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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.

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

John F. Richey grew up in his family business and is keenly familiar with the ins-and-outs and ups-and-downs that come with running a business. He also understands the “first in, last out” mentality required to make a business successful. After witnessing the problems caused by poor legal representation and advice to his family’s business, John decided that the best way to help others avoid similar pitfalls was to become a lawyer.. John found time to complete law school, volunteered with the Sacramento County Public Defender’s Office, formed a legal non-profit to assist the elderly with end-of-life legal representation, and became a reserve Sheriff Deputy with the Placer County Sheriff’s Office, all while he and his wife raised 4 young children and worked full-time.. He’s currently licensed to practice law in the State of Idaho, the State of California, and their federal districts. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the State Bar of California, the State Bar of Idaho, the J. Reuben Clark Law Society, and the ABA Forum on Franchising.. He has represented clients in a variety of matters in the United States and internationally, including Spain, France, the Netherlands, throughout South America, Canada, and China. His clients range from global corporations to small mom-and-pop companies with cases ranging from wrongfully terminated employees to administrators in estate planning matters. Helping others is in John’s DNA.. When not assisting clients, John can be found working around his property or spending time outdoors golfing and paddleboarding with his 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 came to the Sacramento area as a child in the late 1950's.  I have been married for 45 years to my wife, Marti, and we are happy to call Roseville our home for the past 16 years.  We have two children and one grandchild.  All  live locally.  We are a close family and include eah other in most of our free time activities.. My wife and I enjoy photography and spend as much time as we can traveling in California (there is so much to photograph close to home), and other states, and when the opportunity arises we travel out of the country photographing landscapes and people.. I enjoy my work and do not plan on a full retirement.  I prefer to keep busy with meaningful activity.  My maternal grandfather was an attorney and local judge in Linn County, Oregon, and served a term in the Oregon legislature in the 1940's.  I guess being an attorney is in my blood.

I am passionate about advocating for injured workers and specialize in helping clients navigate the complexities of the legal system in workers’ compensation, personal injury and family law matters. I am driven by a passion for justice and achieving the most favorable outcome for my clients while protecting their rights. I have extensive knowledge and experience representing public safety workers, including police, firefighters, corrections, probation and parole.. While studying law at Lincoln Law School of Sacramento, I gained experience working in the Taxpayers’ Rights Advocate Office at the California State Board of Equalization, and successfully recovered a significant amount of tax liability relief and reimbursement while representing individuals, business owners and corporate offices during appeals versus the California Franchise Tax Board and Board of California State Board of Equalization.. Prior to beginning practicing law, I earned a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Business Administration degrees at Saint Mary’s College of California, focusing on Operations Management and Strategic Planning. I spent 20 years in various levels of senior management, including director-level roles, in technology and distribution and supply chain industries.. Contact Thomas by email, or phone and schedule a free consultation.

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.

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.

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.

"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."