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11452 E lawyers are available in LOS ANGELES, California. These lawyers are rated between 4.6/5 to 5/5 and 56% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $40 to $71 per hour.
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As an award-winning criminal defense and trial attorney, Alexandra Kazarian boasts an impressive track record, representing clients in thousands of cases across a spectrum of misdemeanors and felonies. Her extensive courtroom experience includes conducting hundreds of preliminary hearings and achieving numerous jury verdicts in her clients' favor. Alexandra is well-equipped to manage even the most challenging legal situations, always prioritizing her clients’ best interests and ensuring they do not accept unsatisfactory plea deals. Previously, she held a position as Of Counsel at Geragos & Geragos. Alexandra earned her Juris Doctorate from Pepperdine University, Malibu, California, and has been recognized as “Lawyer of the Year” in both criminal and civil law, highlighting her exceptional skill and dedication in her field.
As an Associate Attorney for Rose, Klein, & Marias, Mr. Kuyumjian dedicates his entire practice to workers' compensation matters. Mr. Kuyumjian's dedication and experience in the workers' compensation system started long before becoming an attorney. Mr. Kuyumjian started with Rose, Klein, & Marias as a law clerk in 2014, assisting attorneys with complex matters such as evaluating medical reports and preparing cases for trial. Upon admittance into the California Bar Association in 2016, Mr. Kuyumjian joined the firm as an Associate Attorney.. Mr. Kuyumjian's primary goal is to address his clients' goals and needs while making the process of going through a workers' compensation case as easy and simple as possible. The way Mr. Kuyumjian achieves this goal is by educating his clients of the process and preparing them for every step along the way. From his experience in representing hundreds of clients, Mr. Kuyumjian has learned that it is essential that clients are well educated about the workers' compensation system in order for them to make informed decisions. This model has not only proven successful for Mr. Kuyumjian in achieving the best possible results for his clients, but has proven to insure the satisfaction of his clients.. Mr. Kuyumjian obtained his B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2012, and his J.D. from Southwestern Law School in 2016. Mr. Kuyumjian is a member of the California Applicants' Attorneys Association and the Los Angeles Bar Association.. On his free time he enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and also, watching and playing hockey.
As an appellate lawyer, I have handled many cases before the courts of appeal in California, and have obtained results in several published cases.. As a litigator, I have worked in employment law for more than 10 years and have obtained results for employees in all walks of life - from laborers working minimum wage to highly paid executives - in cases involving: discrimination, harassment, retaliation, medical leave, pregnancy/maternity leave, disability accommodation and wage & hour violations.. I also help employers seeking representation and consultations.
As a partner at Chesler McCaffrey LLP, Natasha R. Chesler is committed to representing clients in Los Angeles, California. She focuses her practice on employment and labor law, handling cases that involve the following matters: claims for wrongful discharge, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, failure to accommodate, intentional infliction of emotional distress, fraud, breach of contract, claims for unpaid wages, and fraudulent or unfair business practices and competition.. Ms. Chesler graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts. She then went on to earn a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, graduating cum laude. During her time there, Ms. Chesler was a member of the Loyola of Los Angeles International and Comparative Law Review, and she was invited to join the Order of the Coif.. With over a decade of experience, Ms. Chesler has represented clients in cases that involve litigation. In order to secure the best possible outcome, Ms. Chesler works closely with clients to understand their goals for their case, and she keeps them informed throughout the legal process. She has the legal knowledge to handle even the most complex cases and takes a focused approach to every matter. For her achievements, Ms. Chesler has been ranked No. 32 in eBossWatch's list of the nation's Top Employment Lawyers.. Ms. Chesler is active in the legal community and holds memberships with The State Bar of California and the American Bar Association. She has also served on multiple committees for the Los Angeles County Bar Association and currently sits on its Board of Trustees.
As a nationally recognized and respected consumer attorney, Brian Kabateck is a preeminent leader in the fight to ensure access to the justice system. He’s a powerful advocate in the courtroom and at the California State Capitol for consumers’ rights and protections. Mr. Kabateck’s vigorous litigation on behalf of his clients has netted more than a billion dollars in recoveries. He has won many multi-million dollar verdicts, judgments and settlements in the areas of personal injury, insurance bad faith, pharmaceutical litigation, wrongful death, class action, mass torts and disaster litigation.Because of his deep knowledge of the law and dynamic speaking style, Mr. Kabateck is a frequent analyst for national, local and legal media outlets. He makes regular appearances on CNN, MSNBC, CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX and CW stations. In addition to his television exposure, Mr. Kabateck often speaks at seminars, law schools and industry events. As the former President of the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC), Mr. Kabateck drew on his strong leadership abilities to bring change to some of the state’s most contentious problems. Under his direction, he brokered a consensus on issues including protecting patient safety and court funding. He has worked tirelessly with the California Legislature and California Department of Insurance to draft many laws for some of the state’s largest industries.Mr. Kabateck’s ability to straddle the legal and political world has made him a strategic and outspoken advocate for consumer and patient rights. In November, voters will decide whether to overturn the decades old MICRA law which caps non-economic damages at $250,000. Mr. Kabateck is a leader in the fight to lift this outdated and misguided law that deprives the state’s most vulnerable victims from getting the compensation they deserve in medical malpractice cases. Mr. Kabateck has extensive experience in all judicial forums throughout California. He has argued cases before the California State Supreme Court, California Court of Appeal, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals.
As a mother, wife, and attorney, I have made it my life mission to help people like you protect their legacy and their future. My focus is especially on helping women once and for all secure their finances and gain clarity and peace of mind.. I often say that while others talk about women’s empowerment, I DO women’s empowerment.. I’m an award-winning attorney (rising star Super Lawyer), a best selling author (see my books page for more info), a nationwide speaker about women and money, a courageous advocate, fearless cheerleader for my clients' success and most importantly, a role model for young women around the world. I speak at high school, college campuses, and corporations about what women and millennials can accomplish (everything).. What I love most in my life is my family. I have a loving husband and two perfect daughters! My daughters took what I did for a living and made it a matter of the heart.. I’m so honored that you are joining me on this journey to make this world a more wonderful place!. Let’s keep in touch!
As a member of TroyGould's Corporate Department, my practice includes general corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions and securities law. I also represent real estate owners, developers, borrowers and lenders.
As a member of the Bars of California and Paris, France, I represent American and French citizens and businesses in the areas of immigration, domestic and international transactions and litigation. I have been retained and qualified as an expert witness on French law, in particular in the areas of international divorce and custody disputes. I am also legal counsel (Avocat-Conseil) to the Consulate General of France in Los Angeles.
As a litigation partner I am responsible for the overall strategy involving the defense and prosecution of civil and commercial lawsuits. I participate in discovery, drafting pleadings and motions, court appearances, settlement negotiations, arbitrations, mediations, administrative hearings, trials and appeals. However, much of my practice is devoted to avoidance of litigation and advising clients in terms of contracts, negotiations and resolution of disputes.. Mediations and negotiations, trials and arbitrations involving real estate, contracts, businesses, homeowner associations, products liability, toxic torts and construction. My firm has corporate, real estate, homeowner asssociations, transactional, tax, bankruptcy/creditor's rights, commercial litigation, entertainment, intellectual property and estate planning/probate practice expertise. Check us out at www.wrslawyers.com.
As a labor & employment attorney, my primary purpose and dedication is the protection of worker’s rights. As an advocate for workplace fairness, my passion and profession is to help advance the goals of employees and protect their rights against injustices in the workplace. I will fight to get you properly compensated for your losses and back in control of your life. To talk, give me a call at (844) 7-JUSTICE.
As a Founding Partner at Trowbridge Law Group LLP, Jonathan advises clients on matters related to crowdfunding, syndications, commercial real estate transactions, and securities laws.. In addition to offerings under Regulation D, Jonathan also has experience with helping clients raise funds under Regulation Crowdfunding (Regulation CF or Reg CF). His clients range from real estate syndicators to small business startups looking for early sources of funding.. Jonathan earned his JD from the University of California Los Angeles School of Law and BA from the University of California Los Angeles. He is also a real estate investor and currently a CCIM member candidate.
As a former Homicide Deputy District Attorney, Sexual Assault Prosecutor and now Civil Child Abuse Advocate representing children across the state who have been victimized, Mr. Zektser is virtually unmatched in courtroom litigation. He has taken over 150 lawsuits to verdict and feels most comfortable in the courtroom. Elan specializes in catastrophic auto & trucking accidents, sexual assaults and complex litigation matters, and is dedicated to the fight for victims’ rights.
As a criminal defense attorney, my job is to get you the best representation possible and then get you home. I ONLY practice in the area of criminal defense so my sole focus is making sure my clients get the best possible outcome.. A little more about me.... With over 15 years of criminal law experience, I have a passion for protecting the rights of all persons accused of a crime. I hold a BA in cognitive and biological psychology with a minor emphasis in administration of justice. My desire was to understand the effects of stress, drugs, alcohol and psychological disorders on persons involved in the criminal justice system. This knowledge, in addition to my Juris Doctor degree and license to practice law gives me a unique perspective and ability to empathize and facilitate superior resolutions for my valued clients. I set myself apart as one of the few true experts in criminal law. I devote 100% of my practice to criminal defense, and am known for my aggressive and successful representation of those accused. Not only am I an experienced negotiator and an expert trial attorney, but I also have established a spotless reputation among judges, prosecutors, and fellow defense attorneys. I appear in court on a daily basis, defending clients who are facing charges ranging from petty theft to murder. When necessary, I am prepared to take your case to trial, and maintain an experienced and tested array of consultants and forensic investigators. Every case is sensitive and important and I will devote my utmost attention to your matter.
Artin Shaverdian is an experienced litigator representing business entities, public agencies and individuals in a broad range of commercial and real estate related disputes. In addition to his business and real property litigation practice, Mr. Shaverdian specializes in eminent domain / inverse condemnation litigation, other valuation related litigation, construction disputes, and municipal and redevelopment matters.. He is widely recognized as an expert in California in eminent domain and inverse condemnation matters and speaks regularly on eminent domain issues. In addition to representing clients in litigation matters, he also provides strategic advice and counseling to his clients to creatively resolve or proactively avoid disputes.. Mr. Shaverdian has represented multinational corporations, business entities and individuals in a variety of industries including technology, oil and gas, hospitality, food and beverage, manufacturing, and various others in litigation and other related matters. He has also represented public agency clients such as the Riverside County Transportation Commission, Los Angeles Unified School District, Oxnard Union High School District, High Desert Water District, City of Ontario, City of Gardena, City of Pico Rivera, City of Pomona, City of South Gate, Bakersfield Redevelopment Agency, Cathedral City Redevelopment Agency, Glendale Redevelopment Agency, and Orange County Flood Control District in various litigation matters.. Los Angeles magazine has recognized Mr. Shaverdian as a Super Lawyers “Southern California Rising Star” from 2011-2015.. Prior to joining Best Best & Krieger, Artin was of counsel with Kane Ballmer & Berkman and was previously a partner with the California Eminent Domain Law Group.. Mr. Shaverdian is a member of Association of Business Trial Lawyers. He is also a member of the Los Angeles Chapter of the International Right of Way Association, the central authority in public right-of-way work, including legal issues related to eminent domain and inverse condemnation litigation. He is a member of the Eminent Domain and Land Use Committee of the Transpotation Research Board. He has written articles for the IRWA on eminent domain and inverse condemnation issues. He is also a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s Real Property Section, Condemnation and Land Valuation Committee, a member of the Armenian Bar Association, and a registered agent with the California Bureau of Real Estate.. Artin attended Southwestern University School of Law where he graduated with a Juris Doctorate degree in 2002. While in law school, he was a member of the moot court and trial advocacy programs. Artin is a native of Southern California, having graduated from the Marshall School of Business at USC, with a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Entrepreneurship. At USC he was the recipient of the Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies Top Ten Business Plan Award.. Artin was named to the Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Stars list in 2011 -2015.
Arthur L. Lensky’s practice has focused on all aspects of civil litigation, with emphasis on personal injury, business law, corporate law and real estate law. Mr. Lensky also has an extensive background in business litigation and and real estate transactions.. Mr. Lensky earned his dual Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Russian Studies from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2002. He then went to earn his Juris Doctor in 2006 from Southwestern Law School, located in Los Angeles. During law school, Mr. Lensky completed an externship with Bet Tzedek Legal Services in Los Angeles and the Honorable Theodor C. Albert, United States Bankruptcy Court, Central District of California. The Lensky Law Firm is a boutique law firm in Westwood in Los Angeles. We pride ourselves on providing quality legal representation at reasonable prices. The Firm is grounded on the principle that clients should be able to talk to their attorney and work with an attorney if they are paying “attorney fees” in contrast to all of the paralegal heavy firms. We keep ourselves accessible to our clients and return your phone calls and respond to your e-mails within one business day. Further, we provide free consultations and do our best to quote you the price of our services upfront. Please contact us at your earliest convenience to make an appointment with one of our qualified attorneys.
Arthur Corona is United States NAVY Veteran and graduate of California State University Fullerton where he earned a dual Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Philosophy. Upon graduation, Mr. Corona attended University of California Hasting College of the Law where he obtained his law degree. Mr. Corona’s practice focuses on criminal defense and family law matters. He speaks fluent Spanish and is admitted to practice in all State Courts, as well as, the United States District Court for the Eastern and Central Districts of California and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Armen S. Martin is an experienced corporate attorney with an extensive background in merger and acquisition transactions, venture capital, corporate securities, and capital markets. Mr. Martin represents clients in diverse fields including technology, media, financial services, manufacturing, life sciences and telecommunications.. Mr. Martin’s mergers and acquisitions experience includes the representation of numerous companies in sell-side transactions, leading to successful liquidity events for his clients. Mr. Martin has also represented a number of acquirors including Warner/Chappell Music, Inc. (a subsidiary of Warner Music Group), Catapult Communications Corporation (acquired by Ixia), Life Technologies (LIFE), Qualcomm Incorporated (QCOM), Actel Corporation (acquired by MicroSemi) and Solectron Corporation (acquired by Flextronics).. Mr. Martin’s venture capital financing experience includes representation of companies and investors in well over 60 financings, constituting over $650 million in aggregate proceeds. The investors in these financings have included a diverse set of funds such as Alloy Ventures, Benchmark Capital, Blueprint Ventures, Canaan Partners, Charter Life Sciences, ComVentures, Crescendo Ventures, D.E. Shaw & Co., Draper Fisher Jurvetson, HM Capital Partners, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Mayfield Fund, Mission Ventures, Redpoint Ventures, Telesoft Partners and TL Ventures. These venture capital financings have also involved a number of strategic investors, such as Bertelsmann Media Worldwide, Intel, Lions Gate Entertainment, Lucent Technology, Nokia, Qualcomm, Pramer Television, Sony and Warner Music Group.. Mr. Martin has also represented several public companies in connection with public offerings and securities compliance work including Actel Corporation, Anworth Mortgage Asset Corporation (ANH), Catapult Communications Corporation, Loronix Information Systems, Inc. and Meruelo Maddux Properties, Inc.. Mr. Martin also advises corporate clients and their boards of directors with respect to acquisitions and strategy, corporate governance, corporate finance and various other matters pertinent to their day-to-day legal requirements.. Mr. Martin is a member of the Armenian Bar Association and the Los Angeles Venture Association. He has served on numerous non-profit boards and organizations including the Armenian National Committee of America, the largest Armenian American grassroots organization in America, the Armenian National Committee Political Action Committee and the ANC Professional Network.
Aric N. Williams, Esq focuses his practice on the representation of businesses and individuals in complex commercial and business litigation as well as large real estate development projects. Mr. Williams also serves as general counsel for many South Florida businesses, handling transactional matters ranging from corporate formation, to contract negotiation and preparation. Mr. Williams also represents clients in civil disputes involving medical and professional malpractice, premise liability, negligent security, landlord/tenant issues, and personal injury.. Since founding his firm, Mr. Williams has represented businesses in disputes not limited to breach of fiduciary duty, tortious interference, breach of contract and partnership disputes, fraud, and misrepresentation. Mr. Williams will also represent individuals in claims involving medical malpractice, other professional malpractice, negligent security, personal injury, defamation, civil theft and a variety of other claims.
Arellanez Legal is a respected San Bernardino personal injury law firm dedicated to providing legal services to clients who have been injured due to the fault of another party. Arellanez Legal is a San Bernardino personal injury law firm located near the cities of Chino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, Rialto, Loma Linda, Redlands, Hesperia, Victorville, Apple Valley, Barstow, and Baker.. Michael Arellanez (“Michael”) is the founder of Arellanez Legal, a law firm priding itself on client care and advocacy. At Arellanez Legal the client’s needs and expectations are of the utmost importance. Michael works with each client to make sure they understand their case and the steps that will be taken to achieve results.. Insurance companies tend to forget that personal injury cases involve real people. Michael Arellanez understands the profound impact an injury has on someone’s physical, mental, and financial health.. Michael is a precise, aggressive attorney with extensive experience. He began his career at the San Francisco Public Defenders Office where he learned and developed client advocacy skills while being mentored by some of the best attorneys in California.. Prior to establishing Arellanez Legal, Michael practiced complex construction litigation, successively representing prominent developers, general contractors, and subcontractors in large and complex lawsuits throughout California. Many of the lawsuits involved multiple parties and claims for damages ranging from $2,000,000 to $120,000,000.. In addition, Michael has extensive experience representing injured clients in personal injury lawsuits. Prior to practicing complex construction litigation, he represented many plaintiffs and defendant companies in personal injury lawsuits throughout California. Michael has a unique perspective and insight regarding how insurance companies and defense attorneys handle personal injury matters.. Michael also has experience drafting Wills and Trusts. Whether it’s a client wishing to gift property to a charity or needing to use their property to provide for their children in the future, Michael can help.. Helping the clients of Arellanez Legal begins by making time to speak with each client about their case. It is important the client understands that when issues arise, MIchael has the skills and experience to advise them. His extensive and diverse legal experience is utilized to obtain the best results for his clients.
Arash treats every one of his clients with the attention and respect that they deserve. His dedication and hard work have resulted in multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts. He is always available to speak with his clients to help them understand the litigation process.. Since 2003, Arash has dedicated himself to litigation and jury trials. He started his career with mass tort, toxic tort, habitability and product liability cases. He has managed hundreds of high exposure mesothelioma cases from inception through trial, obtaining favorable results for his clients.. In 2013, Arash was honored by being selected as a participant in the Los Angeles County Bar’s Trial Advocacy Program. After proving himself as a capable trial attorney, Arash served as a volunteer prosecutor for the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office. A distinct honor bestowed only upon the most qualified and ethical trial attorneys.. After 10 years of toxic tort trials, Arash started handling catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases. These cases include premises liability, Traumatic Brain Injury, breach of habitability, mold, construction accidents, and automobile accidents.
Arash Hashemi’s first career goal was to play basketball in the NBA. One day, when he was 14, a family friend commented that Arash would be a good lawyer and should pursue law. Something clicked in Arash’s head and from that day on, he was determined to become a lawyer. In December 2002, Arash was officially sworn in as an active member of The State Bar of California. The very next day, he was in court, taking part in a bench trial, and by March 1, 2003, he established the Law Offices of Arash Hashemi.. Since then, Arash has handled a wide variety of criminal cases—from petty theft to complex felonies, including murder—with a particular focus on self-defense cases. He has represented thousands of Californians accused of violating probation or parole, and has argued before the California Court of Appeals. Arash is admitted to practice before all California State Courts and the United States District Court for the Northern, Eastern, Central, and Southern Districts of California.. In addition to his legal practice, Arash is the host of the podcast “Hashing Out the Law,” where he explores various legal topics and issues. He also serves as the president of the Criminal Courts Bar Association for 2024 and regularly volunteers at the Mesereau Free Legal Clinic in South Los Angeles. During his free time, he enjoys playing basketball and photography.
Arash Ghadooshahy is a founding partner of Kay Ghad LLP. Arash obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from UCLA and his Juris Doctorate from Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University, where he graduated in the top-third of his class and was on the Dean’s honor list. During his time in law school, Arash had the opportunity to gain hands on legal experience by interning for litigation focused law firms, media companies, and for Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Elizabeth Lippitt. Prior to law school, Arash was able to gain real estate development experience by working in a family business which focused on the acquisition, development and management of gas service stations across California.. After law school and prior to founding Kay Ghad LLP, Arash practiced real estate litigation at a hard-hitting award-winning boutique real estate law firm in Century City, and as in-house corporate counsel to the publicly traded global commercial real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK).
Arash Beral is a partner in Freeman, Freeman & Smiley LLP's Los Angeles office and a member of the Litigation Department. Mr. Beral routinely counsels clients in highly sophisticated, complex legal matters and disputes, oftentimes of national and international significance. While he represents clients in business, commercial, employment, intellectual property, and real estate litigation matters from inception (including emergency injunctive relief/TRO applications) through trial, appeals, and enforcement of judgments, Mr. Beral's primary practice focus is on ever-evolving state and federal trade secret laws and trade secret litigation.. Mr. Beral's most recent trial victories include a 2015 state court trial victory in which case he was the lead plaintiff's trial counsel in a real estate dispute involving property located in the highly coveted Estates at the Oaks of Calabasas, and a 2014 federal court trial victory in which case he was the lead local defense counsel in a trade secrets dispute involving claims among competing multi-national businesses.. Mr. Beral earned both his Bachelor of Arts degree and Juris Doctor degree in less than five years, graduating in the top 5% of his undergraduate class and in the top 10% of his law school class. While now a seasoned litigator, he was at the time of admission to the State Bar of California one of the youngest practicing lawyers in California.. From 2012 through 2016, Mr. Beral was named to the list of Southern California Rising Stars by Super Lawyers Magazine, an honor bestowed to only 2.5% of lawyers under the age of 40.
Antonio Gonzalez is a seasoned litigator in the employment law field.. He started his law career defending employers in employment cases such as discrimination and harassment lawsuits, as well as providing advice and counsel to employers. After defending employers for six years, Antonio opened up his own practice, Gonzalez Law. His current practice focuses exclusively on representing employees in employment-related lawsuits.. Antonio received his JD from Loyola Law School, where he was an editor for the Loyola Law Review. During law school he also externed for then U.S. District Court Judge and former California Supreme Court Justice, Carlos Moreno. He received his bachelor’s degree in Economics from Stanford University.
Anthony Rios is an associate attorney with the Kraut Law Group Criminal and DUI Lawyers. Mr. Rios joined the Kraut Law Group Criminal and DUI Lawyers in June of 2018. Mr. Rios handles all types of criminal matters, including but not limited to all types of felony and misdemeanor cases, including drug offense cases, DUI cases, domestic violence cases, assault and battery cases, white collar crime cases, and sex offense cases. Mr. Rios also handles domestic violence, gun violence, and civil harassment restraining order matters.. Prior to joining the Kraut Law Group Criminal and DUI Lawyers, Mr. Rios worked for the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Office for 8 years where he was a leader in Wisconsin’s forensic science community. Mr. Rios helped coordinate the Wisconsin State Public Defender’s forensic science practice group, serving as an agency liaison and specialist on forensic science issues for other legal practitioners in the state.. Mr. Rios is respected by his colleagues on both sides of the courtroom for his expertise and litigation skills. Mr. Rios has spent his career relentlessly defending his clients against a variety of criminal charges. Mr. Rios understands that there is more to you than what is alleged in the criminal complaint and takes pride in his ability to effectively and persuasively tell your whole story and ensure that you are heard.. Mr. Rios graduated from the University of California at Santa Barbara with honors and distinction in his major and then attended the University of Wisconsin Law School. During law school, Mr. Rios was a clinic student at the Wisconsin Innocence Project and a member of the Wisconsin International Law Journal.