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My professional relationships with my clients are hands-on, friendly, and personal. I pride myself on being someone clients can relate to and trust. I encourage clients to call whenever they have questions. I think every client should choose an attorney with whom they feel comfortable, and who gives clear, intelligent answers to their questions.  I have tried many cases to juries in numerous Bay Area counties, as well as to judges and arbitrators.  I achieve good settlements in most cases, but do not hesitate to go to court when necessary to get what's fair for my client.

Ms. Nichols is an attorney with more than 20 years of experience in HR/employment law. She provides effective legal representation and advice to employees. Her advice is measured, concise and tailored based upon the needs of the client.. A subject matter expert, aware of trends in business and law, her solutions are innovative but always practical.. Born in the US and raised in Australia, Sarah Nichols, founder of Nichols Law, grew up loving time on the beach and in the outback. She has been a business owner and a partner in a The American Lawyer 100 law firm with offices across the globe.. Sarah represents individuals in relation to their discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour claims. She assists employees negotiating their exits from their employers. She is a tough and conscientious advocate for her clients and believes having experience on both sides makes her a better attorney.. Sarah is a skilled public speaker, author, coach, and HR expert. She has taught at both Berkeley and Hastings Law Schools and is a member of the Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law. Sarah is a frequent speaker for associations as well as private employers and provides compliance and liability prevention training for managers. She is passionate about different cultures in the workplace, closing the pay gap and involved in the community through her support for Equal Rights Advocates.

Mr. Morales has been in private practice since 1991 and has successfully defended thousands of clients accused of breaking the law. He practices criminal defense in all counties in California, handling misdemeanors, felonies and juvenile cases. Throughout his years as a criminal defense attorney Mr. Morales has been interviewed numerous times on television while defending high-profile clients and was an expert commentator for Fox News on the Scott Peterson murder trial. He also has been quoted in the San Francisco Chronicle as well as the San Jose Mercury News and other newspapers.. Chris is an aggressive trial attorney who tries all types of cases including: DUI's, sexual assault, child molestation, three strikes cases, possession of drugs, assault, murder cases and all types of white collar crimes. He handles the toughest cases and has won the respect of judges and prosecutors alike for his tenacious and intelligent defense of his clients.

Mr. Hennigh is a first chair trial attorney who has consistently produced victories in a multitude of jury tirals, bench trials, and arbitrations in high stakes, crisis level or bet-the-company complex commercial matters.  He has been recognized by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and SuperLawyers, for his practice in construction law.  Chambers USA writes that Mr. Hennigh "is a prominent construction trial lawyer" whom their sources say is "extremely well known and well respected."

Matthew C. Helland's confidence, perseverance, and attention to detail are invaluable to furthering his client's cause.  Handling both large class actions and individual matters throughout this career, Matt has developed a record of success in significant and complex litigation.. Matt’s cases involve a variety of issues, including wage and hour rights, WARN Act violations, breach of contract, Truth in Lending Act claims, and severance negotiations.  Matt litigates each of his cases with the same zealous advocacy and passionate protection of his clients’ rights, whether the case involves millions of dollars and thousands of clients, or thousands of dollars and one individual.. Matt is licensed in both California and Minnesota.. While attending the University of Minnesota Law School, Matt was a staff member and Managing Tribute Editor of the University of Minnesota Journal of Global Trade. He also participated in the Child Advocacy Clinic, representing the interests of children as a student attorney in both Family and Juvenile Court.

Maryam Abrishamcar graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology. She spent many years in the Medical and Pharmaceutical industry before embarking on the journey of obtaining a legal education. She obtained her Juris Doctorate from Abraham Lincoln University School of Law in Los Angeles. She is the founder and managing partner at Abrishamcar Law Group with locations in Northen and Sourhern California.. Because of her extensive background in the healthcare industry, she understands the consequences a personal injury will have on individuals both physically and emotionally.. She is committed to helping her clients achieve the best possible result to get the compensation they deserve.. Maryam offers her clients compassion, competence, integrity, and the help and support they need to be compensated for their personal injury.. Whether you have been in a motor vehicle accident, motorcycle accident, have injured yourself due to a slip and fall, have been bitten by a dog, have lost a loved one in a wrongful death case, or have been injured as a pedestrian, Attorney Maryam Abrishamcar is here to help you through every single step of the way.

Mari Bandoma Callado is an associate attorney at The Dolan Law Firm. Her practice focuses on employment litigation, including wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. She also represents individuals injured and families of loved ones who have died due to the fault of others, including in elder abuse and neglect lawsuits.. In 2017, Mari was selected as a "Rising Star" in the Northern California edition of SuperLawyers magazine, a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This distinction is based on a peer review process and is awarded to only the top 2.5% of attorneys under age 40 or in practice for less than 10 years.. Prior to joining The Dolan Law Firm, Mari represented clients in complex litigation and employment matters. She has represented employees in wage and hour claims, including minimum wage violations, overtime, meal and rest breaks, and classification of employees as exempt and non-exempt. She also worked as a research attorney for the Honorable Judge Stuart Hing in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda.. Mari completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, Berkeley with a major in Ethnic Studies and a minor in Education. She received her law degree from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law where she was recognized for her Pro Bono work and served on the Hastings Race and Poverty Law Journal.  During law school, she externed for administrative law judges at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Department of Labor, and Merit Systems Protection Board.. Mari has served on the Board of the Filipino Bar Association of Northern California since 2013.  She also serves on the Barristers' Committee of the California Employment Lawyers Association, the Diversity Committee of the Consumer Attorneys of California and regularly volunteers at the Legal Aid at Work's Workers' Rights Clinic.

Kristine is an experienced litigator with extensive training in mediation and alternative dispute resolution. Kristine returned to school in 2005 as a single parent following her own divorce, and her commitment to her clients is grounded in having personally experienced the stress and uncertainty that often goes hand in hand with even the most amicable of divorces.. Kristine strongly believes in the importance of reducing the level of conflict whenever possible, regardless of which process option is utilized. This is particularly true when there are children. Kristine can assist with premarital agreements, parentage actions, post-marital agreements, dissolution and legal separation, and with post-judgment custody and support matters.. Kristine is presently accepting cases in San Francisco, Marin, Alameda, and San Mateo Counties.

Known for her expert representation of California’s senior executives and their spouses, Kiana protects her clients in high asset divorces and contested custody cases so that they can transition to a more hopeful chapter in their lives.. Expert Background Tailored for High Stakes Divorce and Custody Matters. In her twenty two years of legal practice, Kiana has negotiated and litigated the full spectrum of disputes that occur in financially sophisticated divorces and contested custody cases.Kiana graduated Cornell Law School with a concentration in business law.Prior to finding her passion in family law, she was a business litigator at Reed Smith LLP one of the nation’s 20 largest global law firms.She has a B.A in psychology from UC Berkeley and has taken countless negotiation trainings at Harvard Law School and other esteemed schools.. As a child of divorce herself, Kiana’s personal mission is to navigate clients towards their post-divorce lives with dignity, respect, and fairness.. Kiana’s unique background enables her to understand complex business issues, the un-spoken emotions behind them, and find productive, creative solutions in the division of marital estates. She has established a professional reputation for discreetness, thoroughness, strategic thinking, loyalty, and dedication to client service. She has been consistently included as one of Northern California’s “Super Lawyers” since 2010.. Experienced and Knowledgeable Family Law Litigator and Negotiator. Kiana handles cases that range from complex financial issues and extensive marital estates to high-conflict custody matters. Adept at negotiating resolutions and aggressively pursuing litigated outcomes, she also handles straightforward family law cases, pre-and post-marital agreements, and mediated settlements as consulting counsel.. Kiana has expertise in working with employees and entrepreneurs of companies of all sizes, from early-stage through IPO. She has ample experience with all types of assets including founders’ shares, restricted stock, stock options, carried interest, general and limited and partnership interests, real estate developments, professional practices, real estate developments, restaurants, bars, and intellectual property such as royalties.. Kiana also specializes in contested custody disputes. She has also obtained several successful results for her clients in move-away/relocation disputes. She also represents clients in pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. Additionally, she will act as consulting counsel to divorce mediation.. Choosing the Right Forum and Bringing in the Best Team. With each case, Kiana finds it essential to determine the most advantageous forum for the client, whether it is through out-of-court settlement, consulting counsel in mediation, private judges, or strategic litigation. When appropriate, she strategizes with her tailored network of outside consultants including forensic accountants, wealth managers, estate planners, corporate counsel, custody experts, therapists, and others. Kiana aims not only to help her clients achieve favorable results in their divorce, she is committed to setting them up for their happier lives post-divorce.. While she is not traveling much these days, Kiana has been to about 50 countries, and loves learning about new cultures. These days, when not working, she spends her time with her family, friends, and beloved dog.

Justin X. Wang graduated from Southwest University of Politics and Law, People’s Republic of China, in 1983. After two years of working in the same university, Mr. Wang came to the United States to pursuit further studies. He was a visiting scholar at Columbia University School of Law in New York from 1985 to 1986. He obtained an LL.M from the University of California at Berkeley, and Jurist Doctor from University of California Hastings College of Law. Mr. Wang was licensed to practice law in China in 1985. After passing the California Bar Examination in 1993, Mr. Wang became an attorney in California.. Mr. Wang and Mr. Baughman founded Baughman & Wang in 1993. Since then, Mr. Wang has been focusing on immigration law, especially business immigration, removal and asylum, immigration appeals to AAO or BIA, federal court litigations involving immigration issues, such as FBI name check or other CIS delay, or declaratory relief for agency’s failure to promulgate regulations, or appeals of the BIA decisions to the court of appeals.. During the past 17 years, Baughman & Wang has represented hundreds of companies and individuals in their immigrant and non-immigrant visa petitions, removal proceedings, appeals and litigated more than 250 cases in federal courts. From simple H-1 visas, L-1 visas, P-visas, O-1 visas to complicated investors’ visas(EB-5), multinational executive/manager immigrant visas, asylum applications, removal proceedings, and various appeals to the AAO and BIA, Baughman & Wang has again and again proven its record of excellency.. In addition to immigration law practice, Baughman & Wang has represented clients in criminal and civil litigations, personal injuries, corporate matters ranging from incorporation to shareholders agreement, purchase of business, buy-out and trade mark/trade name applications.. Mr. Wang is a regular Chinese radio commentator.  His bi-weekly Singtao Chinese Radio program is extremely popular (FM 96.1, every other Wednesday afternoon from 12:30 to 1:00 PM Pacific Time).  He also receives interviews from the media and writes frequently for Chinese media about immigration issues.  His immigration forum on is very popular among reasders.. Mr. Wang welcomes and appreciates the opportunity to advise potential clients on their legal issues. Please call) or email() the Firm to make an appointment to consult with Justin Wang.

Julia Wobbe is the founder of Wobbe Tenant Law, PC, a San Francisco-based firm dedicated to fighting for tenants’ rights. With a deep passion for justice and a sharp focus on holding landlords accountable, Julia Wobbe has built a practice centered on securing fair compensation for tenants facing unlawful treatment.. With over a decade of experience in tenant advocacy, Julia Wobbe understands the challenges renters face and works tirelessly to level the playing field. Whether navigating legal complexities or negotiating strong settlements, Julia Wobbe is committed to protecting tenants and ensuring they get the justice they deserve.. Julia was selected to the 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 Northern California Super Lawyer list by Super Lawyers, an honor reserved for lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 2.5% of attorneys in Northern California receive this distinction.. When not in the trenches advocating for tenants, Julia Wobbe enjoys working out, hiking in the Bay Area, and exploring the local food scene.

Joseph Tobener, managing partner at Tobener Ravenscroft LLP, combines combines his deep expertise in state and local tenant and housing rights laws to provide aggressive representation for his cleints. He offers easy-to-understand asistance and personal care to a diverse clientele.. Joe was selected to the 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 Northern California Super Lawyer list by Super Lawyers, an honor reserved for lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 2.5% of attorneys in Northern California receive this distinction.. Tobener Ravenscroft LLP is the leading tenant rights law firm in California and has been in business for twenty years. The firm has recovered more than $100 million on behalf of its clients, assisting more than 20,000 tenants through wrongful evictions, intractable repair issues, landlord harassment and tenant discrimination, habitability issues, landlord sexual harassment, and landlord-caused injuries.The firm has a 99% success rate.. The firm has won two law firm of the year awards in California and has been featured in California Lawyer, UC Hastings Magazine, and the Daily Journal. Its lawyers are routinely quoted in leading publications, such as the San Francisco Chronicle, the New York Times, Wired, the Business Times, and Reuters. Both partners and four associates are Super Lawyers, an honor reserved for the top lawyers in California.. The firm is deeply committed to community activism, sponsoring all its tenant lawyers to volunteer weekly at tenant law nonprofits, contributing nearly 500 hours of community service each year.

John McKay logged many hours defending airlines in litigation before accepting an in-house position as a Claims Attorney at one of the world’s leading aviation insurers. While there, he co-managed the defense of product liability lawsuits worldwide for The Boeing Company and GE Aviation, in addition to handling claims arising out of the Air France Flight 447 tragedy and several general aviation crashes. Now returned to private practice and dedicated to assisting claimants in similar matters, he is the Managing Attorney for Park Avenue Law LLC, where he concentrates on aviation-related wrongful death and personal injury litigation for plaintiffs, as well as jet and turboprop purchases and sales. Park Avenue Law has offices in Winter Park, Florida, Toronto, and San Francisco. John is licensed to practice in eight U.S. states, as well as England and Ontario. He holds a Commercial Pilot certificate with instrument and multi-engine ratings.. John has a B.A. with Distinction from the University of Virginia and a J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law, where he was a member of the school’s Moot Court team and received its Best Advocate Award at graduation. He has served on state and local ethics and professionalism committees for attorneys, and was one of the co-founders of the Thomas Jefferson Inn of Court, dedicated to fostering jury trial skills and professionalism in young attorneys who are getting started in practice.

Jim Lucey is a senior associate at Tobener Ravenscroft LLP. Mr. Lucey completed his undergraduate education at the University of San Francisco, majoring in business administration. Mr. Lucey went on to earn his juris doctor degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law in 1992. Mr. Lucey has more than twenty years of litigation experience in both state and federal Courts, including countless jury trials to verdict, bench trials to verdict, appeals (in the California State Court of Appeal and the Ninth Circuit), and arbitrations. Mr. Lucey also has extensive experience resolving matters through the use of ADR processes such as early neutral evaluations, private mediations, and settlement conferences.

Jacqueline Ravenscroft is a partner at Tobener Ravenscroft LLP. She has represented hundreds of tenants in wrongful eviction, habitability, and personal injury claims and helped secure millions on behalf of clients.  Jacqueline was selected to the 2017 Northern California Rising Star list by Super Lawyers, an honor reserved for lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice.  Only 2.5% of attorneys in Northern California receive this distinction.. Tobener Ravenscroft LLP is the leading tenant and renters rights firm in the San Francisco Bay Area. The firm has collected millions of dollars on behalf of its clients, assisting more than 10,000 tenants through wrongful evictions, intractable repair issues, landlord harassment and discrimination, and landlord-caused injuries.. The firm has a 95% success rate and won the 2014 SF Bay Guardian Business of the Year. It has been featured in California Lawyer magazine, the Daily Journal, and has appeared in the San Francisco Chronicle, the New York Times, Wired, and Reuters. The firm is dedicated to employee activism, and sponsors all of its lawyers to volunteer weekly at legal nonprofits, equaling nearly 500 community hours each year. The firm is respected as a leader in tenant law among its peers and has represented countless attorneys and the San Francisco Tenants Union.. Jacqueline has completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, Santa Cruz, double majoring in Politics and Latin American Studies and graduating summa cum laude. Ms. Ravenscroft went on to earn her Juris Doctor degree cum laude from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 2011. During law school, Ms. Ravenscroft was Executive Editor of the Hastings International and Comparative Law Review. She also received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award and Witkin Award for Excellence. Ms. Ravenscroft has been involved in tenant rights since law school.  Since then, she has represented hundreds of tenants in wrongful eviction, habitability, and personal injury claims.  She is experienced in trials, arbitrations, and Rent Board hearings.. Tobener Ravenscroft LLP has helped tenants deal with variety of other issues such as rent control violations, illegal rent increases, foreclosures, negotiating buy-outs, security deposit, and negotiation of residential & commercial leases.. Call today to speak to one of our experienced and passionate attorneys.

Jacob Harker has been an attorney for six years.  As an attorney, Jacob Harker strives to serve his clients.  There are many attorneys who practice law simply for their own benefit.  Since there are so many attorneys in the San Francisco Bay Area, Jacob Harker has had to set himself apart from the rest in an effort to be successful.. Please visit Jacob Harker's various websites, including ; ; and .

Igor Shoiket is a registered patent attorney and a highly experienced intellectual property counselor and litigator with expertise in complex matters before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, the U.S. International Trade Commission, and in federal district courts nationwide.. Mr. Shoiket focuses his practice on intellectual property counseling, patent and trademark prosecution, patent infringement litigation, trademark infringement litigation, copyright infringement litigation, patent reexaminations and reissue proceedings, product clearance opinions, due diligence investigations, copyright, trademark and trade secret issues.. Mr. Shoiket has counseled clients in intellectual property matters in a wide range of technologies including computer software and hardware, internet technologies, optics and electronics, biotechnology, medical devices, mechanical devices, semiconductor design and fabrication, and consumer goods.. Mr. Shoiket has extensive experience in developing litigation strategy and managing all aspects of litigation from discovery to trial, including e-discovery, depositions, pre- and post-trial motions, and claim construction proceedings in patent cases. Ha has significant ADR experience including lead roles in mediations and arbitrations, extensive experience in licensing and enforcement negotiations, and a proven ability to drive legal disputes to timely and cost-efficient resolution.. Mr. Shoiket is a University of California, Berkeley-educated biotechnology professional with nine years of experience in laboratory and management positions at Bio-Rad Laboratories.. Mr. Shoiket is fluent in Russian.

I'm an experienced civil litigator focusing on complex cases involving consumer and employee rights. I have successfully prosecuted false advertising, unfair competition, breach of contract, privacy, and wage and hour claims against companies big and small. I have also handled high stakes personal injury, wrongful termination, commercial, and professional liability cases.. I worked at Gallo LLP from 2009 to 2019, playing a key role in many of the firm’s significant cases and helping thousands of victims of unfair business practices obtain meaningful monetary and injunctive relief. I rejoined Gallo LLP in 2023 after three years with Valerian Law, P.C.. I grew up in Oakland, graduated from UC Davis with honors and earned my J.D. from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law, where I was a member of the Hale Moot Court Honors team.

I'm a former federal prosecutor and a seasoned trial attorney with more than 15 years of experience litigating in federal and state courts. My practice focuses on white-collar criminal investigations and litigation resulting from them, including regulatory issues and corporate litigation. He guides his clients with clear advice about their options, legal risks, and—most importantly—the full spectrum of their rights that I will vigorously protect. At each step of the way, I look for efficient and cost-effective solutions. I have a long track record of securing successful outcomes for his clients with this approach.. I've investigated and litigated fraud cases, including securities fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, mail fraud, wire fraud, and health care fraud. Many of my cases involved parallel government civil investigations, such as SEC enforcement actions and False Claims Act investigations. As an AUSA, Patrick was tasked with training new AUSAs about the prosecution of fraud cases and the interplay between commonly investigated financial crimes. I've also coordinated a multi-agency financial crimes task force with a number of law enforcement stake holders, and served as the Health Care Fraud Coordinator for my office. My background in diverse white collar matters enables me to provide focused advice about navigating similar investigations and prosecutions.

I was born and raised in San Francisco. Since graduating from UC Berkeley School of Law, I have been representing clients throughout the Bay Area. As the son of immigrants, I understand the sacrifice that goes into every individual’s work. I devote each day of my law practice to empowering my clients.. Following law school, I represented injured workers as an associate at a firm in Oakland, California. I also have experience representing insurance companies, self-insured employers, and third party administrators. My experience as an insurance defense attorney gave me an understanding of how workers' compensation claims are handled by insurance companies.

I represent injured clients—and occasionally businesses and public entities—throughout California in all kinds of personal injury matters. Whether you’ve been hurt in a car crash, slip-and-fall, dog bite, or worse, I’m here to guide you with clarity and compassion. Licensed since 2016, I’ve handled cases on BOTH sides of the courtroom, giving me a strategic edge when negotiating with insurance companies or opposing counsel. I've recovered millions in damages for my clients. I’m honored to be named a Super Lawyers Rising Star (2022–2025).

I live in Oakland and work in San Francisco.  I also travel throughout the Bay Area if required to meet with someone with mobility or transportation issues.. I have three children, one of whom is in college, one at Bishop O'Dowd and one at Corpus Christi School.  I will be practicing for many years!

I have been practicing reals estate and business law for over 35 years with a reputation for effective, high quality legal representation.. Named one of the top real estate attorneys in Northern California by Law & Politics and San Francisco Magazines, I have established myself as a leader in the field of leasing, landlord-tenant law and rent control.

I enjoy working with clients in helping them find solutions to their financial problems. I get to know all of my clients and develop a professional relationship. No two cases are alike. It's one of the best feelings in the world when I send my client a letter at the conclusion of the case, letting them know that now they are - debt free. I feel very fortunate that I get to help people for a living and do what I love.

I come from a large family of attorneys. I can proudly say that we all fight the fight for the underdogs. We all became lawyers, because we wanted to help people, and I am proud that I remain true to that creed. My practice focuses primarily on (1) plaintiff's side employment and civil rights litigation (which includes, harassment, retaliation, and discrimination based on race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, pregnancy, disability, marriage, denial of leave to care for self or another, and veteran status), defamation, and privacy matters, and (2) catastrophic personal injuries,. Ms. Hinden is a certified as a mediator. She became certified after completing a course offered by Ron Kelly which was presented by the Bar Association of San Francisco and Co-Sponsored by the Alameda, Contra Costa and San Mateo County Bar Associations, and the ADR Sections of Marin and Sonoma County Bar Associations. She is available to handle all types of disputes. Please inquire with us for rates and specifics.