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With thirty years of legal experience, Kamila Al-Najjar is a dedicated advocate known for her passion for social justice and community service. After graduating from a public interest law school, she launched her own practice in Santa Rosa in 2012, focusing on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and the formation of small businesses and non-profits. Kamila’s background also includes appellate work on serious felony convictions, showcasing her skill in complex legal matters. Beyond her legal practice, she has been a strong advocate for victims of hate crimes and domestic violence, providing counseling and support through a prominent non-profit organization. Currently, Kamila serves as legal counsel for a Sonoma County non-profit, where she continues to make a meaningful impact through her dedication to justice and advocacy.

With her background in education and as a mother of two, Morna has always placed a priority in children and family. That priority, along with her own experience in the divorce process, lead her to a practice in Family Law. A resident of Sonoma County for over twenty years, Morna obtained her BA in Liberal Studies from the Hutchins School at Sonoma State University and a JD from Empire College.. Prior to opening her own practice she worked for five years for several established Family Law firms in Santa Rosa as both a paralegal and law clerk. She volunteered for Sonoma County Legal Aid, and clerked for the Marin Public Defenders Office in their Juvenile Dependency division. Originally she sought to pursue Juvenile Law, however, she has found that in Family Law she has an opportunity to aid both parents and children through her practice.. "I enjoy Family Practice because it allows me to use my legal background in many different aspects of the law, and to work with parents and their children, couples, and families towards a more constructive outcome at a very difficult time. I am particularly satisfied when couples are able to come to amicable agreements and make their own decisions through counsel. I strive to gear my practice towards outcomes of this kind and to offer my clients a positive and productive way to settle their disputes."

When you are being harassed by creditors or looking to establish a will or trust, you should turn to the team at the Law Office of James A. Zakasky. The firm offers legal services in the areas of bankruptcy, probate and estate planning. They have years of experience handling cases in California courts. Their team believes in treating clients with respect and care through all steps of their issues. Give them a call today to receive your case evaluation at no charge.

We look forward to personally meeting you virtually or in our Sonoma County office. Contact us today. Noreen is certified by the State Bar as an appellate specialist. She has decades of experience in civil appeals and in civil litigation. As a former State Legislator, Evans offers a unique background and perspective for your case on appeal and at trial. She has argued numerous cases in the state and federal trial and appellate courts and the California Supreme Court, involving land use, environmental law, CEQA, trust litigation, and personal injury litigation. She is the author of numerous pieces of significant legislation, including the Electronic Discovery Act, the Expedited Jury Trial Act, and the Homeowners Bill of Rights, the first law of its kind in the nation providing homeowners certain rights in foreclosure proceedings.. Noreen has been practicing law since 1982. While in law school, she clerked for the Third District Court of Appeal. She served in the California State Legislature for a decade and was responsible for numerous pieces of legislation relating to the administration of justice. In 2012, she was honored by the Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court with the Stanley Mosk Defender of Justice Award. She chaired the State Senate Committee on the Judiciary and served on the Judicial Council for 4 years. She also co-chaired a statewide committee on access to justice.. EDUCATION. Noreen received her BA degree in Government (with honors) in 1978 from California State University, Sacramento. She graduated from University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law in 1981. In her third year at McGeorge, she wrote for and edited the first-ever edition of the Silversheets, a review of Nevada law.. After graduation from law school, Noreen studied International Business Law at the University of Salzburg, Austria, She completed an international law internship in Dublin, Ireland with A & L Goodbody, Solicitors.. EARLY LEGAL CAREER. From 1980-81, Noreen clerked for Justice Edwin Regan of the Third District Court of Appeal in Sacramento.. In 1982, Noreen was hired as an associate at Spridgen, Barrett, Achor, Luckhardt, Anderson, James & Ziegler, at that time the oldest and largest law firm north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Noreen was the firm’s first full-time female litigation attorney.. When the Spridgen firm dissolved later that year, Noreen became a litigation associate with Gray, O’Brien, Watters & Davis. She was made an equity partner in 1987.. PUBLIC SERVICE. In 1993, Noreen was appointed to the Santa Rosa Planning Commission, where she worked extensively with land use planning issues and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). She helped the City adopt its first Child Care Plan and Creek Restoration Plan.. In 1996, Noreen was elected to the Santa Rosa City Council, She served two terms on the City Council. As a City Councilmember, she was responsible for implementing the Creek Restoration Plan, the City’s Bike Plan, working to build the Prince Memorial Greenway on Santa Rosa Creek. Her vision, when first elected, was to build a passenger rail system and restore Santa Rosa’s downtown, including reunifying Courthouse Square. More than 2 decades later, this vision has become a reality with SMART rail service beginning in 2017, and Santa Rosa’s reunified Square.. In 2004, Noreen was elected to represent the 7th Assembly District in the California State Assembly. While in the Assembly, she was appointed by the Speaker to chair the Joint Legislative Committee on Budget in 2008, and charged with balancing the State’s budget during the global economic crisis of 2009/2010.. In 2010, Noreen was elected to the State Senate to represent the 2nd Senate District, including Solano, Napa, Marin, Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino and Humboldt Counties. In 2012, she chaired the Joint Legislative Committee on California’s Foreclosure Crisis, which resulted in the passage of The Homeowners Bill of Rights (AB 278/SB 900). The Homeowners Bill of Rights implements the historic 49-State Attorneys General settlement with five of the national’s largest banks and was the first of its kind in the nation. Noreen also chaired the Joint Legislative Women’s Caucus in 2010-2012 and served on the State Commission on the Status of Women.. From 2010-2014, Noreen chaired the Senate Committee on the Judiciary. and served four years on the Judicial Council, the governing body for all State courts.. In 2011, Noreen was honored as the first and only woman to receive the Judicial Council’s Stanley Mosk Defender of Justice Award for her decades of work ensuring access to justice.. Noreen is a founding Director of the Leadership Institute for Ecology and the Economy, located in Sonoma County and formerly served on the Board of Directors of Greenbelt Alliance.. RECENT LEGAL CAREER. Noreen returned to the full-time practice of law after completing her term in the State Senate in late 2014. Since then, she has been Of Counsel to O'Brien Watters & Davis, LLP, where she has handled numerous civil cases in the trial and appellate courts. Her practice focuses primarily on civil appeals and writs. In 2018, she won a significant victory for a local neighborhood organization in a high-profile matter against the County of Sonoma, based on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Her clients not only obtained a writ of mandate compelling the County to invalidate its development agreement, but they also recovered all of their fees and costs. Noreen recently successfully argued a groundbreaking case in the 9th Circuit, limiting the IRS' ability to obtain taxpayer records by subpoena. (JB v. United States, 916 F.3d 1161 (9th Cir., 2019.) In addition to her appellate and writ practice, she is representing thousands of local plaintiffs in litigation arising out of the 2017 wildfires in Sonoma, Napa and Mendocino Counties.. PUBLIC OFFICES HELD. 1993-1996 Planning Commissioner, City of Santa Rosa1996-2004 City Councilmember, City of Santa Rosa2004-2010 Assemblymember, CA State Assembly2010-2014 Senator, CA State Senate. COMMITTEES CHAIRED. Assembly Human ServicesAssembly Committee on BudgetJoint Legislative Committee on BudgetSenate Committee on JudiciarySenate Committee on Banking & Financial InstitutionsAssembly Select Committee on WineSenate Select Committee on WineLegislative Women’s Caucus. LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE AND CAUCUS MEMBERSHIPS. Senate Legislative Ethics CommitteeSenate Human ServicesSenate Committee on BudgetSenate Natural ResourcesSenate Governmental OrganizationAssembly JudiciaryAssembly Human ServicesAssembly Committee on BudgetAssembly Committee on Banking & FinanceAssembly Committee on Toxic MaterialsAssembly Governmental OrganizationJoint Committee on Fisheries and AquacultureAssembly Select Committee on Foster CareLegislative Women’s CaucusSenate Rural CaucusSenate Caucus on Ending Poverty and Inequality in California. LEGAL MEMBERSHIPS. Judicial Council 2011- 2014Law Revision Commission 2005-2008Commission on the Status of Women 2006-2014CA Coastal Conservancy 2008--2014CA Bar Association - Current memberSonoma County Bar Association - Current member. SIGNIFICANT LEGAL AWARDS. McGeorge School of Law Distinguished Alumni 2015. California Judges Association, Legislator of the Year 2010Judicial Council, Stanley Mosk Defender of Justice Award 2012Consumer Attorneys of California, Legislator of the Year 2013. SIGNIFICANT LEGISLATION AUTHORED. ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICEElectronic Discovery Act (AB 5 of 2009; now Code of Civil Procedure §§ et seq.) Establishes rules for discovery of electronically-stored information in civil casesExpedited Jury Trial Act (SB 2284 of 2010; now Code of Civil Procedure §§ et seq.) Reduces the number of jurors in small civil casesSmall Claims Court: (AB 712 of 2009 amending Code of Civil Procedure §) Enables Small Claims Courts to grant equitable reliefState Bar Governance Reform: (SB 163 of 2011) Reformed the governance structure of the California State Bar Association, expanding public participation and improving accountability.. FORECLOSURESHomeowners Bill of Rights (SB 900, 2012). WINERIESNon-profit donations: AB 323 (2007) enabling wineries to donate wine to non-profit organizationsWinery picnic areas: AB 2004 (2008) allowing visitors to a winery to drink wine in the winery picnic areaTasting events: AB 2090 (2008) creating a temporary license to allow wine grape commissions, associations and other organizations to organize tasting eventsSecond tasting rooms: AB 1470 (2009) allowing second tasting rooms not located on winery groundsSonoma County wines: AB 1798 (2010) protecting wine produced in Sonoma County by establishing stricter labeling requirements. OTHERVeterans: SB 10 (2011) Permits Allied Councils to represent the interests of veterans in Veterans Homes before the State LegislatureCounty fairs: AB 2258 (2008) protecting county fair funding originating from licensing fees on horseracing eventsConsumer protection: AB 1216 (2009; amending Food & Agriculture Code §29413) requiring labeling for honey produced in CaliforniaCriminal Justice: SB 59 (2013) broadens the statutory definition of rape to include rape by fraud

Theresa Fritz was raised in Brooklyn, New York and received her Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree, in Political Science and Philosophy, from Binghamton University, after attending a Fine Arts program. She received her law degree from UCLA School of Law. Having been admitted in 1988 to practice law in California, she has over 30 years of experience as an Attorney. While she primarily practices in Northern CA, she advises clients in the Bay Area and throughout California.. Theresa Fritz is bi-lingual, English/Spanish. She has extensive experience in Labor & Employment law. She counsels new and established businesses, advising on the legal aspects of running a business, including start-up, business organizational planning, Board planning, preparing contracts, Handbooks, and employee wage and regulation compliance, with an emphasis on advising and assisting clients to implement preventative measures. She advocates for her clients before government agencies (including the EDD and the Labor Commissioner) and represents Businesses and Non-Profit Organizations (including Churches) in litigation matters as well as Mediations and Arbitrations. Ms. Fritz' Fine Arts background allows for a unique insight into Arts related matters and the representation of Artists, Galleries and Museums.. The Fritz Law Offices, founded in 1993, with her partner, William Fritz, provides its clients legal advise in the areas of business and employment law, Contruction law and Bankruptcy filing.  The firm strives to provide high quality, efficient and personal service. We provide our clients with the peace of mind of knowing that their matter is being handled in a prompt and professional manner. Our firm prides itself with maintaining the latest computer, scanning and on-line technology, which allows us to provide our clients with up-to-date and efficient business and legal services. With personal attention to each and every case, we analyze every stage of a case to minimize potential risks and costly litigation, using current technology and innovative approaches to achieve positive results.

The importance of "justice for all" cannot be understated. My goal is to provide compassionate representation with poise, no matter the charge. May Lady Justice be with you.

The Fritzinger in Berry & Fritzinger, P.C. is Elizabeth Fritzinger, a woman who not only understands how to get the job done – any job – she knows how to accomplish it strategically, efficiently, and with a smile. Her advocacy, tenacious as it is, is perfectly balanced by her engaging manner, her quick wit, and her unending commitment to finding collaborative solutions to her client’s problems.. Elizabeth’s ultimate goal – and, in fact, the ultimate goal of every issue that Berry & Fritzinger, P.C. handles – is to develop strategies which lead to early victories and save her client time and resources. When faced with complex legal issues, she uses innovative thinking to turn cases around and deliver positive outcomes that promote her client’s long-term objectives. Should it come to a jury trial, Elizabeth’s approach is simple: outwork, out-prepare, and outthink the other side. This intense preparation, along with her intimate knowledge of her client’s business, allows her to be at ease in the courtroom and deliver outstanding results.

The Berry in Berry & Fritzinger, P.C. is David Berry, a man who is at his best in the courtroom. Widely recognized as a gifted advocate for his clients, David has successfully tried complex cases involving real estate, business transactions, construction defects, and probate matters in his illustrious career. For David, solving a client’s problem is only one aspect of his job. He also provides long-term counsel and actionable strategies his clients can benefit from as they do business in the future.. Though David is at his best in the courtroom, his primary objective is solving his client’s legal challenges quickly and effectively. He’s committed to providing the kind of collaborative and innovative counsel that supports the goals of his clients while striving to identify the ideal solution for their specific issue. If trying the case is in the client’s best interests then that’s what he’ll do, but he’s just as willing to find a creative settlement if that’s the better course.

Thank you for visiting me on the web. The fact is, you probably aren't here because you're having a great day. People call or investigate law firms when confronted with difficult and sometimes complicated issues, or when they've recognized those issues may be beyond their own ability to resolve. What you need is help. Help that comes in the form of a knowledgeable, professional, confident and experienced legal team that embodies competence and integrity. In every effort I make, I strive to provide the highest quality of legal services available.. As Managing Attorney of our firm, my goal is to exceed your expectations for the resolution you seek. In every service and legal need KCEH fulfills, I direct that our services be efficient and friendly, and that we always consider you and those things you need most. While every case is important, it's equally important to remember that every case is as unique as you are. I prepare your case with this in mind, and I do it well because I've taken the time to understand who you are and what makes your case different. Whether you're an injured party or being sued for an alleged wrong, you'll have our expertise and attention every step of the way.. KCEH maintains deep ties to the communities we serve, personally and professionally. From individuals providing community service, to our firm providing select pro bono services. Each of our attorneys is involved in one or more local, state and/or Federal organizations serving to improve the community, legally and civically.. Please take advantage of my FREE consultation by calling me at or, if you're more comfortable doing so, fill out our online form located on the front page of our website. The form will be reviewed quickly and someone will contact you within 1 business day. Thank you for considering KCEH. I look forward to showing you the depth of our commitment!

Susannah Noble is an attorney practicing family law and civil matters. During law school, Susannah participated in the Elder Law and Small Claims Advisory clinics, and later worked as an Assistant Professor of the Elder Law Clinic. In November 2016, Susannah was recognized by the Sonoma County Bar Association for her "dedication, leadership, and compassion in providing assistance and care to the senior citizens of the Redwood Empire." Susannah was a recipient of the Sonoma County Bar Association's 2016 Pro Bono Awards.. Susannah also worked as a law clerk for the Sonoma County Office of the Public Defender and as a paralegal in various fields including civil transactional law, business law, criminal defense, trusts & estates, and family law.. Susannah is an advocate for outdoor elementary education and public education reform. Her favorite title and professional achievement is "Mom".

Steve Spiegelman Practices Criminal Law, DUI Law, Medical Marijuana Law, Drug Law, Domestic Violence, Suspended Licenses, Serious Felonies. He is not afraid to go to trial and protect your Fourth Amendment Rights. Free consultation. Spanish speaking clients welcome

Since Ms. Keenan was admitted to the California State Bar in 1999, her legal career has been focused entirely on divorce, custody, and support issues. Ms. Keenan has extensive experience in family law and her strong negotiating skills are of particular importance when dealing with challenging issues during marital dissolution, custody or support proceedings. She believes in advocating for her clients in a stern but compassionate manner. She understands the importance of being an excellent listener and giving clients the undivided patience and support they need during this extremely challenging time in their lives. In 2012 Martindale Hubbell selected Ms. Keenan for the Client Distinction Award.

Since 2005, I have practiced law primarily in the fields of Employment Law, Administrative Law, Contract Law, and Healthcare Law. I represent a variety of professionals and businesses ranging from doctors, veterinarians, accountants, and brokers, to breweries, wine importers, private schools, trucking companies, and automotive repair shops.. This included representation before the State Personnel Board, Office of Administrative Hearings, all boards and bureaus within Department of Consumer Affairs (e.g. Medical Board of California, etc.), Labor Commissioner, and various County, City, and Municipal Civil Service Commissions. Services range from obtaining and defending licenses, participation in government benefit programs, and resolving business disputes.. I also helped form dozens of healthcare professional practices, serving as general counsel to them. And I oversaw my most recent employer’s marketing, public relations, and served as its In-house General Counsel, advising its Board of Directors, and Officers, as it continued to grow as a business.. Prior to that, I oversaw the business operations of a 25-member law firm that employed a staff of over 150. My management areas included Client Service, Marketing, Public Relations, Human Resources, and Information Technology. In this role, I also represented thousands of the firm’s individual and business clients before the Internal Revenue Service.. I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and received his law degree at the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2005. While in law school, I served as a judicial extern for the Honorable James A. Richman of the Superior Court of California, Alameda County and as a research project assistant for Assistant Dean Carolyn Butler and Professors D. Gordon Smith and John Ohnesorge.. I am licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin and the State of California. I am also admitted to practice law before the U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, Central, Eastern, and Northern Districts of California. I am a member of the Federalist Society, California Academy of Attorneys for Healthcare Practitioners, Schwartz-Levi American Inn of Courts, and Sonoma County Bar Associations. I was named a Top Employment Attorney by Sacramento Magazine in 2015-2016, a Rising Star in Northern California by Super Lawyers in 2017-2020, a Top Attorney of Northern California by San Francisco Magazine in 2017-2020, a Top Employment Attorney by San Diego Magazine in 2018-2019, and a Top Administrative Law Attorney by Sonoma Magazine in 2021-2022.. My primary practice area is presently Litigation. Within that broad field, I primarily handle matters arising from Workplace and Employment Regulation, Contract Law, Professional Licensing and Regulation, Business Formation Law, Government and Administrative Law, Healthcare Law, Real Estate and Land Use, Intellectual Property, and Public Agency Law. I have years of experience handling Litigation, Appeals, Writs of Mandate (Traditional and Administrative), Administrative Hearings (before Federal, State, and Local Agencies), and Wage Claim matters.

Since 2003, Banyan Parker has been a prominent attorney in the realm of personal injury law. Her wealth of experience and formidable acumen as a mediator enables her to adeptly steer clients toward achieving fair and just resolutions. Banyan's commitment to her clients is evident in her approach, as she prioritizes their needs and works diligently to secure favorable outcomes. She invites prospective clients to read genuine testimonials from former clients, reflecting her dedication and success in the field. Banyan is available for a FREE consultation, providing an opportunity for individuals to discuss their cases and receive professional guidance tailored to their unique situations.

Since 1995, Attorney Bret E. Campoy has been practicing family law in Santa Rosa, California.. In 2008, he became certified by the State of California as a specialist in this field. Mr. Campoy graduated with distinction from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law where he was awarded the American Jurisprudence Award in Legal Process and admitted to the Roger J. Traynor Honor Society.. Mr. Campoy is a member of the American Bar Association, the California Bar Association and the Sonoma County Bar Association. He has also been admitted to practice in federal court.. Mr. Campoy has sat on the California Bar Association’s Support North Committee, which made recommendations to the California Bar Association, and the Sonoma County Family Law Committee, which acts as a liaison between the Court and the Family Law Bar.. Prior to beginning his practice in Sonoma County, Mr. Campoy worked with the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office, the United States District Attorney’s Office in Sacramento, and the Marin Family Law Center.

Since 1977, Douglas Provencher has applied his experience and expertise to helping his clients throughout the California Bay Area. His background includes representing individuals and businesses in contract disputes, insolvency cases, professional liability lawsuits, real estate matters and more. He has tried numerous jury and court cases in both state and federal courts with an excellent record of beneficial results. The California State Bar certifies Mr. Provencher as a specialist in Bankruptcy Law. He conducts regular bankruptcy workshops for low-income residents in Marin, Sonoma, Lake and Mendocino Counties as part of the California Rural Legal Assistance office.

Serving clients throughout the Santa Rosa area, the attorneys from Flahavan Law Offices provide effective and experienced legal representation for personal injury and wrongful death claims. By having a strong dedication to our clients, our father and son team of attorneys strives to meet and surpass your professional standards. With over five combined decades of legal experience, our personal injury attorneys have a proven track record of success in numerous areas. Follow the links below to learn more about the personal injury attorneys available to you through our offices, or call us to schedule a free initial consultation

Robert Blevans is a Partner at Blevans & Blevans LLP. A skilled and experienced litigator, he has been Board Certified in Family Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization since 1983. He has been practicing law for more than 40 years, 24 of which he has spent in Northern California. At Blevans & Blevans LLP, Robert assists clients with a wide variety of complex legal issues, including high net-worth divorces, business/startup valuation, family law mediation, and more.. Robert is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and past President of the Northern California Chapter of the Academy. In 2010, he received the Fellow of the Year honor from the Northern California Chapter of the Academy and, in 2013, he was named Family Law Person of the Year by the Southern California Chapter of the Academy.

Phillip M. Mendelson understands that each individual legal matter is unique, and the strategy behind each resolution may be different – that is why immediately getting to work on a legal matter is so important. Mr. Mendelson ensures each client understands the legal process every step of the way while providing zealous representation – client confidence throughout a legal matter, all while focusing on the end result is what distinguishes Mr. Mendelson as an outstanding attorney.. Mr. Mendelson is a general practitioner who has resolved a wide range of matters from AB5 to zoning variances, truly ranging from A to Z.. Phillip M. Mendelson has lived in Sonoma County for over 30 years, obtaining his Juris Doctorate and Master’s degree from Empire College School of Law, where he was awarded top of his class in oral argument; Mr. Mendelson has also earned a Bachelor’s degree from Sonoma State University and an Associate’s degree from Santa Rosa Junior College.. Mr. Mendelson currently sits as the Vice President on the Board of Directors for the Santa Rosa Wednesday Night Market, has been awarded an honorary certificate by the Collaborative Autism Training & Support Program for volunteering over 360 hours while working with children on the Autism spectrum, and has helped raise thousands of dollars to further the education of women in Nepal.. Mr. Mendelson enjoys Sonoma County’s remarkable climate as well as its outstanding nature and forestry, ranging from hikes to the peaks of Mount Saint Helena, visits to the coast line, to cycling among the grapevines throughout the valley. Mr. Mendelson is grateful to the community of Sonoma County, and he strives to provide great results in an effort to give back.

Philip ("Jeff") Terry heads Carle Mackie Power & Ross LLP's commercial litigation group.  Jeff is a seasoned litigator with more than 33 years of experience and has a proven track record of succesfully resolving complex matters via jury trials, bench trials, arbitrations, appeals and mediations.. Jeff is peer review rated AV (the highest rating possible) by Martindale-Hubbell and selected to the Northern California Super Lawyers list for 2022, 2023 and 2024.. In addition to specializing in civil litigation and trial work, Jeff has substantial experience in the following practice areas: Wine Law; Real Estate; Contracts; Banking and Lender Liability; Receivership and Bankruptcy Litigation; Securities Fraud; Commercial Disputes; Construction Law and Defects; Corporate Shareholder, Partnership, and LLC Member Disputes; Trust and Probate Litigation; Employment Discrimination; Labor Law; Personal Injury and Product Liability; Unfair Competition; Trade Secrets; Trademarks; Copyrights; Tax Dispute Resolution; and Tax Court Litigation.. Jeff is admitted to practice in California and before the United States District Courts for the Northern, Eastern and Central Districts, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth and Federal Circuits and before the United States Tax Court.

Peter Simon is an accomplished litigator and trial lawyer who handles all types of general and business litigation, with an emphasis on real estate and complex business disputes. He has successfully tried numerous cases in both federal and state courts and has substantial appellate experience with extraordinary writs and state court appeals. He has both defended and prosecuted class and collective actions involving a variety of topics, including ERISA, construction defects, the Fair Labor Standards Act, California wage and hour laws, and unfair competition laws. Peter solves problems by seeking answers where other lawyers wouldn’t even think to look. Naturally positive and upbeat, he’s nonetheless a competitive person who believes in fighting for a win each and every time.Peter primarily handles high-value cases for clients with complex business issues. Peter’s ideal client values an open, communicative client-lawyer relationship and appreciates the need for creative solutions. Peter is an easygoing guy and gravitates toward clients with a sense of humor. He primarily serves clients in northern California. He enjoys taking cases on contingency, because he loves to gamble and it ensures everyone is on the same page.. Admissions: California State Courts; U.S. District Courts - All California Districts; U.S. Court of Appeals - Ninth Circuit; U.S. Court of Federal Claims

My practice is centered in the fields of criminal defense, dui and personal injury.  Whatever area I find myself practicing in, my goal is and always has been to give my clients the most vigorous representation the law allows.  I strive to serve my clients above and beyond normal professional standards.

My practice emphasizes personal attention to the needs and concerns of my clients. Our objective is to help our clients to chart a path to a successful future whether the issue is planning for the disposition of the client's estate or resolving the issues involved in the break up of a relationship. We can work with clients who need to resolve their issues through litigation and with clients who prefer the negotiation and mediation approach.

My passion is helping people.  I've been lucky enough to spend the majority of my legal career learning the ins and outs of employment law.  This experience allows me to jump in and help businesses when they need advice and policies, defend spurious claims and also advocate for those that were wronged.. To acheive these goals, I take pride in being an honest and trust-worthy to clients and other counsel alike.. Personally, I am married and I have a little boy and girl.

My name is Michael A. Fiumara and I am a Santa Rosa Attorney specializing in Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Education Law and Land Use.. I have over 2 decades of legal experience handling cases throughout Sonoma and Marin Counties and the entire North Bay.. I have 2 conveniently located offices in Santa Rosa and San Rafael.. I was recently inducted into the National Trial Lawyers Association as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer in America.. I have developed a reputation for providing skilled and compassionate representation that is dedicated to our clients well-being.. I strive on giving each of my clients the personal and individual attention that they deserve.. You are not another number at our firm. We treat every client like a member of our family and never rest on our laurels to get our clients the results they deserve.. We fight tooth and nail and never give up until obtaining the best outcome for our clients.. My firm defends its clients aggressively, supports them compassionately and focuses on quality of service with the experience needed to guide them through the complex legal maze.. Call me today for a free case evaluation and we will come up with a cost effective plan to achieving a positive outcome on your case.