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“Matthew A. Friedman joined the Cohen Defense Group in February, 2018.  He graduated from the University of California, Hastings College of Law and became a member of the California bar in 2017.  Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Friedman was a misdemeanor attorney at the Solano County Public Defender’s Office. Currently, he defends a wide variety of misdemeanor cases, such as drug possession, driving under the influence, petty theft and assault.. During law school, Mr. Friedman gained experience in the practice of criminal defense, working as a legal intern in both the Marin County and San Francisco Public Defender’s Office.  He was also an accomplished member of the UC Hastings Moot Court Team and an editor for the Hastings Constitutional Law Quarterly, where he wrote an article on the criminalization of homelessness in San Francisco. Mr. Friedman received a Witkin Award for Academic Excellence, receiving the highest grade in the course, “Criminal Procedure: Adjudicative Process” which analyzed the criminal justice system from the perspectives of the prosecution and the defense.. Mr. Friedman was born on July 13, 1991 in San Rafael, CA. Education: UC Davis, Davis, CA (B.A. Political Science, Minors in History and War & Peace Studies 2013); University of California, Hastings College of Law, San Francisco, CA (J.D., 2017). Member: State Bar of California, Place County Bar Association.”

Tim has been practicing civil litigation since 1987 throughout Northern California and the Central Valley. He is experienced in complex civil litigation and has litigated cases in the areas of business and commercial law, commercial lease disputes, business torts, unlawful competition, legal malpractice, personal injury, real estate, trust and probate litigation and fiduciary abuse. He has handled a variety of jury and bench trials in both state and federal courts, and his experience extends to appellate and writ proceedings in both federal and state courts of appeal. He is admitted to practice before the United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern and Southern Districts of California, and before the United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit.. In addition to practicing law, Tim currently serves as an adjunct professor teaching a number of law courses for the Paralegal Program at Humphreys College, in Stockton. He is an inactive member of the Judge Consuelo M. Callahan Inn of Court and of Toastmaster’s International. From 2002 through 2004, he served on the San Joaquin County Youth Accountability Board, a diversionary program for one-time non-violent youthful offenders.

Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust Administration and Probate law from the State Bar of California.  Less than 1% of all attorneys in California earn this specialist designation.  The greatest blessing in my career is helping people plan for their families and businesses.. I am a graduate of the University of California at Irvine and McGeorge School of Law (Concentration in Taxation). I was a tax senior in the legal department of Deloitte and Touche, LLP, before relocating back to Sacramento over 20 years ago. At Deloitte and Touche, I earned the Client Service Matrix Award for national acceptance of a creative tax strategy to be used nationwide for individual and corporate clients.. After returning to Sacramento, I worked as an attorney at McDonough, Holland and Allen, the second largest law firm in Sacramento at the time, before opening my own law office. I absolutely love having my own practice, which has grown over the years from referrals from satisfied clients. In addition to my own practice, I was an adjunct professor at McGeorge School of Law for four years. I am also an adjunct professor at MTI College in Sacramento, where I have taught Probate law and Administrative law.I am involved in the community as an active volunteer for the Sacramento Voluntary Services Program, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northern California. I am a former board member of: the Boys Team Charity of Granite Bay, Miracles Through Music and the Riverlake Community Association. I am a Board Member for the Sierra College Foundation and the Chair of their Planned Giving Committee.  I am on the advisory board for the Sacramento Bee SacMomsClub, and I am the past president of the Granite Bay Moms Club and a past member of the Sacramento Estate Planning Council.. I am currently a member of the California Bar Association, and a former board member of the Probate and Estate Planning section of the Placer County Bar Assocation.. I look forward to having the opportunity to speak with you. Thank you for your consideration.

Sarah Litchney is the founder of StoneCrest Law Firm, P.C. and is a real estate attorney and Realtor/Broker.. Ms. Litchney attended the prestigious Cornell University, an Ivy League University, located in upstate New York. During her time at Cornell University Ms. Litchney achieved high marks and was the recipient of many distinguishing awards and scholarships. She was active on campus serving as University ambassador as well as within the Greek community and the associations affiliated with her area of study.. She returned to Northern California to attend law school at the highly regarded and esteemed University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law. Ms. Litchney obtained a certificate in Intellectual Property, was the recipient of the Dean’s Merit Scholarship and was nominated by the Dean and awarded the American Bar Associations Intellectual Property award for academic excellence in Intellectual Property studies. She was active on the campus in organizations affiliated with her area of study, as well as with the law school’s student bar association.. Her law firm places emphasis on the issues that are most relevant in today’s economy including Bankruptcy, Real Estate/Foreclosure including short sale negotiations and buying/selling real estate, Business and Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Estate Planning, and Probate and Trust Administration.. Her experience in real estate and short sales have made her someone who is sought out for interviews and to speak at many events, educational seminars etc. She has been interviewed for many articles by publications such as the Los Angeles Times, BusinessWeek, BBC, Mortgage Banking, Fox 40, Sacramento Parent, Sacramento Business Journal, THE Registry, Style Magazine and others. She has also been voted the #1 Favorite Attorney in the area by Style Magazine readers 7 years in a row!  In addition she was selected to the 2015 California Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the 225,000 licensed lawyers in California are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.  The Rising Stars designation is reserved solely for attorneys under 40 years of age who are nominated by their peers.. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with friends and family and being active in the outdoors.

Roseville Attorney Christy Carlisle attended the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from California State University, Sacramento. Ms. Carlisle has extensive legal experience. Prior to being admitted to the State Bar of California, Ms. Carlisle had worked in the legal field since 1998. She is highly skilled in various practice areas, including criminal defense and family law. Ms. Carlisle can efficiently guide you throughout every step of the legal process and help you make sound decisions about your future. She is a member of numerous legal organizations, including the American Bar Association, California Bar Association, Sacramento County Bar Association, and Placer County Bar Association. Backed by over 12 years of experience, she can help you with all your family law and criminal defense needs. Call the Law Offices of Carlisle & Gray today for a free consultation.

Mr. Merliss vigorously defends clients accused of misdemeanor offenses, such as drug possession, battery, white collar fraud, and domestic violence. He knows all misdemeanor prosecutors and judges in Placer County, and works hard to understand his clients in-depth so he can achieve the best resolutions possible. Mr. Merliss joined the Cohen Defense Group in May 2017, He graudated from the University of Southern California School of Law and became a member of the California bar in 2016.  Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Merliss was a legal fellow at the Federal Public Defender’s Office in the District of Nevada, and also an active member of an improvisational comedy club. During law school, Mr. Merliss gained exposure to the prosecution side of the criminal justice system, especially in misdemeanor matters, when he interned for the Clark County District Attorney’s Office in Las Vegas, conducting misdemeanor trials and felony preliminary hearings.  He was also an avid participant of the Hale Moot Court Honors Program and a strong advocate for workers and the disabled, interning at Service Employees International Union and Disability Rights California. He also obtained an academic achievement award for receiving the highest grade in the course “Criminal Law at the Margins,” which primarily analyzed how the criminal justice system affects marginalized groups in society, such as the poor and disabled.

Michelle Trigger is a criminal defense and family law attorney located in Roseville, CA, serving primarily Sacramento and Placer Counties.  Cases in surrounding counties are reviewed and accepted on a case-by-case basis.. Ms. Trigger provides clients with zealous, personalized, and affordable representation.  Your representation begins with a free consultation by phone or personal appointment to review your case with Ms. Trigger and determine your options moving forward and what method of representation would benefit your case the most.  If Ms. Trigger's representation is right for you, she will develop a case strategy unique to your circumstances.  As you navigate the legal system, you will be in frequent contact with her and will be personally represented by her throughout the process--no handing your case off to a paralegal or junior attorney in this office.. Ms. Trigger is best known for her excellence in oral advocacy.  You will always feel well-represented as she delivers compelling arguments on your behalf and uses creative techniques to get the best results possible. Most importantly, Ms. Trigger is never afraid to take a case to trial.

Marissa Vandersluys joined Bates Winter & Talmachoff, LLP as a civil litigator, primarily focused on defense litigation. She is experienced in handling cases involving automobile insurance, homeowner’s and renter’s insurance, and personal injury matters. Ms. Vandersluys has successfully handled cases through informal settlement negotiations, mediations, and settlement conferences.. Ms. Vandersluys’ experience includes prior retention as panel counsel for CSAA Insurance, State Farm Insurance, and Progressive Insurance. Her prior practice also comprises of general civil litigation, criminal defense, and bankruptcy.. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIP. • California Bar Association• Association of Defense Counsel• Women Lawyers of Sacramento• California Women Lawyers

Kristin M. Kaminski is admitted to practice in California, Nevada and Wisconsin. As an experienced estate planning and administration attorney, Kristin takes a hands-on approach to client representation and works to create a strategy to fit each family’s individual needs. Kristin works with trustees, executors, and personal representatives to assist them navigate the trust or estate administration process. Kristin also assists heirs and beneficiaries to preserve their interests and she is prepared to protect her clients’ rights in the courtroom.. Kristin earned her Juris Doctorate from Marquette University Law School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where she received Dean’s List honors and admittance into the Law School’s Pro Bono Honors Society. While in law school, Kristin successfully represented claimants in contested unemployment insurance hearings. She also gained experience interning with the U.S. Navy JAG Corps at Pearl Harbor, Hawai’i, and studied at the University of Hawai’i William S. Richardson School of Law. Kristin earned her Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Business and Management from Alverno College, a top-ranked Catholic women’s college, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.. Kristin is an active member in the community, serving on the board of the South Placer Estate Planning Council. Kristin is also a member of the Probate & Estate Planning Section of the Placer County Bar Association, the Rotary Club of Fair Oaks, and serves as a volunteer attorney with the Sacramento Estate Planning Clinic. Kristin was named a 2018 Northern California Rising Star with Super Lawyers.

I'm married to my beautiful wife, Sarah. I have 4 lovely daughters, ages 14, 18, 25 and 29. I love the outdoors and spending time with my family.

I love representing people and helping clients navigate the lemon law.  I started my career as a government attorney learning how to serve people.  Then I went on to represented big banks which provided me a lot of negotiation, settlement, and litigation experience.  It also gave me first handle knowledge on how large multi-national corporations work and do business.  Now I get the pleasure of serving individual people.  I derive great joy from bringing my clients results and I would love the chance to represent anyone struggling with a manufacturing defect with their vehicle.

I have been practicing family law for six years, and doing bankruptcies for four years. I have seen many family law cases from the initial filing, up to and including trial, when necessary. I focus on trying to settle issues amicably with a beneficial outcome for both sides.  However, when two parties cannot work together, I am 100% committed to making sure my client comes out ahead, if possible.  As far as bankruptcies are concerned, I have helped many people alleviate their debts, while still retaining their property. I am happy to have opened a new firm, Merus Law, in May 2012 with my two law partners.

I have been defending children charged with crimes since 2001.  Children in Juvenile Delinquency Court face consequences that can drastically impact their future.  It is crucial that children and parents understand their rights, as well as the short and long term consequences of their decisions in court.  Please come in for a free consultation before your child faces the judge.

I have been a part of the legal profession for almost 20 years, and have been a practicing attorney for the last 12 years. I learned at a young age how devastating the legal system can be and attempted to become a part of the solution shortly thereafter.. After working in a private firm assisting those with debilitating injuries regain their livelihood, I learned how difficult the legal system can be to navigate. I have participated in legal research, assisted clients in both criminal and civil cases, have been an advocate through numerous bankruptcy proceedings, and helped clients plan for the future while protecting assets and loved ones.. I have been fortunate enough to have learned from numerous well-respected and knowledgeable my years in the legal industry, I have develpoed a passion for estate planning and ensuring that families and their loved ones are protected at a time when they need it most.. As a mom of two, I understand the desire to protect the ones you love. As someone who has worked hard to be successful, I understand the desire to protet your assets. My goal is to help you do both.

I am a family law attorney practicing in the greater Sacramento area including Sacramento, Placer and Yolo Counties. I am a tenacious advocate and a compassionate legal advisor and I have had experience at small boutique firms as well as large national offices.. I have extensive experience in criminal and civil law and I utilize the skills I have gained to provide excellent service to my clients.. Justice is not blind if you fight for your rights and I will be there with you every step of the way.

Harman Randhawa is an attorney with a real estate background who resides in Roseville, California with his family. He graduated from UC Irvine with a degree in Economics and went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from Western State University College of Law in Irvine, California. During law school, he was also the recipient of Honor Roll and a Witkin Award for Academic Excellence in the area of Negotiations.. As an attorney, Harman has litigated hundreds of cases in state courts representing large insurance companies and large private employers. Because of his background, he is able to analyze and interpret lengthy contracts and provide his clients with an adept simplified explanation of its terms. His goal is to ensure his clients are always protected and are in the most advantageous position at every step of the way.. As someone who enjoys analyzing numbers, Harman feels passionate about real estate and has personal experience investing in commercial and residential real estate. He has a deep interest in the economy and stays up to date on factors influencing the market and housing prices. Harman is also multilingual and speaks: English, Punjabi, and Hindi fluently.. “I believe my legal background, negotiation skills, and passion for real estate is an asset to my clients to ensure they are able to make informed decisions on potentially one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives.”. Harman also works for a California based residential and commercial mortgage and real estate company — Attorneys Funding Group, Inc.

Former prosecutor now a five-star defense attorney helping people avoid and defeat criminal charges.  There is enormous value in understanding your opponent in any negotiation, and Ryan Couzens knows this only too well. He spent sixteen years on the other side of the courtroom, prosecuting cases for the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney, Ryan supervised Yolo’s felony trial teams, Case Charging Unit, and Major Crimes Unit before deciding to move into criminal defense. His insight into prosecution strategies is invaluable to his clients, but even more important is Ryan’s motivation for changing sides.. Ryan practices criminal defense because he wants to help people, individual people, facing real, specific obstacles in their lives. As Ryan says, “When you’re a prosecutor, you’re representing the interests of the community at large – the People of the State of California. When you’re defending, you’re representing that person sitting right next to you in court, and only that person. I want to advocate for that person who is in trouble and help them move past it.” This passion earned the respect of professional colleagues.  According to David Cohen, founding Partner of the Cohen Defense Group, “Ryan had a reputation in Yolo as a compassionate but tough-as-nails DA who gave his all to every case, working hard, using bold tactics, and checking every detail. He was a fierce and respected prosecutor. Yet his transformation to criminal defense has been rapid and seamless. I knew he would be great with legal analysis, courtroom presence, and trial and negotiation tactics. What I couldn’t see coming was his remarkable ability to work with his clients. Ryan is patient, makes himself available, listens to his clients, explains things clearly, and truly cares about their fate.”. Ryan has the law in his veins. He is a third-generation attorney whose father, Hon. J. Richard Couzens, served as a judge on the Placer County bench. Ryan was raised understanding the gravity of the law and the impact that it has on people’s lives. He sees law as a profession of service to the community and acts to better the justice system wherever he can. For instance, Ryan cares deeply about mental health issues, which stems in part from raising two severely disabled children, for whom he is a constant advocate. This led to him contributing to the definitive guide for the State’s new Mental Health Diversion program (Penal Code ). As a prosecutor, Ryan created a “Harm Reduction” policy diverting those caught with drugs into treatment instead of prosecution. In an effort to make the criminal justice system more transparent and unbiased, Ryan authored Penal Code section 13370, the Justice Data Accountability and Transparency Act (JDATA), and Penal Code Section 741, requiring prosecuting agencies to implement race-blind charging in criminal cases. The adoption of Ryan’s proposed legislation into law is a testament to both his legal expertise and his concern for the welfare of the individual.. One of Ryan’s greatest strengths as a defense attorney is the experience he gained from his years in the DA’s office, where he did 46 jury trials, including multiple homicides, drug conspiracies, domestic violence, DUIs, robberies and other crimes.  He was one of only two attorneys to be twice voted Attorney of the Year by his colleagues.  “I was a prosecutor for 16 years, so I have perspective on what motivates DA’s, what drives their decisions. I know what it takes for them to prove a case.” That means Ryan also sees the shortcomings in the DA’s case and that’s where his passion for the law comes in. Ryan sees litigation as a battle and puts in the work to prepare accordingly. He spends hours researching case law, writing briefs, and preparing arguments. Ryan’s experience coupled with his enthusiasm for the work make him a powerful advocate and an exceptional defense attorney.. Ryan attended McGeorge School of Law where he was at the top of his class in Criminal Law and received the American Jurisprudence Award. He received his Juris Doctor degree from the prestigious Boalt Hall at U.C. Berkeley, where he extern-clerked for the California Supreme Court and went on to a federal clerkship in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California. Before he found his calling in criminal law, Ryan practiced civil litigation for four years, including for the prestigious global law firm of Latham & Watkins LLP, where he worked on cases for clients such as the City of San Diego, Chevron and the National Football League.. Prior to practicing law, Ryan served in the United States Navy for five years where, in his free time, he did civic activities such as “Project White Hat,” helping terminally ill children and their families in Chicago, Illinois.. Born and raised in Placer County, Ryan was admitted to the California Bar in 2001. Education: University of Maryland, Asian Division; (B.S., Information Systems Management, 1996); McGeorge School of Law (First Year of Study, 1998); Boalt Hall, University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 2001). Member: Placer County Bar Association.  When he isn’t working, Ryan spends time with his family and engages in activities that support his children, including participation in special needs sports.

Evan Samuelson is a divorce and family law attorney with more than 20 years of experience. Born and raised in the New York area, Evan has since established a career as one of the leading family law attorneys in Placer County. He practices exclusively in the field of family law, a focus which helps him to achieve the best possible results for his clients.

David M. Daniels is a partner in Freeman Mathis & Gary's Sacramento office. Mr. Daniels has over 23 years of trial and transactional experience in cases involving: professional and medical malpractice, complex insurance coverage, class action litigation, construction, labor and employment law, catastrophic injuries, commercial litigation, and hospitality law. He has successfully litigated numerous cases in California's state and federal courts, in addition to handling a multitude of arbitrations and mediations.. Mr. Daniels has substantial experience in employment practices, risk management, insurance defense, and business law. He has led and counseled executives, corporations, and non-profit organizations on liability and exposure issues throughout his career. Mr. Daniels approaches his client's legal issues with reasonable, creative, and cost-effective solutions.

Craig A. Harris is a Partner at the Law Offices of Daniel A. Hunt. His practice focuses on estate planning, trust administration, pre-nuptial agreements, probate, and conservatorships. Growing up in the Roseville area, Craig admired the integrity with which his attorney father practiced law, a quality he strives to emulate in his own legal practice today.. After earning a Bachelor’s Degree in History from Brigham Young University, Craig entered law school at the University of the Pacific – McGeorge School of Law. During law school, Craig was a member of the Traynor Society and Moot Court Honors Board. He graduated with Distinction from McGeorge School of Law with a concentration in Business Law.. After his first year of law school, Craig began working as a law clerk for a local estate planning attorney and quickly knew that he had found his practice area of choice. He enjoys helping clients find peace of mind by creating custom estate plans to meet their individual needs.. Craig is a member of the California State Bar, Sacramento County Bar Association, Placer County Bar Association, California Lawyer’s Association, BYU Management Society, and J. Reuben Clark Law Society. He serves as Vice President of Marketing for the South Placer Estate Planning Council.. Outside of work, Craig enjoys spending time with his wife and four children. He’s passionate about college football and loves playing pickleball and board games with his wife and friends.

BigLaw Experience
Until starting a successful solo practice in January 2013, Alex spent nearly his entire 12-year career with large, international firms in Los Angeles and Sacramento, including the largest law firm in the world, DLA Piper.. Complex Litigation Expertise
Alex excels in handling cases with complicated and novel legal and factual issues in every area of the law, on both sides of a case. He’s skilled at quickly becoming immersed in the applicable law of a given case as well as at learning his clients’ particular business and industry. He’s successfully represented some of the largest companies in California and the United States in multi-million dollar lawsuits. For more information on the types of cases Alex handles, click here.. Leading Sacramento Litigator
For three years running, Alex’s peers have voted him as a Northern California Super Lawyers “Rising Star” (awarded to just 2.5% of attorneys in the area) and the Sacramento Business Journal has included him as one of a select few Sacramento-area lawyers in its inaugural “Best of the Bar” list two years in a row.. Strong Academic Credentials
Alex graduated with honors from UC Berkeley (where he also played alto saxophone in the University of California Marching Band). After leaving Cal, he graduated Order of the Coif (in the top 10 percent of his graduating class) from Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, where he was an editor on one of Loyola’s three law reviews and competed for two years on a top-ten nationally ranked mock trial team.. Accomplished Advocate
Alex has been praised in the legal community for his legal writing, including his unparalleled attention to detail. He has scored many victories for his clients “on the papers.” He’s also a skilled oral advocate: he’s quick on his feet, knows his way around a courtroom, and doesn’t lose his temper.. Innovative Marketing and Branding
His prior firm, Alex Medina Law, took attorney marketing and branding to a different level. Alex blended his own unique style with cutting-edge technology to provide relevant—and often humorous—content in a space usually lacking both. Click these links to check out examples of Alex Medina Law’s blog, videos, graphics, and podcasts. Stay tuned to see how Medina McKelvey builds on Alex’s innovative approach to legal marketing.. Committed to His Profession
Alex holds and has held numerous leadership positions, including as the past president of the Federal Bar Association and as a current attorney representative of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, where he interacts closely with federal judges and practitioners to serve the bench and bar. He’s dedicated numerous hours to serving clients on a pro bono basis, recently celebrating a victory where fines levied against two local farmers by a county department of agriculture were dropped. Alex is also a member of the following professional organizations:. Committed to Integrity and to His Community
Alex holds to the highest possible ethical and moral standards in his practice and in his personal life. These convictions lead him to be active in his community and to support numerous local and international charitable organizations. One recent example of this is Medina McKelvey’s support of local food banks, including the firm’s pledge to match donations up to $10,000 annually. More information can be found here.. Committed to His Family
Alex has been happily married to his wife of more than 10 years. He’s also the proud dad of four ball-throwing, dad-wrestling, Lego-building, book-loving, couch-jumping, vegetable-avoiding young boys.

BigLaw Experience
Brandon was a partner in the Labor & Employment Department of Seyfarth Shaw LLP (a top-tier international employment law firm with over 700 attorneys) where he co-led the California Class Action Group, was a contributing author for wage and hour and employment law treatises, and regularly gave presentations and blogged on California employment law.. Accomplished Litigator
Prior to working at Seyfarth Shaw, Brandon was a full-service litigator representing individuals and businesses in a variety of contexts, including class actions and complex business and employment disputes. He has worked on some of the biggest class action cases in California and was a member of the trial team on one of the largest and longest class action trials on record.. Employment Defense
Brandon has successfully represented some of the largest companies in California and the United States in multimillion-dollar employment lawsuits. For more information on the types of cases Brandon handles, click here.. Advice and Counseling
Brandon has counseled Fortune 500 companies, large privately held companies, and small businesses on California employment law compliance, with a focus on California’s wage and hour laws.. Skilled Class Action Litigator
Brandon has litigated class actions his entire 14-year career and has experience on both sides of the bar, helping him see a case from all angles, assess exposure at the outset of a case, and deliver a range of practical solutions to clients. He has helped clients defeat class certification on many occasions. Click here to view a short video on employment class action solutions for businesses.. Wage and Hour Defense
He has defended wage and hour class, collective, multi-party, and representative actions in every federal court in California, in every major county in the Central Valley and Bay Area, and on appeal at both the federal and state levels. He also leads the Cal Wage Hour Law initiative at Medina McKelvey, which provides businesses with a variety of options for evaluating and defending wage and hour lawsuits.. Business Focus
Brandon has handled employment lawsuits, including class and collective litigation, in a wide number of industries. He has a passion for learning the way businesses work and tailoring a legal solution that is right for the client’s business and industry.. Industry Emphasis
While at Seyfarth, Brandon created the Central Valley Food & Wine Law Group to address a wave of wage hour lawsuits against Central Valley employers. He now leads the Food Wine Law initiative at Medina McKelvey, which seeks to bring food, wine, and law together for clients in a variety of industries, including the food and wine industry.. Innovation
While at Seyfarth, Brandon started a first-of-its-kind California employment law blog aimed at finding creative ways to deliver practical solutions on issues that employers regularly face, in an easy-to-read format. Brandon is in the process of creating a new way for clients to get legal updates outside the crowded blogosphere. Stay tuned for more information.. Client Service
Brandon has developed new ways of communicating with clients that make it easier for them to quickly read emails and stay up to date on large cases and projects, including “At-A-Glance Case Updates.” He uses a unique writing style and format to keep communications focused and easy to read, while providing decision points and a clear roadmap for clients.. Strong Credentials
Brandon graduated from UC Davis School of Law (Executive Editor of the Law Review) where he authored a published law review article that has since been cited by numerous legal journals and courts. He grew up in Southeastern Michigan and graduated from Wayne State University (magna cum laude) in Detroit. The Sacramento Business Journal has included him as one of a select few Sacramento-area lawyers in its inaugural “Best of the Bar” list.. Community and Professional Commitments
Brandon holds to the highest ethical and moral standards in his practice and in his personal life. He is a member of the California State Bar, the American Bar Association, and the Federal Bar Association. He is active in his community and supports numerous local and international charitable organizations. He has donated significant time and money to pro bono and charitable work with CARE, the Placer County Food Bank, and other local charities. He has been pro bono counsel for Placer County Food Bank for the last four years.. Family Commitment
Brandon has been happily married to his wife for more than 14 years. He’s also the proud dad of a young daughter and a black Labrador Retriever.

As long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to be an attorney. Some people find that odd since typically the word attorney does not convey positive thoughts. Attorneys are often portrayed as aggressive, deceitful, opportunistic, and focused only on money. That’s not who I am, and that’s not my motivation to practice law. I was fortunate to grow up in a family that taught me strong values and the benefits of hard work. My motivation to practice law is to help others overcome challenges in their lives and to protect their hard-earned property and assets. Sometimes these challenges require legal advice and direction, and that’s where I can help.. I am a life-long resident of Placer County. I graduated from Whitney High School and earned my undergraduate degree at UC Davis. I received my Juris Doctorate from the University of Pacific McGeorge School of Law and passed the California State Bar Exam. My law firm is located in Placer County and my goal is to make a positive impact on the lives of the members of my community. I bring a unique perspective as a person with empathy who will listen to you and endeavor to understand your situation. As a female attorney, I also offer the opportunity to provide legal help to clients who are more comfortable working with a woman. You will not feel intimidated by me, nor pressured or ignored. I want you to be comfortable – yet assured that your legal needs will be addressed and professionally administered. I began Your Property Law Firm with the goal of providing a unique personal experience for my clients. I hope you agree that I have accomplished that.

"Danielle Nygren works hard and relishes a challenge. She recently graduated from the U.C. Irvine School of Law with High Honors for working more pro bono hours than anyone else in her class. While Danielle was excelling academically, she put in over 400 hours on real-life cases at a number of Public Defender’s offices in Southern California. Her enthusiasm and talent make her an exceptional young attorney, and we are proud to have her on our team.. Danielle currently works in our misdemeanor and domestic violence units, where hard work and dedication matter. Fascinated with the criminal justice system and the power to protect people’s rights, Danielle says, “What motivates me to work so hard is feeling like I am someone’s advocate, their warrior – trained, informed, and ready to go to battle for them.”. Danielle fights many of those battles in the pre-trial phases of her cases. “I get fired up about discovery issues and police misconduct. Holding the District Attorney accountable to turn over their information and challenging police misconduct can really turn the tables in our favor. I love bail review arguments because I can get my client out of custody and that makes a difference for them.”. While in school, Danielle worked for the Sacramento County Public Defender, the Orange County Public Defender, the Santa Barbara Public Defender, the Clemency Project (where she sought a presidential pardon for her client), the Innocence Appeal Project (where she sought exoneration for her clients from the California Supreme Court), and a Criminal Justice Clinic and an Immigrant Rights Clinic through U.C. Irvine.. Her work experience in law school earned Danielle some notoriety in the community and brought her to the attention of the Cohen Defense Group’s managing partner, David Cohen, who says, “Adding Danielle Nygren to the Cohen Defense Group was an easy decision. She graduated from one of the state’s most innovative law schools in the top of her class, worked extensively on informant issues arising from the infamous Orange County jail snitch program, and successfully overturned the deportation of a U.S. Army veteran while working with the UC Irvine Immigration Clinic. This showed me that Danielle has a high level of dedication to the work and, more importantly, Danielle is a winner. She has quickly proven herself a strong advocate for our clients.”. She became a member of the state bar in 2018. Education: University of California, Irvine, CA (B.A. Social Ecology 2014); University of California School of Law, Irvine, CA (J.D., 2018). Member: State Bar of California, Placer County Bar Association."