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Kent W. Meyer, Principal Attorney and Owner, formal education includes:. ·         B.A. in Slavic Languages and Literature from University of California, Berkeley;. ·         MBA from the University of Montana;. ·         PhD in Accounting and Taxation from the University of Texas, Austin;. ·         J.D. from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law;. ·         L.L.M. from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law.. Dr. Meyer has had more than thirty years experience as a practitioner and educator.  He has served as a sole tax practitioner, the Chief Financial Officer for several biotech and software companies, partner in a large international law firm and owner of his own law office.  He has extensive domestic and international experience in business and tax planning, mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiations, and corporate and partnership operations. Dr. Meyer currently teaches graduate accounting and tax at California State University, Sacramento and McGeorge School of Law.  He has been director and teacher in numerous international educational programs in the countries of Soviet Union, Russia, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Latvia. Dr. Meyer also served on Russian President, Boris Yeltsin's team that drafted modern Russia's tax code after the break up of the Soviet Union.

Bryce is a passionate attorney whose dedication to clients shines through everything he does. Over the years, Bryce has helped clients with everything from forming new businesses and reorganizing partnerships, to establishing non-profit organizations, to tackling various licensing issues and lobbying local governments, to developing business and personal succession plans.. Bryce practices client-focused general counsel, providing tailored solutions for difficult matters with an emphasis on small business and estate planning. Bryce’s innovative style draws upon over a decade of experience in diverse practice areas such as corporate law, business litigation and estate planning, allowing him to see opportunities and provide perspectives overlooked in many cases.By taking time to listen, and to understand his clients’ needs and goals, Bryce helps clients manage risks and stay focused on what matters most - their success. In business matters, Bryce regularly assists clients with the formation and organization of new businesses, resolving business disputes, and managing compliance issues. Bryce has successfully lobbied local governments to adopt new ordinances and business licensing opportunities for clients, and assisted businesses with navigating the sometimes complex regulations governing their industries.. In estate planning matters, Bryce works closely with clients to identify their goals and develop flexible business succession and personal estate plans to ensure clients’ final wishes are carried out accurately and with a minimum of administrative expense. By focusing on the client and taking time to thoroughly understand their individual situations and desires, Bryce is able to simplify the sometimes complex world of estate planning and help clients understand their needs and achieve their goals.. Early in his legal career, Bryce worked as a paralegal at Thelen, Reid, and Priest, and Perkins Coie in San Francisco, working on complex civil litigation matters. After relocating to the Santa Barbara area, Bryce worked with several smaller law firms gaining invaluable experience in corporate and estate planning matters, before finally partnering with Daniella Felix to form Felix & Killen, Attorneys at Law. Bryce is a graduate of the University of Texas, San Francisco State University and the Santa Barbara College of Law. When crafting solutions for clients, Bryce draws upon both his law school education and over 10 years of experience in diverse practice areas including corporate law, civil litigation, and estate planning. Bryce’s educational background and varied work experience allows him to bring fresh perspectives to business law and estate planning matters to help clients better understand the possibilities in any situation.. Bryce lives in Carpinteria, California, with his wife and two children, where he is a member of the Carpinteria Morning Rotary Club. When he’s not representing clients, Bryce enjoys volunteering in his community through local service organizations and the California Avocado Festival, soaking up rays at the beach with the kids, gardening and barbequing.

Founder - The Baptiste Firm, A.P.C.. Counsel - Garrison Walker Group, Inc.

Graduate of Duke University School of Law.  Former practicing attorney at AmLaw 100 international law firm Latham & Watkins.. Kelly practices as in-house corporate counsel for Breville Group.

Mr. Varga has a wide array of experience ranging from in-house counsel to civil litigation:. Advisor: Mr. Varga currently serves as the legal advisor for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of Solano County.  At the SBDC he assists local business with the numerous legal challenges and logistical problems that startups and existing businesses face.  He also advises the Benicia Community Garden regarding various community outreach programs, in addition to maintaining a beautiful garden on their premises.. In-House Counsel: Mr. Varga has extensive experience drafting, negotiating, and revising various corporate contracts and documents, including but not limited to: employment contracts, licensing agreements, marketing agreements, intellectual property registration, cease and desist letters, non-disclosure agreements, internal policies and procedures, and advising management and directors regarding strategic business decisions.. Auditor: Mr. Varga worked as an auditor on the Independent Foreclosure Review Project which focused on the 2008 foreclosure crises and the actions taken by the leading financial institution.  While working on the project he examined foreclosures and investigated if the institution complied with state and federal regulations.  He was trained as a subject matter expert in Chapter 7 and 13 Bankruptcy proceedings in all 50 states.. Civil Litigation: Mr. Varga also has experience with various civil matters.  He has represented an array of clients in the greater Bay Area.  He has managed numerous cases from filing and discovery through motion work and trial.  He is fully aware of the the high toll of litigation, both financial cost and emotional stress.

For the past 10 years I have been committed to practicing law with the highest ethical standards.  I work with clients that are committed to taking care of their employees, customers, and the environment. I specialize in areas of the law that my clients most need including  small business law, non profit law, contract law, startup and formation, trademarks, securities, employment law, and estate planning.  Within each of these areas, I work with my clients to not only ensure compliance with the law but use of best practices.  Using best practices helps my clients to maintain leadership in their industries and thrive over the long term.  In fact, my firm, Sustainable Law Group, uses many of the same best practices that Becki helps her clients to achieve.  As a result, Sustainable Law Group was awarded Best For The Long Term by B Labs in 2017. Learn more about me here.

Aaron’s trial practice focuses on catastrophic personal injury, business and employment litigation, wrongful death and legal malpractice. Aaron has helped effectively litigate and settle a wide range of cases for the firm.. Outside the courtroom, Aaron is a competitive surfer, and shares his passion for surfing by teaching surfing to Veterans who suffer from disabilities such as PTSD. Aaron is also involved in the Animal Legal Defense Fund, and spends time outside of litigation advocating for legislation opposing animal cruelty.. Aaron’s unwavering commitment to justice helped achieve a $7 million jury verdict in a sexual harassment and wrongful termination case involving a whistleblower who sued celebrity yoga guru Bikram Choudhury. He also obtained a $5 million settlement in a legal malpractice case that involved a lawyer who failed to advise a hedge fund client on SEC regulations.. Aaron secured a multimillion-dollar jury verdict in a wrongful termination/whistleblower retaliation claim on behalf of a cancer research doctor, who had been terminated after refusing to fraudulently obtain NIH funds. In a premises liability lawsuit that settled for $4 million, Aaron helped represent the employee of an independent contractor who suffered paraplegia after being struck by falling machinery at a job site. In a binding arbitration, Aaron won a multimillion-dollar award on behalf of a woman who was struck by an elevator door causing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).. Aaron attended San Diego State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and graduated with Honors. He also surfed competitively and helped lead SDSU to the Collegiate National Championships. He then attended Loyola Law School where he earned his J.D. While studying at Loyola, Aaron spent a summer in Costa Rica studying Environmental Law and International Human Rights Law. Aaron is a member of the American Association for Justice, the Association of Business Trial Lawyers, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, Consumer Attorneys of California. Aaron is a member of the State Bar of California as well as admitted to the U.S. District Court Central District of California. He was recently listed in the 2018 Southern California Rising Stars; Civil Litigation: Plaintiff.

Carl is a licensed attorney in California and Oregon, and focuses his practice on business litigation and attorney client disputes.. Originally from Wisconsin, Carl came to Univeristy of Southern California for law school and hasn't left. In addition to his legal work, Carl has gotten involved in the community through taking a leadership role in the local chapter of the Marquette University alumni association and as a board member and section chair for the South Bay Bar Association.