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Ward's practice involves a broad spectrum of litigation and insurance services. In the area of litigation, Ward represents defendants in class action suits, insurers and claimants in insurance bad faith actions, and businesses in a variety of matters, including contractual disputes, landlord/tenant, and employment issues. Ward also advises and defends insurers in regulatory matters, provides advice and training to claims and general counsel personnel, and advises general counsel of insurance companies regarding business practices.. In class action matters, Ward primarily represents insurers in the defense of lawsuits arising out of claims handling and business practices. He has successfully defended to judgment numerous matters involving auto body labor rates, computer-based claims evaluation tools, policy interpretation, and claims and business processes. Ward has also defended class action matters involving maritime and common carrier issues.. Ward has represented insurers in bad faith matters since the day he was admitted to practice in 1987. He has tried to verdict numerous bad faith matters, many involving fraud, and has successfully argued several bad faith cases before appellate courts. He has drafted proposed legislation, regulations and Rules of Professional Conduct in the areas of claims handling and representation of insureds. He has been an invited speaker on the topic of insurance bad faith over 60 times in his career. In addition to California, Ward has handled bad faith claims and lawsuits against insurers in Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arkansas, Minnesota, Mississippi, Texas, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Louisiana. Ward is the Lead Author of the book of California Insurance Defense Forms, published by The Recorder.. A substantial portion of Ward's practice is also dedicated to advising and training insurers with respect to claims handling and business practices, litigation management, and compliance with Department of Insurance statutes and regulations. Ward provides private training to claims representatives and in-house counsel in proper file handling, regulatory compliance, anti-fraud techniques, and claims strategies. Ward also works closely with general counsel and claims departments to devise and implement best practices in a variety of areas.. In the area of business disputes, Ward has represented business clients in a broad variety of matters, including contract disputes, commercial leases, employment matters, products liability and disputes pertaining to the sale of goods. In addition to many other businesses, Ward has represented the hospitality industry throughout the Bay Area and knows the unique challenges that face the restaurant industry.

Technology transactions attorney, specializing in IP and commercial contract drafting and negotiations and IP-related support for mergers and acquisitions.

I love my work as an attorney.  I meet courageous people who have suffered tragic losses and want to stand up to the big companies who are responsible for their losses.  I am fortunate to help them seek the compensation they deserve.  Together we try to make our community a safer place.    A safe community is important to me as a mother.   When I'm not working I am scurrying to get to my daughters' various sporting and dance activities.  As a family, we enjoy bike rides, hiking, and movie nights at home.

I am a partner at Kelly Litigation Group, Inc., specializing in representing contractors and small business owners. Prior to joining Kelly Litigation Group, I was the owner and President of Russell Hinton Co., a union painting and drywall company located in San Francisco. My practice focuses on litigation, contract negotiation, and business organization, where I can leverage my practical, hands-on business experience with my legal background.

Elise’s practice focuses on labor and employment counseling and litigation matters. She represents a variety of companies and industries in claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, classification of exempt and non-exempt employees, and reductions-in-force matters.. Elise also represents clients in employment-related administrative hearings before the Department of Employment & Housing (DFEH), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the National Relations Labor Board (NLRB) and the California Labor Commissioner.. Elise conducts HR investigations, HR presentations and in-house training to promote respectful workplace practices. She authored articles on employment law for several publications including Smart Business, the Northern California Human Resources Association and the Human Resources Executive.. Elise’s practice also focuses on business and commercial matters.  This includes representing companies in business contract and intellectual property disputes.  With respect to Elise’s experience with intellectual property matters, she represents clients in trademark prosecution and copyright disputes, trademark and copyright infringement, and unfair competition.  She has published articles on trademark and copyright law for the Intellectual Property and Technology law journal and San Francisco Daily Journal.. Elise has trial experience in employment cases, business and commercial disputes and intellectual property matters.. Elise is a native of London, England.  She has lived in California for more than twenty five years.  She has an undergraduate degree from the University of California at Berkeley where she graduated summa cum laude in English Literature.  Elise received her J.D. from Golden Gate University in 1998.  Prior to forming her own law firm, Elise was a partner with the national law firm of Ropers, Majeski, Kohn & Bentley.