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Thomas P. Gmelichis a graduate of the Universityof California, Berkeley (B.A., 1989), where he attained Dean’s List Honors.  He obtained his juris doctorate at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1993). While in law school and upon graduation, he worked as a clerk and attorney at a prestigiousLos Angeles plaintiff’s firm handling all aspects of personal injury litigation, including toxic torts and chemical exposure. Prior to starting the firm, Mr. Gmelich practiced at a civil defense firm, focusing on general civil liability litigation, personal/commercial auto, private security guard litigation, recreational sports injury litigation, insurance fraud litigation, complex business litigation, construction defect and maritime and cargo loss. He has successfully defended claims against a wide variety of clients, including fitness clubs, all construction trades, product manufacturers, private security companies, and transportation companies, including ocean, rail and air carriers.. Mr. Gmelich has extensive experience in litigating insurance fraud claims, and has successfully litigated “whistleblower” actions underCalifornia’s Insurance Code Section on behalf of various insurance carriers.. Mr. Gmelich is a member of the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) and its regional affiliate, California Clubs of Distinction (CCD).  He has lectured extensively to health clubs throughout California on liability and employment issues facing the sports and recreation industry.  He is a regular legal columnist for IHRSA’s Club Business International magazine, the American College of Sports Medicine’s Health & Fitness Journal, and California Clubs of Distinction’s quarterly publication.  He is also the editor and primary author of the firm’s newsletter, the Sports & Recreation Legal Update, a publication that aims to educate the recreation industry on legal issues, ranging from recent case law and legislation to practical loss prevention tips.. Mr. Gmelich is also an active member of the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), the Retail Special Agents Association (RSAA), and the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS).  He has contributed articles for IAHSS’s quarterly publication and RSAA’s newsletter, focusing on recent case law affecting the private security industry.    He is also editor of the firm’s quarterly newsletter, the Premises Liability & Private Security Legal Update, which educates and advises landowners and security companies on the current legal issues in California affecting their businesses.  He obtained a successful published Federal Appellate Court opinion, which provides significant liability protection for airport security companies relating to property loss claims.  In Ester Dazo vs. Globe Airport Security Services, Inc., et al (2001 DJDAR 10859), the 9th Circuit upheld the liability limitation provisions of the Warsaw Convention in favor of airport security companies for property losses sustained by plaintiffs engaged in international travel.. Mr. Gmelich has been named to the list of Southern California Super Lawyers five times, an honor bestowed upon only 5% of the lawyers in Southern California. Mr. Gmelich is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, the United States District Court (Central & Northern Districts) and the United States Court of Appeals (Ninth Circuit).

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Steven Janssen has been practicing law since 2002 and has extensive experience with trusts, wills, estate planning, business law, contracts and real estate.  Steve is an Arizona native who lives in the West Valley with his wife and children.  In addition to his dedication to his clients, Steve is involved in his church and the West Valley.

Sarah R. Wolk is the Managing Partner and a founding Partner of Wolk & Levine, LLP, a boutique intellectual property and business law firm located in Glendale, California. She is licensed to practice law in all California and Illinois. She is admitted to all California state courts, the United States District Court for the Northern and Central Districts of California, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and all Illinois state courts. She has a strong legal background in litigation, business contracts, intellectual property, employment issues, assisting with insurance claims, and commercial lease agreements.

Patrick Monahan is the managing partner of Monahan Law Firm, PLC. Patrick began his legal career practicing real estate, construction, and general business litigation. Over the years, Monahan Law Firm, PLC has expanded to serve clients in domestic relations, personal injury, and estate planning.. You will experience Mr. Monahan’s “person-first” approach once you meet with him. Mr. Monahan’s credo is to treat each person transparently and honestly. As a result, you should walk away from your meeting(s) with the feeling that Patrick genuinely cares for you as an individual, as well as, a sincere concern for your legal matter. His personable approach fosters longstanding relationships.. Patrick is an Army veteran of the famed 82nd Airborne Division, Ft. Bragg, NC. Patrick founded his firm with the same unwavering characteristics developed during his time as an “All-American.”. Outside of his career and on a more personal note, Patrick is a father of two beautiful daughters. His passion for serving others is only surpassed by his passion of faith and family. He is an Arizona native that has a natural love of the outdoors. When not consumed with work (which is rarely), he enjoys a vast array of activities including shooting, hiking, and reading.. Education. J.D., University of Tulsa College of Law, 2005. B.S., Arizona State University, 2000. Bar Admissions. Memberships/Affiliations

Partner at Wolk & Levine, LLP, a boutique business services law firm, providing quality legal services to businesses in a diverse range of practice areas across the State of California.

Over 20 years of top-notch legal experience in all aspects of business law. I was trained at prestigous AmLaw 100 law firms, and also gained valuable experience working for municipal government and then with a highly regarded business boutique law firm. I consulted law firms and clients on how to successfully grow and run their businesses, from operations to business development to making sure they are legally compliant.. I am currently Registered In House Counsel for a dymanic consulting company with clients exclusively in the auto industry. Therefore, I am not accepting private practice clients at this time.. During my career I have handled complex Chapter 11 bankruptcies and corporate restructuring; drafted, reviewed, and negotiated hundreds of contracts and licensing agreements; successfully navigated cases in the areas of health care law, employment law (both plantiff and defense), intellectual property, a variety of real estate transactions, and a wide range of commercial litigation.

Ms. Bennett is admitted to the State Bar of California and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. As an associate with Knapp, Petersen & Clarke, Ms. Bennett specializes in complex business and commercial litigation, and also has experience in business transactions, employment issues, construction disputes, estate planning, and all forms of real estate transactions.. Ms. Bennett received her juris doctor from the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, where she was awarded an academic scholarship. During her tenure at USC Law, Ms. Bennett received academic honors, participated in the Moot Court Honors Program, and served as Vice President of the Music Law Society. In her second year, Ms. Bennett was selected for a prestigious externship with a presiding judge on the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, which allowed her to spend a full semester drafting judicial bench opinions on a variety of civil and criminal cases.. Prior to law school, Ms. Bennett spent six years focused on product launch and cross-medium marketing in the biotechnology and medical device industries, public relations campaign development and implementation in the legal and entertainment industries, and e-commerce and digital marketing in the consumer goods industry.

Jack Chammas is a California attorney since 1996. He received his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, and then received his Juris Doctor Degree from Western State University, College of Law in Fullerton, California. He started his own law practice in 1996 and gained his experience representing clients in many aspects of the law including business law, business litigation, criminal law, bankruptcy, immigration, and torts.. After two years into his private practice, Jack joined a California Based Corporation as its in-house General Counsel. What started out as a small business venture eventually became the experience of his lifetime. Within ten years of working as General Counsel, the company grew exponentially to a multi-million dollar institution operating in over 49 States. As General Counsel, Jack Chammas (1) Researched and interviewed outside counsel; (2) Negotiated fee agreements with law firms; (3) Managed, reviewed and controlled billing; (4) Participated in discovery, court hearings, arbitration and settlement hearings; (5) Drafted and Monitored all contracts with clients, vendors, and independent contractors; (6) Handled Entire Risk Management Department for Corporation; (7) Handled Human Resource Compliance matters including: background checks, hiring, firing, employee disciplinary matters as well as employee releases, exit agreements and termination; (8) Handled, organized and maintained all corporate books, records and securities as well as government filings and compliance.. Recently, Jack was involved in complex commercial litigation and commercial breach of contract cases. He has represented clients in federal and state courts. He actively participated in State and Federal multi-million complex business litigation cases against major Fortune 500 publicly traded companies. One of the cases resulted in a $16 Million Dollars jury verdict. He is particularly skilled at simplifying complex matters for presentation to courts and juries. He prides himself on offering efficient and quality service and strongly believes that building a law practice is not about billable hours but about client trust.. Los Angeles business attorney Jack Chammas brings the real-world experience necessary to effectively guide corporate clients through the complicated maze of regulations and corporate formalities that govern the modern business relationship. In addition, his creative, personal approach coupled with sound business acumen led him to serve as board-level executive and General Counsel to Los Angeles area corporations both private and non-profit. He established the Chammas Law Office in order to impart personal attention and cost-effective business, business litigation, and labor / employment law solutions to California corporate clients without the overhead and multi-tiered staffing that are endemic to larger firms.. Through his partnering relationships with other law firms, Jack Chammas brings the skills of many other knowledgeable and talented lawyers to work on client matters where specialty skills may be of valuable assistance.. Jack Chammas has actively served several non-profit organizations and has received multiple commendations for his dedication and work to the community. He is general counsel to the Archdiocese of his Church and is legal consultant to seven constituent churches in Western United States.. CHAMMAS OUTSIDE GENERAL COUNSEL. Jack Chammas has created an exclusive program designed to provide all the services & resources of corporate General Counsel without the dedicated payroll expenses and overhead associated with full-time representation. In other words, "Outsourcing an In-House..." Check it out at

J. Andrew Douglas is a Partner with Richardson Harman Ober PC. He has extensive experience in handling a diverse array of business and real estate matters, specializing in complex business, real estate, financial institution and insurance coverage litigation. He represents clients in the firm’s Community Association Law practice group, as well as in commercial lending and defeasance transactions.. Mr. Douglas is licensed to practice in California, Colorado and Arizona. He is admitted to practice before the United States Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States District Court for the District of Arizona and the Central, Northern and Southern Districts of California.. A native of Illinois, Mr. Douglas migrated to California and attended the University of California, Los Angeles, where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Business Administration, graduating cum laude through the College Honors Program. He obtained his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Southern California. He also clerked with the Arizona State Court of Appeal.. Mr. Douglas was a featured lecturer at the University of Southern California Gould School of Law for more than 10 years. He also serves as a volunteer and Vice Chairman of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses, and volunteers for AYSO and Pasadena American Little League.

I pride myself on building lasting relationships with my clients and offering a personalized, family-oriented approach to legal services. When I meet with a perspective client, I immediately set out to identify the client's specific needs and tailor my legal advice to fit them. My goal is to implement sophisticated estate and business planning ideas without the unnecessary hassle and complexity.

I grew up in Washington DC area, went to college in Philadelphia, and have lived in NY, Boston, Phliadelphia, Laurel, Washington DC and Los Angeles, CA.  Earned four degrees: engineerng, business administration,  a Masters in Environmental Science and in 1984 a JD in law from Southwestern where I was #2 in the class.. Moved to LA in 1977 to lead an air quality planning group. After, cleaing the air,  I went to law school at night. Afterwards, I worked for the windmill industry and other alternative energy projects.. In 1985, I started my own law firm.  We specialize in Real Estate transactions and litigation. We have particular expertize in easements and boundary disputes. We have clients in Los Angeles, southern CA, Malibu, Northern CA, China, Germany,  and Italy.  We have four  attorneys and two admin staff.. When I am not working enjoy the outdoors and Montana.

I am the founding shareholder of Full Circle Business Law, PC and a managing attorney. I draw on many of my unique life experiences to provide a well-rounded perspective in my legal work. Prior to law school, I founded an online clothing boutique (“for the perfectly petite”) and was a competitive dancer for many years. Today, I bring that same passion and determination to my work with my clients.. I received my J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law and was admitted to the California State Bar in 2012. Prior to law school, I attended the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business, where I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Strategic Management.. I devote my free time to the YWCA Glendale & Pasadena as a board member and co-VP of the Governance Committee.. What Makes Full Circle Business Law Different?Our Brand Promise says it all: Deliver an exceptional client experience full of insight and care.

hen there’s experience. Silvio Nardoni has been practicing law in Southern California for more than 30 years, with significant litigation experience in front of judges, juries, and arbitrators, and has also served as a court-appointed mediator. Silvio has extensive legal experience with probates, trusts, and contracts, as well as estate planning, wills, and bankruptcy. Put it all together and you can see why Silvio Nardoni is considered to be one of the premiere business, estate planning, and probate attorneys in the Los Angeles area, and throughout greater Southern California. But Silvio doesn’t rest on his achievements. Silvio genuinely cares about his clients, and takes great pride in it. Silvio is also well known for being a careful listener, with an unshakable commitment to fairness and to helping others. Silvio Nardoni is a genuine advocate, and a terrific asset to have in a legal setting.

Barry A. Bradley, the firm's managing partner, is a graduate of San Diego State University (B.S., with distinction, 1983) and Loyola Law School (J.D., 1986), where he was a state moot court team representative in the Roger Traynor Moot Court Competition and a finalist in the Scott Moot Court Honors Competition. Before founding the firm, he served as a Deputy District Attorney for the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, Hardcore Gang Prosecution Division, where he had over thirty jury trials (including numerous murder trials).  For nearly two decades, Mr. Bradley has applied his law enforcement background with marked effectiveness to civil litigation, representing private security and business industries, both in the courts and in administrative proceedings.. He has lectured throughout the nation to various security associations, private security companies, security departments and corporations (including Exxon, Hewlett-Packard, Kaiser Permanente, Bristol-Meyers Squibb, and Kraft General Foods, Inc., Catholic Healthcare West) on topics pertaining to preventative documentation, risk management and increased training. He has been a featured speaker at several annual and regional seminars for ASIS International and the California Association of Licensed Security Agencies, Guards & Associates (CALSAGA), a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing standards and training in the security industry. Mr. Bradley's lecture topics have included: avoiding employment lawsuits (wage and hour claims and class actions, sexual harassment prevention, and policy manual knowledge), minimizing exposure in negligent security cases, and business contract issues.. He has obtained two successful published appellate decisions, both of which have far-reaching effects in favor of the business and private security industries in California. In Maria D. v. Westec Residential Security, Inc. (2000) 85 Cal. App. 4th 125, the California Court of Appeal held that an alleged rape committed by a uniformed security officer while on duty is outside of the course and scope of employment, thus shielding the corporation from respondent superior liability. Similarly, in Borg-Warner Protective Services Corporation dba Wells Fargo Guard Services v. Superior Court (1999) 75 1203, the California Court of Appeal ruled that the state's Private Security Services Act section addressing a security company's obligations still allow the company to assert the defense that it is not liable for its employees' actions committed outside the course and scope employment.. Mr. Bradley is the Legal Advisor to CALSAGA.  He is also a regular contributing author to security publications, such as Observed & Reported and Security Executive.  He authored California's required legal training modules for security officers published by CALSAGA.  His articles have appeared in numerous publications in several states throughout the security industry.. Mr. Bradley has an AV® Preeminent Rating™ from Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest possible Peer Review Rating. This distinction is given to those that have been recognized by their peers to be the best in both legal ability and ethical practice.. Mr. Bradley has been named a Southern California Super Lawyer for the past six years, an honor bestowed upon only 5% of the lawyers in Southern California.  He is involved in several organizations, including: BOMA of Greater Los Angeles (Security & Emergency Preparedness Committee), Law Enforcement and Private Security (LEAPS) Conference Board Advisor (since its inception), the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS), ASIS International, the Glendale Police & Private Security Partnership, and CALSAGA.  A native of California, he also has a black belt in Karate, and enjoys sports time with his wife and children.

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Alex Gilanians joined the firm of Halversen & Gilanians in 1996 as a partner, one year after being admitted as a member of the State Bar, and within two years, formed his own firm in May 1998 as the law office of Alex Gilanians, A Professional Corporation, specializing in construction law, and business litigation.  He also has substantial experience with business transactions, business litigation, consumer protection and real property law.  Alex has received a excellent ratings from Martindale-Hubbell for maintaining the highest standards of professional and ethical excellence in the legal community.He came to law practice with a background in construction. Alex graduated cum laude from University of Western Ontario, in London Ontario in 1985 with a BSC in Mathematics & Statistics with an Honors degree in Actuarial Science.  His first job was with Executive Life Insurance Company in Santa Monica California in 1986 as a member of the Research and Development for Executive Life Insurance where he performed product promotion and public relations, researched, analyzed and reviewed statistical data for various insurance related products.Knowing that he could do more with his skill set, Alex returned to school in 1990 to pursue his education in law and in 1995 graduated from the Glendale University College of Law and successfully passed his bar examination on his first attempt.  While attending law school, he worked as a project and office manager at a local construction firm, clerked at the law office of George C. Halversen, and attended law school in the evenings.  Upon passing the bar exam he became and associate in the firm and within six months became a partner forming the firm of Halversen & Gilanians.  Since 1995 Alex has represented clients in over 1000 suits in Superior, Municipal and Federal courts in California.  From adversary proceedings in Bankruptcy Court to arbitrations and mediations with the American Arbitration Association, most of his activities have involved resolutions of civil disputes spanning a wide range of cases and areas of law.He has been a guest speaker on construction issues at various professional meetings and a panel member on numerous intermediate and advanced level Construction Law programs.Alex has also acted as either mediator or arbitrator in over 100 cases, including many for the Los Angeles Superior Court, as a judge pro tem and pro bono mediator in Court administered programs administered by various judges in the Los Angeles Superior Court.For more information about Alex Gilanians, email Education    University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario Canada.    Glendale University College of Law, Glendale California USA.Bar Admissions    California State Bar, 1995    Supreme Court of the State of California, December 13, 1995    United States District Court, Central District, June 26, 1996    United States District Court, Southern District, March 8, 2010    United States District Court, Northern District, April 11, 2000    Supreme Court of the United States, Washington D.C. March 20, 2000     Association of Trial Lawyers of America, 2004 Honors & Activities    Strathmore's Who's Who Registry    Marquis Who's Who in American Law    Martindale-Hubbell AV rating (from Very High to Preeminent)    Lecturer for construction law seminars and construction industry trade shows for major      construction related trade associations    Past Trustee for Glendale Bar Association and Lawyer Referral Service

A member of the California bar since 2008, I have trial and appellate experience in both state and federal court. Among my recent victories are a $744,000 judgment in a real estate/securities fraud case, a $340,000 settlement in a bankruptcy case, and a $50,000 settlement in a professional negligence case. I began my career as a reporter for the Los Angeles Business Journal and was a successful corporate communications director while I attended law school at night at Southwestern Law School. I hold a B.A. in political science from Stanford University.. My background includes work at Southern California Edison, KCET-TV and the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF), where I garnered national attention for Gonzalez v. Abercrombie, an employment discrimination case  with a $51 million , and Flores v. Albertsons, a wage/hour case with a $24 million settlement.. I am a licensed real estate broker and have held a Series 7 (stockbroker’s) license and a California casualty and life insurance license. I have served on the boards of several non-profit organizations.. Feel free to contact me, and if I can't help you, I will refer you to someone who can. Thank you for reading my profile.. - J.C.

*** Super Lawyers Rising Star 2016 - 2024 ***. Attorney Andre Boniadi specializes in both Business Litigation and Personal Injury. With nearly two decades of experience, Mr. Boniadi has recovered Millions of Dollars for his clients. Mr. Boniadi has successfully represented clients at Mediation, Arbitration and at Court Trials.. With extensive experience in representing individuals and companies, Boniadi Law is committed to securing the best outcomes for its clients, whether they’re facing complex business disputes or navigating the challenges of personal injury claims. The firm’s practice is built on a foundation of personalized service, strategic guidance, and tenacious advocacy, always prioritizing clients' needs and goals.