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J. Kenneth “Ken” Gorman has been a trial attorney and litigator for over 30 years. He has successfully represented a broad array of clients from national corporations to local businesses, families and individuals, in cases ranging from personal injuries to business litigation, real estate disputes, agricultural litigation, constructions defects, and trust and estate matters. Ken has handled numerous jury and court trials and hundreds of arbitrations and mediations for plaintiffs, defendants and cross-defendants, in matters ranging from millions of dollars to neighbor disputes.. While most of his practice has been concentrated in Santa Cruz, Monterey, Santa Clara, and San Benito Counties, he has handled cases throughout the state in both state and federal courts. His broad experience and dedication have earned him a reputation as an excellent litigator who is respected by his clients, colleagues, adversaries and judges.

I have over 30 years experience in representing small businesses, consumers and homeowners.     We handle all forms of business and real estate matters, together with serious personal injury and wrongful death cases.    We have four attorneys on staff to assist and provide ample support for our clients needs.. Back to profile

Allegra V. Gabbert was born in Chico, California, in 1988.  Ms. Gabbert received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Language Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz, from which she graduated cum laude, in 2010.  She received her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, in Sacramento, in June 2014, where she earned Dean’s List Honors.. As a junior at the University of California, Santa Cruz, Ms. Gabbert studied criminal law while working as an intern investigator at the Public Defender’s Office in Washington D.C.  As a senior, she attended the National Autonomous of Mexico, in Mexico City, where she studied Spanish, and civil rights.. After her first year at law school,  she volunteered at the Watsonville Law Center, where low-income persons can receive legal advice and referrals.  During her second and third years in law school, she worked as a legal assistant at a private law firm, assisting disabled persons with obtaining their Social Security benefits.  After taking the Bar exam, she volunteered as a post bar intern at the Disability Rights California, where she assisted disabled persons in achieving access to equal rights in the work place.  While in law school, Ms. Gabbert received the Witkin Award in the Mediation Certification Course for best performance, in addition to receiving her certification as a mediator.. Ms. Gabbert  was admitted to the California State Bar in December of 2014.  She is a member of the Santa Cruz County Bar Association, as well as Women Lawyers of Santa Cruz County.  In February of 2015, Ms. Gabbert joined Burton & Cooper LLP, as an associate attorney, where she has been working on civil defense litigation and plaintiff’s personal injury cases.. Ms. Gabbert enjoys running, skating, and playing ice hockey.  She has been a hockey player since childhood, and is currently playing on a nationally-ranked ice hockey team.. Ms. Gabbert speaks Spanish.  She can provide immediate assistance to Spanish speakers.

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Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.

Experienced Litigation attorney serving clients in Santa Cruz and surrounding areas.