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Mr. Mazgani practices in the firm’s Environmental Law Department. In that capacity, Mr. Mazgani has been involved in numerous civil, criminal and regulatory environmental matters involving soil and groundwater contamination, toxic torts, CERCLA, and a wide array of State and Federal regulatory schemes. Mr. Mazgani regularly appears in both federal and state courts and works closely with representatives of a number of environmental regulatory agencies, including the Regional Water Quality Control Boards and the Department of Toxic Substances Control, on behalf of the firm’s clients.. Mr. Mazgani’s experience with CERCLA litigation and its California counterpart, the Hazardous Substances Account Act (HSAA), includes representing numerous corporate clients in multi-party CERCLA cost recovery and contribution actions, overseeing and directing investigations to identify Potentially Responsible Parties (PRPs), working closely with litigation consultants to develop fate and transport models, advising both private corporations and public entities with respect to National Contingency Plan (NCP) compliance, advising hazardous waste generators with respect to “arranger” liability, advising clients with respect to de minimis CERCLA settlements and assisting clients in responding to requests for information from U.S. EPA.. Mr. Mazgani’s expertise also extends to the defense of complex toxic tort litigation matters. Mr. Mazgani has successfully defended both private corporations and public entities against lawsuits alleging exposures to hazardous materials present in indoor air by reason of vapor intrusion and the ingestion of contaminated drinking water. Mr. Mazgani’s representations include the successful defense of governmental entities in a high profile toxic tort matter brought by over 1,000 former residents of a publicly owned low-income housing complex in which our firm obtained a complete dismissal on behalf of the governmental entities following extensive expert discovery, depositions and successful motions to exclude the testimony of plaintiffs’ experts.. Mr. Mazgani’s environmental expertise also extends to non-litigation environmental matters. Mr. Mazgani routinely advises the firm’s clients with respect to environmental due diligence, environmental reporting and disclosure obligations, permit transfers, warranties and representations in transactions involving the purchases and sales of businesses, transfers of real property, commercial leases and indemnity agreements.. Mr. Mazgani’s environmental expertise also extends to advising clients in relation to Brownfield developments, responding to cleanup and abatement orders, obtaining no further action letters, complying with notice and disclosure requirements, prosecuting insurance claims involving environmental liabilities and the appointment of Cumis counsel, advising clients with respect to Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations and prosecuting claims involving the UST Cleanup Fund.. Mr. Mazgani’s experience also extends to criminal prosecutions under environmental laws, including defending transporters being prosecuted for violations of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, defending property and business owners being prosecuted for the illegal storage and disposal of hazardous wastes, defending individual corporate officers alleged to have personal liability for environmental crimes and advising corporate clients in relation to grand jury subpoenas and investigations that may result in criminal liability.. In addition to his environmental litigation experience, as a member of the firm’s Litigation Group, Mr. Mazgani has also participated in a variety of business litigation matters involving breaches of contract, trade secrets, unfair competition, defamation, partnership disputes, commercial leases, construction defects, wrongful termination and class action defense.

Mr. Lee is a partner in the Los Angeles firm of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP.. Mr. Lee received a B.A. Degree in English Literature from UCLA in 1979, graduating magna cum laude.  He is a 1982 graduate of Boalt Hall School of Law, where he was Order of the Coif and Managing Editor of the Ecology Law Quarterly.  Mr. Lee served as a law clerk to the Honorable Roger Robb of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit during the 1982-83 term.. Mr. Lee joined Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP in August 1983 and has been a partner since 1988.  He has had substantial experience in civil and white collar criminal matters, focusing on complex commercial litigation matters and corporate internal investigations.. Mr. Lee has litigated a wide variety of complex litigation matters, including consumer class actions, False Claims Act litigation, and large commercial contract disputes.  Representative litigation matters that Mr. Lee has handled include:. •           Representing the General Electric Company in antitrust, RICO, and unfair competition lawsuits in California state and federal court. •           Representing GE Aircraft Engines in three related wrongful death actions arising from the November, 2004 crash of a China Eastern airplane in the People’s Republic of China. •           Defending Verizon and Verizon Wireless in California and New Jersey class action lawsuits alleging overcharges for telephone services and other billing irregularities. •           Defending Northrop Grumman, and other U.S. defense contractors in False Claims Act litigation and investigations by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. •           Representing world’s largest bicycle components manufacturer (Shimano, Inc.) in federal court litigation against an alleged infringer of U.S. patents. Mr. Lee has substantial experience in conducting internal investigations regarding possible violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and other laws.  Mr. Lee has conducted internal investigations into alleged FCPA and similar violations in Latin America (Mexico, Colombia and Brazil), Asia (Thailand, Indonesia, Taiwan, the Philippines, and China), Europe (England, Russia, Germany, and Spain), and the Middle East (Israel and the United Arab Emirates).  Mr. Lee has conducted investigations into other alleged violations of U.S. laws, including allegations of title reinsurance kickbacks, backdating of stock options, misuse of funds held by a California charitable trust, and alleged accounting irregularities at a large private university.  In connection with these investigations, Mr. Lee has represented companies in voluntary disclosures to, and negotiations with, the United States Department of Justice, the Securities & Exchange Commission, the California Attorney General, and the California Commissioner of Insurance.. Mr. Lee has counseled major U.S. companies on internal corporate controls and compliance issues and has drafted FCPA compliance programs for U.S. companies.  Mr. Lee has assisted GE and The Boeing Company in drafting procedures for conducting internal investigations.. Mr. Lee has argued cases before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the California Court of Appeal, and the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation.  Mr. Lee has tried cases in Los Angeles Superior Court and the United States District Court for the Central District of California.

Mr. Brandon Wyman was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA in a family of lawyers.  He attended Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. and law school at Loyola Law School, where he served as Editor-in-Chief of the Entertainment Law Review.  During law school, Mr. Wyman also worked as a law clerk for federal magistrate judge Hon. Victor Kenton (Ret.) and as a clerk at a renouned plaintiff's firm specializing in wrongful death and mass tort cases.  After passing the bar in 2011, Mr. Wyman worked as an attorney in the toxic tort and product liability departments in nationwide cases against corporate giants such as ConAgra and GlaxoSmith Kline.  Mr. Wyman then spent three years at defense firm Yoka & Smith, where he worked for Goodyear and Continental tire companies defending wrongful death and catastrophic injury product liability cases.  Mr. Wyman then spent the next few years branching out into elder abuse cases against hospice providers, elder care facilities, and skilled nursing homes, as well as litigating family law matters.  He now brings his extensive experience on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants, elders and families to his own law firm, Wyman Law Group, where he handles catastrophic injury, wrongful death, product defect, and business litigation cases as well as family law matters including divorces, custody battles and restraining orders.

Michael practices employment law. He has experience with complex class actions, private attorney general actions, and single-plaintiff actions. He also provides counsel and advice on compliance with state and federal employment law, severance agreements, and conducts internal investigations.

Megan A. Moghtaderi is a skilled estates and trusts attorney based in Offit Kurman's Los Angeles office, serving clients throughout Southern California. She provides a wide range of legal services in areas such as estates and trusts, wealth management and asset protection, estate administration, estates and trusts litigation, elder law and advocacy, and guardianships. A Certified Specialist by the State Bar of California in Trusts, Estates, & Probates, Megan focuses on advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, corporate institutions, professional athletes, and entertainers on estate planning strategies designed to protect and preserve generational wealth while minimizing litigation risks.. As a principal attorney in the firm's trusts and estates practice group, Megan is recognized for her advocacy in trust litigation involving significant assets, managing cases exceeding $100 million. She adeptly represents clients in fiduciary disputes, including issues related to probate, conservatorships, guardianships, and the planning and administration of digital assets. By developing strategies for managing digital assets, Megan helps clients in the technology sector seamlessly integrate these important assets into their estate plans.. Megan believes in a client-centered approach, prioritizing clear communication and personalized service. By taking the time to understand each client's unique goals, concerns, and family dynamics, she ensures that their estate plans reflect their values and intentions. Her empathetic demeanor fosters strong relationships, making clients feel supported and informed throughout the legal process.. With substantial experience in probate and trust litigation, fiduciary representation, and complex estate planning, Megan has drafted a wide range of estate planning documents and provided guidance to high-net-worth clients on tax implications and corporate formation matters.. Her dedication to public service and commitment to legal excellence have earned her numerous recognitions, including the AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, recognition as a Southern California Rising Star® from Super Lawyers, and inclusion in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.. Megan is a board member of the Orange County Bar Association Trusts and Estates Section and the Social Committe Chair. She is also a member of the Professional Fiduciary Association of California (PFAC) and St. Thomas More Society. She is also the proud Chair, Legacy Planning Society for Able ARTS Work, a non-profit that provides lifelong learning, community service and vocational opportunities through the creative arts for people of all abilities and all ages in an environment of warmth, encouragement and inclusion.. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Biola University and the Torrey Honors Institute and was recognized as the top percent of her graduating class. After receiving her undergraduate degree, she went onto Chapman University Fowler School of Law, earning her J.D. During law school, she worked as a Judicial Law Extern for the Honorable Kim. R. Hubbard in Probate at the Orange County Superior Court.

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Matthew P. Blair is a partner and co-founder of Blair & Ramirez LLP. Since 2011, Mr. Blair has focused his legal practice on handling large and complex personal injury and employment law cases on behalf of those injured as a result of the negligence of another and employees.. Mr. Blair has recovered millions in compensation for his clients representing them in numerous high-profile, high-stakes cases involving large publicly traded companies, including a wide variety of personal injury cases, including car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, wrongful death, brain injury, spinal cord injuries and neck and back injuries. Mr. Blair has also achieved notable success advocating on behalf of employees who experienced an injustice at work or were subjected to illegal employment practices, including: wrongful termination, sexual harassment, discrimination and harassment, disability discrimination, Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) claims, unpaid wages, meal and rest break violations, Private Attorney General Act cases and employment law class actions.. Mr. Blair has been recognized for his advocacy by The National Trial Lawyers who named Mr. Blair one of the “Top 40 under 40” in 2015, 2017 and 2019. Mr. Blair has also been recognized Super Lawyers as a “Rising Star” since 2014, AVVO 10/10, Lead Counsel rated for Personal Injury and Labor and Employment Law and holds an AV Preeminent Peer Review rating from Martindale-Hubbell. His professional affiliations include serving as a fellow with the Riordan Leadership Institute and being an active member of the Consumer Attorneys of California, the California Employment Lawyers Association and the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College.Mr. Blair is a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles, Mr. Blair attended Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, where he obtained his Juris Doctor. In addition to practicing before all of California's state courts, he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.. With offices in Los Angeles and Orange County (Irvine), Blair & Ramirez LLP handles cases throughout California. The attorneys at Blair & Ramirez LLP are highly experienced in litigating and trying personal injury and employment law cases and are focused both on providing personal attention to clients and most importantly getting results. Unlike many other law firms, we do not believe in settling cases for less and we will take your case all the way to trial if necessary. We are known for our dedicated attention to each and every case. For a free consultation, call (213) 3568-4000.

Matthew Eandi is a problem-solver and advisor who deploys creative and cost-effective strategies to assist his clients in building their endeavors and resolving disputes along the way.. As a litigator, Mr. Eandi has diverse experience spanning several practice areas, including:. Commercial LitigationEmployment and LaborIntellectual PropertyBankruptcy, Insolvency and ReceivershipsSecured Assets and FinancingCorporate Fraud and EmbezzlementReal Property and LeasesConstructionMr. Eandi represents clients in matters throughout California in state, federal and bankruptcy courts, and private arbitrations and mediations. His experience has also come to include several complex multi-jurisdictional cases across the United States and internationally, in addition to appeals before the California Court of Appeal and Ninth Circuit.. Mr. Eandi was selected by Super Lawyers for the past four consecutive years as a Southern California Rising Star. Only 2.5% of Southern California lawyers are selected by Super Lawyers, having attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. In recognition of his service to underserved and at-risk communities, Mr. Eandi received the Distinguished Service Award from the University of Miami School of Law in February 2016.. As a Los Angeles-native, Mr. Eandi is passionate about the growth and development of the City of Los Angeles and the economy of the State of California. In his free time, Mr. Eandi is a disciplined runner, having completed three L.A. Marathons. He enjoys backpacking, skiing and is also an avid marine aquarist, photographer, and mediocre music producer. Since 2012, Mr. Eandi has volunteered as a founding member and served three consecutive terms as Chair of the Board of Trustees of Resolute Academy Charter School—a free public charter middle school in the Watts community of Los Angeles.

Matthew Cohen is a highly skilled and experienced attorney in the area of DUI and criminal defense. Matthew has over a decade of experience in Southern California courts where he has established great relationships with prosecutors and judges alike. He has a reputation as an aggressive and well-respected criminal defense attorney with a long history of success.In his ten plus years of experience in criminal defense, Matthew has represented thousands of clients in felony and misdemeanor cases throughout southern California. Matthew is dedicated to all of his clients and works constantly to receive the results that his clients deserve. Matthew also gives all of his clients his personal cell phone number to ensure that they receive the attention that they need.. Matthew reunited with attorney Daniel Perlman, who he worked for years ago, after spending over seven years at The Law Offices of Hart J. Levin, specializing in criminal and DUI defense. Matthew, who lives with his family in the La Crescenta area, earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Binghamton University in New York, and his law degree locally from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Matthew utilizes his expertise to vigorously defend and protect every individual that he represents.

Matt is the Managing Shareholder at Eanet, PC and manages a diverse case load that includes employment litigation, real estate litigation, and complex commercial litigation involving all types of business disputes such as fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, and fraudulent transfers. With a background that includes extensive trial experience, including tenure as a military prosecutor and significant private practice exposure with an established national firm, Matt applies a proven track record for securing successful outcomes to every phase of litigation, from pre-trial counseling to aggressive advocacy at trial.. Before forming Eanet, PC, Matt was an attorney at Reeder Lu LLP, a Los Angeles-based real estate litigation firm and a managing partner at Eanet McCreary, LLP. Prior to taking on that role, Matt served as a Deputy City Attorney for the City of Los Angeles, where he brought over 20 trials to verdict and was selected to serve in a highly selective City Attorney civil litigation program for troubled real property. Matt began his legal career with Manatt, Phelps and Phillips, LLP, the top-tier national law firm that recruited him out of law school.. Matt was named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers (Southern California) in 2013 and selected to Super Lawyers (Southern California) for the years 2015, 2016 and 2017. Matt was also honored by Pasadena Magazine as a "Top Attorney" in 2016.. From 2001 to 2014, Matt served in the U.S. Army Reserves–first as a Bridge Crewmember (Combat Engineer) and most recently as a Judge Advocate General (JAG). From 2008 to 2009, Matt was deployed to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, where he was awarded the Bronze Star. In addition to his criminal and civil litigation experience, Matt has handled numerous adverse administrative personnel actions and courts martial.  Matt serves as an Arbitrator for the Los Angeles County Bar Association Attorney Client Fee Arbitration Service.. Matt obtained his J.D. from the George Washington University School of Law, where he served as an editor on the George Washington Law Review and graduated with honors.

MaryBeth Heydt has over twenty-five years of in-house, AmLaw100 law firm and Fortune 50 business advisory experience representing and advising commercial real estate investors and developers, lenders, borrowers, and public agency clients.. MaryBeth's practice focuses on a broad range of commercial real estate transactions. MaryBeth's transactional experience includes a wide variety of product types including, multifamily, industrial, retail, office, hospitality, sale/leaseback, gas stations, convenience stores, quick-service restaurants, agriculture, and gaming. On the commercial and corporate side, MaryBeth has extensive experience advising and representing clients in matters involving real estate acquisitions, dispositions, development, leasing, construction, land use/zoning, planning, condemnation, environmental, and property management. Ms. Heydt also has experience advising clients in business entity formation and governance. On the finance side, MaryBeth advises and represents lenders in loan originations, modifications, refinancing, workout, foreclosure, and lender liability actions.. Prior to joining DTO Law, MaryBeth practiced at Lewis Brisbois in their commercial real estate, public agency, commercial finance, and banking practice groups. MaryBeth also served as an internal commercial real estate workout and lending advisor to one of the largest banks in the United States. MaryBeth spent ten years as in-house counsel to commercial real estate investors and developers with assets across the U.S. MaryBeth has also served in the public sector as a Judicial Law Clerk to Judge Ronald Sohigian and Judge John H. Major for the Los Angeles Superior Court and as a legal extern for the Natural Resources Defense Council, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and Los Angeles City Attorney Land Use Division. Additionally, she has litigated high profile cases such as the Northridge Meadows Apartment collapse matter.. MaryBeth also holds a Master of Planning degree from the University of Southern California.. When MaryBeth is not closing deals, you will find her traveling (twenty-six countries and counting), watching Wisconsin Badger and Southern Cal Trojan football, mentoring college and graduate students interested in careers in law or real estate, cooking, going to performing arts events, or spending time with her family (including her rescue fur babies).

Mark Joseph Valencia is a litigator, and welcomes resolution by jury trial. What is unique about Mr. Valencia is that not only is he a trial advocate, but he has broad experience in the Court of Appeals. Such experience facilitates strategy at the trial level. In December 2009, the California Court of Appeals, 4th District, Division 3, (Orange County) agreed with Mr. Valencia and overruled a jury verdict and ordered retrial. This was yet another reversal in the Appellate Courts for Mr. Mark Joseph Valencia. In addition, in 2013, Mr. Valencia attained yet another victory in the California Court of Appeals, and further secured review by the California Supreme Court. In relation to trial experience, Mr. Valencia and Plaintiff proved sexual harassment against Playboy Entertainment Group, which was represented by international law firm Morgan Lewis & Bockius. A jury unanimously found sexual harassment against Playboy.. Mark Joseph Valencia has the commitment to his clients, ensuring a reduced case load with significant client attention. He can therefore focus his complete attention on the client's situation, attempting to place the client into the very best circumstance possible. At the Law Offices of Mark Joseph Valencia, ALC, our success is measured by your success.

Macy Chan is a partner in the Los Angeles office of Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young LLP with extensive litigation experience involving complex business disputes, toxic exposure and product liability. She defends Fortune 500 corporations in high-risk litigation, including employers, premise owners, and manufacturers of various products and equipment in the industrial, construction, automotive, and consumer markets.. While managing voluminous caseloads for national clients, Macy participates in all phases of litigation from inception through resolution, including discovery, investigations, fact and expert depositions, and trial. She employs an innovative and aggressive motion practice, such as moving cases to more favorable venues or forums, or leveraging early dismissals before incurring significant costs. Macy continues to litigate and manage cases after judgments and verdicts are entered to recover defense costs. In the appellate courts, Macy has assisted in a successful motion to dismiss an appeal as well as a successful response to Plaintiffs’ appeal of costs.. Additionally, Macy is involved in creative defense analysis and strategy development that assists her clients in forecasting trial outcomes. Depending upon the unique needs of each case and client, this can vary from mock trials, jury research, focus groups, as well as individual work-up. Macy has designed and produced mock trials with surrogate jurors to test trial themes and juror reaction to evidence, witnesses, and defenses. She has also participated in testing exercises with focus groups.

Lucas Quass is an associate in the Environment, Land & Resources Department of Latham & Watkins. He focuses his practice on environmental matters, involving water, natural resources and land use law.. Mr. Quass practices environmental law, with an emphasis on California water law and policy, major infrastructure improvements and state court writ of mandamus and similar litigation. He provides advice to lenders, private developers, corporations, government entities and nonprofit organizations regarding water rights in groundwater and surface water systems, and environmental matters related to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).. Mr. Quass is also active in the firm’s pro bono program. He represents the Pasadena Roving Archers, a volunteer-run non-profit organization, in defense of land use entitlements to allow the continued operation of the historic Lower Arroyo Archery Range.. During law school, Mr. Quass was a law clerk at the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. He was also the executive senior editor of the Southern California Review of Law and Social Justice, as well as a USC Law and Mental Health Scholar at the Saks Institute for Mental Health Law, Policy, and Ethics, and a recipient of the Edward & Eleanor Shattuck Award for Outstanding Service to the USC Law Center.. Mr. Quass is an adjunct professor at the University of Southern California Law School, where he teaches Persuasive Advocacy. Mr. Quass has also authored many articles and client alerts on new developments in land use, water resources and environmental law.. Mr. Quass’ experience includes the following:

Litigations in US and in Korea, Inbound, Outbound, Execution of Judgment. Contracts of All Kind, Corporate, Commercial, Property, International. Negotiations in Any Situations. Settlement of Disputes and Claims. Arbitrations and Mediations. Collection of Debts, Loans, Exports, Imports. Trade Negotiations, International Trade Conflicts, Anti-dumping, FTA. Anti-trust, Unfair Practice. Intellectual Property Rights, IT, BT, NT, ET. Licensing. Franchise. International Investment, Financing. Real Property Secured Transactions. Distributorship. Joint Ventures. Foreign Investment. Offshore Banking. Foregn Direct Investment, Foreigners Investment Corporation

Laine is a commercial litigator specializing in contract disputes and business and investment frauds. He advises startups, founders, management teams, and investors in commercial litigation and transactions. Client industries include luxury goods, real estate, creative agencies and design firms, green energy, retail, and technology.

Kristen M. Agnew is a highly skilled labor and employment attorney at Diversity Law Group in Los Angeles, California.  She focuses her practice exclusively on protecting the rights of workers in California.  Ms. Agnew has extensive experience handling a wide range of employment matters, including wrongful termination, discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, defamation and wage and hour violations.. Prior to joining Diversity Law, Ms. Agnew was a senior associate in the employment litigation department at one of the country's largest law firms. There, she represented sophisticated employers in wage and hour class actions, as well as discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination cases.  Ms. Agnew's experience representing management side clients affords her valuable insights into seeking justice for aggrieved employees. Ms. Agnew graduated valedictorian from Spelman College in 2003, with a degree in philosophy. She received a full academic scholarship to Emory University School of Law, where she earned her J.D. in 2006. While attending Emory, Kristen clerked for Administrative Law Judge Allison Smith of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Atlanta.

KILLEDJIAN LAW CORPORATION:. I am a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney and the managing partner at Killedjian Law Corporation – a criminal defense law firm. My passion for law and justice began when an immediate family member was arrested and incarcerated when I was 20 years old. As my loved one was shuffled through the criminal justice system, I witnessed the inequities of what is undoubtedly an imperfect system. This experience prompted me to attend law school with the sole purpose of practicing criminal defense.. In law school, I clerked for the federal public defender’s office which further fueled my love and passion for advocacy and the pursuit of equal justice. Since my 1999 admission to the State Bar of California, I practiced criminal defense law obtaining numerous defense verdicts. My strong strategic vision in criminal defense law provides my clients with formidable representation in California state and federal courts.. By focusing on criminal defense law, I operate a full-service criminal defense law firm, handling all cases from inception to trial. I handle all matters herself, ensuring that I am readily available whenever a client has a question about their case. The Killedjian Law Corporation handles cases from the pre-filing and investigative stages all the way to progress reports, including post-conviction relief.. As a lawyer who truly enjoys my practice, I continuously grow my knowledge of the law and keep apprised of all legal changes. This, combined with my out-of-the-box thinking, enables me to provide an individualized defense and strategy for each one of my clients.. I am a member of various associations, including National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, San Fernando Valley Bar Association, and the Armenian Bar Association. I have not only been a successful Criminal Defense Lawyer for over 22 years but have also solidified a reputation that displays me as a passionate and zealous advocate on behalf of all my clients.. MELO LAW CORP:. I fight for those injured by the negligence of others while my clients recover from their injuries. With an impressive 24-year legacy of fighting for victims, my name (Melo) is synonymous with unwavering commitment, unparalleled legal acumen, and remarkable results. A proud alumnus of California State University, Northridge (CSUN), my thirst for justice and passion for the law led me to Whittier College School of Law. There, I honed my skills, cultivated my strategic mindset, and developed a tenacious spirit that would later define my illustrious navigating the complexities of personal injury law.. Over the course of my two-and-a-half-decade-long career, I have been the pillar of strength for countless individuals and families and recovered millions of dollars for them. My vast experience spans thousands of settled cases, each testament to my meticulous attention to detail, my adept negotiation skills, and my unyielding determination. But what truly sets me apart is my exceptional talent as a litigator. In the courtroom, I transform into a relentless advocate, presenting my client’s cases with a combination of compelling storytelling, substantial evidence, and unwavering conviction. My prior experiences and academic background formed a solid foundation, but it’s my innate empathy, my genuine desire to help, and my deep-seated sense of justice that drives my success.. When you engage with me, you’re not just getting a lawyer; you’re gaining an ally, a protector, and a champion. However, my accolades and accomplishments are not just measured in the successful cases I have championed or secured in settlements. They are also reflected in the profound impact I have had on the lives of my clients. Those I represent find solace in my confidence, are empowered by my dedication, and are often awe-inspired by my ability to turn even the most challenging situations into victories. The testimonials and praises of my clients echo the same sentiment time and again—I am not just a lawyer; I am a lifeline.. Before establishing my footprint in the world of personal injury, I gained invaluable insights working in different spectrums of the legal landscape. This diverse experience equipped me with a unique perspective, allowing me to anticipate challenges, craft innovative strategies, and ultimately, ensure my clients always have the upper hand. As the personal injury landscape continues to evolve, I remain at the forefront, constantly updating my knowledge, refining my strategies, and ensuring that my clients receive nothing but the best representation. It’s this commitment to excellence, coupled with my profound expertise, that has solidified my reputation as one of the finest attorneys.. If you or a loved one are seeking representation that combines experience, dedication, and unparalleled expertise, look no further. Reach out to me today and take the first step towards securing the justice you deserve.

Ken is dedicated to the vigorous and effective representation of parents, foster parents, nonrelatives and relatives in the juvenile dependency system.. Throughout the years, Ken has authored numerous statutes: protecting the rights of pre-adoptive parents, the rights of siblings to grow up together, parents’ due process rights, and protecting a child’s right to maintain the confidentiality of privileged communications.. He is considered to be an expert in juvenile dependency law and has earned a reputation as one of the most effective and zealous advocates in the juvenile dependency system in Los Angeles County.

Katherine G. McKeon, Associate at Sacks, Glazier, Franklin & Lodise, represents trustees, beneficiaries, institutional clients and individuals in trusts and estates litigation and probate disputes.. Ms. McKeon received her J.D., cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School in 2009, where she was a Contributing Editor of the Michigan Law Review and an Associate Editor of the Michigan Telecommunications and Technology Law Review.. Prior to joining Sacks, Glazier, Franklin & Lodise, Ms. McKeon was a litigation associate at Irell & Manella LLP, where she handled complex commercial litigation and patent litigation matters in a variety of state and federal courts.

Karla Waymire (Zerehi), Esq. is a Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) and founded Waymire Law Group, APC. Karla has been named "Top 40 under 40" by the National Trial Lawyers Association and was selected to Rising Stars for 2026 by "Superlawyers". This peer designation is awarded only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in each state. The Rising Stars selection process takes into account peer recognition, professional achievement in legal practice, and other cogent factors. Karla's legal emphasis is based in, aggressive legal representation in the areas of:. Karla is a member of CAALA, LACBA, PBA, BHBA, and WLALA.. Karla speaks three languages (English, Spanish, and Farsi).

Joshua Kroot is a member of Dentons' Litigation and Arbitration practice. He has represented both corporate and individual clients in complex commercial litigation, intellectual property, business tort and securities fraud actions.. ExperienceRepresent closely held company in dispute between owners over membership interests and potential sale of company.Represent corporation in dispute seeking reimbursement of Los Angeles County property tax penalties.Represent insurer in action seeking declaration that insurer has no duty to defend multiple large pharmaceutical actions.Represented multinational insurer in insurance bad faith litigation alleging failure to pay tens of millions of dollars of defense costs in several pollution liability cases. Achieved favorable settlement.Assisted financial services firm in defeating class certification in complex securities fraud class action.Represented marketing company sued for alleged failure to supervise employees. Achieved a dismissal of all claims.Represented coalition of entertainment companies in successfully challenging various unconstitutional statutes on First Amendment grounds.Represented casino holding company in successfully settling a challenge to company’s possession of naming rights it had purchased.Represent financial services company in action against former employees who misappropriated confidential information and achieved favorable settlement following partial trial.Assisted multinational property and casualty insurer in obtaining license to write insurance in state of New York.Assisted construction company in favorable settlement of contract dispute.Represented vending machine company in obtaining relief from non-compete agreement through favorable mediation settlement.. Activities and AffiliationsMembershipsAmerican Bar AssociationNew York County Lawyers’ Association

Jonathan A. Feldheim’s practice focuses on real estate, professional liability litigation and all aspects of dispute resolution and litigation from pre-filing through appeal. He is skilled at negotiating contracts as well as settlements and concentrating his efforts on solving problems rather than creating them. Mr. Feldheim zealously protects and advocates the rights of his clients to judges while using plain language instead of jargon.. Mr. Feldheim grew up outside of Philadelphia and fell in love with California at a young age. When not in the office, he enjoys sports, movies, music, museums, spending time with family and exploring all of beautiful Southern California.

Jolynn M. Pollard is Senior Counsel at Adli Law Group P.C . Her practice primarily focuses on Civil and Business litigation, Employment, Real Estate, and Insurance defense work.. An experienced litigator, Ms. Pollard has successfuly handled all aspects of litigation including, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, as well as alternative dispute resolution, including fee arbitrations and mediation. Additionally, Ms. Pollard has had an active practice representing businesses in contract drafting and negotiation and insurance matters, including advice on business structure, employment and marketing.. Prior to joining Adli Law Group P.C., Ms. Pollard was Of Counsel at Selman Breitman LLP, where she supervised and handled complex litigation and contract matters that primarily dealt with insurance defense work, including bad faith, general liability, construction defect and environmental claim cases.. Ms. Pollard received her Bachelors of Arts from the California State University of Northridge, with focus in Public law and Public Administration, and obtained her Juris Doctor from the McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific. With broad knowledge and skill in her craft Ms. Pollard is committed to providing clients with efficient and effective representation to help resolve Civil and Business litigation, Employment, Real Estate, and Insurance defense related cases.. Areas of Practice:. •Civil Litigation. • Business Litigation. • Employment. • Real Estate. •Insurance. Awards & Honors:. •Pacific Law Journal, 86-88. •Assistant Comment Editor/ Comment Staff. •Gary V. Schaber Scholarship. • Academic Achievement Scholarship. •Philomena Scalora Scholarship. •Eugene McGeorge Scholarship. •President, Phi Alpha Delta 87-88. Education:. • J.D., Dean’s List, McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, 1988. • B.A., California State University of Northridge

Jeffrey Isaacs' practice focuses on a broad array of complex civil, and criminal and regulatory matters.  His clients have included government entities, publicly-traded corporations, privately-held businesses, unions, executives, licensed professionals, athletes and entrepreneurs. As an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Los Angeles U.S. Attorney’s Office, Mr. Isaacs prosecuted cases of national and international significance involving financial institution, securities, healthcare, pension, insurance and tax fraud, cybercrime, racketeering, public corruption and money laundering.  In addition to securing many notable convictions, he recovered close to $1 billion in criminal fines and victim restitution, and received commendations from federal, state and local law enforcement agencies for this work.  In the Credit Lyonnais case, he headed a six-year investigation that led to the prosecution of a French state-owned bank, its present and former Chairmen, and other senior bank officials for fraud involving Executive Life Insurance Company, in which he obtained corporate and individual convictions and a record $775 million in criminal settlements. During his career as an Assistant U.S. Attorney, Mr. Isaacs served as:. Immediately prior to co-founding the firm, Mr. Isaacs served as the Chief Assistant City Attorney for the City of Los Angeles. In that position, he supervised the 300-attorney Criminal Division and built the premier public affirmative litigation unit in the state.  During his six-year tenure, the unit obtained multi-million dollar recoveries for the City in a number of high profile cases involving homeless patient dumping, unlawful health insurance rescissions, hazardous waste disposal, wage theft, false advertising and bank owned foreclosed nuisance properties.