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I help families plan and protect their legacy with my 3 step estate planning system.. Ever since my father passed away unexpectedly and especially since I became a parent, I realized that having a complete estate plan is one of the most important things a parent can do for their family.

I have practiced law for over 40 years, primarily in the civil courts and, for the past 23 years, specializing in representation of employers.. Professionally, my firm is dedicated to helping businesses develop strong workplace legal basics for sound growth. Our legal services include educational steps, effective counseling on positive resolution of disputes, and result-oriented litigation defense.. I am proud to count as my mentors some of the most skilled and accomplished litigators of their time. My earlier litigation experience was in securing constitutional freedoms and, indeed, the very survival of the churches of Scientology in the 1980s and 90s.. Along the way, I have also helped establish several non-religious social service groups now thriving and expanding to bring improved conditions in important sectors. This includes Narconon International, a leading drug rehabilitation organization, and Applied Scholastics International, fighting illiteracy worldwide.. Starting in 2005, I devoted a substantial amount of my time pro bono as Director for International Development, Youth for Human Rights International. Along with a dedicated group of young African community leaders, we created the African Human Rights Leadership Campaign, now in Liberia, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Togo, and Ethiopia.. Since 2014, I have helped to create the African Literacy Project for Applied Scholastics International, to implement effective, competency-based education in Liberia and throughout West Africa.. Our Southern California office is in "Old Pasadena," overlooking the Tournament of Roses' annual parade route along Colorado Boulevard (the famous Route 66).. By consistent delivery of quality legal services, we continue to enjoy steady expansion regardless of any transitory or prevailing economic trends.. Tim Bowles. Pasadena, California. January, 2019

I have fiercely advocated for over 2,500 clients throughout Southern California over the last decade.  I am a confident, experienced advocate who will fight for you to ensure the best result possible.  As a solo practioner I provide timely and personalized legal service that is not available at larger private firms or public defenders offices.  I am always happy to provide a free initial consultation either in person or over the phone so call me now to discuss your case or visit me online at .

I have exclusively practiced CRIMINAL DEFENSE for 33 years. I began my career as a Deputy Public Defender supervising a DUI court and working in the Major Crimes Unit. During the years that I worked as an Attorney for the County in the Sacramento and Los Angeles area, I represented adults and juveniles charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses such as theft, domestic violence, assault, drugs, DUI, vehicular manslaughter and hit and run cases. In 1997 I opened my own practice specializing in all matters of Criminal Defense. Over the years I also spent time contracting with firms working exclusively DUI's and related administrative proceedings. My practice continues to focus on those adults and juveniles charged with Criminal or DUI offenses in court and at the DMV. My clients are guaranteed that I will personally handle all aspects of their case and will always have easy access and constant communication with me.. Represent and personally handle the cases of those charged with Criminal and DUI offenses which includes misdemeanors, felonies and DMV proceedings.

I have been practicing law for 32 years. I have recently moved my offices to the Pasadena area. The office is speciafically located in the area of "Hastings Ranch", which accomodates my clients with less traffic, easier non paid parking, and a beautiful building.. I am located very close to the 210 Freeway, near Los Angeles, San Gabriel, and the San Fernando Valleys.  I look forward to the continued work with my past clients and hope to establish new relationships here in Pasadena.. My areas of emphasis are in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, Business Law, Real Property Law And Litigation.

I have been practicing in the Pasadena area for the past 12 years.  My practice started in the area of bankruptcy, tax controversy, corporate and entity formation, and estate planning. It evolved into a litigation practice dealing with all aspects of civil litigation, from construction defect to partnership disputes, both in state and federal court.  Eventually, I found a niche in the family law, estate planning, and probate fields with continued interest in representing consumers. My staff and I pride ourselves for our prompt responsiveness and attention to the client beyond their immediate needs, thus providing a solution oriented legal practice.

I have been practicing in the areas of corporate and real estate transactions for 28 years.  In the corporate area, I handle mergers, stock and asset purchase and sale transactions, private offereings, entity structuring, employment and buy-sell agreements, corporate governance and general business contracts.  In the real estate area, my practice includings commercial property acquistions, securing financing on behalf of lenders and borrowers, complex title issues, lease (ground, office and reatail) transactions, and licensing and easement arrangements.. I am also a founding partner of AFRCT, LLP, which is a full-service law firm headquartered in Pasadena, California.  Our 35+ lawyers can service most every legal need encountered by today's businesses, including litigation, appeals, bankruptcy, corporate, real estate, employment, executive compensation, tax and estate planning, as well as a signficant lender liability defense practice.  We have offices in California, Oregon and Washington.

I handle matters for clients as though I am representing myself.  Whether it is advising/counseling a client or handling a matter that is being litigated, I take pride in understanding my client's business and needs in order to formalize a strategy in handling whatever issue and/or matter that may present itself.  I have experience handling matters in Superior Court and Federal Court, as well as handling matters before administrative agencies such as DLSE/Labor Commissioner and DFEH.  I have resolved numerous matters via mediation, settlement conference, and self-initiated/handled settlement discussions.  I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and your business.

I guide clients through the divorce process with an emphasis on resolving all issues by written agreement, if possible.. I also handle stepparent adoptions, adult adoptions, agency adoptions, guardianships, as well as appeals and consultation on various family law related matters, such as juvenile dependency.

I grew up in Bakersfield and attended Centennial High School before moving away for college. At Centennial I was a member of the “We the People” mock congressional debate team, which inspired me to pursue the path of law. I graduated with high honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara earning a bachelor’s degree in business economics. I graduated from Pacific McGeorge School of Law with great distinction. I practice in the areas of litigation and transactions, including trust, estate and probate litigation, and general business litigation, as well as corporate and real estate transactions. I enjoy spending time with family & friends, dining out & going to social events, and staying active.

I graduated from the University of Maryland School of Law, and began to practice law in 1992.  I began the practice of law at a large firm in Baltimore, where I remained until April, 1995.  In 1995, I left the large law firm to join the small litigation firm which is now named Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C.  I became a shareholder of the firm which is now named Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C. in 2003, and I am currently the managing shareholder of Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C.    Since 1995, my practice has emphasized representation of attorneys in  defense of professional liability civil cases and attorney discipline cases.  My practice also regularly includes appellate litigation, insurance coverage disputes and litigation, and commercial and business litigation.   I have been counsel in many cases that have that have contributed to the development of the law, in my various areas of practice, through reported opinions.     I am active in the legal community and in the community at large.  I am a member of the Board of Trustees, and currently Treasurer, of the James C. Cawood, Jr. American Inn of Court.  I am a member of several ABA committees and sections, including ABA Lawyers Professional Liability Consortium, ABA Center for Professional Responsibility, ABA Standing Committee on Lawyers Professional Liability, and ABA Litigation Section, Appellate Practice Committee.  I am also active in the Maryland State Bar Association, as a member of the Litigation Section, Appellate Practice Committee.  I have also served on the Professional Ethics Committee of the Bar Association of Baltimore City.   In terms of my involvement in the community at large, I have served for many years as a member of the Board of Directors of the Arc of the Central Chesapeake Region, a non-profit organization that provides services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, and I have also served as an officer of this organization.  I have also served on the Board of Trustees of St. Margaret’s Day School and as a member of the Vestry of St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church.        I have written articles or presentations on a number of topics, including “Role of Expert Witnesses in Legal Malpractice Cases,” “Fee Disputes: Things to Think About,” “Settlement Recommendations: High Risk Behavior for Maryland Attorneys,” “Ex Parte Communications with Former Employees of an Adverse Party: Maryland Lawyers Proceed at Their Own Risk,” “Risk Management for Attorneys,” “Expert Testimony Under Maryland and Federal Law,” and “Perils of ‘E-Discovery.’”

I feel passionate about representing people who have either been seriously injured or have lost loved ones as the result of mistakes made by others.  Those people have to not only deal with the fact that their lives are forever changed by the physical and emotional pain that has been inflicted on them through no fault of their own, but they also have to fight against the insurance company for the person or company who caused their injury or loss.  That insurance company is willing to spend any amount of money, and do anything, to find a way to underpay for what was done to them.  The insurance company cares nothing about fairness or justice, only saving money.  Nothing brings me more satisfaction than fighting hard for my clients as their voice against this insurance industry and getting fairness and justice for them.. I specialize, as does my entire firm, in representing the seriously injured.  The cases range from significant automobile accidents to dangerous conditions of property (private or governmental) to construction site accidents to products liability claims to dog bites incidents.. I and my firm have been practicing at trial lawyers for over 30 years and we bring that experience and commitment to every case.. For more information about me and my entire firm, go to

I exclusively sue background check companies for background check report errors. If your background check report contains convictions that doesn't belong to you, conviction older than 7-years, wrong level of charge or wrong charge call us. Free consultation, no recovery no fee.

I do this to help people. I take the approach that working with an attorney should be simple and not as difficult as often made to be. My response to your questions generally begin with a counseling, "Yes, if... " rather than an absolute "No!" My aggressiveness is saved for the zealous representation for those adversaries that run counter to  my client's pursuit of justice. I prepare my cases as they should be, to go to trial. We have no qualms about taking your case the distance and are prepared to do so in each and every case.. I graduated law school in 2002. Rather than immediately practicing, I owned and operated a business for four years providing everyday people access to the American Dream. Learning the fundamentals of business, real estate, financing and employee rights was a proper foundation and invaluable to my overall business insight.. Next, my legal knowledge and everyday experience allowed me to share my legal acumen as an adjunct professor of legal studies for an American Bar Association certified legal program. Here, I relished in providing young minds the fundamentals of various legal fields and civil procedure framework. I truly believe the best way to master and sharpen any professional expertise is to do so through the art of teaching others.. Over the past years, I have met and worked for some great attorneys and law firms. Having mentors that you can learn a degree of skill from is essential in the practice of law. Under the tutelage of these fine attorneys, I learned the art of litigation including real estate, family, employment, criminal, personal injury (products liability and environmental tort), taxation and bankruptcy (debt) law. Honing my legal skills in these areas of practice would provide me the ability to provide my clients with the best representation from advocacy, skills of negotiation, litigation and all the way through trial team work.. Now, as a licensed attorney I have the luxury in private practice to work with clients in need of my service. I get to know my clients well, and work with them to provide the solutions that best resolve the legal issues they may encounter in their daily lives. We are a client-oriented firm and are zealous in our pursuit of justice on their behalf.  Call or Email today, we can help.

I conduct impartial investigations into claims of harassment, discrimination, and other alleged workplace misconduct. I offer thoughtful, pragmatic representation for executives who are negotiating complex employment and compensation agreements or exit packages.  I also provide practical consulting to small businesses, maintaining a focus on the best result for each individual client.

I care deeply about my clients and fight aggressively on their behalf.  I have represented individuals from all walks of life in both state and federal court, including business professionals, teachers, medical doctors, members of the entertainment industry and service employees, as well as business entities.  Clients come to me with their freedom at stake and lives in danger of ruin when they find themselves being criminally investigated, or after they have been charged.  Many of my clients are referred to me by other lawyers who have the utmost faith and trust in my ability to fight hard and tenaciously.. I am a graduate of Harvard Law School and Harvard College, and an accomplished, award-winning criminal defense attorney.  I am also an adjunct law professor, and Emmy award-winning broadcast TV legal analyst who frequently appears on local and network media outlets, as well as on radio programs.   Before starting my law firm, I worked for two large law firms, and also served as a federal prosecutor in the Los Angeles U.S. Attorney's Office.  As a prosecutor I tried 60 cases to verdict (never losing a jury trial) and tried numerous high-profile, precedent-setting cases, including the 1985 kidnapping, torture and murder of DEA Special Agent Enrique Camarena in Mexico.  This experience as a prosecutor has been invaluable because as a criminal defense attorney, I know how prosecutors strategize and think as they investigate and charge people with crimes.  I am able to carefully dissect a prosecutor's case to find the weaknesses and flaws, which makes me a tough negotiator, as well as highly effective in front of judges and juries.. Please call or email me to discuss your personal situation, and be confident that I will be your be your best and trusted advocate.  The consultation is free of charge.. (Spanish translation: Por favor llámeme o mándeme su mensaje a través de email para discutir su situación personal, and esté seguro que yo seré su mejor abogado, y de completa confianza.  La consulta es gratis.)

I believe that addressing my clients’ needs requires more than just knowledge of the law. My goal and commitment is to provide my clients with personalized, dedicated and impeccable service and legal representation.  My clients are always well informed about the status of their case because I take the time to speak to my clients and give thorough explanations. I handle my clients’  legal matters efficiently, aggressively and aimed to achieve successful results.   Since 1983, I have worked in the legal field handling personal injury and civil litigation cases.   In addition to accident cases, I also handle dog bites, habitability matters;  transactional/lease/contract work, employment/labor law matters, and can help you create wills and trusts.

I am known for my ability to handle extremely challenging legal situations. I have handled some of the most challenging situations regarding custody, support, and high-asset divorces.

I am trial lawyer who represents companies in commercial litigation and a former “big law” partner who decided to cut a different path. After 20 years with some of the leading national firms and a stint as a government enforcer, I founded Charis Lex to bring my brand of hands-on, principled advocacy to a wider range of businesses.. Although I’ve tried cases involving a range of issues—such as stock option contracts, trade secrets, fraudulent conveyances, and patent infringement damages—I have a particular expertise in antitrust. I had the honor of serving as a deputy assistant director at the Federal Trade Commission, leading enforcement actions challenging anticompetitive conduct. While I was there, I was privileged to serve as trial counsel in a couple of high-profile actions. I received the Distinguished Service Award for my work at the FTC.  I am the only former FTC competition deputy assistant practicing in Los Angeles.. I’ve been fortunate to have a few folks say nice things about my work. I was described as a “talented litigator” with an “excellent attention to detail,” “who efficiently manages discovery with an eye toward summary judgment and trial” in Chambers USA. I was named an “Attorney of the Year” by California Lawyer. I have been listed among the Southern California Super Lawyers. I’ve been called a “real trial lawyer.”. I take my craft seriously. Trial skills and substantive legal expertise don’t just happen. I am a graduate of the ABOTA Trial Academy. I served as an instructor in Mock Trial Advocacy at the Georgetown University Law Center. I regularly publish on substantive issues. In addition, I serve in the leadership of the ABA Section of Antitrust Law and have been a non-governmental advisor to the International Competition Network.

I am dedicated to representing vicitims of catastrophic accidents / wrongful death and their families.  I handle each case personally to ensure the best possible service and outcome for your case.

I am committed to delivering the highest level of legal representation regardless of the size of the client or the issues in dispute. As a firm that counts its trial practice as one of its core specialties, we are committed to the principle that aggressive, knowledgeable and efficient preparation creates opportunities for successful outcomes for our clients regardless of the nature of the case. I also devote a significant amount of my practice to the area of Estate Planning where we try and help our clients avoid probate and estate taxes and protect minor children in the event that one or both parents die. Everyone should have a plan "just in case". Estate Planning is not just for the wealthy anymore.. Because we utilize the latest technology, we are always available to our clients and have the capability to respond quickly to fast-moving developments in a case. This is particularly important to many of our East Coast clients whose working day starts hours before most lawyers on the West Coast are getting out of bed.. Unlike other firms, we achieve results for our clients as rather than slavishly following the "process". We treat the process for what it is: subordinate to the goals of the client. "What will advance the objectives of the client?…How will this tactic achieve the client's goals…?" These are the questions we ask and answer when pursuing every matter. Furthermore, our clients play an integral part in the formation of the goals, objectives and tactics and work closely with us in implementing them. We want and expect our clients to be full partners and not merely bystanders in their own matters.. There are "paper lawyers" and there are "trial attorneys". Many lawyers proficient at the "process" fall on their face when asked to convince 12 ordinary people of the righteousness of a particular cause. To be effective at trial a lawyer must have the right mix of street smarts, legal knowledge and ease of presence in front of a jury - in short, "trial charisma". This combination of qualities makes an attorney a worthy opponent before and during trial. Managing partner Christopher Bagnaschi possesses these qualities and has been successful over 80% of the time. When an opposing counsel sizes up our firm, they run a verdict search and quickly conclude that we are not novices or afraid to try cases - an intangible factor in the calculus of litigation.. Whether you are a large corporation or an individual, your matter will benefit from the reputation we enjoy in the legal community. Please feel free to contact us to discuss how we can help you.

I am a trust and estate attorney in Pasadena, CA. Call me at or email me at for a free no obligation consultation.. My goal is to make legal services easy and convenient for you:. 1. Free initial consultations2. Fixed fees3. Payment by credit card4. Helpful YouTube videos. I also communicate with you througout your case by ensuring the following:. 1. Quick responses to your questions, calls, emails, texts, and meeting requests2. Frequent Case Status Meetings to Help You* Understand what’s happening* Understand the process* Understand the next steps. My services include:. Living TrustsWillsPowers of AttorneyHealthcare DirectivesTrust AdministrationProbateAdvanced Estate PlanningAsset ProtectionMedicaid / Medi-Cal / Long Term Care Planning. I believe in giving back to the Pasadena community and have worked with many Pasadena nonprofits including the Pasadena Community Foundation, Circle of Friends (Kidspace Children’s Museum), Young & Healthy, Foothill Family Services, and Villa Esperanza Services.

I am a trial lawyer experienced in litigation and trial. I know how to deal with insurance companies and their attorneys to obtain the maximum possible recovery for my clients. There's only one way to do this: By dedicating myself to pursuing my client’s rights and giving each case the careful attention required to earn the highest possible recovery. My practice specializes in complex government liability, vehicular negligence, premises liability, product liability, and medical malpractice, as well as employment law issues and general litigation disputes.. Recent Victories:December 2014: Unanimous jury verdict for bicyclist struck by vehicle. Despite denying any liability, driver was found 100% at fault and client obtained a recovery nearly five times insurance company's offer.

I am a registered patent attorney helping my clients in all aspects of patents, trademarks, tradesecrets and copyrights. I can help you protect your inventions and ideas.

I am a personal injury trial lawyer. I help those who have been seriously injured and families who have lost their loved ones. I was nominated for Trial Lawyer of the Year by CAALA in 2018, and am a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA).