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Warren R. Paboojian was born and raised in Fresno, California. He earned his bachelor’s degree from California State University, Fresno, in 1980. He obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from San Joaquin College of Law and was admitted to practice law in 1987. While at San Joaquin College of Law, he was the editor of the law school newspaper, The Dicta. In 2011, Mr. Paboojian was inducted into the San Joaquin College of Law Hall of Fame because of his outstanding trial advocacy.. In 2017, Mr. Paboojian was selected Cal-Abota trial lawyer of the year. In 2008, the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) selected Mr. Paboojian as their trial lawyer of the year. Mr. Paboojian practices in the area of personal injury which primarily encompasses catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and wrongful termination. Mr. Paboojian has litigated over 55 jury trials to verdict in Fresno County and throughout the state of California. Mr. Paboojian has obtained 9 verdicts in excess of $1,000, in the last 12 years.

VALDEZ & VALDEZ serving the Injured people of the Central Valley & Central Coast for over 50 years. Call for a FREE CONSULTATION. Accepting new clients. Se Habla Español.

Timothy W. Mazzela is a highly accomplished personal injury attorney in Fresno. As the founder and managing partner at the law firm, Timothy W. Mazzela, he is intimately familiar with all aspects of this complex practice area. For over 24 years, he has represented and assisted thousands of injured individuals throughout California. As a result, he has a long track record of success and a comprehensive understanding of wrongful death and injury law. In fact, he has recovered millions of dollars over the years on his clients’ behalf. He can help you, too. Armed with decades of experience and a relentless work ethic, he will fight for the fair and full compensation that you are owed. Contact him today and set up a completely free consultation with him and his legal team. You can count on him to provide you with the representation you need and deserve.

Recent Awards. $10.2 Million: Largest Single Person Accident Award in Fresno's History | $350,100: Wrongful Arrest by Police Officer | $1.7 Million: Wrongful Death Vehicle Accident | $560,000: Sexual Assault by Police Officer | $260,000: Sexual Assault by Police Officer | $350,000: Assault by Police Officer | $126,000: Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Knee Injury.. Media Appearances. Kapetan Brothers LLP is a trusted law firm known for its unparalleled criminal and civil representation. Some of the cases we have handled have been featured in both local and national media, including:. The Dr. Phil Show™ | CNN™ | The CBS Evening News™ | MSNBC™ | The Associated Press™ | Fox News™ | Univision™ | Reuters™The Los Angeles Times™ | The Fresno Bee™. Me and My Firm, Kapetan Brothers, LLP. We are a personal injury and criminal defense law firm in Fresno, California. Our law firm is known as one of the San Joaquin Valley's most respected law firms not only for our trustworthiness and honesty, but also for our tireless dedication to fighting for the rights of our clients.. Meet personally with an attorney, not a paralegal or office assistant.  Tell us Your Side of the Story. We can discuss a course of action, explain your options and develop a plan.  With over 50 years of experience, the attorneys at Kapetan Brothers get results.  We know the system.. • We have successfully handled thousands of personal injury and criminal cases.. • Your first consultation is free.. • Quality legal representation by experienced attorneys.. My Staff. Our experienced staff is ready to assist you and help you win. Clients often tell us that visiting our office gave them peace of mind. Se Habla Espanol.

Prior to joining the Commercial and Business Litigation Practice Group of McCormick Barstow in 2002, David Emerzian served as a judicial intern for Honorable Oliver Wanger in the Eastern District Court of CA. In the Spring of 2001, he was an intern in the legal department of the Federal Reserve Bank, 12th District in San Francisco, CA.. Mr. Emerzian is a featured speaker at Continuing Legal Education seminars on Landlord-Tenant laws and issues.

Practicing for approximately 30 years throughout California and other States.. Personal Injury Plaintiff only and Criminal Defense.. Lots of court experience.

Nick Urgesi has lived in the Central Valley since 2001. He graduated from California State University, Fresno with a finance degree. Nick completed his law degree at San Joaquin College of Law. During law school, Nick law clerked at Freedman Law and was hired as an associate upon passing the California Bar Exam.. Since 2021, Nick has been selected for inclusion in the Northern California Rising Stars list, a distinction only bestowed upon 2.5% of the attorneys in Northern California. Nick was also recognized by Marquis Who's Who for Excellence in Law. In 2023, Nick was designated as a one of the Top 40 Lawyers under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers.

Ms. Snow began her career in 2004 as a litigation attorney for the Tennessee Department of Health, where she was responsible for prosecution of cases against health care licensees who were in violation of the law governing their practice. In 2007, she opened her own private practice focusing on the areas of litigation in administrative law and family law. In 2012, Ms. Snow joined the Tennessee Department of Financial Institutions as a litigating and advisory attorney, where she specialized in administrative hearings of licensees and potential licensees as well as the analysis of state and federal legislation relevant to the financial institution industry. Ms. Snow joined McCormick Barstow in the Fresno office in April 2017. Her concentration is in Insurance Coverage and Insurance and Tort Litigation.

Mr. Watters is admitted to practice before all state courts in the State of California and the United States District Court, Eastern District of California. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court, Central District of California.. Mr. Watters is a member of the State Bar of California, the Fresno County Bar Association, the Kings County Bar Association, the Central California Trial Lawyers’ Association, the Federal Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the American Bar Association, the Consumer Attorneys of California, the American Society of Legal Advocates, the National Trial Lawyers, the Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers Association, and the American Academy of Trial Attorneys.. Mr. Watters has received a AV Preeminent rating from the Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings. Mr. Watters was designated as a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer and a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers. Mr. Watters was also designated as one of the Top 40 Lawyers under 40 years of age in the State of California by the American Society of Legal Advocates. Mr. Watters was designated as a Premiere 100 Trial Attorney by the American Academy of Trial Attorneys. He was also designated as a 2014 Top Attorney by Northern California's Outstanding Young Lawyers. In every year since 2012, Mr. Watters has been selected for inclusion in the Northern California Rising Stars list, a distinction only bestowed upon 2.5% of the attorneys in Northern California.. Mr. Watters specializes in plaintiff's personal injury and wrongful death litigation.

Mr. Refuerzo has significant expertise in the legal representation of local, regional, national and international businesses, including entity planning and formation, complex mergers and acquisitions, and financing. He is also an expert on reclamation and water law, commission merchant and Federal farm programs. In addition, Mr. Refuerzo has extensive experience in corporate governance matters. He handles all entity planning and formation issues, including choice of form of doing business (e.g. corporation, partnership, limited partnership or limited liability company). He assists business clients with on-going issues, including sales and acquisitions of assets, succession planning, leases, employment agreements, and stock options. Mr. Refuerzo regularly assists clients with the buying and selling of businesses, including acquisitions, mergers and reorganizations. He is a member of the American Agricultural Law Association, and the Fresno County, California and American Bar Associations.

Monrae L. English was an attorney at Wild, Carter & Tipton - the Oldest Law Firm in Fresno for almost sixteen years. In 2021, Ms. English founded "Tower Law" to help continue her practice helping victims of employment discrimination/wrongful termination; medical malpractice and accidents resulting in serious injuires.. Ms. English received her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from California State University, Fresno and received her Juris Doctorate degree from McGeorge School of Law School in Sacramento, California. Ms. English also holds a Masters of Business Administration from California State University, Fresno.. While Ms. English has trial experience in many practice areas, her primary focus has been civil trial practice, with an emphasis on helping victims and their families after suffering catasptrophic abuse, injury or death.  Practice areas include Childhood Sexual Abuse - Molestation, Elder Abuse and Medical Malpractice. Ms. English also practices in the area of Employment Law with an emphasis in discrimination, wrongful termination and wage and hour violations.

May 2012 – Present. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the Government of Mexico has appointed Lazaro Salazar to serve as one of its consulting attorneys to Mexico within the jurisdiction of the Consulate of Mexico in Fresno for a 5 year term, from 2012-2017. In this capacity, Mr. Salazar will provide legal counsel to the Consulate of Mexico and advice and representation to Mexican citizens in the field of U.S. immigration and Nationality Law.. Advisor to Foreign Ministry of Mexico (Insituto de los Mexicanos en el Exterior). 2009-2011. Developed strategic measures and made recommendations regarding the varoius  issues facing Mexican Nationales residing in the greater Central San Joaquin Valley.

Martin Taleisnik is a partner at Sawl Law Group. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychobiology from UCLA in 1990 and obtaind his Juris Doctorate from the University of Oregon School of Law in 1994.. After getting admitted to the California Bar a year after completing law school, Attorney Taleisnik joined Sawl Law Group and handled misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in state and federal court. He left the firm several years later and became a partner in another firm. Then in 2006, he rejoined Sawl Law Group as the Managing Attorney.. Since then he has handled both criminal and personal injury cases. Attorney Taleisnik is fluent in Spanish and provides his clients with effective and personalized legal solutions.

If you are reading this, you have likely been involved in an unfortunate incident and may not know where to turn.  I commend you for researching attorneys before selecting one and would like to tell you a little bit about myself.. I am a personal injury litigation attorney living and working in Fresno, California.  I grew up in Fresno and since 2014 I have exclusively practiced Plaintiff's personal injury. My office handles motor vehicle accidents, evironmental accidents, government torts, product liability, brain injuries, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. My goal is always to put my clients in a better position than they were in when they walked through my door.. Most attorneys will tell you that they handle personal injury cases. These are the only types of cases that I handle.  By specializing in this area of law, I are able to reach maximum recovery for our clients.. If you or a family member are in need of an attorney, please give my office a call for a free consultation and we can explain your rights to you.. Best wishes,. Kevin

I served in the United States Navy, Honorably Discharged in 1992.  My military service included operations in the Gulf of Oman, throughout Asia, Central America and other locations.  Thereafter obtaining an Associates Degree in Liberal Studies, Bachelors Degree in Pre-Law including emphasis in higher Mathematics and Physics (previously accepted into the Cal-Poly SLO Aeronautical Engineering Department, though not pursued), I obtained my Law Degree (Juris Doctorate) in 1997 (and invited to join the San Joaquin Agricultural Law Review).  Since then I have practiced Law throughout California, concentrating in the San Joaquin Valley with an emphasis in Personal Injury Litigation & Trial.  Further, I am an Instrument Rated Pilot with over 1,000 hours flying time having served as a Pilot (and Pilot Award recipient) for the Tulare County Sheriff's Department Volunteer Search & Rescue Squadron having flown multiple missions over the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range.  Finally, and most importantly, I am the very proud father of two intelligent and beautiful young ladies whom I love to pieces.. Professionally, I am a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer with the National Board of Trial Advocacy (Accredited by the American Bar Association); a Ranked Associate with the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), a National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) Designated "Master Advocate" (Faculty Qualified) and "Advocate"; I have served as the President of the Central California Trial Lawyer's Association (CCTLA); receiving two Presidential Awards from the CCTLA for "outstanding advocacy protecting the rights of consumers in civil litigation"; and am an AV rated Martindale-Hubbel Peer-Reviewed Civil Litigation Lawyer.  During my tenure as President of CCTLA, I also attended the Board of Governors of Consumer Attorneys of California.  And a Life Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum which limits it's membership to "Trial Lawyers who have demonstrated exceptional skill, experience and excellence in Advocacy by achieving a Trial Verdict, award or settlement in the amount of One Million Dollars or more.". Past & Present Memberships/Honors include:. -Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, National Board of Trial Advocacy. -AV Rated Litigation Attorney, Martindale-Hubbel Peer Rated. -Ranked Associate, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). - Designated "Master Advocate" (Faculty Qualified) National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA). - Designated "Advocate," National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA). - Central California Trial Lawyer's Association (Past President). - Million Dollar Advocates Forum (Life Member). - Avvo 10.0 Superb Rating (Highest Possible). - State Bar of California. - Recipient, Two CCTLA President's Awards for - Outstanding Advocacy in Protecting Consumer's Rights. - American Bar Association, Litigation Section. - Consumer Attorneys of Los Angeles. - Consumer Attorneys of California. - Association of Trial Lawyers of America. - Fresno County Bar Association

I grew up on a ranch in rural Nebraska. I attended grade school in a one-room country school. My brothers and I rode motorcycles to school every day, unless it was snowing. I have bailed hay, cultivated fields, harvested corn, and delivered a baby calf. Growing up, I learned the values of hard work and simplicity. I carry these values with me still today.. After graduating from high school, I attended college at the University of Nebraska where I competed nationally in speech and debate. During my four years of college, I was a national finalist and ranked among the top speakers in the nation. I obtained my B.S. in 1995 and then went to law school where I excelled in trial advocacy courses. I graduated from the University of Nebraska College of Law in 1998. In 1999, I moved to Fresno to start my legal career. In 2000, I became licensed to practice law in California.. I started my legal career at a statewide law firm that specialized in defending public entities. During my tenure there, I acquired valuable experience in employment law. The next step in my career was an exciting position as an associate attorney with what was then known as Oren & Paboojian. Eric Oren and Warren Paboojian opened up a new world to me. They taught me how to take depositions, interpret medical records, evaluate cases, manage discovery, draft pleadings and, above all, they taught me civility. From there, I moved on to what was known as Emerson, Corey & Barsotti. I found myself craving jury trial experience, which is what led me to join Nationwide Insurance Company as a staff counsel lawyer in 2005.. Kevin Piekut was the managing attorney of Nationwide’s Fresno office. As with Eric and Warren, Kevin opened up another new world for me, that of trial lawyer, and I loved it!  Kevin taught me how to pick a jury, conduct effective direct/cross examinations, present evidence, opening statements, closing arguments and, in general, the simple—yet ever elusive—art of trying a case. I had found my passion and became an experienced trial lawyer.. The final stop before I opened my own practice came in 2011. I decided I needed experience managing a law office. I left Nationwide and accepted a position to open and manage a new staff counsel office in Fresno for GEICO Insurance. During my 18-month tenure at GEICO, I opened a law office from scratch, hired lawyers and staff, and successfully grew the practice.  Along the way, I also acquired additional trial experience.  However, my dream was to have my own law firm.. In 2013, my dream came true and I opened the doors of Hitchcock Law Inc. Our approach, regardless of what side of the table we are on, is four-fold: passionate advocacy, personal attention, respect and compassion, and aggressive trial representation.. Welcome, to Hitchcock Law Inc.

I am devoted to providing members of the community who have suffered injury with high-quality legal representation. The concepts of respect, family and dignity are strong ideas that I hold closely in my personal injury practice. When a negligent act harms an individual, that harm impacts the entire family. I believe that accident victims deserve a fair shake from the insurance companies. My top priority is in protecting the vital interests of my clients. To that end, I help clients obtain the maximum recovery possible with the dignity and respect that they deserve.

I am aggressive and I work hard.  I have numerous not-guilty jury trial verdicts involving murder, mayhem, arson, robbery, sexual assault, home invasion, possession for sale, and DUI.  I have even won a sexually violent predator trial.  If you have any question please give me a call.

Experience. Prior to founding the Bonakdar Law Firm, Mr. Bonakdar was a member of two prominent Central Valley law firms.  Through these ventures, Mr. Bonakdar has gained a mastery of a broad spectrum of legal issues-- ranging from Business & Commercial Litigation to Criminal Defense and Personal Injury cases. Before venturing into private practice, Mr. Bonakdar also worked with the California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General.. Areas of Practice. Mr. Bonakdar provides his clients a full spectrum of services, such as presenting their defense in criminal proceedings, as well as commercial litigation and business planning services.  Mr. Bonakdar also has extensive experience and knowledge in the areas of Consumer Law, and specifically the Auto Industry, including its operational details and liability related to sales, finance, and warranty related issues.. Through other members of the Bonakdar Law Firm, Mr. Bonakdar's clients also rely on the Bonakdar Law firm for advice and representation in Estate Planning (Wills, Trusts, etc.) and Corporate (Incorporations, Trademarks, Copyrights, Licensing) matters.. The Bonakdar Law Firm: Your First and Best call when you need an attorney.

Daniel R. Baradat was born in Tulare, California on June 21, 1950. He earned a bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s College in 1972 and a Juris Doctorate from University of San Francisco in 1975.. Mr. Baradat was admitted to the California and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Northern Districts of California Bars in 1976. He was admitted to the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Oklahoma Bar in 1984.. Mr. Baradat has served as a Judge Pro Tem for the Fresno County Superior Court. He is a member of the Fresno, Kings and Tulare County Bar Associations, where he has served as a Director. He is also a member of the State Bar of California, the International Academy of Trial Lawyers, the American College of Trial Lawyers, the Consumer Attorneys of California, and the International Society of Barristers, where he is currently the President. Mr. Baradat is a Diplomate in the American Board of Trial Advocates, where he formerly served as the Central Valley Chapter President.. Mr. Baradat was named one of the top 100 lawyers of Northern California in every year since 2006 by Northern California Super Lawyers. He has also been honored with Lifetime Achievement Membership among America’s Top 100 Attorneys. He practices in the areas of personal injury law, legal and medical malpractice. Mr. Baradat has nine jury verdicts in excess of $1,000,000 in the last 12 years. Mr. Baradat has served on the Board of Regents of St. Mary’s College.

Christopher M. Urone is a graduate of the U.C. Davis, King Hall School of Law.  In 2010, Mr. Urone became an associate at Weiss, Martin, Salinas & Hearst.  He handles a diverse assortment of civil matters including complex civil litigation, medical malpractice claims (defense only), various personal injury claims, and other general civil litigation matters.  Mr. Urone also has experience in practicing business law and workers’ compensation law.. Mr. Urone prides himself in providing his clients with aggressive and effective representation, all while being practical and efficient.  Each client has their own unique needs, and each case is different.  Mr. Urone makes it a top priority to ensure that his clients receive the best representation available, are informed of the status of their case, and have their questions and concerns addressed.. While in law school, Mr. Urone was a member of the admissions committee at UC Davis, School of Law, one of the founding members of a public interest group, and a member of the prestigious Moot Court Board.   Currently, Mr. Urone is a member of the Fresno County Bar Association, Fresno County Young Lawyers Association, and the Northern California Association of Defense Counsel.  In 2013, Mr. Urone was recognized for efforts, and was selected by SuperLawyers® to the list of Rising Stars, an honor only given to 2.5% of attorneys.

Attorney Dennis A. Grossman is admitted to the practice of law in both New York State (1997) and California (2004). Prior to joining his father’s firm, Lawyer Dennis Grossman worked as a Wall Street corporate tax lawyer in New York City at the Firm Swindler, Berlin, Shereff & Friedman, LLP. After leaving Swindler, he was a senior manager & corporate tax consultant for Pricewaterhouse Coopers and Ernst and Young, focusing his practice in the areas of cross-border mergers & acquisitions and structured financing transactions.. Since joining the Grossman Law Offices, Mr. Grossman has successfully represented thousands of Personal Injury clients, obtaining millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts on their behalves. As a result, he was extended an invitation to join the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

A staunch defender of a person’s rights to personal liberty and just compensation, criminal defense and personal injury attorney Mark Coleman is a tireless advocate for his clients in Fresno and throughout the Central Valley.. As an avid shooter who has competed in national competitions since 1984, it is no surprise that the lifelong Fresno resident brings a sharp focus, drive for excellence, and tactical knowledge to the courtroom, which has led to numerous verdicts in favor of his clients, and to recognition among his peers.. In 1990, Mark obtained a verdict in excess of a million dollars and has obtained similar results in other cases in his 30-year career.. Mark is recognized by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys as one of the Top 10 criminal defense attorneys in Northern California, and as one of the Top 100 trial lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers. As a further testament to his reputation in the courts, Mark has been retained to represent state and federal law enforcement officers and court officials in their matters.