I changed direction and made a decision to begin a career in Workers’ Compensation, first as an Administrator of medical-legal affairs for a well-known medical provider, and, after receiving my JD from Southwestern University School of Law in 2009, as an attorney.. Since 2011, I have focused my professional endeavors on the defense of Workers’ Compensation matters, representing permissibly self-insured entities, insurance companies, TPAs and PEOs, as well as the occasional uninsured employer. I have been been able to utilize his considerable medical background, and medical-legal experience, in developing and implementing case management and litigation strategies to maximize early case resolution or mitigation of exposure in a variety of cases.. I have extensive experience in handling matters ranging from the straightforward orthopedic-only claim to complex matters involving multiple claims of injury, multiple body parts, multiple defendants, and high exposure, as well as claims involving serious and willful misconduct, and alleged disability discrimination under Labor Code §132(a).. I am admitted to practice in California and before the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

I created Malatesta Law for one reason - to represent individuals who have been subjected to unlawful conduct by their employers.. I am passionate about fighting for my clients and standing up to employers for their violations of the law. I strongly believe that employees deserve to be treated fairly and that no individual should be discriminated against, retaliated against, or harassed at work. I also believe that every employee deserves to be paid all of the wages they are owed, and provided all meal and rest breaks that they are entitled to, for each day that they work. When an employer does not uphold its obligations under the law, I vigorously fights for my clients so that they receive the compensation they deserve.. Because I only represents employees in employment law matters, I have a deep understanding of employment law. Through years of experience representing employees against employers, I know what it takes to successfully litigate an employee's claims and recover the damages my clients deserve.. I am fully committed to each of my clients and providing each client with the highest level of legal representation. I give each of my clients the time, attention, and resources that their case deserves.. I earned my undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan where I graduated with High Distinction and I received my Juris Doctor from the UCLA School of Law.

I am wired to help.  I am passionate about justice and making things right.  Those qualities made the law a natural choice for me, even though women traditionally had not been well-represented in the legal profession before I began law school in the 1970's.. Over the years, I've helped hundreds - perhaps more than a thousand - people whose lives were changed because someone was careless - driving a truck or car, refusing to fix a potentially dangerous condition, or providing medical care.  Some of those clients have become friends; many have written to thank me for the support I provided while I was handling their lawsuit.. In addition to my professional work, I am actively involved in community service, where most of what I do helps children and the disabled.  Having represented dozens of children with serious birth injuries, I have a unique understanding of the challenges facing them and their families. Through my legal work, I can often make life easier by securing for my clients the financial resources needed to provide optimum care to a child with cerebral palsy or other serious injuries.. Through my community service work, which includes an annual equestrian event for "special" athletes, I help give these children a chance to shine and their families a day to celebrate their special children.  It is my favorite day of the year.. In addition to years of experience, I've earned the respect of my peers and those against whom I litigate.  I'm proud to have a reputation for excellence, empathy and tenacity when fighting on behalf of my clients.  An attorney who is well-respected and whom the other side knows is capable of taking a worthy case to trial and getting a good verdict, is one who has an easier time resolving cases for the people she represents.. I am a wife and mother, as well as a lawyer, and I think that experience is valuable to who I am and what I do professionally.. I look forward to helping you, should the need arise and hope you will keep me in mind when friends or family need an advocate to make things right.

I am one of only a very few California lawyers certified by the State Bar of CA, Bd. of Legal Specialization as a Certified Family Law Specialist (1983) and a Certified Appellate Law Specialist (2009). I am a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers.. Please do not send any confidential information to me and my office until I have done a conflict check and scheduled a paid consultation. I may have already consulted with the other side in your case. Please just send an email indicating that you would like a consultation and indicate whether it is for an appeal or trial court matter.. My family law practice is limited to complex child custody and parentage, and jurisdiction (including international child custody) cases, and appellate matters.. I appear in California trial courts in cases involving complex child custody (including international and interstate) issues and complex parentage issues. I appear in all California appellate courts, and represented a child before the U.S. Supreme Court. I have many published appellate decisions.

I am of Armenian descent and was born in Los Angeles Ca in 1979. At the age of 13 my family moved to Paris France where we lived for four years. I am fluent in French and love to speak it every chance I get. My family was supposed to permanently live in France but we moved back to LA so I can pursue my lifelong dream of becoming an attorney. My dream came true in 2008 and ever since then I have been dedicated to providing every single one of my clients with personal and attentive representation. I am never satisfied until my clients are fully satisfied. I fight aggressively for their rights and apply all the knowledge I have gained over the years working for various attorneys to help my clients achieve their goals. My passion for the law allows me to get my clients optimum results.