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Braydon is a second-generation trial attorney at Bentley & More, whose practice focuses on personal injury.. Braydon graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing. After 3 years in advertising, he felt a desire to find a career where he could better help others. This is how he began his path to the legal profession and enrolled as a full-time student at Western State College of Law. After ranking top in his class the first year, Braydon transferred to Pepperdine Caruso School of Law whew he continued to excel in his legal studies. He graduated cum laude honors and was awarded CALI achievement awards for Legal Research and Writing and Remedies.. Braydon was selected as a 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America for exceptional work in Personal Injury Litigation . He was also invited to the 2024 prestigious National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 organization. Braydon was on the trial team for a $2.584 Million Jury Verdict on behalf of a client involved in a motorcycle collision and has passionately advocated for his clients securing multiple policy limit settlements accumulating over a million dollars in settlements.. Braydon is dedicated to serving others and his compassion and kindness are just some of the many attributes that make him a prime advocate for his clients.. Area Of Practice: Personal Injury. Awards:. Education:. Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, Malibu, CA. Western State College of Law, Irvine, CA. Undergrad:

Born and raised in Orange County, Mr. Shelton has been in practice over thirty years. His practice covers several areas, from family law, custody, and support issues to non-profit guidance and business litigation. A highly skilled and seasoned trial attorney, he has successfully tried many hundreds of cases before judges and juries. In the non-litigation portion of his practice, he also consults with small businesses and non-profits to enable them to grow and succeed. Ralph has been included as a biographee in Marquis Who's Who in American Law since 1998, and Who's Who since 2000.

Born and raised as the only Chinese-American on the French Caribbean island of Saint Martin, Alex had brief stints throughout the Caribbean and South America where he attended schools taught only in French, Spanish, and Papiamento. Alex eventually migrated to the United States and earned his undergraduate degree from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and his Juris Doctorate in Virginia from George Mason University School of Law, a Tier I law school, which he attended because of its focus on economics in law and libertarian philosophy.. Following law school, Alex practiced criminal law in Virginia, which included criminal appellate matters. (See Little v. Commonwealth (2012) 777 S.E.2d 317 (Va. Ct. App. 2012).) Alex ultimately moved back to California and spent five years practicing business litigation, primarily focusing on employment, construction defect, and contract. Alex's diverse caseload ran the gamut from simple actions involving a single agreement or unrepresented opposing party to major actions involving publicly traded companies, international disputes from Mexico to China, and matters deemed "complex." (See e.g., Ping Pan v. Skyline Technology HK Co., Ltd., CIVRS1201048, 2018 WL 4275239 (Fourth Dist. Ct. September 6, 2018) (involving Chinese international shipping dispute); Marriage of Hsu, G053490, 2017 WL 2334020 (Fourth Dist. Ct. May 30, 2017) (involving transmutation)). Alex litigated these actions in federal and state courts, before administrators and commissions, and through alternative dispute resolution services.. Alex transitioned from general civil litigation to focus exclusively on family law at Minyard Morris to assist real people get through one of the most trying times of their lives - divorce. Alex has since graduated from the Family Law Trial Advocacy Program in Houston, Texas. Alex has extensively litigated complex attorneys' fees and cost matters in Orange County divorce courts, and argued before the California Court of Appeal in family law matters. Alex is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.. Outside of the office, Alex is a passionate, but perpetually disappointed, Minnesota sports fan and stays physically active with local basketball and beach football leagues. Alex extensively travels internationally and has a personal quest to dine at as many Michelin 3-starred establishments as possible. Alex is also an active member in the local community.

Bill Keith represents clients in the areas of business litigation, class actions, securities, legal malpractice, and insurance coverage. He has successfully tried multiple cases to verdict, both as lead counsel and as a member of trial teams. Bill has an excellent record on appeals before the Ninth Circuit and the California and Florida Courts of Appeal, where he has several published decisions.. Bill was selected to the Southern California Super Lawyers® list in 2024 and was previously selected as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star seven years in a row. Bill is rated “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell.. Bill believes in a proactive approach to litigation and trial preparation, which starts with a thorough and early assessment of a client’s claims and defenses, the case’s potential outcomes, and litigation themes. He knows clients are only able to make informed business decisions about how to manage and settle disputes—or when to go to trial—when they have a clear idea of the landscape and risks that lie ahead.. Bill’s business litigation practice encompasses disputes involving misappropriation of trade secrets, unfair competition, breaches of fiduciary duty, and partnership disputes. Bill has significant experience representing clients in the financial services industry in a variety of contexts.. In his class action practice, Bill defends manufacturers, food producers, and other clients in claims brought under consumer protection laws (California’s Consumer Legal Remedies Act, Unfair Competition and False Advertising Law, and New York General Business Law) and other statutes and theories. He has experience with actions involving “Made in America” claims and claims that products violate regulations issued by the FTC, USDA, and other agencies.. Bill graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Business Administration. He earned his law degree from Florida State University College of Law, where he graduated cum laude and Order of the Coif. Bill is admitted to practice law in California and Florida.. Bill’s volunteer work includes acting as pro bono counsel in connection with San Diego’s Casa Cornelia Law Center. He successfully represented a journalist seeking asylum in the United States after the client was forced to flee his Central American country on account of state-sponsored persecution.

AV® Preeminent™ rated Orange County trial and appellate family law attorney; Certified Family Law Specialist; dissolution of marriage (divorce) and parentage (paternity) cases; negotiation and litigation of complex property and support issues involving high-income/high-net-worth clients; negotiation and litigation of high conflict child custody proceedings; expertise with business valuation and determination of controllable cash flow (income available for support) in cases involving business owners and self-employed parties; passionate and compassionate family law advocate.

Attorney John D. Rogers is an Orange County criminal defense attorney based out of Newport Beach. He exclusively dedicates his practice to criminal defense representing clients standing accused in state and federal court. He has successfully defended clients accused of money laundering, wire fraud, bank fraud, attempted murder, drug trafficking, domestic violence, computer crimes, manslaughter, and sex crimes. He has developed a reputation in southern California for representing local police officers and federal agents charged with alleged crimes while on-duty. He offers the resources and experience to handle any legal problem with unmatched service and personal attention. Mr. Rogers stands ready to undertake complex criminal cases from grand jury investigations to jury trial.

Attorney James S. Sweeney has practiced criminal defense for the entire duration of his 30+ year legal career which makes him well-qualified as an Orange County criminal defense attorney. Throughout his career as an attorney, he’s handled thousands of cases that cover the entire spectrum of criminal law.. His law focus is on DUI charges, alcohol charges, drug charges, felony cases, misdemeanor cases and clearing records for clients. He knows just how important it is to have one area of focus, rather than working as a general practice attorney, so that he can best serve his clients. He’s able to dig deep in to criminal laws and keep up to date with changing legislation so that he knows the best way to proceed with each case in order to obtain the desired results for the client. He serves the residents of Los Angeles and those in all of the surrounding communities in Orange County.

Attorney Frances-Marie Prizzia was first interested in pursuing criminal law while working for immigrant labor organizations and a healthcare center, where she witnessed the injustices suffered by the disenfranchised and impoverished. Ms. Prizzia’s desire to make a difference and help those in need drove her to apply for law school. She received her Juris Doctorate from Santa Clara University School of Law (where she had also earned her Bachelor’s degree) in 2005. As a law student, she argued and won a motion to suppress evidence due to the violations of the Fourth Amendment made by investigating police officers. Before establishing her firm, Attorney Prizzia worked for the Orange County Public Defender and the Los Angeles County Alternate Defender’s office. While working as a trial attorney, Mrs. Prizzia obtained many dismissals by the court, and took and won more cases in jury trial than any other attorney within her unit at the time. Attorney Prizzia is admitted to practice law in California, and is admitted to the California State Bar.. At the Law Office of Frances Prizzia, Attorney Prizzia is dedicated to defending the rights and protecting the futures of those who have been arrested or charged with a criminal offense. When their career, reputation, and future are on the line, Ms. Prizzia believes it is important to provide clients with aggressive representation and do everything in her power to have their charges reduced or dropped. Attorney Prizzia understands how stressful it can be to face criminal charges, which is why she offers clients her trusted legal counsel and personal attention. Whether you are facing a drug crime, sex crime, white collar crime, DUI (driving under the influence) offense, or probation violation, Ms. Prizzia has the knowledge and ability to represent you. To learn more about retaining the representation of a Newport Beach criminal defense lawyer, contact the Law Office of Frances Prizzia.

Attorney Brittany Van Veen is focused on all aspects of Family Law, including dissolution, parentage, domestic violence, contempt, post-Judgment litigation, guardianships, and pre and post nuptial agreements. She specializes in high asset, complex, and high conflict matters and passionately advocates for her clients.. Working closely with her clients and helping them through personal and difficult legal issues is her top priority, while she’s proud to say that her clients mention their favorite traits are her feistiness and responsiveness. Brittany is always client-focused and strives to attain the best outcome for their future happiness. She doesn’t back down from attorneys many years her senior and is always willing to make herself available when her clients need to talk.. Brittany graduated cum laude with her Juris Doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law and her Bachelor of the Arts in Sociology with an emphasis on Law and Society from University of California, Davis. As a recipient of the Dean’s Scholarship for all three years in attendance, she also claimed the Honor Roll multiple times while taking part in many extra-curricular activities.. In the final stages of certification, Brittany is set to become one of the youngest Certified Family Law Specialists in Orange County. She takes pride in the concept of continual learning and honing her craft. She believes that the combination of knowledge and ability will ultimately fair well for her clients, providing them with the best opportunity for a successful outcome to their matter.. Away from the office, Brittany enjoys spending time outdoors with her dogs, devotedly rooting for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and drinking impressive amounts of coffee.

Attorney Brian A. Bayati is the founder of Bayati Law Group.  Brian is a graduate of the University of California, Hastings College of the Law.  During law school, Brian was a judicial extern to the United States Court of Appeals (9th Circuit), and was active as a public service mediator.. Prior to founding Bayati Law Group, Brian was legal counsel for a national corporation; and, thereafter, member of a prominent Los Angeles based civil litigation firm with numerous offices throughout California and various other states. Prior to committing his practice exclusively to litigation of family law issues, Brian's practice involved litigation of complex civil lawsuits.. Brian's numerous involvements and affiliations within the legal community include, but are not limited to, being an active member of and member of the Board of Directors of the Orange County Bar Association, member of the State Bar of California Family Law Executive Committee, member of the Orange County Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service committee, an active member of the Orange County Society of Fellows, an arbitrator for the Orange County Bar Association's fee dispute arbitration program, and a graduate of the Orange County Bar Association College of Trial Advocacy.. Brian's practice at Bayati Law Group is focused exclusively on family law litigation.  Brian incorporates into his legal practice his experience in real estate, finance, and asset valuation to add practicality to various legal strategies, which can otherwise turn into ineffective approaches to dispute resolution.. Brian has various legal industry recognitions, which include, but are not limited to, being named amongst Orange County's top family law attorneys by OC Metro Magazine in 2009, 2010 and again in 2014. In 2015, the American Society of Legal Advocates selected Brian as one of the "Top 40 Under 40" family law attorneys in the State of California. In 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015, Brian was named a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyer Magazine (a yearly recognition bestowed upon up to 2.5% of the attorneys in a specific legal practice in Southern California). In 2016 through 2022, Brian was named a "Super Lawyer" by Super Lawyer Magazine (only 5% of attorneys in Southern California are selected to Super Lawyers).  In 2014, the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys recognized Brian as one of the "Top 10 Under 40" family law attorneys in Southern California. In 2019, 2020 and 2021, the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys recognized Brian as a "10 Best" family law attorney in the State of California for "Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service".

As founder and head attorney at Johnson Attorneys Group, James Johnson focuses on putting his client’s needs first. While he is certainly proud of the results his law firm has earned over the years, Mr. Johnson continues to work tirelessly on behalf of his clients every day to ensure they are provided with the best possible settlement. His stellar reputation in the community is in part due to the strong stance he takes with insurance companies and big businesses. As a result of these efforts, Johnson Attorneys Group stands out as one of California’s finest law firms.. Mr. Johnson attended both the University of Utah and California State University Sacramento where he studied Biochemistry and ran collegiate track and field. He had the privilege of racing against the best in the world in the mile. He earned numerous academic and athletic awards for excellence, including the coveted Governor's Cup Award. He graduated with a Biochemistry degree.. He earned his Jurist Doctorate from Trinity Law School in Santa Ana, California. As part of his post graduate education, Mr. Johnson attended the Harvard Law School Program of Instruction for Lawyers, as well as Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College.. The attorneys at Johnson Attorneys Group are accepting new cases and offer free consultations in Personal Injury. Call today or email

As a top-rated family trust attorney serving families in Newport Beach and surrounding areas, I have dedicated my career to helping families prepare for and navigate major life events with compassion and care.. in addition to founding and operating the Meier Law Firm, I am also the author of The Family Nest Egg (Penguin Random House), Guided by Grace – A Catholic Journey Through Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning, and Good Parents Worry, Great Parents Plan. I am also a public speaker and television news personality.. In 2010, I founded the Meier Law Firm, an estate planning law firm in Newport Beach, California, after leaving the big law firm life to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families. Today, our firm proudly serves the local Orange County community and families across the state with a team of 18 dedicated members. I am very proud that we have received the highest online ratings possible on platforms like Google and Yelp by families who trust us and appreciated our services.. At the Meier Law Firm, we believe in forming lifelong relationships with our clients, offering custom flat-fee estate planning packages that include:. WillsTrustsFinancial Durable Power of AttorneyHealth Care DirectivesLife and Financial PlansComplete Trust FundingKids Emergency PlansLegacy Preservation (so that parents can pass down their values, morals, and dreams to their kids)Unlimited free phone calls and emailsFree three-year reviews of your family estate planAnd a family lawyer for life!. We also support families through life-changing events requiring probate, trust administration, high-net worth estate planning strategies, tax planning, special needs planning, limited conservatorships, asset protection, Catholic faith-based estate planning, and all non-contested estate planning.. If you're looking to secure your family's future, please consider us. You can give us a call or visit us online to schedule a planning session today. We are really looking forward to meeting you!. Practice Areas:. Estate Planning. Estate Planning for Families. Estate Planning for Minor Children. Estate Planning for Business Owners. Estate Planning with Attorneys. Estate Planning with Financial Advisors. Estate Planning with Life Insurance Professionals. Estate Planning to Protect Assets. Wills & Trusts. Asset Protection. Special Needs Trusts & Conservatorships. Probate & Trust Administration. Faith-Based Estate Planning for Catholics

As a former Orange County Senior Deputy District Attorney with over 22 years of legal experience John knows and understands his opposition from having been on the other side.   Now as a Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Lawyer John brings his vast legal knowledge and trial experience to his clients.  John prides himself on personally handling each case. This gives him the opportunity to apply his hands on approach to reach the results his clients deserve.. With over 120 jury trials in cases such as murder, torture, sexual assault, vehicular manslaughter, driving under the influence, drugs, domestic violence, juvenile offenses, assaults, theft-property crimes, complex insanity trials, civil emergency protective orders, and temporary restraining orders, John has been recognized as an Outstanding Trial Attorney by both the Riverside and Orange County District Attorney’s Offices.  Some of John’s cases have been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Talk, Discovery ID, and have received publications as far as South Africa.. John graduated from the University of Southern California in 1986 and obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 1992.  He has lectured at California Baptist University, lectured to local law enforcement agencies, and coached high school mock trial.. John understands that a mistake or error in judgment should not define a person or destroy a promising future. He also understands that a personal injury deserves to be compensated.  John will achieve the best possible result for your criminal and personal injury needs.

As a first generation Korean immigrant, arriving in America at the age of 10, I have first-hand knowledge of the cultural and language challenges many people in Southern California face. This has made me particularly effective at helping clients understand the legal process while protecting their rights against large insurance companies that would otherwise take advantage of them.. Having worked through college and law school at my father’s auto repair shop, I know the value of hard work and am used to rolling up my sleeves to get the job done. I obtained my B.A. from UCLA and J.D. from Whittier College School of Law in 2011. After spending some time in criminal defense, I witnessed the challenges that people face in the legal system. Thereafter I channeled my experiences into a passion for defending injured people and helping them overcome the legal hurdles necessary to receive rightful compensation for their losses, their pain and their suffering.

An experienced criminal defense attorney in Newport Beach and co-founder of Khanjan | Nosratabadi, Trial Attorneys, Rodney Nosratabadi is committed to fighting for your rights. If you or a loved one have been accused of a serious crime, Attorney Nosratabadi can help you understand your options and fight to protect your future and your freedom. He offers personalized, compassionate legal guidance, working to keep you informed as he helps you navigate the criminal justice system. In the courtroom, Attorney Nosratabadi is known as a formidable opponent who won’t back down when it comes to fighting for his clients. Call today.

Amy Gostanian is an experienced and decorated Trust & Estate Litigation attorney, and founder of Gostanian Law Group. She is a member of the American Bar Association, the California Bar Association, and the Orange County Bar Association. Amy is certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization in estate planning and probate law, and is certified to appear in California State and Federal Court. Amy has also been a guest speaker for the Orange County Bar Association - Conservatorship Section.. Amy has a broad range of experience in estate litigation matters, having completed thousands of estate plans and successfully litigated throughout Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Bernardino and Riverside County, California.. Amy has been recognized as a Top-Rated Super Lawyer three years consecutively (2020, 2021, and 2022) within the selective Orange County Trust and Estate Litigation Category. She has also been recognized as Super Lawyer - Rising Star in 2014 and 2015, and her firm, Gostanian Law Group, was recognized by Avvo for the 2015 Client Choice Award. Amy resides in south Orange County with her loving husband John and three (3) young daughters.. Gostanian Law Group is located in Orange County, CA. For more than a decade, Amy has expanded Gostanian Law Group by adding other passionate and knowledgeable individuals in order to provide her clients with the very best legal counsel. The firm is comprised of highly experienced Trust and Probate litigators who zealously advocate for clients and have over 30+ years of combined experience and success.. Gostanian Law Group's mission is to protect and preserve your wealth, your loved ones and your legacy.

Ahmed Khalil, Esq. is the founder and Managing Attorney at Khalil Law Group. Admitted to the California State Bar in June 2011, Mr. Khalil spent four years gaining necessary and unparalleled experience defending individuals, employers, insurance companies and third party administrators with regard to a wide range of legal issues incuding, but not limited to, workers compensation, insurance fraud, employee and employer rights, injuries, etc.  Having spent several years reaffirming and honing his legal skills by way of “big firm” experience, Mr. Khalil ultimately concluded that the best way for him to become as good of an attorney as possible, was by maintaining direct relationships with his clients. Daunted by the big firm atmosphere, wherein, access to clients and personnel was regulated by others, Ahmed Khalil, Esq. branched out on his own in 2015, becoming a founding partner at Distinct Law Group. Since then, he has dedicated his life and career to helping individuals, businesses and groups protect their legal interests.. That is why he started Khalil Law Group, APC. Through this firm, Mr. Khalil seeks nothing less than providing legal services that are unmatched in the industry. By way of Khalil Law Group, APC, Mr. Khalil works tirelessly to advocate for the idea that there is no such thing as a case that is too small or too big.. Mr. Khalil is hands-on, dedicated and straightforward, with a concentrated commitment to his clients’ interests. Mr. Khalil takes a tremendous amount of pride in providing each client with the necessary care and attention to detail that they deserve.. In addition to being a licensed member of the Calfiornia State Bar, Ahmed Khalil has been a licensed Calfiornia Real Estate Broker since 2007.. Mr. Khalil obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. After an injury ended his career as a professional soccer player, Mr. Khalil enrolled in the University of San Diego School of Law.. In his free time, he is more than happy spending time with family and friends, playing sports and traveling. While he loves his job and clients, his true passion is in being the best father he can be to his 2 young sons.

Ahmed Ibrahim is a California licensed attorney and the founder of AI Law. Ahmed has spent his entire legal career litigating highly complex cases on behalf of plaintiffs and defendants, big and small. Being on both sides of counsel table has provided Ahmed with a unique perspective enabling him to analyze a case from all angles, and to be one step ahead by anticipating case strategies and arguments of his adversaries.. Ahmed started his legal career at Snell & Wilmer, one of the largest law firms in the western United States, where he spent over five years in the commercial litigation department. At Snell, Ahmed learned the importance of delivering high quality and thoughtful work to clients while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and competence, the same service he now brings to his clients at AI Law.. For the next seven-plus years, Ahmed used his talents battling powerful companies and individuals at a litigation boutique based in Newport Beach. During this time, Ahmed worked on many high profile matters, including several trials, and developed a fearlessness and tireless resolve advocating for his clients. In 2018, Ahmed and his team received the Public Justice Trial Lawyer of the Year award for his work on a major class action resulting in a multi-million dollar jury verdict and judgment.. Ahmed earned his undergraduate degree from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. After college, Ahmed spent two years as a management consultant with the global consulting firm Accenture.. Ahmed then received his law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law. During law school, Ahmed served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Martin J. Jenkins, former district judge for the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. Ahmed was also active as a member of the Jessup International Moot Court team, earning an award for top oral advocate in 2005.. Ahmed understands that clients do not hire attorneys to “bill” hours, but to win. That is why he takes great pride in his track record of providing results for his clients.

After spending almost a decade defending large companies and government agencies, I opened my own firm in 2016 with two partners so we could help individuals like you obtain justice and fair compensation.  I am a trial attorney focused 100% on litigating personal injury, product liability and employment claims.. While in law school, I served as Lead Articles Editor of the Whittier Law Review and member of the Moot Court Honors Board. I also received the CALI Excellence Award in both Trade Secrets Law and Remedies, was named to the Dean’s List and Honor Roll and was awarded the Dean’s Merit Scholarship.  For the last three years, I have been named to the Super Lawyers Magazine Rising Stars list.. In my last year of law school, I was honored to serve as a judicial extern for the Honorable Andrew J. Guilford, United States District Court Judge for the Central District of California, which included a chance to work in chambers with former Chief Judge Alex Kozinski on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Seattle, WA.. Prior to law school, I received a Master’s Degree in Public Health from the University of Arizona, which trained me in numerous health related disciplines, including epidemiology and environmental health.  My thesis work was completed through a graduate internship with the Orange County Health Care Agency’s Epidemiology Division.  In college, I was a varsity member of the track & field team and was honored with the Golden Eagle Scholar-Athlete Award.

After 28 years of practicing law, Keith P. More still has the desire and motivation to take on the most challenging, life changing cases. If you are reading this,  then you know it is Keith's fierce drive, compassion and experience that separates him from all other lawyers. In 1994, Keith joined the million dollar advocates club with his first of many million dollar cases. Keith is an ABOTA member documenting his personal injury jury trial experience and is  a 3 time Workers' Compensation Trial Lawyer of the Year. It is safe to say Keith is the only ABOTA member with those credentials.. Unique is a way to describe Keith. His vast knowledge of Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury makes him invaluable in the legal community. In 2016, Keith has lectured in Palm Springs, Orange County, Studio City, Las Vegas and will be speaking in San Francisco.. In 2003 Keith co-chaired the Workers' Compensation Section of the Orange County Bar Association and in 2008 he was the President of the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association. The Orange County Trial Lawyers Association consists of approximately 500 members and some of the finest attorneys in the world.Beyond the personal accolades, however, is a lawyer who cares about those he represents. For one 22 year old tetraplegic whose spinal cord injuries resulted from his unprotected fall through a sky light, attorney Keith P. More obtained a settlement of $14.7 million, the largest award in California workers' compensation history. Over his 28 year career, Keith has taken on some of the largest corporations in the world. Besides the in court awards, Keith is most proud of his ability to connect with his clients. It's not just about being the lawyer. It's about being their voice and telling their story. Keith goes the extra mile and sits in on Team Conferences, meets with doctors, vendors and therapists.  If you or a loved one are in need of Keith's services, whether you were injured in a motor vehicle accident, construction site incident , fall or work related injury make Keith a part of your team.

Actively engaged in a national law practice, The Burke Law Firm represents closely held corporations, partnerships, and small and medium business enterprises in litigation and general business matters.   One measure of his expertise is that Michael Burke is frequently consulted by other law firms and attorneys on litigation strategy, business strategy, and ethics issues. The firm provides a range of legal services, from general counsel services to intellectual property, trade secret, employment and business litigation.  Michael is a dynamic and sought after speaker on current legal issues.

Abbas K. Gokal specializes in representing clients in catastrophic personal injury, trust litigation and probate matters.. Mr. Gokal has successfully recovered millions of dollars in settlements and trial verdicts for his clients.. Mr. Gokal receives immeasurable personal satisfaction from developing close client relationships. He believes the key to successful client relationships comes from taking the time to keep clients informed and educated through each step of the litigation process.. Recent Verdicts and Settlements. Education. Abbas Gokal holds a Juris Doctorate degree from Suffolk University Law School, Boston, Massachusetts. He also holds a Master in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the State University of New York at Albany.. Community Services & Honors. Mr. Gokal proudly serves Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Orange County Child Abuse Prevention Center, which serves at-risk children and families in crisis to prevent and breach the generational cycle of child abuse.. Mr. Gokal has been ranked as one of the “Top 25 attorneys in Orange County under 40” “and one of the Top 100 attorneys in Southern California under 40” by Super Lawyers.

A veteran attorney with four decades of legal experience, Richard Sullivan is widely regarded as one of the top family law attorneys in the Orange County area. He is compassionate and competent, always dedicated to securing the best possible result for his clients, whether this is accomplished inside or outside of the courtroom. He is a talented litigator with a background in criminal defense, using his experience to better protect his clients’ best interests.. Richard obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from Southeast Missouri State University and his Juris Doctor degree, with honors, from Western State College of Law. After passing the bar, he began his career as a criminal litigator, where he was able to hone his courtroom skills. In 1996, Richard devoted his practice exclusively to family law and has tried over 15,000 cases in this field.. Richard is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and the Orange County Family Law Section of the State Bar of California. He has been appointed by the Orange County Superior Court to represent minors on a number of occasions and has acted as Special Master to the Court to address litigation in domestic relation actions. He has served as a lecturer, instructor, and panelist for the State Bar of California, Orange County Bar Association, Western State School of Law, and Chapman School of Law.. Richard is an executive committee member of the Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section, and has served in this role since 2010. He is also a board member of the Orange County Community Service Program – CSP Victim Assistance.

A Top-Rated Plaintiff AttorneyJake Cohen is a practicing first-chair trial attorney at Bisnar Chase who deals with civil litigation cases for plaintiffs and consumers. Above all, his mission is to make a difference in the lives of his clients.. That can mean helping one person at a time as a fearless jury trial advocate. It could also involve helping people on a wider scale by obtaining verdicts against exploitative corporations, forcing them into better practices.. Jake is always ready to put his skills to use to protect the rights of his clients and make the world a safer place.. Most of the cases he handles involve serious accidents and injuries. These include (but are not limited to) car crashes and other auto incidents, dog attacks, trip or slip-and-fall injuries, and dangerous and defective products.. Background and EducationJake grew up in Venice Beach, California, and graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a BA in political science. He then graduated Cum Laude with his Juris Doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego.. He has worked full-time from the age of 16 until he completed law school to finance his education. Jake’s various roles included working as a personal trainer, in restaurants, and in hospitality.. Jake takes great satisfaction from balancing the scales of justice. He said: “I believe in holding wrongdoers accountable and forcing them to compensate those they injure. I get the chance to fight for victims, as well as deterring future misconduct, making the world a safer place.”. Professional Legal Experience. Jake Cohen is licensed to practice law in California and Nevada. His first legal experience came as a law clerk with a criminal defense firm. However, after passing the bar, he committed himself to plaintiff-side litigation, supporting clients who had suffered serious injuries.. Throughout his career so far, he has recovered millions of dollars for personal injury victims, developing his skills as an accomplished jury trial lawyer.. Whether helping individuals or groups of people under a class action, Jake is passionate about fighting for justice for those who have been wronged. He is dedicated to providing aggressive representation, acting as a voice for his clients, and standing up to insurance companies and exploitative corporations.. Described as bold, confident, and with a relentless work ethic in honing his legal skills, Jake has a track record of building cases using intelligent and creative strategies and thrives in front of a jury at trial.. He is excited to help clients across California as part of the Bisnar Chase team.

A seasoned trial attorney and skilled negotiator, Mark B. Wilson has won nearly every case he has tried and arbitrated. Mr. Wilson lost only one jury trial and obtained a complete reversal on appeal. Mr. Wilson represents clients in federal and state courts in a variety of matters, including business litigation, legal malpractice, real estate, trade secrets, unfair competition, copyright infringement, construction disputes, and commercial unlawful detainer.. Mr. Wilson’s victories include a $2.25 million jury verdict in a premises liability case, a $1.85 million dollar jury verdict in a breach of shareholder agreement case, a $1.8 million binding arbitration award in a legal malpractice case, a $1.4 million jury verdict in a copyright infringement case, a complete defense verdict in a partnership dispute where the client’s existence was at stake, and a complete defense verdict in an indemnity case where millions of dollars were at issue. His settlements include recovering $97 million in a breach of trust case, $3 million in a commercial construction dispute, $2.8 million in an employment dispute, $2.1 million in a legal malpractice action, and $2 million in a lease dispute. He has recovered over $18.5 million in legal malpractice cases.. As a meticulous attorney, Mr. Wilson brings to court an eye for detail and a sense of organization essential to winning complex trials.. The Daily Journal, the most widely read legal industry publication, named Mr. Wilson as one of California’s Top Professional Responsibility Lawyers. In 2019, OCTLA named Mr. Wilson “Trial Lawyer of the Year” in legal malpractice. OCTLA previously named Mr. Wilson as a finalist for the “Business Litigation Trial Lawyer of the Year.”. Mr. Wilson has been selected to the Southern California Super Lawyers® list since 2005. Since 2017, he has been on the Super Lawyers® Top 50 Orange County List. Since 2019, he has been on the Super Lawyers® Top 100 Southern California List. Mr. Wilson was recognized as one of the elite trial attorneys in Orange County by OC Register Metro magazine. He achieved an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell, denoting the highest level of professional excellence from his peers. Since 2015, Mr. Wilson has been listed in Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. In 2021 and 2023, Best Lawyers named Mr. Wilson “Trial Lawyer of the Year” in trade secrets law.. Mr. Wilson was the Chair of the Orange County Bar Association’s (“OCBA”) Business Litigation section, the largest section in the OCBA. Mr. Wilson was elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the Orange County Trial Lawyers Association (“OCTLA”) and remained on the Board for several years. In addition, OCTLA twice-recognized Mr. Wilson as “Board Member of the Year” for his contributions to the organization and the legal profession.. From 2016 to 2020, Mr. Wilson was a California State Bar Special Deputy Prosecutor, prosecuting State Bar complaints when the State Bar had conflicts of interest. From 2018 to 2023, Mr. Wilson served on the Board of Governors of the Orange County Chapter of the Association of Business Trial Lawyers. From 2016 to 2022 Mr. Wilson served on the Loyola Law School Board of Directors.. Mr. Wilson is a frequent lecturer to bar organizations on modern trial techniques and legal ethics and has authored several articles on trial practice. In 2018, the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization certified Mr. Wilson as a specialist in legal malpractice law. There are only four attorneys in Orange County who have this specialization.. In 2020, Mr. Wilson was selected to America’s Top 100 Bet-the-Company Litigators®. Selection to America’s Top 100 Bet-the-Company Litigators® is by invitation only and is reserved to identify the nation’s most exceptional trial attorneys in high-stakes business litigation matters.. Mr. Wilson obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Loyola Law School in 1988 and graduated from the University of Southern California in 1985. He was selected to be on Loyola’s Moot Court team and participated in Loyola’s trial advocacy program which U.S. News and World Report ranked as a top 10 in the nation. Mr. Wilson began trying cases in law school in a program sponsored by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.