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Employment law attorney Chambord Benton-Hayes founded the Oakland law firm Benton Employment Law in 2021. Prior to opening her own practice, she worked for an international firm where she counseled companies like Apple, Tesla, and Google on how to stay in compliance with labor laws. She now focuses her practice primarily on representing California workers who have been harassed, discriminated against, or otherwise mistreated on the job. Attorney Benton-Hayes is an empathetic, trustworthy, and compassionate legal counselor as well as a trial-tested litigator who refuses to back down from the competition until her clients succeed. She is currently the President of the Black Women Lawyers Association of Northern California. A San Francisco native, she enjoys cheering on her favorite basketball team, The Golden State Warriors.

Elise Sanguinetti is a founding partner at Arias Sanguinetti Wang & Torrijos LLP with offices in Oakland, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Montreal.  Ms. Sanguinetti’s main focus of expertise is serious injury, wrongful death cases, civil appeals and legal malpractice. She exclusively represents plaintiffs in civil litigation, and holds an AV rating with Martindale-Hubbell and has been named a California Super Lawyer every year since becoming eligible.  The last two years Elise was named one of the Top 50 Women Lawyers in the Bay Area.. Elise graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law where she earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.).  She was admitted into the California state bar in 1997. When not in the courtroom, she is a frequent speaker at seminars and writes articles that are featured in various legal publications.  Her copious amount of work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors including the prestigious, Joe Tonahill Award from the American Association of Justice.. Ms. Sanguinetti is the Vice President of the American Association for Justice (AAJ), was the president of the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) from 2015 to 2016, and a past president of the Alameda Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association.

Education and Background. I was fortunate. Despite never finishing high school or college, I was able – albeit with a lot of hard work – to gain admission to, and to excel at, one of the finest law schools in the country: U.C. Berkeley’s Boalt Hall School of Law. While I was at Boalt, I was privileged to be an editor for the California Law Review and a Member of the Moot Court Board, advising on brief writing and appellate advocacy for other students. After I left law school, in my early years of practice, I taught legal writing and appellate advocacy at University of California, Hastings College of the Law. Also, over the years, I have been presenter at continuing legal education events.. Legal Experience. I have been an attorney for 30 years. I have devoted my practice exclusively to representing employees, consumers, and investors in the state and federal trial courts and courts of appeal. I relish going to court for my clients and I have tried many jury cases in the state and federal courts.. Examples? In 2010, I was the lead attorney, along with the other attorneys in the firm, in Williams v. Union Pacific Railroadwhere, after four years of preparation, the firm obtained a jury verdict of $1,670,000 for an African-American female employee. In Rivero v. Surdyka, I was lead trial and appellate counsel in a civil rights case that lasted 15 years, including a full trial and three appeals to the Ninth Circuit, finally concluding in a judgment for plaintiffs of over $2,300,000. These cases illustrate the firm’s motto: commitment – results. You have to commit to a case, sometimes over a very long time, to get the result the client deserves.. We don’t always win in the trial court. When that happens, commitment means taking the case to the next level and appealing it. In the Rivero case, above, that’s what happened: the court dismissed the case – we had lost – but we appealed and achieved a victory for our clients which we kept through two more appeals. Since then, the firm has had many appellate victories that vindicate the rights of employees and consumers.. Over the years I have been counsel for plaintiffs in numerous individual cases and class actions. It may sound corny, or hard to believe, but after all this time, and after all the great experiences I have had, my favorite part of being a lawyer is when I get to give my client a check.

Edris Rodriguez received two Bachelor of Arts degrees in Language Studies and Politics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, in June of 2006.  While at U.C. Santa Cruz, Mr. Rodriguez studied in Paris, France, at l'Institute d'Etudes Politiques de Paris.. Prior to law school, Mr. Rodriguez worked to protect the voting rights of all Americans as a Civil Rights Analyst at the United States Department of Justice in Washington, D.C.  As an Analyst, Mr. Rodriguez was responsible for investigating claims of voter discrimination throughout the country, including claims of voter discrimination on the basis of race and language ability.  While at the Department of Justice, Mr. Rodriguez was responsible for two objections under the Voting Rights Act, which blocked the State of Louisiana and the City of Fayetteville, North Carolina, from implementing election practices and procedures that discriminated against African Americans.. In May of 2012, Mr. Rodriguez earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, where he was the Supervisory Editor of the Hastings International and Comparative Law Review.  While in law school, he received numerous awards including a public interest service award, the Justice Mathew O. Tobriner Summer Fellowship, and three CALI and Witkin awards for excellence in Pretrial Practice, Estate Drafting, and Representing Spanish-Speaking workers.. Mr. Rodriguez worked as a legal extern at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's San Francisco office in the Administrative Hearings Unit.  Mr. Rodriguez also worked as a legal extern at the Legal Aid Society - Employment Law Center's Racial Equality Unit.  During law school, Mr. Rodriguez volunteered as a tax preparer and with the Volunteer Legal Services Program at U.C. Hastings.. Mr. Rodriguez began his legal career as an Assistant District Attorney with the San Francisco District Attorney's Office in the Misdemeanor Prosecution Unit where he was responsible for the prosecution of misdemeanor offenses from arraignment through trial.  Mr. Rodriguez successfully negotiated plea deals, conducted various evidentiary hearings, and prosecuted cases to trial.  After leaving the District Attorney's Office, Mr. Rodriguez worked as an Associate with the law firm of Villegas Carrera LLP where he practiced employment law litigation on behalf of California workers.. Currently, Mr. Rodriguez works as a Field Attorney for the National Labor Relations Board, Region 32, where he is responsible for the enforcement of the National Labor Relations Act.. He is admitted to practice in the State of California and is a member of the Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom, the San Francisco La Raza Lawyers Association, and the Labor and Employment Law Section of the State Bar of California.

During the initial consultation, I listen carefully and answer questions directly, so as to dispel some of the mysteriousness of law. People call me because they are in crisis at work. Some have lost hope that they will ever be treated fairly, or even that anyone will listen. If you have a remedy, I'll tell you about it. If I can't help you, I'll try to point you towards someone who might be able to. If we work together, my role is to be an aggressive advocate on your behalf, and also a sort of support system to you. Litigation is always unpleasant, but I will prepare you for it and buffer you from it. Legal action takes an emotional toll on my clients. In addition to fighting for my clients' rights I also encourage them to make the best of the process, which sometimes means helping them get in touch with personal strengths they didn't know they had. Over the years, many clients have told me that our strong attorney-client relationship minimized the stress of litigation. Despite the lawyer jokes, we do have souls. And some of us care, deeply. I work aggressively on behalf of my clients to right workplace wrongs. Call me.

Denise's law practice focuses exclusively on employment issues and litigation in support of the rights of employees.  As a former associate in legal defense firms, Denise defended public and private entities against discrimination, harassment. retaliation, and wrongful termination claims. As a result, Denise understands how employers work and can often achieve results before a lawsuit is filed. As a seasoned litigator, she has enjoyed an extensive law and motion practice and has chaired several state court trials and arbitrations. Dedicated to making the workplace right for everyone, Denise's practice has included developing and presenting workplace trainings on such subjects as sexual harassment and the mandated reporting laws.. While in law school, Denise was on the editorial board of Law Review and received Witkin Awards for Academic Excellence in Remedies and Community Property and a CALI Excellence for the Future Award in Appellate Advocacy. She also served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Maria-Elena James, United States Magistrate Judge for the Northern District of California. From 2010-2011, Denise served as the Director for Examinations for the State Bar of California, where she was responsible for the development of the California Bar Examination and testing accommodations for disabled applicants. Prior to starting her own firm, Denise worked as an associate at Gordon & Rees and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore where she gained invaluable experience in all aspects of employment law, in administrative and civil proceedings and through mediation and arbitration.

Dedicated to excellent legal representation throughout the Bay Area, Jared emphasizes empathetic and honest client counseling. By taking the time to learn about an individual’s unique legal issue, Jared ensures that each client will realize their best available outcome. Jared offers representation for criminal cases, and has successfully represented clients facing years of incarceration.

Davidson Estate Law is a Bay Area family owned and operated estate planning practice specializing in trusts, wills, trust administration, and probate. “A family serving families with expertise, compassion, and integrity since 1975.”. Eric and his father Steven are the firm’s estate planning attorneys, while Joelle (Steve’s wife of over 45 years), is the voice of the firm and handles client services. This arrangement works extremely well, creating a cohesive office environment allowing us to give our clients unparalleled personalized representation and communication that is often missing in larger firms.. Our main office is in Oakland City Center, with branch offices in Berkeley, San Francisco, Walnut Creek, San Jose, and San Mateo.

David Newdorf founded Newdorf Legal is an alternative to the traditional big law firm. After practicing at a large law firm and in the public sector, Mr. Newdorf has learned that not every case requires an army of lawyers. Many cases are more effectively and efficiently handled by a single experienced lawyer overseeing every aspect of the work. Mr. Newdorf has personally handled all phases of litigation in hundreds of matters, including trials, mediations and appeals.. ---. I have been a civil trial lawyer in San Francisco since 1994. Before law school, I was a daily newspaper reporter in California and Florida.. I started my own law firm, Newdorf Legal, in July 2008 as an alternative to the traditional big firm.  My firm represents individuals, business and public entities in trials and appeals.  From 2001 until setting out on my own, I served as a Deputy City Attorney and supervisor on the trial team of the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office.  At the City, I defended police civil rights claims, class actions and complex commercial disputes. I practice in both state and federal court at the trial and appellate levels.. Before joining the office, I was a litigation associate at O’Melveny & Myers LLP in San Francisco from 1994 to 2001.. Early in my career (1995-96), I took a one-year hiatus from O’Melveny to clerk for Judge Charles A. Legge in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. It was there I got my first exposure to civil rights cases, which led to pro bono work at O’Melveny and defending police civil rights cases at the City.

David De La Flor is a San Francisco Bay Area business law attorney who prides himself on the successes of his clients. David understands the importance of high-quality legal counsel to entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes, and seeks to provide each of his clients with the personalized attention they deserve.. Prior to joining SPZ, David worked as an attorney at both a top commercial law firm and a boutique technology and intellectual property law firm in South Florida. David has represented numerous companies at all stages of their development, and counsels his clients on a wide array of issues including formation, regulatory compliance, employment and labor law, financing, and dispute resolution. David counsels clients in various industries, including technology, social media, data security, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, banking, building construction, hospitality, marketing and advertising.. David graduated from the University of California-Berkeley School of Law with a certificate of specialization in international law.  He was an Articles Editor for Berkeley La Raza Law Journal, a student-run law journal focused on shedding light and analyzing legal issues affecting the Latino community.  He was also a member of the International Human Rights Clinic, where he explored issues surrounding effective representation of affected communities bringing complaints against development projects funded by international financial institutions, such as the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank. He also interned with a prominent non-profit organization at its Quito, Ecuador office, where he helped represent clients bringing claims against a large multinational U.S. government contractor under the Alien Tort Claims Act.. David attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate studies where he obtained a B.S.B.A. with a concentration in Economics.  He also spent time studying and completing coursework at the Universidade Catolica do Rio de Janeiro in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.  After graduating, David worked for a large, prominent bank as a banker, holding his Series 7 and Series 63 securities licenses.. As is representative from his work throughout law school, David is committed to serving his community. He has participated in pro-bono matters as an attorney ad litem for Lawyers for Children, and has given back to the legal community as a board member of the Dade County Bar Association Young Lawyers Section.  Prior to going to law school, he also volunteered at Miami Children’s Hospital’s Radio Lollipop program.. David is fluent in Spanish, and has a working knowledge of Portuguese. David is admitted to practice in the State of Florida (California admission pending).

Connie Chadwick utilizes her personal and professional experience and combines the best of both worlds in the construction field and the law. Ms. Chadwick presently focuses her law practice on construction dispute mediation. Connie is a Tennessee licensed residential general contractor (retired 2024*) with over fifteen years of experience in the construction field. With both legal and construction experience, Connie is a logical choice for contractor disputes. Connie earned her Doctorate of Jurisprudence from The Nashville School of Law after earning her Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Lipscomb University and is a Tennessee Rule 31 Civil Mediator.. Connie is a seasoned business professional who transitioned to the legal profession in 2014 with an intense drive to achieve and deliver results for her clients. Connie has strong management expertise and ability to oversee diverse objectives and challenging deadlines with a sense of confidence and commitment. With more than 25 years of experience in small business and entrepreneurial organizations within the banking, construction and real estate industries, Connie brings a diverse skill set to the table. She is extremely detailed-oriented with excellent research, investigative, and communication skills.. Connie Chadwick is an attorney who mediates cases in the entire Tennessee area either in person or by zoom. Connie Chadwick is recognized by peers and was selected to Rising Stars for 2017 - 2025. This selection is based off of an evaluation of 12 indicators including peer recognition and professional achievement in legal practice. Being selected to Rising Stars is limited to a small number of attorneys in each state. As one of the few attorneys to garner the distinction of Rising Stars, Connie Chadwick has earned the respect of peers as one of the top-rated attorneys in the nation.

Collin Moore believes that his job is to analyze each client’s individual situation, develop a strategy to solve the client’s needs and then fight for his client to obtain the best possible result. His goal in all cases is either dismissal or a win at trial.. Mr. Moore attended law school at the prestigious University of San Francisco School of Law (USF). While at USF, he prepared himself to become an excellent advocate for his clients. Collin not only excelled academically, but he also focused on developing the negotiation and advocacy skills he knew he would need to successfully represent his clients in the real world.

Christopher Goodroe has built his personal injury and maritime practice on the principles of attention to detail, persistence, and personal service.  He has successfully litigated cases in both Federal and State Court, and has consistently achieved exceptional results at mediation.. Mr. Goodroe is AV Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (Highest Ranking Possible) and was selected as a Northern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers Magazine in 2012 and 2013.  Since 2013 he has been voted a Super Lawyer, by Super Lawyer Magazine (an honor voted on by fellow lawyers).  Recently he has been selected as one of the TOP 100 TRIAL LAWYERS in Northern California.. Mr. Goodroe represents maritime clients with wide ranging injuries, including toxic exposures, fractures, falls, burns, and head traumas.  His knowledge of the Jones Act and general maritime law allows him to aggressively promote his client’s interests.  Based on Mr. Goodroe’s maritime knowledge and experience, he served as a panelist at the 2012 Pacific Admiralty Seminar where he addressed industry leaders regarding the recent changes in the maritime laws and how those laws affect merchant seamen.. In addition to his maritime practice, Mr. Goodroe also focuses on representing victims of automobile collisions, slip and falls, police brutality, as well as victims of sexual assaults.. Mr. Goodroe understands how suffering an injury can place enormous stress on both the client and the client’s family, and he makes it a priority to always be available to answer any questions or concerns a client might have about a case or potential claim.  He is personally with each client at every step in the litigation process to ensure no stone goes unturned.. Mr. Goodroe is a graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara (1997) and California Western School of Law (2002), and when he isn't vigorously representing his clients' needs, he finds time to volunteer for the Federal Pro Bono Project where he provides legal counsel.  Mr. Goodroe also serves as a Board Member for the UCSB Gaucho Lacrosse Alumni Association.

Christine Chigbu is a modern attorney with a global perspective, having pursued her education in France, England, and the United States. She augmented her international studies with courses at prestigious institutions such as Harvard University and the University of California, Berkeley, where she delved into Psychology, Sociology, and Film. Christine firmly believes that her background in Psychology and Sociology uniquely equips her for the role of "Counselor.”. As the founder of the Law Offices of Christine Chigbu, Christine leads a minority and woman-owned firm committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her practice embraces a holistic approach to law, recognizing that the legal process can be both healing and transformative for her clients.. Driven by her passion for accessibility and inclusivity, Christine is dedicated to making legal services available to all, regardless of income or background. Through innovative initiatives such as sliding scale pricing and one-on-one coaching, she ensures that everyone has the opportunity to receive quality representation and guidance.. With her diverse educational background and experience in real estate law, Christine brings a unique perspective to her practice. She takes pride in serving as a trusted advisor and advocate for her clients, guiding them through the complexities of property ownership, rental agreements, HOA agreements, and various real estate transactions.. Christine's personalized approach to client representation includes translation services and flexible consultation options, reflecting her commitment to meeting the diverse needs of her clientele.. Outside of her legal practice, Christine enjoys spending time with her extended "Modern Family," which spans China, Africa, America, Canada, and Brazil. She is an avid traveler and enjoys experimenting with fusion cuisine in her kitchen. Her hobbies include hiking, yoga, embroidery, writing poetry, and singing. Currently, Christine is expanding her language skills by learning Japanese, adding to her basic understanding of French and Spanish.. Whether you're a homeowner, landlord, renter, or prospective buyer, Christine is here to provide you with the expert guidance and support you need to navigate the real estate landscape with confidence and peace of mind.

Chatila Law, LLP is a boutique firm that provides reliable representation and advocacy in an array of legal matters, with affordable prices and reasonable contingency fees. Let us show you why "Your Case Matters."

Catherine Chen currently focuses her practice on construction defect litigation where she defends contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers of construction materials in suits filed in Northern California.  Ms. Chen draws from her extensive knowledge and experience as a litigator, and is involved with all aspects of case development, including all phases of discovery and law & motion practice.. Ms. Chen’s background includes wide-ranging knowledge of other areas of law as she practiced in the Toxic Torts group with her prior employment with McKenna, Long & Aldridge, and during her employment with Fox, Shjeflo, Wohl & Hartley, she was involved with estate planning, real estate transactions, and corporation formation.

Carolyn E. Henel is a partner at Roisman Henel + Adams LLP.  She represents individuals in estate planning, probate and trust administration, family business planning and charitable giving.  In addition, she advises trustees, executors, and beneficiaries in the administration of decedents’ estates, preparation of estate tax returns, and the administration of revocable and irrevocable trusts.. Carolyn is certified by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law.  She serves on the Alameda County Bar Association Volunteer Legal Services Corporation (VLSC) Board of Directors.. Carolyn has been selected to the Northern California Super Lawyers list every year since 2004 and to the Northern California Super Lawyers Top 50 Women Lawyers list in 2007, 2010, and 2011.  She was named one of “The Top 100 Attorneys in the United States” attending to affluent families by Worth Magazinein 2006 and 2007.  Carolyn has held an “AV” preeminent ranking from Martindale-Hubbell for over 15 years.. Carolyn is a contributing author to CEB and speaks to professional groups on topics relating to trusts and estates.. Professional Memberships:. State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section. EastBay Trusts & Estates Lawyers. Alameda County Bar Association. Education & Professional Background:. Roisman Henel + Adams LLP, Partner, May 2002 to present. Crosby, Heafey, Roach & May PC, Associate, October 1996 to May 2002. University of VirginiaSchool of Law, J.D., 1996. YaleUniversity, B.A., 1992

Caring for my clients comes naturally for me, and I take pleasure in developing new legal arguments to change the inequities of employee benefits law, resulting in a top reputation and amazing results for my clients. Making a difference in people’s lives and in the legal landscape is the reason I became a lawyer to begin with. I am proud of the work we do at Springer Ayeni, and proud to be a woman-owned firm in a field still dominated by men. I take pleasure in setting a new definition of what it means to be a successful woman litigator when I bring my baby to a conference or along with me for a meeting with a colleague. I aim to show that women can both practice in a rigorous field and be dedicated parents at the same time.. Outside of work, I relax by arranging flowers for non-profits such as the March of Dimes, playing the piano (I’m thrilled that my two oldest girls are loving their piano lessons as much as I did as a girl!), and enjoying time with my wonderful family. I have three beautiful daughters and it is truly joyous for me to spend time with them. Having lost one of my twin girls in 2008 due to consequences of prematurity, I am acutely aware of how precious kids are, and I am grateful for my daughters’ good health. Such a tragedy gave me the fortitude not just to survive, but to thrive and to better the lives of others, especially my clients

Caitlin M. Phair attended the University of San Francisco School of Law where she received her juris doctorate degree and certificate with honors in International and Comparative law. Following law school Caitlin received the Inaugural Dean Brand Pursuit of Justice Fellowship and went to Thailand where she provided direct legal services for refugees. Upon her return she became a member of the State Bar of California in 2015.. Prior to joining The Law Offices of Jason W. Estavillo, PC, Caitlin held positions as a Legal Policy Intern, Legal Advocate, Law Clerk, and Legal Associate. Now having been with the Law Offices of Jason W. Estavillo for four years, Caitlin specializes in foreclosure defense and real estate litigation. Her writing, oral advocay, research, and representational skills have resulted in hundreds of successful cases for clients both nationally and internationally.. An advocate for those in need with a passion for helping clients deal with the stresses that come along with litigation, Caitlin handles all aspects of your case including assessment, drafting pleadings, arguing motions in both State and Federal court, and attending arbitrations and multi-party mediations. Working side by side with Jason W. Estavillo, Caitlin makes a formidable asset to anyone seeking help with Foreclosure Law, Business and Commercial Law, and Real Estate Law

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Brooke Wilson is an associate at Roisman Henel LLP. Brooke concentrates her practice in the fields of estate planning, trust and estate administration, and federal estate and gift taxation.  She advises clients on all aspects of estate planning, including guiding clients with family-owned businesses on succession planning, assisting with philanthropic goals, and preparing plans for traditional, non-traditional and blended families.. Brooke was selected by her peers and the publishers of Super Lawyers Magazine and San Francisco Magazine as one of Northern California’s “Rising Stars” for 2015.. Brooke is certified by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in estate planning, trust, and probate law. She is a member of the Trusts & Estates and Tax Sections of the State Bar of California, the East Bay Estate Planning Council, and the Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom (BALIF), an LGBT bar association.  She previously served on the Legislative Committee of the Probate & Trust Law Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association.  She holds an LL.M. in Taxation from Temple University Beasley School of Law, where she was the recipient of the Faculty Award in Taxation for her graduating class.. Brooke lives in Alameda and serves on the board of directors for the Berkeley-East Bay Humane Society.. Professional Background:. Roisman Henel LLP, Associate, 2013 to present. Sideman & Bancroft LLP, Associate, 2012 – 2013. Schiff Hardin, LLP, Associate, 2010 – 2012. Heckscher Teillon Terrill & Sager, P.C., Associate, 2007 – 2009. Professional Memberships:. State Bar of California:    Taxation Section, member    Trusts and Estates Section, member. EastBay Estate Planning Council. East Bay Trusts & Estates Lawyers—Vice Chair of the Estate Planning & Administration Committee. EastBay Tax Club. Bay Area Lawyers for Individual Freedom (BALIF). Admissions:. Brooke is admitted to practice in California, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. Education:. TempleUniversity, BeasleySchool of Law:    LL.M. in Taxation 2008 (Faculty Award in Taxation)    J.D. 2006. University of California, Berkeley, B.A., 2000. Speaking Engagements:. CEB Conference:  How to Administer a Revocable Trust, 2015. East Bay Tax Club:  Portability—Worth All The Fuss? 2013. Bell Investments Advisors Women’s Roundtable:  Giving with a Plan, 2013

Breanne (Bre) Grey is a relentless defense attorney who represents individuals accused of a wide variety of criminal charges throughout the Bay Area and Sacramento. For her, the opportunity to defend fellow Bay Area natives is a dream come true. In fact, Breanne was born and raised in the Bay and has lived in every county except Marin (where she plans on retiring), leaving only to further her legal career by attending law school in New York and clerking with the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office. Breanne was sworn to the California State Bar in 2015, accomplishing a goal she’d had since drawing herself as a judge on the cover of Time magazine for a class project.. Prior to joining The Nieves Law Firm, Breanne gained trial experience by working at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office and with private counsel across the Bay Area. Breanne’s unique legal experience has rendered her versatile in a number of criminal defense cases, ranging from drugs and DUIs to homicides and sexual battery.. Breanne has a history of success through effective legal writing. She has written successful motions to dismiss in the interest of justice, motions to set aside the information, and motions to suppress evidence, allowing her to achieve impressive results for the individuals she represents. Not only is Bre a great writer, she is also a compelling orator in the courtroom, captivating jurors with her trial summations. Breanne’s approach to legal advocacy requires the clients to bring her the facts of the case while she takes care of the rest.. When she is not representing The Nieves Law Firm clients, Breanne volunteers with the Prisoner Reentry Network to provide counsel and assistance for inmates across the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.. In her free time, Breanne likes taking her Mustang or Bronco out on a cruise around the Bay Area. You can also find Bre hiking the Santa Cruz Mountains over the weekends with her beagle, Fin. Breanne’s talents extend far beyond the legal field as she is a decorated fantasy football manager and was the MVP of her law school flag football team. Breanne has recently taken up sailing and is a founding member of the Wahine Sail Club.

BoostCounsel helps companies that need legal assitance in getting their next commercial deal negotiated, working on their products and digital marketing footprint with an eye toward legal compliance, and receiving legal and business counseling in other matters that come up as their businesses grow.. I came to the practice of law with a background in business and a desire to problem solve. My clients' businesses thrive through my business advice, contract negotiation and legal counseling skills.. Outside of work, I love to hike, do science experiments with my kids, teach our dog new tricks and watch films (particularly foreign ones).

BioTerry Buller was born in Cleveland Ohio in 1950, spent his childhood in Buffalo New York until his family moved to California when he was 12. He attended Serra high school in San Mateo and grew up in San Bruno.. As the oldest of seven children, he had to work in a gas station to support himself through college. He was the first in his family to graduate, magna sum laude, from San Francisco State University. He began a graduate school program in experimental psychology, but changed paths after a year to enter law school.. He went to law school at the University of San Francisco where he participated in law review, a participatory course at the California Atty. Gen.’s office and especially enjoyed acting as a mentor/tutor for special admission first-year students. He worked the last year of law school as a law clerk in a prestigious Oakland law firm specializing in personal injury cases. He became a member of the California State Bar December of 1976 and had his first personal injury trial in January of 1977. (He won the product liability case against Coca-Cola and has continued to receive client referrals from the East Bay community ever since). Terry has been exclusively representing persons who are the victims of negligence since 1976; medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, products liability, airplanes, motorcycles, boats, bicycles, pedestrians, workplace accidents, legal malpractice etc.. Areas of PracticeAuto AccidentsMotorcycle AccidentsBoating AccidentsTrucking AccidentsPersonal InjuryWrongful DeathMaritime Personal InjuryInsurance Bad FaithBiking AccidentsPremises Liability/Slip and FallDog Bites/AttacksMedical Malpractice. Honors and Awards“AV” rating from Martindale-HubbellNorthern California Superlawyers. Professional ActivitiesState Bar of CaliforniaAlameda Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association (Sustaining Member)American Association For JusticeAlameda County Bar Association (Interprofessional Committee; Lawyer Referral Service, former chairperson)Alameda County Superior Court, settlement Commissioner, arbitrator.. Community ActivitiesFounding member of Students Run Oakland, and outreach program or underserved students in Oakland schools.Running for a Better Oakland (RBO), mentor since the beginning of the program.Oakland Yellowjackets.. PersonalGrandfather of four boys.Lifetime runner.Road bike rider.

Bill Johnson is a tenacious and compassionate advocate for his clients. Recognized by his peers as one of California’s top personal injury lawyers, he works tirelessly on each case, consistently obtaining impressive results for his clients.. Bill specializes in personal injury and wrongful death cases, and over the last 30 years has built extensive experience in a wide variety of case types, including traumatic brain injury, paralysis, vehicle and bicycle negligence, medical malpractice, products liability, premises liability, government liability and wrongful–death related claims.