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Derek G. Thiele, JDLicensed to practice law in California, Washington and Washington DC, Derek’s law practice has an emphasis on business and corporate law, litigation and arbitration as well as mergers and acquisitions. His firm, Thiele & May LLP, advises clients on a broad range of litigation and transactional business law matters including employment agreements, acquisition and divestiture initiatives, contract drafting and negotiations as well as litigation avoidance and strategic planning. Litigation expertise includes trial and dispute resolution covering product liability, aviation defense, real estate, personal injury, medical malpractice, contract and business disputes. Derek is also a California real estate broker and speaks German. He holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and a Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) from the Santa Barbara College of Law.

After years of representing investors in complex shareholder derivative actions and securities fraud class actions involving Fortune 10 and 500s, I now focus on representing companies and small businesses scaling to and beyond 7 & 8 figures.. I serve as a fractional general counsel for businesses in a variety of industries, advising on a variety of different corporate law matters. These include:. - contracts. - corporate governance. - civil disputes. - consumer protection and privacy. - intellectual property. - securities laws.. I offer predictible subscription legal services, flat rate legal products, and hourly billing to meet a spectrum of legal counsel needs for scaling businesses.  Contact me for more information.

As your attorney, I will vigorously represent your interests and spare no effort to achieve your objectives.  I am dedicated to providing what the market for legal services demands: the highest quality legal work delivered efficiently and at a reasonable price. I endeavor for each matter to be my client's partner in achieving the best possible result.. My practice focuses upon business formation and governance, business transactions, and contracts.  As a business litigator I recognize the importance of a clearly drafted contract, one that sets forth and defines the rights and obligations of the parties.. I have served as Judge Pro-Tem of the Los Angeles Municipal Court and provided pro-bono services to Bet-Tzedek and Wilshire Boulevard Temple. Additionally, I served on the Board of Directors of the John Wayne Cancer Institute and on the Board of Counselors of the USC School of Social Work.  I also mentor recent admittees to the California State Bar.

Oji Nwankwo has extensive experience in the technology, entertainment, gaming and Internet applications industries as both a lawyer and senior executive.. Prior to starting his own practice, Mr. Nwankwo was General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for Innova Gaming Group Inc. (TSX:IGG) and General Counsel for its main operating subsidiary, Diamond Game Enterprises. As the primary legal resource for the company, Mr. Nwankwo negotiated and drafted a wide variety of commercial agreements. In addition, he was responsible for all corporate matters, dispute resolution, intellectual property issues (including music licensing, trademark filings and patent administration) and provided general legal advice. While there, he oversaw the private acquisition of Diamond Game by a multi-billion dollar, international gaming company and the eventual spin-off/IPO of Innova on the Toronto Stock Exchange.. Mr. Nwankwo previously served as VP of Professional Services for RealPractice (later acquired by ReachLocal), where he managed all aspects of the company's client relationships (primarily Am Law 250 clientele) as well as held operational responsibility for all enterprise clients. In addition to his senior management duties, he negotiated and drafted software licenses, escrow agreements and other miscellaneous contracts.. Prior to his management position in the technology sector, he served as Counsel at Artisan Entertainment and then Lionsgate Entertainment. At both Artisan and Lionsgate, Mr. Nwankwo supervised all aspects of legal and business affairs relating to music, including soundtracks, music licenses and publishing administration. In addition, at Artisan, he was responsible for all facets of contractual delivery, including chain of title, E&O insurance and music licenses.. Earlier in his career, as Director of Programming Acquisition at , Mr. Nwankwo's responsibilities included securing strategic partnerships with major production companies, networks, and station groups as well as negotiating and drafting television licensing and online distribution agreements. Mr. Nwankwo also has worked in the corporate legal departments of Fox Broadcasting Company and HBO.

I have decided not to run for Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge for 2022.  Maybe for 2024.  It is difficult for a civil attorney to win these elections, but I really want to try.  For this election there were very few upen seats, and approximately 5 - 6 prosecutors/government attorneys are running in each slot, so I don't really have a chance.  If you are interested in helping me in 2024, please contact me for further information.. I have included a photo of my paralegal!  His name is Oscar.  He claims that I work him "like a dog".  He tells me that all the assignments are "ruff".. I love to play tennis, paddle tennis at Venice Beach, and play with my dog, Oscar (the paralegal).. I have a very balanced life consisting of work, recreation, exercise and travelling, as well as spending time with friends and family.

Eric Eagle Hartmans is the principal attorney of Hartmans Law. He represents clients in trademark clearance, prosecution, and disputes, including opposition and cancellation actions. He also advises startups regarding entity formation and commercial transactions, and he frequently advises founders and executives regarding business transactions, stock options, and exit strategy.. Mr. Hartmans services as an Expert-in-Residence at UC Irvine Applied Innovation, where he advises companies regarding intellectual property, funding, and commercial transactions. He provides pro bono legal services through Public Counsel, and he supports charities including the Jewish Federal of Los Angeles, Bet Tzedek Legal Services, and Jewish Family Services of Los Angeles.

George G. Braunstein is the senior partner at Braunstein & Braunstein, PC. He has been practicing law since 1988. He is a skilled litigator with significant trial experience. Mr. Braunstein has handled numerous complex cases in a variety of practice areas including entertainment, intellectual property, business, healthcare, products liability, personal injury, real estate, constitutional law, and finance.. Entertainment law is one of the cornerstones of Braunstein & Braunstein, PC, and is one of Mr. Braunstein’s specialties. Having personally produced over nine major motion pictures, Mr. Braunstein has an insider’s knowledge of the entertainment industry that other attorneys lack. Mr. Braunstein has represented motion picture production companies, distribution companies, as well as individual actors, directors, recording artists, music publishers, editors and screenwriters.. Mr. Braunstein also has a very successful healthcare practice, representing and advising physicians, healthcare providers and other medical groups on litigation and regulatory related matters.  Mr. Braunstein has represented providers in all aspects of administrative hearings and investigation before the Medical Board and other administrative agencies. Mr. Braunstein has also successfully represented physicians in disputes with their medical practice groups, hospitals and insurance companies.. Mr. Braunstein has extensive experience representing individuals and businesses in a multitude of commercial litigation matters such as breach of contract, employment disputes, fraud, deceptive trade practices and intellectual property concerns. Mr. Braunstein regularly advises and represents clients in other complex litigation matters such as personal injury, products liability, and real estate. Mr. Braunstein’s range of proficiency provides him with the arsenal necessary to successfully represent his clients in practically any substantive practice area.

Over the course of legal career spanning over a twenty-nine (29) years so far, my firm shifted from a litigation-focused practice to a (non-litigation) business law practice.  I have represented many start-up companies and seasoned businesses alike, including a digital PR firm, an entertainment industry PR firm, an online media company, a "swag" manufacturing and design company, business executives, a variety of internet companies, insurance brokers, a videography/photography company, entertainment industry support companies, a gaming company, computer programming companies, an online education platform, an e-commerce guitar wholesaler, a national musical instrument manufacturer, an international computer manufacturer, general construction contractors, a limousine company, a record company executive, a "green" energy company, various technology companies, film and TV directors and producers, a car dealership, a yacht brokerage, an architecture firm, a plastic surgeon, a dentist/endodontist, an opthamologist, and even other lawyers.  Most of my clients came to me with their start-up dreams and have remained clients as their businesses have grown.  Some of my clients have been with me for over ten (10) years now.