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Jennifer Schulz joined Ravid Law Group as an Associate in 2011. Ms. Schulz represents various public and private companies including major developers and national tenants throughout the United States and Canada. Her practice includes negotiating and documenting various types of real estate transactions, including drafting and negotiating retail, office, and industrial leases on behalf of both landlords and tenants. Ms. Schulz also represents purchasers and sellers in purchase and sale transactions for real estate properties throughout the country.. Ms. Schulz is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association Real Property Section, where she serves on the Commercial Development and Leasing Subsection Steering Committee, and is also a member of the International Council of Shopping Centers. Ms. Schulz received her J.D. from Loyola Law School, where she was Executive Editor of the Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review and a member of the St. Thomas More Law Honor Society, Order of the Coif, and the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. While in law school, Ms. Schulz also served as a judicial extern for the Honorable R. Gary Klausner of the United States District Court, Central District of California. She earned a B.S. in Architecture at the University of Virginia in 2004.. In addition to the articles listed below, Ms. Schulz’s publications include: Arbitrating Arbitrability: How the U.S. Supreme Court Empowered the Arbitrator at the Expense of the Judge and the Average Joe, 44 Loy. L.A. L. Rev. 1269 (2011).

Jeffrey Huron’s practice focuses on business, real estate and entertainment litigation, as well as civil appeals.  With over 25 years of litigation experience, he has won numerous high-stakes trials, arbitrations and appeals. Law & Politics has named Mr. Huron a Southern California Super Lawyer in Business Litigation for the past 5 years, and Martindale-Hubbell has given Mr. Huron its highest AV Preeminent rating since 1997.. Mr. Huron has written several published legal articles, including an antitrust article cited by the U.S. Supreme Court. He earned a J.D. from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where he served as Note Editor of the Pacific Law Journal. He received a B.A. in History and Political Science from Marquette University.

Jeff Love is a partner with Gibbs Giden Locher Turner Senet & Wittbrodt LLP. His practice encompasses all facets of real estate transactions, including drafting and negotiating purchase, sale, syndication, and financing transactions in connection with commercial, industrial, and residential assets. He also regularly drafts and negotiates office, retail, and industrial leases for regional landlords and tenants throughout the West Coast. Mr. Love has extensive experience drafting, negotiating, and reviewing real estate loan documents, including originations, modifications, note purchase agreements and other finance-related transactions from structuring through loan closing. He is a licensed real estate broker in the State of California.. Mr. Love also has significant experience in representing clients in a wide range of corporate transactions, including private securities offerings of debt and equity, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance matters, federal and state securities laws, and asset-based lending and borrowing. He frequently serves as outside general counsel to a variety of businesses, advising on joint ventures, strategic alliances, partnership arrangements, entity formation, and general contract preparation.. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Love served as general counsel in the private sector, providing him valuable insights into client needs and expectations. Such experience enables Mr. Love to advise his clients on relevant legal issues and balance business considerations to result in effective, but cost-efficient representation while also creating and maintaining positive working relationships with all parties

JACOB K. GEORGE has succeeded in obtaining impressive recoveries for his clients, resulting in multimillion-dollar results in complex legal actions. Jacob's intelligent and committed approach to the law has earned him recognition and respect among his peers in the legal community. As a trial lawyer, he has obtained seven figure results. He represents plaintiffs in such areas as business litigation, products liability, personal injury and wrongful death. Jacob has successfully handled a wide variety of complex cases, ranging from corporate fraud to defective products causing life-altering injuries. He also succeeded on behalf of victims in an amusement park lawsuit. Plaintiffs, who were treated improperly on the basis of their race, were awarded $5.7 million in a settlement before trial.. Jacob is an active member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Jacob has played a leadership role in the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA), a statewide organization dedicated to maintaining high standards and practices in the field of trial work and the representation of plaintiffs.. Jacob is a graduate of the University of California at Los Angeles, (B.A., 1993) and the University of California at Berkeley, (M.A., 1996). Jacob received his law degree from Loyola Law School (1999) and was a member of the Loyola Law School Moot Court Competition Teams. Jacob began his legal career at Greene Broillet Taylor Wheeler & Panish, a plaintiff's trial law firm representing people seriously injured in an accident or by a business relationship in California and across the United States. With this experience at GBTWP Jacob has continued in his commitment to maximizing compensation for people who have been hurt by defective products, unsafe cars, tires and drugs, dangerous workplaces and business fraud. His experience covers a full range of personal injury, business torts and litigation matter including class action lawsuits.. Jacob is actively involved in youth sports and community basketball programs. He is a member of the Los Angeles Orthodox Church, where he has sat a member of the committee for the Church and has been instrumental in fund raising to help charitable causes locally and internationally. He and his wife Dr. Sajini George support a variety of community causes including music, the arts and a Cancer fund for the destitute in rural India.

Jacob I. Mojarro is an Associate Attorney at ADLI Law Group.. Mr. Mojarro's practice focuses on commercial and corporate transactions and business litigation. He assists clients in all aspects of their business including, business formation, start-up agreements, contract drafting and review, negotiations, real estate disputes, and employment law. Mr. Mojarro is dedicated to delivering expert representation through industry-specific knowledge, ethical business principles and is committed to efficient outcomes for his clients.. Before joining ADLI Law Group, Mr. Mojarro was the Managing Shareholder at Mojarro Law, P.C., where he practiced business, real estate, and employment law. While there, he built a reputation among realtor boards and chamber of commerce by handling business and real estate disputes arising from breaches in purchase contracts or leases and single-handedly developed detailed litigation and discovery strategies for over 50 cases, prepared and organized evidence and exhibits to be utilized in court hearings and trials, and handled over 15 trials and arbitrations. and exhibits to be utilized in court hearings and trials, and handled over 15 trials and arbitrations.. Mr. Mojarro earned his Juris Doctor from Loyola Marymount University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the University of California-UCLA. He is fluent in Spanish and English and serves the Spanish-speaking community as well as minority small business owners, small commercial property landlords and provides Pro Bono Consultations to local entrepreneurs and small businesses.. Areas of Practice:. Real Estate Litigation and CounselingBusiness Litigation and CounselingConstruction Litigation and CounselingCommercial TransactionsCorporate and Business TransactionsRegulatory Compliance. Bar Admissions:. California, 2012. Education:. Loyola Marymount University, Juris Doctor, 2011UCLA – Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy,2004UCLA Extension. Post-Graduate Professional Courses: Real Estate Investment Analysis; Real Estate Law, 2006. Languages:. EnglishSpanish

In 1991 Attorney David A. Schechet established his private practice, the Law Office of David Schechet. Located in Los Angeles, CA, Attorney Schechet has more than 30 years of legal experience. Knowledgeable in many areas of law, Attorney Schechet offers legal help and representation in a wide variety of matters, including estate planning and probate, estate administration, business disputes, mediation and arbitration, and real estate transactions. Representing individuals, families, and businesses throughout the state of California, Attorney David A. Schechet offers potential clients a free consultation. To speak with Attorney Schechet, visit his website or call .

I started my law practice as an immigration lawyer, partnering with an old-timer who was an immigration specialist. Since most clients were new to the US, they needed advice on various legal issues. Consequently, I had to learn and practice business, civil, family, and estate planning laws and procedures in order to accomodate my clients' needs. Multi-area practice is definitely more demanding, but at the same time, more interesting.

I specialize in estate and trust planning, with an emphasis on tax planning for strategic wealth transfers. In addition, I provide legal and tax advice to owners of small businesses and rental properties who would benefit for transferrring their interests into limited liability business entities in a manner that will protect their personal assets and avoid triggering an increase in their property taxes. I take great personal satisfaction from earning the trust of each and every one of my clients.

I represent businesses of all sizes and individuals in federal and state litigation, appellate, administrative, and arbitration matters. These matters fall generally within the realms of business, real estate, IP, entertainment, and insurance coverage. I help clients achieve their objectives through creative, proactive, efficient, and ethical representation.. Areas of practice:Trials, appeals, arbitration, mediationBreach of contractFraudUnfair competitionTrade secretsReal EstateIP / Domain name disputesPrivacy/Data BreachEntertainmentInsurance coverage. Any and all endorsements appearing below do not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

I lead the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Real Estate Branch, which is responsible for advising the elected officials, staff and departments that comprise the City of Los Angeles on all matters involving land use, planning, real estate and housing. The Real Estate Branch focuses on all homelessness-related issues, working closely with those responsible for implementing the Mayor's plan to address this crisis via the Inside Safe Initiative and other City-led projects to decrease homelessness.

I help clients achieve their real estate goals.  I am a partner in my firm’s real estate department, and my practice focuses on the leasing of office, retail and industrial properties, including “green” leasing and cell site leasing, for a wide variety of landlord and tenant clients.  In addition, I regularly assist institutional landlords in their ongoing management of office projects and retail shopping centers, and have lectured on a variety of leasing topics, including guest lecturing for graduate students at USC.. I've represented a broad selection of institutional and entrepreneurial tenants, and I have extensive experience in representing landlords in their on-going leasing activity at projects totaling well over 10 million square feet of space, including a 2.65 million square foot office portfolio in Seattle and Bellevue, Washington, a 2.25 million square foot project in Century City, California, a 2.21 million square foot project in Chicago, Illinois, a 950,000 square foot project in Long Beach, California, and a 930,000 square foot project in San Francisco’s SoMa district.

I have been directly involved in many billions of dollars of real estate transactions as a senior executive of three national organizations, and a practicing attorney.  My clients rely on me for extraordinary, cost-effectiv service provided with the highest degree of professional excellence.  More detailed information and client testimonials can be found on my website ().

I handle business, employment, and real estate litigation cases for both plaintiffs and defendants.

I am an attorney specializing in lawsuit disputes, and bankruptcy. As both an MBA and a California Licensed Real Estate Broker, I hold specialized credentials that afford me a very comprehensive understanding of the complexities associated with real estate and business issues.. I have recent experience successfully taking business litigation cases to trial, successfully taking collection claims to trial, and saving many homes from foreclosure utilizing bankruptcy protection.. I have also been successful in settling personal injury claims and in negotiating several family law cases.. It has been my my privilege to gain a great deal of diverse experience. It is my goal to continue to provide my clients with unsurpassed excellence in advocacy.

I am a passionate advocate on behalf of my Employment Law clients. I have 28+ years experience and hold an AV-Preeeminent rating, the highest rating issued by Martindale-Hubbell. For several years, including 2020-21, I have been recognized as a SuperLawyer in Employment Law by Law & Politics Magazine.. I am an active member of the Santa Barbara County Bar Association, where I serve as the Labor & Employment Section Head. I regularly organize Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs to educate lawyers in the community on employment law issues and developments. I also belong to the the William L. Gordon Inn of Court and I am an Associate Member of the Santa Barbara Contractors Association.. I volunteer in various local philanthropic organizations, including VNA Health (formerly, Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care), where I serve on the Board of Trustees, Ethics and Audit Committees, as well as on the Animal Welfare Committee of the Santa Barbara Zoo. I formerly served on the Board of Trustees of Child Abuse Listening and Mediation (CALM).. When not practicing employment law, I play tennis in the Montecito Mafia and as a member the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. I am also passionate about music (I play drums and piano), cooking and chess. I enjoy spending time with my family and pets and following my daughter's accomplishments as a rising hunter jumper equestrian.

I am a Los Angeles based real estate attorney who leads a team of real estate lawyers. I represent many types of clients ranging from businesses to high net worth individuals, landlords, tenants, real estate investors, developers, and more.  I enjoy litigating real estate disputes all throughout Southern California.  Some of my recent accomplishments include:. ·      $4.618 million fraud judgment against a real estate developer, attorney and construction company;. ·      A jury verdict resulting in $2.5 million payment to my client;. ·      A successful resolution of a specific performance case without settlement or trial while recovering all of my client's attorneys' fees;. ·      A jury verdict in favor all five of my clients in a multiparty real estate litigation;. ·      Successfully defeating a judgment debtor's attempt to dispose of a judgment through bankruptcy;. ·      A complete defense verdict (12-0) on all claims after a lengthy jury trial involving the sale of an airplane;. ·      An arbitration award in favor of my clients being sued for alleged failure to disclosure in connection with real property with no money awarded to the claimant; and. ·      Numerous large settlements for my clients.

I am a kayaker and a rower.  My kayak trips have included several to and from Catalina and the Channel Islands.  There is nothing like a couple of hours on the ocean to clear your mind.  It is amazing how often solutions to thorny problems arrive while paddling.

Having effectively represented hundreds of probate, trusts, and estate matters, Shawn S. Kerendian went on to become the founder and Principal of Keystone Law Group, P.C., a multi-attorney law firm focused exclusively in probate, trust and estate law. Having litigated cases from inception to completion by either settlement or trial, Shawn knows what it takes to obtain the results his clients need. Having demonstrated his experience, knowledge and education in this field of law, the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization, certified Shawn as a specialist in "Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law." Shawn is a member of the Trusts & Estates and Litigation sections of the State Bar of California and the Los Angeles County Bar Association. When he is not working, Shawn spends his free time playing basketball and hanging out with his wife and pets.

Gregory M. Salvato   is a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law and the founding member of Salvato Law Offices, a litigation and bankruptcy firm located in downtown Los Angeles and Orange County, California, specializing in creditor rights and business litigation.. Mr. Salvato has litigated matters in the Bankruptcy or Federal District Courts in Arizona, Coloado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, and Texas, and before the California Superior Courts, Courts of Appeal, Bankruptcy Appellate Panel and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.. He has been a Bankruptcy Specialist since 2002, certified by the California Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of California and is Board Certified in Business Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification.  Mr. Salvato  is the former chair of the Bankruptcy Law Advisory Commission of the State Bar of California. He is Martindale-Hubbell A-V rated, and Los Angeles Magazine named him a "Southern California Super Lawyer" from 2004 through 2020.. Mr. Salvato is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association’s sections on Commercial Law and Bankruptcy, Litigation, and Remedies (Chair, 2002-2003), the Italian American Lawyers Association (President 2019, Board of Trustees), Association of Business Trial Lawyers, Los Angeles Bankruptcy Forum, Orange County Bankruptcy Forum,  California Bankruptcy Forum, Financial Lawyers Conference, American Bankruptcy Institute, and American Bar Association.. He received his B.A. magna cum laude in 1976 from Claremont McKenna College in Claremont, California, and his J.D. in 1986 from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, California, where he was the Chief Articles Editor of the Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review.. Published cases include:  In re Amwest Ins. Group, Inc. (L. Tim Wagner, Liquidator v. Amwest Ins. Group), 285 B.R. 447 (Bankr. C.D. Cal. 2002); In re First T.D. & Investments, Inc. (Neilson v. Chang),  253 F. 3d 520 (9th Cir. 2001); In re First T.D. & Investments, Inc. (Neilson v. Chang), 218 B.R. 92 (Bankr. C.D. Cal. 1999), In re Cobe (Smith v. Cobe), 229 B.R. 15 (BAP 9th Cir. 1998); In re Colonial Realty Company (Colonial Realty Co. v. River Bank America), 122 B.R. 1 (Bankr. D. Conn. 1990); In re Peregrine Entertainment Group (National Peregrine, Inc. v. Capitol Federal Savings), 116 B.R. 194 (Bankr. C.D. Cal. 1990).

Glenn T. Sherman has been involved in transactions throughout the United States, including Arizona, California, Illinois, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, Texas and Washington. Although he handles all aspects of a commercial real estate practice, Mr. Sherman has extensive experience in construction and development, purchases and sales and leasing. The various construction contracts which he has prepared and/or negotiated in the recent past has varied based upon the size of the project and the scope of the work, including (i) demolition of existing buildings and ground-up construction, both in free-standing properties as well as within an operating shopping center; (ii) remodeling and expansion of existing buildings; (iii) leasehold improvements within existing buildings; (iv) small projects (such as construction and installation of fountains and other common area upgrades and improvements).. The forms of construction contracts include:. The contracts have been primarily based on a fixed fee price structure, but we have also done cost-plus with a guaranteed maximum.  The AIA forms have been substantially revised from the standard form and include an addendum supplementing the AIA forms.  Because contractors are oftentimes more comfortable using the standardized AIA forms, even though they are significantly revised, we have generally opted to use those forms.  However, on smaller projects, those forms can be unwieldy, and a simpler manuscript form has been desired by some of our clients.  These construction projects invariably require due diligence to determine whether there are restrictions that would affect the project, such as those contained in CC&R’s, Leases, etc. (e.g., dark periods for alterations, listing adjacent owners as additional insureds, location of staging areas, where construction vehicles may be parked, where construction materials and equipment may be stored, etc.). In addition to the preparation of the construction contract, we also provide advice with respect to the process for paying contractors, subcontractors and materials suppliers, including coordination with lender construction disbursement protocols, lien waivers and releases, joint checks and the like.  When mechanic’s liens are filed, we deal with getting them released of record, whether by dealing directly with the lien claimant or the general contractor, bonding around such claims, negotiating settlement agreements and mechanic’s liens releases, etc. Our involvement in these projects also includes reviewing vendor contracts, revising terms and conditions that limit vendor liability (for example, the typical limitation of liability to the amount the vendor was paid), dealing with insurance coverages (including appropriate completed operations coverages available for owners and other additional insureds), liquidated damages for late completion, and a myriad of other customary protections on behalf of owners.. Mr. Sherman counsels clients in the purchase and sale of office buildings, shopping centers, industrial properties and apartment buildings. In addition, he handles various residential agreements and sales as well.  As to leasing, Mr. Sherman handles everything from big box retailers to small mom & pop spaces.  He creates standard form leases for use in various projects. By representing both landlords and tenants, he has a realistic understanding of the needs of each side of the transaction and uses that to resolve sticking points during a negotiation in a way that both parties can accept.

Geraldine A. Wyle’s practice focuses on the areas of complex litigation and dispute resolution concerning trusts and estates, conservatorships and guardianships, often involving fiduciary and inter-generational family controversies, as well as appellate law.. Ms. Wyle is responsible for significant California Supreme Court and Court of Appeal victories, including the seminal case of Estate of Goulet (1995) 10 Cal. 4th 1074, establishing that a trustee has standing to appeal an order concerning implementation of a trust’s no contest clause.  She has been the lead attorney in numerous  multi-faceted matters.  Ms. Wyle often heads a team of tax, administrative and transactional specialists, frequently resolving the disputes by settlement, employing creative solutions with tax-efficient strategies.. Ms. Wyle was recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2017 Litigation – Trusts and Estates “Lawyer of the Year” award winner in Los Angeles.  Since 2010, she has been selected by her peers every year for inclusion in the Best Lawyers in America editions.  Ms. Wyle has been awarded an AV Preeminent® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review, the highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards, and consistently named to the Southern California Super Lawyers list for more than 15 years.. Ms. Wyle has lectured for many professional groups, including the Continuing Education of the Bar of California, ACTEC, USC Probate and Trust Conference, the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Beverly Hills Bar Association, the San Fernando Valley Bar Association and the San Fernando Valley Estate Planning Council.. •    Los Angeles County Bar Association | Litigation Section •    Beverly Hills Bar Association | Trusts and Estate Section | Chair, Executive Committee |1998-1999, 2000-2001 | Distinguished Service Award | 2002•    Beverly Hills Bar Foundation | Board of Directors and Past President | 2008-2010•    American College of Trust and Estate Counsel | Fellow

George M. Hill has represented and associated with representation of both plaintiffs and defendants in both state and federal court.  His practice areas include business law, including business formation, restructuring, mergers and acquisitions; securities compliance, including public offerings and private placements; entertainment law, including contract drafting, negotiation and disputes; family law, including divorce and custody disputes; real estate law, commercial and residential; criminal law; and general civil litigation.. George is a graduate of Stanford University and Loyola Law School-Los Angeles.  In law school, he participated in the Non Profit Tax and Transactions Clinic, Judge Stephan O'Neil Trial Advocacy Program and served two terms as a Summer Associate with Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell, LLP.. George was co-founder of an internet-based consumer goods importer, retailer, and wholesaler, where he managed overall operations, including supplier purchasing and importation, inventory catalog, customer service, marketing, and product research.. George is a member of the State Bar of California, United States District Court (Central District), John M. Langston Bar Association, Los Angeles County Bar Association, Beverly Hills Bar Association American Bar Association (Business Law Section), and the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA).. AREA OF PRACTICE:. Business Law. Securities Regulation Compliance. Entertainment Law. Real Estate Law (Commercial & Residential). Criminal Law. Civil Litigation. Family Law. EDUCATION:. Loyola Law School– Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, 2009, Juris Doctor. Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA, 2006, B.A.—Political Science. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS:. State Bar of California. Member. United States District Court—Central District of California. Member. John M. Langston Bar Association. Member. Los Angeles County Bar Association. Member—Solo Practice Section. Beverly Hills Bar Association. Member. Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles. Member

Garen is an Associate at Hoffman, Sabban & Watenmaker, APC. His practice is focused in all phases of probate law and litigation, including trusts, probate estates and conservatorships.

Fred F. Mashian is the founder and Principal of The Law Offices of Fred F. Mashian. Mr. Mashian founded the firm in 1993. He has over 20 years of experience providing complex estate planning and probate services for his clients. Mr. Mashian’s scope of practice includes Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Probate, Business Formation and Succession Planning, Asset Protection, and Charitable Planning. Mr. Mashian’s extensive knowledge in these areas allow to him to properly guide and counsel his clients on various wealth preservation strategies.. Education:. Boston University School of Law – LL.M., Masters of Law, Tax Law. Southwestern Law School – Juris Doctor. Pepperdine University – Bachelor of Arts. Professional Associations and Memberships:. Admitted to State Bar of California in 1993 (Member, Trusts and Estates Section and Taxation Section). Beverly Hills Bar Association (Member, Estate Planning and Probate Section). Beverly Hills Estate Planning Council. Mr. Mashian is fluent in both English and Farsi.

For more than 30 years, attorney William Dickerman has successfully represented plaintiffs and defendants in a wide variety of business and real estate disputes, as well as other areas of civil litigation. A skilled and aggressive trial lawyer, he received the “AV” Peer Review Rating, the highest rating by fellow attorneys for legal skill and professional ethics.. Overview of Credentials. Practice Areas: Business and General Civil Litigation. Admitted to State Bar: 1977, California. Law School: University of Southern California, J.D., 1977. College: University of California at Berkeley, B.A., 1973. Member: Los Angeles County Bar Association; State Bar of California. Biography: Member, University of Southern California Law Review, 1975-1977. Law Clerk to U.S. District Judge Howard B. Turrentine, Southern District of California, 1977-1978. Judge Pro Tem, Los Angeles County Small Claims Court. Civil and Attorney Fees Arbitrator, Los Angeles County Bar Association.. William Dickerman was transplanted from New York to Los Angeles at a young age. He graduated from the University of California at Berkeley with a B.A. in History in 1973. He delayed his law school attendance for a year while he got valuable work experience as a flight steward for Pan American World Airways (“Pan Am”), volunteered on the staff of a U.S. congressman, and travelled in Asia.. Mr. Dickerman then attended the University of Southern California Law Center, serving on the prestigious Law Review and as student Director and Prosecutor in the university-wide judicial system. Upon graduating with a J.D. degree in 1977, Mr. Dickerman accepted the coveted position of Judicial Law Clerk to U.S. District Judge Howard B. Turrentine. After that one-year appointment, Mr. Dickerman travelled extensively, then began his practice of law in earnest.. His first job was as an associate at the boutique firm Leopold, Petrich & Smith, where he got solid grounding in litigation involving literary properties, television, and movies. He then worked at Gelfand & Hinojosa, where he obtained trial and general litigation experience in a broad array of business, commercial, real estate, and other disputes. Mr. Dickerman’s final move, before opening his own firm, was to Antin, Magasinn, Stern, Litz & Grebow, where he broadened his civil litigation experience.. In 1990, Mr. Dickerman formed Dickerman & Associates in order to deliver exceptional services at a reasonable cost, and to exceed clients’ expectations regarding personal integrity, trust, and communications. If the number of long-term clients, client referrals, and testimonials he has received is any indication, the firm has been meeting its goals.. Public service has always been one of Mr. Dickerman’s key concerns. He has served the community as a Small Claims Court judge; an arbitrator in civil and attorney fees disputes; a court mediator in landlord/tenant cases; a lecturer in Continuing Legal Education; a board member of the State Bar’s California Young Lawyers Association; a member of a State Bar executive committee; and a Moot Court judge for law schools.. Mr. Dickerman lives with his wife and children in Los Angeles. His interests include reading history and biography; hiking and camping; many outdoor sports; and classical and bluegrass music.