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Brandon was born and raised in a small suburb of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Upon graduation, Brandon followed in the footsteps of his elder brothers, Robert and Brad, and attended the George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration  in 2009. During his interim at GW, Brandon also worked as Project Assistant and Law Clerk at Steptoe & Johnson, LLP, an international law firm.. Brandon assisted Brad and Robert in forming the Simon Law Group in late 2009 prior to taking a hiatus to pursue a formal legal education at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego in the Fall of 2010.  Brandon would continue to offer his services as a Law Clerk throughout his tenure at Thomas Jefferson, dedicating countless hours to the firm's clientele with caring for the personal injury claims.  In 2013 Brandon graduated from Thomas Jefferson with cum laude honors, alongside fellow Simon Law Group attorneys Sevy Fisher and Greyson Goody.  Brandon is an experienced litigator and has experience trying personal injury cases alongside his brother, Robert since November 2013.. When not in the courtroom, Brandon can usually be found playing golf on the weekends with his father, "Big Bob" Simon and fellow associates Sevy Fisher and Greyson Goody or coaching the seventh grade boy's basketball team in San Clemente.  Brandon is also an avid sports fan and animal lover - his Bernese Mountain Dog/Office Assistant Luna can usually be found sleeping on the job at the Santa Ana office.

Born and raised in Southern California, Ms. León-Paul sought a career involved in social justice and public service and she found it in the area of immigration law. She credits her parents, who came from Mexico at a young age, for instilling this drive in her. Ms. León-Paul received her Bachelor of Science Degree in business administration from Chapman University in 2008.. Ms. León-Paul earned her Juris Doctor degree from Chapman University School of Law. She began her career in immigration law while a student extern of the Public Law Center in Santa Ana in 2009. After being admitted to the California State Bar in 2013, Ms. León-Paul began practicing in an immigration law firm in Santa Ana. She joined U.S. Immigration Law Group, LLP in Santa Ana in January 2015.

Bonnie is a Shareholder in the firm's Orange County office. She has been practicing law for 11 years. Prior to becoming an attorney, she was a public health microbiologist for the Orange County Health Department and owned a medical device manufacturing company.. Bonnie's practice consists of defending veterinarians in litigation and administrative actions in addition to providing general counsel services for humane societies throughout California. Due to her unique practice areas, she has extensive knowledge of the California Veterinary Medicine Practice Act and the laws which regulate humane societies. She is also an experienced litigator and has defended over 100 veterinarians and humane societies. Bonnie also assists other animal rescue organizations and occasionally defends owner in dangerous dog hearings.. Bonnie is an accomplished lecturer and writer. She frequently speaks at conferences and seminars held by the SCVMA, CVMA and VetPartners in addition to speaking to veterinary and law students. She has published articles in The Pulse, California Veterinarian and Veterinary Economics and has been interviewed for articles in Sheltering Magazine. She is the advisor to the State Humane Association of California and on the advisory committee of the National Canine Research Counsel.. Bonnie was born in Massachusetts and attended the University of Massachusetts and California Western School of Law.

Bill Hart is the managing partner of Hart King, and is the client relationship partner for the firm’s Manufactured Housing Community practice group. He has a national AV® Preeminent™ rating of 5.0 out of 5. Since 1982, Bill has been an advocate for his clients from pre-litigation negotiation through trial and appeal from judgment. He represents clients in the prosecution and defense of a broad range of business, commercial and real estate disputes, including breach of contract, insurance coverage, landlord/tenant, product liability, trade secret and unfair competition, broker commission disputes, construction defects, and probate litigation. Bill represents companies from a diverse range of industries, including residential and commercial property developers and managers, high-tech manufacturers, insurance marketing organizations, financial institutions, independent dealers and distributors, and corporate and partnership interests of all types. He has also been retained as an expert witness and consultant by other attorneys in support of their Superior Court litigation.

Benjamin T. Ikuta is an attorney who joined Hodes Milman Liebeck, LLP in 2016.  Ben focuses on nursing home negligence, elder abuse, personal injury and product liability.  For eight years prior to working at Hodes Milman Liebeck, LLP, Ben worked for firms that primarily focused on defending skilled nursing facilities, residential care facilities for the elderly, hospitals, physicians, and nurses. He defended elder abuse, malpractice, and employment-related actions.. In October of 2012, Ben was the second-chair for a trial in defending a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (“RCFE”) in an elder abuse case.  The RCFE had served grade D commercial steak to its residents.  After an 85-year old resident choked on the meat, the staff at the RCFE failed to call for the paramedics for approximately 20 minutes, resulting in the elder’s death.  After a 6-week trial, where Ben cross-examined the elder’s family, the meat manufacturers and distributers, and an expert doctor, the jury returned a unanimous verdict in favor of Ben’s client.  In another case, Ben defended a registered nurse accused of sexual misconduct in an administrative hearing and received a favorable result of probation.  As a defense lawyer prior to joining Hodes Milman Liebeck, LLP, Ben routinely secured judgments in favor of healthcare providers and insurance companies.. In 2016, Ben realized that his true calling was not in defending healthcare providers and insurance companies, but rather to work for those injured by wrongdoing.  This was particularly true for vulnerable and defenseless elders in claims of reckless neglect against RCFEs, Skilled Nursing Facilities, and Hospitals. Ben’s extensive experience with defense firms provides him a unique perspective in relation to the tactics and strategies implemented by insurance companies, corporations, and defense attorneys. This experience from the other side of the table allows Ben to represent plaintiffs more effectively and obtain the best possible results.. Education. Ben received his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from UCLA. Ben earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of California, Hastings College of Law, where he served as Symposium Editor of the Hastings Law Journal. During law school, Mr. Ikuta made significant contributions to the public sector, providing research and recommendations for the Judicial Council of California and the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission.. Publications. Honors. Recent Results. March 23, 2018 - $200,000 recovery after a patient fell at a Senior Mental Health Unit, fracturing her left hip and shoulder.. March 5, 2018: $225,000 recovery surrounding the death of a 66-year old man who bled to death in a hospital.. January 29, 2018: $1,500,000 settlement after physicians at a hospital failed to properly diagnose the patient with adrenal insufficiency, resulting in brain damage.. January 22, 2018: $180,000 recovery in a case where Ben’s clients were rear-ended, suffering back pain and discomfort but no need for surgery.  The case settled after the insurance company increased their offer after hearing Ben’s opening statement in front of the jury.. December 13, 2017: $2,499,000 settlement involving a slip-and-fall case against an urgent care center resulting in a severe hematoma and brain damage.. December 5, 2017 - $3,000,000 settlement of a baby who was brain damaged at a hospital after a NICU nurse failed to recognize the symptoms of a bacterial infection.. November 21, 2017 - $137,500 result against an HMO due to the failure to diagnose skin cancer, resulting in an unsightly excision.. November 6, 2017 - $195,000 resolution involving a slip and fall at a Skilled Nursing Facility, resulting in a broken femur.. July 26, 2017 – Trial court award of full ownership of an Orange County home.  Ben’s client was both the defendant and cross-plaintiff in a countersuit involving the purchase of a house in Orange County.  Ben prevailed at a bench trial, obtaining not only a defense award but also prevailed on the cross-complaint for full ownership of the home.. February 2, 2017: $150,000 recovery in a failure to identify breast cancer in a mammogram against a radiologist.  The case settled after Ben prevailed after the first part of a two-part trial as to whether his client’s case was timely filed.

Benjamin Arsenian is a native of Southern California. He obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of San Diego, followed by a Juris Doctorate, with honors, from Chapman University School of Law in Orange County. After graduating law school, Mr. Arsenian spent several years working with prominent personal injury attorneys. He obtained hundreds of thousands of dollars in verdicts and settlements for his clients.. In the middle of his career, Mr. Arsenian left private practice and began working at the District Attorney's office. There he learned behind-the-scene intricacies of criminal prosecution and was quickly promoted to Deputy District Attorney IV. Mr. Arsenian worked closely with law enforcement. He went on ride-a-longs with police offices, reviewed police reports, filed criminal charges, negotiated plea bargain deals, interviewed expert witnesses and won more than a hundred criminal trials. He received training in evidence, trial technique and felony sentencing from the California District Attorney Association. Mr. Arsenian learned the prosecution's side of the law from the inside out, with all its strengths and weaknesses. This is unique and vital knowledge for a defense attorney.. Preferring private practice, and being well-armed with first-hand experience in the District Attorney's office, Mr. Arsenian joined a large, state-wide firm and successfully handled thousands of criminal and personal injury cases. With his depth of experience, he knew there were better ways to get favorable results besides the cook-book, impersonal approach often found in big law firms.. Mr. Arsenian opened his own law firm to satisfy clients' needs for individualized, professional services, tailored to the requirements of the client, at a discounted the Law Offices of Benjamin Arsenian, Mr. Arsenian provides his personalized, aggressive litigation expertise to each and every case. Your case will not be assigned to a junior-level associate. By eliminating most consultants, salespeople and middle managers, Mr. Arsenian provides his clients with "senior-level" experience at the "junior-level" prices of other firms.

Attorney Scott Dicus handles criminal defense, traffic and felony and misdemeanor post conviction matters. Having worked in the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, Scott understands legal matters from multiple perspectives, helping him to carefully evaluate his clients’ needs and prepare the best case possible. He has successfully argued motions on behalf of his clients in 37 California counties.

Attorney Jessica B. Cha is a Certified Family Law Specialist as certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Jessica is an associate at the firm.. Jessica is an experienced family law litigator. She represents clients in prejudgment and post judgment dissolution of marriage cases including those that involve child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support and division of assets and debts. Jessica also handles parentage matters.. Jessica's family law practice also includes representing clients whose children were abducted to and from the United States and another count by their spouse or partner. She has knowledge of the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction and has traveled abroad to advocate in front of foreign judiciaries and officials.. Jessica's personal dissolution of marriage gives her a unique sensitivity to what her clients are going through. She takes the time to tailor her approach and strategy based on the unique needs and goals of each client. She uses that experience to become a better family law attorney for the firm's clients.. Jessica received her law degree from the Syracuse University College of Law and her undergraduate degree from the University of California San Diego.. After living in Washington, DC and working for the Office of General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Commerce, Jessica returned to California and quickly found her niche in family law.. Jessica received numerous accolades for her work including:. Super Lawyers Rising Star,10 Best Attorneys - American Institute of Family Law Attorneys,"Superb" rating on Avvo,Top Verdict (Top 50 in CA 2015), andLawyers of Distinction for Family & Divorce.Jessica was included in Los Angeles Magazine's list of Top Women Attorneys in 2018 and 2019.. Jessica is actively involved in the legal community as well as a variety of community-based organizations. She is also the current Treasurer of the Orange County Asian American Bar Association.. Jessica speaks conversational Korean.. When she is not vigorously representing clients, Jessica enjoys playing with her dogs, and spending time with family and friends.

Attorney Hadjian has worked in the various fields such as Family, personal injury and Immigration Law. While attending law school she worked as a paralegal and law clerk for well-known law firms and Family Facilitator office of Superior Court of California, Orange. Additionally she has 12 years of experience as insurance adjuster, and recently obtained A Million dollar settlement for a client. She is also qualified as a court appointed attorney for minor children in Orange County . Moreover she handles Negotiation and drafting Prenuptial, Post-Nuptial Agreements. Mediation and Collaborative Divorce which is an alternative to traditional divorce. Her family law cases involve complex domestic violence, child custody, support, division of assets, Guardianship, conservatorship. Her immigration cases consist of family visa, asylum, U visa and VAWA. Her bilingual staff work hard to maintain open communications with clients and encourage settlement in a most efficient and cost effective manner. She is currently a member of State Bar of California; Orange County, Los Angeles and American Bar Association (ABA). Attorney Hadjian is admitted to represent clients in California District Court; California Superior Court; California Court of Appeal; California Supreme Court, and United States Court of Appeal of Armed Forces.

Attorney Chad Gordon received his B.A. from the University of California at Santa Barbara, where he was the recipient of the University of California Award. He received his Juris Doctor from the UCLA School of Law, and is admitted to practice law in the State of California. Mr. Gordon is a member of the State Bar of California and the Los Angeles County Bar Association. Mr. Gordon also holds a California Real Estate Broker’s License.

Attorney Abner Pinedo was born in Lima, Peru and immigrated to the United States with his family in the early 90s. Mr. Pinedo is licensed to practice law in the state of California, where he has been a member of the bar since December 2016. Mr. Pinedo holds both a Juris Doctorate degree from Suffolk University’s School of Law. As an undergraduate at the University of California, Irvine, he earned two Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Economics and Anthropology. Over the years, Mr. Pinedo has helped hundreds of individuals obtain family-based visas, green cards, waivers, VAWAs, U-Visas and citizenship. He has represented clients before the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Immigration Court, and the Board of Immigration Appeals.

At Ufkes & Bright, our workers’ compensation lawyers provide hands-on service for injured workers, ensuring that each client gets the personal attention and fully qualified counsel they deserve. We bring more than 50 years of combined claims experience and a rich history of success achieving substantial settlements for for our clients. Our law firm takes pride in being able to deliver where you, our client, is put first.. One a personal level, I am a graduate of the University of California and Loyola Law School. I am licensed to appear in all California State and Federal Courts. I am passionate about defending injured workers and am an active member of the California Applicant Attorneys' Association. I am a second generation Applicant attorney, along with my father who was a pioneer in prosecuting Applicants' claims starting in the mid 1960's. I take pride in the success the firm has had in securing the best outcomes possible for our clients.

At Akers Law, we are dedicated to achieving justice and compensation for those who have been injured. With years of experience, we are well-equipped to help you get the best outcome for your case. Let us be your guide to achieving the justice you deserve.

As the founding attorney at The Law Offices of Jerry Schaffer, Jr., Orange County lawyer Jerry Schaffer, Jr. offers tireless legal representation in criminal defense cases. Since 1994, he has been practicing law in California. Prior to entering private practice, Attorney Scahffer was a prosecutor for 17 years. Mr. Schaffer received his undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley and his Juris Doctor from the Southwestern University School of Law. For a no-cost consultation, contact his firm.

As a specialist in the area of insurance coverage, Mr. Danskin represents both policyholders and insurance carriers in a wide range of matters. He has succeeded in recovering millions of dollars in insurance benefits for both individual and business clients under various commercial property and casualty insurers in practically every arena of insurance coverage. Since joining Green & Hall in 1997 his practice has also focused on complex litigation matters, including the representation of some of the state's largest real estate developers in construction-related matters. Mr. Danskin earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1985 from the University of California, San Diego, and his Juris Doctorate from the University of San Diego in 1988. Before joining Green & Hall, he was a partner with the law firm of Berger, Kahn, Shafton, Moss, Figler, Simon & Gladstone. Mr. Danskin currently also serves as the firm's Administrative Partner.

As a law student, I was a certified law clerk for the Orange County District Attorney's Office where I appeared in court on behalf of the People of the State of California.  I learned a great deal working for the prosecution in this capacity.  I have also had the pleasure of working for the San Bernardino City Attorney’s Office practicing civil litigation, the Law Offices of Steven Stern practicing employment law, a law clerk for Agajanian, McFall, Tetreault & Crist practicing criminal defense appellate matters. I have a great deal of experience working for private and government employers and experience is in civil and criminal matters, including trials.. My clients are very important to me and I treat them with the utmost respect and care. I will fight for the best result in the court room and support them outside of the court room as well.

As a full time neutral since 2011, Ed has focused his practice on mediation and is now available in all our offices statewide. He has over 30 years of combined legal experience. As an attorney, Ed was involved in many mediations, and recognized the benefits that private dispute resolution offered. Years later, while serving on the Riverside and San Bernardino County Court Panels, he discovered his passion for being a mediator. Ed was recognized by the Riverside Superior Court as being one of its top mediators for several years and now serves as a full-time private mediator.. An attorney had this to say about Ed, “My clients and I are highly impressed by Mr. Fernandez’s professionalism, skill and, most importantly, his mannerism. He is straight to the point and has the ability of putting people at ease. He is never pushy but is quite persuasive. He successfully helped us resolve a matter of which we were not very optimistic about at the beginning of the mediation. I will definitely put him on the “toppick” list of my future mediator selection.”. One of Ed’s perspective on mediation is that “the same, ‘cookie cutter’ approach just does not work anymore. Listen to the parties, be patient and build trust and confidence.”

Areas of Practice:. Probate Administration, Probate and Estate Litigation, Conservatorships, Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Employment Law, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Business Litigation, Contract and Real Estate Disputes.. Certifications:. Certification in Real Estate, Land Use, and Environmental Law (Chapman University School of Law). Orange County Bar Association College of Trial Advocacy (OCBA). Background:. Mr. Ansari established Ansari & Associates, Law Office in 2010. Prior to establishing his own firm, Mr. Ansari worked as an associate attorney with Michael Hemming & Associates, where he focused on Probate and Civil Litigation. Mr. Ansari has also interned for the Orange County Superior Court and Huntington Beach City Attorney’s Office.. Interests:. When not practicing law, Mr. Ansari enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, kayaking, fishing, camping, and swimming.

Anybody who knows me, knows my passion for the law. The fact is I love it! I love the challenge of solving a client’s problem, which not only entails legal, but also often emotional, financial, and even social consequences to consider as well. And what I love about law most is when justice truly prevails due to my client, me, opposing counsel, and our arbitrator, mediator, and/or judge adhering to the ideals of a system.. This passion transcends my practice in (1) Employment Development Department (EDD) Appeals, whether I am representing a claimant or employer for/against the award of Unemployment Insurance benefits; (2) an employer during a petition for Reassessment or a Claim for Refund for state employment taxes; (3) a client for Labor Code violations such as minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest breaks, and untimely payment of compensation brought before California's Labor Commission, the federal Department of Labor (DOL), or an arbitrator or court of competent jurisdiction. Whether a Private Attoney General Act (PAGA) action or a workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or wrongful termnation case, I am truly blessed to represent the California employees and employers that have trusted me to represent them.. To any person who reads REVIEWS of my performance as part of this Avvo Profile, or on/through any other third-party directory, please realize that the content of the reviews do not constitute a guarantee, prediction, or warranty regarding the outcome of your potential or actual legal matter because the facts and circumstances of each case differ. Please also note that the policies of this website do not permit me to edit any REVIEWS. Thus, I cannot attest to the factual accuracy of the statements made in any REVIEW. Furthermore, any response by me to a negative REVIEW, if any, is limited due to attorney-client confidentiality rules, which means I cannot fully defend myself in this forum.

Anthony C. Modarelli III, licensed to practice law in California and Nevada, is a trial attorney with the firm, litigating personal injury and business matters in both states. Prior to joining the firm, Anthony co-founded and managed his own law firm with offices in Sacramento, Orange County, and Las Vegas.  In 2018, Anthony joined DiMarco | Araujo | Montevideo, helping to continue the growth of the firm’s reputation for success in California and now, Nevada.. The value of hard work and grit was learned by Anthony at a young age in his hometown of Youngstown, Ohio.  These values have been the foundation of Anthony’s life and career, which has evolved from graduating from Villanova University, to earning his law degree at Chapman University, to advocating for his clients throughout California and Nevada.  His practice focuses on protecting the rights of the injured, and he relentlessly works to achieve justice for those who have lost some aspect of their life because of the carelessness of others.  Anthony has achieved success for his clients in and out of the courtroom with compassion and resolve, by standing against injustice.. Anthony’s leadership and litigation skills are recognized by his clients and others in the community.  For 2017 and 2018, Anthony was named to the “Top 40 Under 40” by the National Trial Lawyers for his work as a civil plaintiff’s attorney.  In addition, he was honored by fellow trial attorneys with the Orange County Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates (“ABOTA”) as a rising new Trial Lawyer.  Anthony sits on the Board of Directors of the National Italian American Bar Association, is the Vice President of the Italian American Lawyers of Orange County, and serves as an officer on the Associate Board for Project Youth OCBF.  He also is a member of the Consumer Attorneys of California, Nevada Justice Association, Orange County Trial Lawyers Association, and Orange County Bar Association.. Married to a fellow Villanova graduate, Anthony and his wife are Co-Presidents of the Villanova Club of Orange County.  Their time outside of work is focused on raising their son, and the family enjoys traveling to try new and exciting restaurants in California and Nevada.

An Orange County bankruptcy attorney is right around the corner and ready to support you! Bankruptcy can be an intimidating prospect, but when you secure help from 1st California Law Inc., you can rest assured that your case will receive the attention it calls for. After graduating with his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida, Attorney Kevin Kunde received his law degree from Chapman University School of Law. While he was in school, he served as a Senior Editor for the Nexus Law Journal. In addition to that, he labored under Honorable John Rayburn as a Judicial Extern. Attorney Kunde has vast experience in the field, having served in civil law matters for some time before founding his own law firm. Attorney Kunde is knowledgeable, experienced, and competent for the task at hand. He will come alongside you and provide you with the representation you’ve been searching for. For more information, contact the law firm immediately.

Amir M. Kahana, Esq. is managing partner of Kahana & Feld LLP. Mr. Kahana, an AV Preeminent Rated business litigator and proven trial attorney, focuses his practice on labor and employment defense, general business litigation, and shareholder and partnership disputes. Mr. Kahana has a long track record of success, including obtaining one of the largest jury verdicts in Orange County history and effectively defending hundreds of cases for business clients.. Mr. Kahana began his career at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher and later worked at Paul, Hasting, Janofsky & Walker.  Mr. Kahana started his own law firm in 2006 with an eye towards providing big-firm expertise at smaller-firm rates. In 2008, Mr. Kahana obtained one of the largest jury verdicts in Orange County history, more than $43 million. Mr. Kahana also has successfully defended numerous multi-million dollar lawsuits for his business clients.. Mr. Kahana is a member of the Labor and Employment Section of the California Bar Association and has extensive experience with Labor and Employment litigation. He has defended large wage and hour class actions, and successfully compelled those cases to arbitration. He also has significant experience with partnership and shareholder disputes, which also often involve employment claims.. Mr. Kahana graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Madison with a Bachelor of Arts and obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago Law School. He lives in Irvine with his wife and three children and is active in his community, sitting on a non-profit board and volunteering time through numerous organizations.

Albert Friske has practiced law since earning his J.D. degree from California Western School of Law in 1995. Formerly, he was a senior analyst at the Orange County District Attorney's Office - Family Support Division (now known as the Department of Child Support Services). His personal history helps provide essential insights into DCSS cases.

Aggressive and Compassionate representation of injured victims.. Taylor joined Traut Firm in September 2011. She tried and won her first jury trial within one year of practicing law. She has since tried numerous personal injury cases, as well as co-trying all of Jim Traut's cases. She has achieved numerous six-figure verdicts and Arbitration awards.. Taylor represents plaintiffs in serious personal injury cases involving truck, auto, motorcycle, bike accidents, and property owner negligence. These cases involve brain injuries, spinal injuries, severe fractures, and wrongful death cases. She also represents individuals pursuing legal malpractice claims against other lawyers.. She is known for top-quality, aggressive, tenacious representation of her clients, and for her negotiation ability.. Taylor has been selected as a “Rising Star” for 2020. No more than 2.5 percent of attorneys in the state are named to the Rising Star list. She has also been recognized as the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 in California based upon her achievements.. Taylor attended the Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania, where she received a Bachelor of Science in economics in 2004. Taylor was admitted to the California Bar in 2011, after receiving her Juris Doctor from UCLA School of Law. During law school she served as law clerk to the Honorable James R. Dabney of the Los Angeles Superior Court, and at Consumer Watchdog. Taylor is a member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, Orange County Bar Association, Consumer Attorneys of California, and Banyard Inns of Court.

After receiving her law degree from Whittier College School of Law in 1997, attorney Hilliard went into private practice. Since then, she has focused the majority of her attention on family law cases. Ms. Hilliard is a highly respected and accomplished lawyer, having been awarded the American Jurisprudence Award in Family Law and White Collar Crime.