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Yitz Weiss is a highly skilled employment attorney with nearly two decades of comprehensive experienced in litigating cases such as unpaid wages, overtime claims, discrimination, harassment, FEHA violations, Unequal Pay Act disputes, and wrongful termination. Yitz counsels clients on employment practices and compliance. He represents clients through all phases of litigation, including trial and appeal, and provides strategic counsel on pre-litigation disputes. Yitz’s strong trial skills have resulted in numerous successful outcomes for his clients.. Yitz graduated cum laude from Southwestern University School of Law in 2006, where he served as Associate Editor of the Southwestern Law Review. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Yeshiva University and a Degree of Rabbinic Ordination. After joining Kaplan Lee LLP, Yitz’s dedication and success earned him a partnership, and the firm was renamed Fair Employment Lawyers at Kaplan Weiss LLP.. Yitz has been recognized as a Rising Star by “Super Lawyers” in 2015 and 2016, received Avvo’s Clients’ Choice Award, and was named a Client Champion by Martindale-Hubbell in 2018. In addition to his legal practice, Yitz is a sought-after speaker and educator, teaching courses on law, ethics, and religion.

Work injuries suck. Having an attorney who never gets back to you or who only wants to build the value of the case off of your body is worse. I won't do that. As a certified specialist in workers' compensation, I believe in being real with my clients, and I'm big on strategy. My goal is for my clients to become as back-to-normal as possible, and I endeavor to return phone calls and emails within 24 business hours.

Welcome to Chekian Law Office, a Full Service Bankruptcy Law Firm handling all aspects of bankruptcy law, debt and debt settlement issues, including the difficult & challenging cases that other law firms run from. The law firm operates exclusively throughout California, focusing on Southern California cases with office strategically located in Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties. Reach out to us today and expect a quick drop in your blood pressure as we explain how to solve your debt problems, in plain English.. This law firm was founded in 1993 by attorney Michael Chekian. Mike is a knowledgeable and experienced bankruptcy lawyer in Los Angeles. In addition to being a warm and polite guy who helps you to feel at ease, attorney Michael Chekian is a Certified Bankruptcy Specialist by the State Bar of California. Mike truly cares about his clients and he offers free legal consultations, being very transparent about the affordable fees and costs, and helping his clients understand the pros and cons of their bankruptcy options.. The scope of our bankruptcy practice is on Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Foreclosures, Adversary Procedures, all motion work and lien avoidance actions, including reopening cases to avoid junior liens (where available by law), and all "problem cases".. Chekian Law Office headquarters is conveniently located in West Los Angeles with easy access to the 405 freeway.  The law firm includes other office meeting locations across Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside county and beyond. Potential new clients: as a new client or someone considering working with the law firm, you can expect a detailed free phone consultation where we give you the "big picture" quickly, quote prices, and send you a written proposal if desired. The next step is a personal meeting with attorney Michael Chekian. No pressure, no hard sell, just a frank assessment of the pros, cons, consequences and potential solutions to your debt issues.. Call Chekian Law Office for a free bankruptcy consultation.  Emphasis of practice is bankruptcy, debt settlement and litigation.  Expect a confidential, no pressure phone consultation with a frank discussion of pros and cons and fees.  We provide no obligation written proposals.  Main office is in West L.A., and meeting locations are available from the San Fernando Valley area, throughout L.A. and Orange County.. Michael Chekian, Esq.. Telephone. Toll Free. E-mail. Toll free bankruptcy warning 24 hours

We are CA's Largest Most Successful Defense Law Firm w/ offices throughout Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Ventura, San Francisco, Sacramento, Alameda, San Jose, Bakersfield, Santa Barbara, & San Luis Obispo. See www.chesleylawyers.com for our list of locations. We are Former Judges and District Attorneys with over 35 Years of Experience!  Avvo rating "Superb 10" CA's Largest Criminal Defense Firm! We've handled over 55,000 criminal cases!!! Client's Choice Award last 10 years! Rated Top 1% (National Trial Lawyers Association, Martindale) Our law firm has been featured on: CNN, NBC, FOX, Time Magazine, NY Times, LA Times, ABC, MSNBC, etcetera.. Hello (Buen Dia), We are pleased to have this opportunity to introduce ourselves to you and provide you with some information about attorney David Chesley and his law firm. Getting your case rejected before your first Court date or dismissed prior to trial is our first priority! Alternatives include reductions to lesser offenses, or helping you to achieve an acquittal at jury trial. We take pride in providing the best criminal defense representation available, defending your rights, helping you to maintain your license(s) (driving, professional, and otherwise), protecting your reputation, and most importantly safeguarding your personal freedom!. After working in the Los Angeles County District Attorneys' office, David Chesley saw the potential to protect California criminal defendants from unfounded allegations. He observed many instances of unlawfully obtained testimony, illegally-seized "evidence," and situations where he felt his fellow Angelenos were being unjustly prosecuted (without probable cause). In addition, David observed that many of these criminal cases were complicated by the potential for disastrous immigration consequences for those in USCIS processing or without documentation.. Following this experience, David began defending DUI, felony, and misdemeanor cases in Courts throughout Los Angeles County as well as assisting clients with immigration matters. Since that time, David Chesley has successfully defended many clients in major violent felony strike cases, against serious allegations including rape, child molestation, and gang-murder trials where his clients potentially faced multiple life sentences. He has also helped many clients avoid deportation, obtain green cards or permanent residency status, and achieve citizenship.. David Chesley Attorney Bio- David Chesley is a "superb" rated (10 out of 10), full-time defense attorney who defends high-profile clients against serious felony charges & has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, NBC, Fox, NY Times, LA Times, WSJ, Time & People. The firm has won Client Choice Awards for the past 10 years in a row. In addition to defending clients in Court, David, with the help of other attorneys at the firm, manages a staff of over 50 employees throughout the state, including over 25 full-time criminal defense attorneys. David has been careful to recruit only the best, most well-trained, and experienced lawyers from top-tier law schools, including former Judges and District Attorneys, with each of the firms' attorneys having practiced criminal defense and handled heavy felony cases for well over 20 years.. In the legal community, among judges, prosecutors, defense lawyers, legal experts, court staff, law enforcement, detectives, and criminal defendants, The Law Offices of David Chesley are widely recognized as the largest and most successful criminal defense firm in California. The Chesley law firm has handled well over 55,000 major felony, DUI, and misdemeanor cases since its inception and represents clients in over 4,500 criminal cases every year. We regularly receive referral clients from the Court, from other lawyers, and from the many satisfied clients we have represented in the past.. Our offices are located throughout Southern, Central, and Northern California. We have multiple offices in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Ventura, San Francisco, Alameda, Sacramento, Kern County, Santa Barbara & San Luis Obispo. See our website: www.chesleylawyers.com for our exact addresses and locations.. Call us today so we can provide you with the best criminal defense representation available, and assist you in getting your case thrown out, dismissed, or reduced, or in achieving an acquittal of all charges. Thank you for choosing us as your "go-to" law firm for all criminal defense-related matters!!! And if your case is complicated by immigration issues, we can assist you in avoiding convictions for deportable offenses and help you avoid deportation in immigration court as well. Hablamos español. Estamos muy contentos de que nos haya elegido para que lo defienda.. Thank you and Gracias!. Law Offices of David S. Chesley, Inc.

We are a business law firm that represents entrepreneurs, Internet start-ups, closely-held and family-owned businesses, as well as small and medium-size companies, in a wide variety of industries, including retail, wine, manufacturing, health care, insurance, pharmaceuticals, software, new media, entertainment and eCommerce. Our transactional experience crosses multiple industries and we can provide the necessary corporate structuring, negotiation and documentation to facilitate complex business transactions. Further, our attorneys provide legal advice to emerging businesses, including many technology ventures and software businesses, and offer assistance in the areas of organizational structure, intellectual property, and venture capital and private placement financing.

Wagenseller Law Firm specializes in real estate litigation for real estate developers, property owners and investors.  We also handle commercial leasing.. Please visit our website at for more information on the firm.. We are committed to friendly, responsive and informative legal services for our clients.

Thomas E. Lombardi is a founding partner of Palmer, Lombardi & Donohue LLP. Mr. Lombardi’s practice emphasizes real estate, business and commercial law. Mr. Lombardi litigates real estate disputes for real estate companies, including REITs, private equity firms, regional and local real estate companies, and individual real estate entrepreneurs. He also serves in an advisory capacity to these clients and their asset and property managers. Mr. Lombardi has an extensive range of experience handling all types of matters arising from commercial leases and the operations of real estate assets. Mr. Lombardi also has substantial experience litigating disputes involving purchase and sale agreements, loans, options, first rights of refusal, commissions, partnership and corporate real estate disputes, failure to disclose, construction, ADA, nuisance, quiet title, easements, and boundary disputes. Mr. Lombardi’s practice also includes defense of multifamily real estate owners faced with tenant claims ranging from wrongful eviction, mold exposure, lead exposure, discrimination, and rent control violations. Mr. Lombardi also handles transactional matters including formation of real estate entities, commercial leases, lease workouts, finance and sales transactions. Business and commercial matters handled by Mr. Lombardi include litigation arising from partnership disputes, corporate dissolution, fraud, breach of contract, insurance coverage and unfair competition. Mr. Lombardi has tried cases in the Superior Court of California and the Federal District Court. He has also argued appeals before the United States 9th Circuit Court of Appeal and the California Court of Appeal.

Terry R. Bailey serves as Senior Counsel at Layfield & Barrett and specializes in property damages cases -including those that involve fires, earthquakes, floods, mudslides, landslides, construction defects and inverse condemnation. He represents residential and commercial property owners, often against developers, insurers, general contractors and subcontractors, neighboring property owners as well as city and county governments.Mr. Bailey has tremendous expertise in property damage lawsuits and bad faith insurance claims, having recovered over $100 million in compensation for numerous property owners. His prior experience as a general engineering contractor offers him unique and valuable insight into all kinds of property damage lawsuits. He constructs his finest litigation strategies by working closely with skilled engineers, architects and general contractors to fully investigate and understand the cause of the damages and develop the proper scope and cost of repair.

Susan Yu is nationally recognized as a top trial lawyer with impeccable track record. She has won many difficult and complex criminal, civil and medical board trials, utilizing her unique trial skills, insights, and life experiences.. Deeply committed to excellence, Susan has a history of consistently obtaining winning results for many prominent clients, including the late music legend Michael Jackson, the First Lady of Gabon, Africa, a family member of the late film actor Peter Falk (known from a hit TV series “Columbo,”) a family member of a top-ranking government official from China, former CEO of St John Knits International, Inc., an international corporation from South Korea, a family member of LA Gear, a top-ranking officer of a multi-national real estate development company from India, a publicly traded midstream company from Texas, a prominent orthopedic surgeon from Southern California, and Home Depot U.S.A., Inc., just to name a few.. In addition to maintaining a very diverse and successful trial practice, Susan is actively involved in a wide-range of work for the profession and the community.  Susan serves as a Commissioner for the California State Bar’s Judicial Nominees Evaluation (JNE) Commission, which investigates and evaluates applicants who seek to become judges at the trial, appellate and supreme court levels throughout the state of California. Susan also serves on the Advisory Board and was elected to serve as President of the Litigation Counsel of America.  To promote the advancement of Asian Pacific American women in the legal profession, Susan sits on the Executive Board of Asian Pacific American Women Lawyers Alliance (APAWLA).. Susan is often asked to travel around the United States to lecture on various subjects, including trial strategies, the legal profession and civil rights.

Steven H. Kaufmann is a shareholder at Richards, Watson & Gershon and Chair of the Firm’s Coastal Law Department. For 34 years, Mr. Kaufmann has represented either the California Coastal Commission itself or represented landowners, developers and public entities with matters before that agency. His work has involved a broad array of Coastal Commission administrative matters, as well as a substantial amount of litigation involving challenges to or defense of Commission decisions. Mr. Kaufmann’s experience includes every aspect of California coastal regulation, including coastal development permits, appeals, federal consistency review and appeals to the Secretary of Commerce, exemptions, local coastal programs, public works plans, enforcement, and legislation, as well as related local entitlements and compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). His work has produced successful results for clients on a host of projects involving complex energy or transportation-related issues; wetlands, environmentally sensitive habitat, or other habitat-related issues; golf courses, traditional hotels, timeshares, condominium hotels; and residences, subdivisions, commercial uses, and marinas. He has successfully challenged and defended decisions made by the Commission on coastal development permits, local coastal program amendments, and federal consistency.

Steven A. Brody is a graduate of Stanford Law School. He is a criminal defense attorney with state and federal experience, including multiple federal felony trials (jury and bench), state trials, and state and federal appeals of criminal cases, including oral argument before the California Court of Appeal and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. He has handled a wide variety of felonies and misdemeanors, from robbery to prostitution, drug smuggling, assault with a deadly weapon, and many others.. Steve is also panel attorney for the Sixth District Appellate Program, the California Appellate, Appellate Defenders, Inc., and the First District Appellate Project. As a member of these organizations, Steve is appointed felony criminal appeals from around the state.

Stephen G Rodriguez and Partners' practice is dedicated exclusively to criminal defense. We represent clients, mostly in Los Angeles County, facing criminal charges at the misdemeanor and felony level in State and Federal courts. We also represent clients facing charges in juvenile court. We bring over 50 years+ of criminal defense experience to each one of our cases and make it work for you. We work hard for our clients and we get results!

Scott McPherson, is Senior Counsel of Adli Law Group P.C. His practice is primarily focused on Intellectual Property Management, Advocacy and Protection, and Litigation. Mr. McPherson’s extensive legal background includes all aspects of intellectual property law, including patent prosecution, litigations, opinions, clearances, due diligences, licensing, interference practice, and oppositions.. Prior to joining Adli Law Group P.C., Mr. McPherson was the President and Founder of S McPherson IP Law in San Diego. Mr. McPherson brings to the firm more than 10 years of experience representing clients in the Biotech, Cleantech, Medical Devices, High Tech, Pharmaceutical, Mechanical, Consumer Goods, and Action Sports Industries. Mr. McPherson’s practice focused on Intellectual Property Management, Advocacy and Protection. Mr. McPherson has spent the last decade working in large international multipractice law firms, large intellectual property boutique law firms, and in-house with technology based companies. While working in law firms Mr. McPherson’s practice focused on Intellectual Property Management including patent, trademark and copyright protection, as well as opinion and strategy opinions based on licensing, funding or competitor analysis in a broad range of technologies ranging from simple mechanical (knives, spinal implants) to complex diagnostic machinery (non-invasive glucose monitors, DNA Microarray systems) and assays, to compositions of matter, immunoassays and vaccines and adjuvants. While working in-house as a Patent Specialist and Contract Administrator with Nanogen Inc, he managed their patent and trademark portfolio and wrote and reviewed contracts.. Before his career in law, Mr. McPherson spent over nine years with start-up biotechnology and non-profit research institutions developing and managing research used to identify the efficacy and safety aspects of drugs, devices and biologics.

Ryan K. Marden is an associate in the Los Angeles office of Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young LLP. He specializes in civil litigation with an emphasis on public-entity representation, railroad-related litigation, general business and real estate litigation. With more than 13 years of experience, Ryan has significant litigation experience, handling matters from inception through trial. He has extensive experience in preparing and arguing dispositive motions, managing mass tort litigation, training and advising clients in pre-litigation evidence preservation, and briefing and arguing appellate issues.

Ryan D’Ambrosio is an Associate Attorney at ADLI Law Group.. Mr. D’Ambrosio’s practice focuses on criminal defense, handling both state and federal cases. Mr. D’Ambrosio received his J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, receiving an additional honors degree in entertainment transactions. Before attending law school, Mr. D’Ambrosio earned a Bachelor of Science in business from Linfield College.. Mr. D’Ambrosio has represented clients in all stages of criminal proceedings and has extensive knowledge of the state and federal laws governing narcotics, organized crime, and violent crimes. Mr. D’Ambrosio represents clients accused of a range of felony and misdemeanor cases.. Areas of Practice:• Criminal Law• State Law• Federal Law• Felonies• Misdemeanors• Driving While Intoxicated• Drug Crimes• Violent Crimes• Sex Crimes• Fraud• Homicide• Theft• Probation Violation• Burglary• Assault and Battery• Computer Crimes• Medical Marijuana• Narcotics Possession• Narcotics Sale• Kidnapping• Robbery• Organized Crime and Racketeering. Education:• Loyola Law School, J.D.• Linfield College, B.S., Business. Bar Admissions:• California State Bar. Honors:• Entertainment Transactions Concentration• Professional Associations• Beverly Hills Bar Association• LA County Bar Association – Criminal Law Section

Roslyn Soudry is a distinguished matrimonial and family law attorney in Offit Kurman's Los Angeles office, with decades of experience representing high-profile individuals, including celebrities, professional athletes, business leaders, and other high-net-worth clients. Known for her sharp legal insight, creative problem-solving, and unwavering discretion, Roslyn has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor in handling the most complex and sensitive family law matters.. Her practice spans all aspects of family law, including paternity, child custody, dissolution of marriages and domestic partnerships, prenuptial and post-marital agreements, and post-judgment issues. Equally skilled in litigation and negotiation, Roslyn tailors her approach to each client's needs, whether advocating in court or facilitating discreet resolutions behind the scenes. Her skill in managing high-profile, contentious disputes has made her a sought-after attorney for individuals in the public eye, particularly in cases that attract media attention. Roslyn's representation in high-profile cases has included interviews with major outlets such as The Today Show, People Magazine, The Daily Journal, and USA Today.. Deeply committed to her clients, Roslyn ensures they feel heard and supported throughout the legal process. She understands the unique challenges faced by individuals with public profiles and prioritizes protecting their privacy while securing the best outcomes for their families. Beyond legal strategy, Roslyn emphasizes compassion and understanding, recognizing the deep emotional stakes involved in family law matters. Her goal is not just to resolve disputes but to help clients navigate challenging transitions with dignity and care. This empathetic approach has earned her the trust of clients, leading to strong, long-lasting relationships, with many returning to her for counsel on post-judgment matters.. Roslyn also works extensively with international clients, leveraging her fluency in French to assist individuals navigating cross-border family law issues. Her ability to communicate in French has allowed her to serve a diverse, global clientele, addressing the complex legal challenges faced by international families in high-stakes custody disputes, divorce settlements, and asset divisions.. A leader in her field, Roslyn founded and served as president of the Southern California Family Law Inn of Court, where she has mentored young lawyers and fostered collaboration among legal professionals. She is also deeply involved in bar associations, including leadership roles within the Los Angeles County Bar Association's Family Law Section and active participation in key committees such as the Legislative Committee and the Task Force on Child Custody Evaluations.. In addition to her work with the Los Angeles County Bar Association, Roslyn has played key roles within the Beverly Hills Bar Association, where she has chaired major committees and organized flagship events. Her leadership and dedication to the legal field have earned her multiple awards, reflecting her lasting impact on the family law community.

Robert J. Girard II is a founding partner of Girard Bengali, APC, and has more than 16 years of experience in the areas of securities litigation, arbitration and employment disputes.  As a result of his experience, dedication and skill, Mr. Girard has built a reputation as a fierce and effective advocate for his clients.  Pragmatic and incisive, Mr. Girard approaches each case with a keen eye toward meeting his clients’ needs and exceeding their expectations.. Mr. Girard applies his tenacity to each case, with demonstrated results.  Mr. Girard has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his investor clients from some of the biggest Wall Street brokerages.  As part of his success as a trial lawyer, Mr. Girard has extensive experience with claims unique to the securities industry, such as unsuitable recommendations, unauthorized trading and proprietary product failures, and a broad range of financial and investment products, including stocks, bonds, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), private placements, mutual funds, hedge funds, variable annuities, derivatives, and commodities.. Before law school, Mr. Girard first completed his undergraduate education at the University of Maryland, College Park, in 1996. He then went on to attend the Seton Hall University School of Law, from where he graduated cum laude with his Juris Doctor in 2001. He was admitted to practice law in California in 2001. Following law school, Mr. Girard worked at two major law firms in Los Angeles, specializing in securities arbitration and litigation. His skill and determination have allowed him to build a reputation as a dedicated and fierce representative of his clients' interests.. From 2015 through 2018, Mr. Girard was named to the Southern California Super Lawyers list, and for three consecutive years (2012-2014), he was selected to the Southern California Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers Magazine, a designation earned by less than 2.5% of attorneys under the age of forty.. Dedicated to his profession, Mr. Girard is actively involved in multiple legal organizations. His memberships include the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association (PIABA), Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA), the American Bar Association and the Italian American Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, among others.

Robert Gianelli is a highly respected attorney in California. He has been appointed lead counsel on a number of high profile insurance cases, and has been chosen as a Finalist for the 2001 Consumer Attorney of the Year, for his legal work in a senior annuity class action case. He is also a Contributing Editor to the Rutter Group California Practice Guide Insurance Litigation, and is an adjuct professor for insurance law at Whittier Law School and La Verne University School of Law. He is a graduate of UCLA, and Southerwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles. Attorney Gianelli has a track record of success in insurance law. If you are having to fight your insurance company for the claim your rightfully deserve, contact Attorney Gianelli today!

Results. Not Promises.

Randall Miller has 29 years' litigation experience focusing on defending professionals, corporations, directors and officers and insurers. With extensive trial experience in state and federal courts, he has handled legal malpractice cases with matters arising out of intellectual property, patent, bankruptcy, class action, family law, personal injury, products liability, and trusts and estates, and virtually every form of commercial transaction. He has been retained by law firms ranging from sole practitioners to multi-national firms, and represents financial professionals and businesses in matters ranging from suitability and selling away to churning and breach of fiduciary duty. He has broad appellate experience, with 10 published State and Federal decisions and numerous non-published opinions. He regularly handles private and industry arbitrations, as well as attorney ethics counseling, fee disputes and arbitrations, risk management, insurance coverage and underwriting, and claim monitoring.

R.J. Manuelian is a highly regarded criminal defense attorney with a prominent presence in the legal community and media. Serving as a speaker, consultant, and legal professional, he frequently appears as a commentator on leading media platforms, including FOX News, CNN, and MSNBC, among others. R.J. has lent his unique legal skills to high-profile cases involving figures like Lindsay Lohan, Senator John Edwards, Dr. Conrad Murray, and Casey Anthony. His legal commentary covers a wide array of notable cases, including those of Amanda Knox, George Zimmerman, and Bill Cosby. Named a Rising Star by Southern California Super Lawyers from 2007 to 2011 and a Super Lawyer from 2013 onwards, R.J. consistently stands out in his field. He is also recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Lawyer since 2013. Based in downtown Los Angeles at the OUE Tower, his firm extends its reach with satellite offices in Boston and Washington D.C., providing criminal defense services nationwide.

Practicing law with the mindset of being a fantastic litigator while remaining an even better human being.

Peter C Huang is an Associate at ADLI Law Group. His practice primarily focuses on Patent Procurement and Litigation. With over six years of experience in the legal profession, Mr. Huang utilizes skills and knowledge to advise and assist clients in all aspects of patent law, including patent acquisition, litigations, opinions, clearances, due diligences, licensing, interference practice, and oppositions.. Prior to joining ADLI Law Group, Mr. Huang was an Associate at Partners Law Group, Inc. (Formerly affiliated with Silicon Edge Law Group, LLP) in Santa Monica, where he drafted and prosecuted patent applications in the fields of computer and electrical and mechanical arts, and counseled clients on patent practice, drafted motions and pleadings, including discovery, provided prior art searches and due diligence opinions, write IP-related agreements, and prosecute U.S. trademark applications, including trademark search and clearance, infringement opinions and oppositions.. Mr. Huang graduated from University of British Columbia with a Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering and obtained his Juris Doctor degree from University of Southern California, Gould School of Law. Mr. Huang is committed to helping clients and providing them efficient and effective service and representation.

Paula Pendley is an associate in the Los Angeles office of Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young LLP, where her practice focuses on Products Liability, Contracts, Premises Liability, and Toxic Tort and Environmental litigation. In addition, Paula has experience representing and advising entertainment companies and producers on a variety of matters, including copyright and breach of contract issues, as well has negotiating clearances, talent agreements, option agreements, shopping agreements, and other production-related matters.. While completing her Juris Doctorate at Pepperdine University School of Law, Paula served as judicial extern for the Honorable Lawrence Mira of the Malibu Superior Court. She also worked for the California Attorney General’s office in its Employment, Regulations, and Administrations division. While earning her Juris Doctorate, she attended the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution where she completed her Certificate in Dispute Resolution and assisted in the publication of the article “Arbitration: The ‘New Litigation’” and the book “Mediators Acting as Arbitrators.”

Patrick L. Gomez is a former prosecutor and a current litigation attorney who has served as a Deputy District Attorney in both Kern and Riverside Counties. As a prosecutor, Mr. Gomez assisted in the prosecution of both misdemeanor and felony cases and has taken multiple cases to trial.. As a former prosecutor, Mr. Gomez has valuable insight as to how the prosecution will attempt to prove their case beyond a reasonable doubt. With this experience and knowledge, Mr. Gomez is able to spot the strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution’s case. He is a fierce advocate and will use his experience to break down the prosecution’s case.. Some examples of the crimes that Mr. Gomez has assisted in prosecuting include but are not limited to: Drug Possession, Sale of Drugs, Driving under the Influence, Domestic Violence, Criminal Threats, Violation of a Court Order, Assault, Battery, Vehicular Homicide, Stalking, Trespassing, Prostitution, Animal Cruelty, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Resisting Arrest, Providing False ID to a Police Officer, Vandalism, Hit and Run, and Driving or Taking a Vehicle without Consent.. EDUCATION. Mr. Gomez earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Marymount California University. He continued his education and went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Trinity Law School, where he received multiple awards for achieving the highest grade in his classes and was selected to the Moot Court team. Subsequently, Mr. Gomez earned a master’s degree of Legal Studies in Criminal Justice where he graduated Cum Laude as well as a master’s degree of Legal Studies in Alternative Dispute Resolution.