Avenal Lawyers

I've been in practice since 1991 serving clients primarily in areas of business law, real estate, and agricultural law. I love working with small business owners. On the transactional side of my practice, I enjoy helping them set up various entities (partnerships, LLCs, and corporations), analyze contracts/leases, avoid liability, and set up good business practices. On the litigation side, I've represented numerous clients dealing with business frauds and business relationships that have gone bad. I've also handled a number of business sales/purchases either in the form of stock purchases, LLC membership transfers, or asset purchases. Part of the fun of representing...

David K. Cohn is the managing partner of Chain | Cohn | Clark and is one of the most highly regarded trial lawyers in California's Central Valley. He has been recognized in the "Best Lawyers in America" program, which is the oldest and among most respected attorney ranking services in the world. He has also been voted in the Best Lawyer in Kern County by The Bakersfield Californian Readers' Choice Poll, as well as a "Top Attorney," as reviewed be peers in Bakersfield Life Magazine. David has also been named a Super Lawyer in Southern California, an honor bestowed upon only...

Peter Depew is a veteran of the United States Army, a graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law, and a former clerk to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Rwanda. He enjoys all things involving the Pacific Ocean.

Mr. Middlebrook is a Southern California Super Lawyer, is AV Rated (highest rating available by Martindale Hubbell) and has a perfect 10 rating on AVVO.com. He is considered the preeminent DUI attorney in the Southern San Joaquin Valley. He spends hundreds of hours a year attending, moderating and lecturing in seminars. He exclusively represents persons accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and the forensic science associated with those areas. He is a Founding Member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association and currently sits on their Second Vice President. He is a Sustaining Member...

A large portion of my practice is devoted to the division of retirement accounts requiring Qualified Domestic Relations Orders or QDRO’s. In this unique area of law, I can bring a sense of calm and order by reviewing and offering advice as to the division of most deferred compensation plans.

I bring a diverse background with plenty of life experience to the table for my clients. Before taking the plunge into law school and the practice of law, I worked in the Kern County District Attorney’s Office, Bureau of Investigation, Kern County Employees’ Retirement Association (KCERA) and ran a successful termite...

In 2014, Mr. Gasparian took his passion for personal injury law and created Maison Law, a firm that gives everyday people the opportunity to stand up against major insurance companies and seek the compensation they need. As a lawyer, Mr. Gasparian takes a hands-on approach to every case. He believes that every client should work directly with their lawyer, get honest advice and the personalized attention to detail their case deserves. He is known for his detail-oriented strategies, positive attitude, and personable relationship with his clients. In his spare time, Mr. Gasparian enjoys working out, playing basketball, and spending time with...

Immigration attorney Jesus Martinez has your best interest at heart. As the son of immigrants, he understands the fears and concerns clients have with their case. Lawyer Jesus will fight for you to get the best immigration result possible.

El abogado de inmigración Jesús Martínez tiene su mejor interés en el corazón. Como hijo de inmigrantes, comprende los temores y las preocupaciones que los clientes tienen con su caso. El abogado Jesús luchará por usted para obtener el mejor resultado de inmigración posible.

Ms. Russell was raised in Northern California and attended California State University, Fresno as a member of the Smittcamp Family Honors College. She competed for four years as a member of the Fresno State Mock Trial team, completing over one hundred trials and winning numerous awards for her performance as a student attorney and witness. She graduated in 2012 with her B.A. in Political Science, cum laude and her B.S. in Criminology, cum laude and with department honors. She received her J.D. from the University of Southern California, Gould School of Law in 2015.

During law school, Ms. Russell served as...

Mark L. Creede is an AV rated (Martindale-Hubbell Preeminent) construction law attorney specializing in private and public work contract disputes involving heavy highway, commercial, and industrial construction, mechanic's liens, stop payment notices, payment and performance bonds, subdivision bonds, commercial construction defect claims, change orders, delay, disruption, and acceleration claims, bid disputes, surety law, design professional liability and claims, insurance claims, litigation, arbitration, and mediation. He represents general engineering contractors, general building contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, owners, developers, architects, engineers, sureties, and insurance carriers. Mr. Creede is also a construction arbitration panelist with the American Arbitration Association and a member of...

As an Attorney I have handled many types of cases. I was a Deputy District Attorney prior to opening my own law office. Prior to law school I was a claims adjuster for AAA Insurance for over 12 years. I obtained my Real Estate Broker's license in 2008. I understand how to get things done and still treat others with respect.

H.A. Sala has been an attorney licensed to practice law in California for 33 years. He has been certified as a legal specialist in Criminal Law by the California Board of Legal Specialization of the State Bar of California for 20 years, and is presently the only practitioner in Kern County to achieve this distinction.

L. Rob Werner is the founding attorney of The Werner Law Firm and is ranked as one of the most experienced lawyers in the state of California. He launched the Law Offices of L. Rob Werner in 1975 and since has built the company into an award-winning firm. He has repeatedly been recognized for his quality service to his clients and to the community. Some of the honors he has received include: Readers' Choice Award for Best Attorney from the Los Angeles Daily News; SCV Bar Association Attorney of the Year; Voted "Best Of" Santa Clarita Valley...

At the Law Office of Tina M. Barberi, P.C., our criminal and DUI trial attorney stands out among other law firms because we offer an established reputation for obtaining great results for our clients. We are dedicated to our clients and will fight hard to get the results you need when facing criminal charges. We are different from most lawyers because we focus on being proactive, rather than reactive, when dealing with the criminal justice system and the Courts. We handle criminal and DUI matters daily and know how Fresno judges handle cases similar to yours....

Peter B. Fisher is an experienced personal injury and civil litigation attorney with Curtis Legal Group’s Sacramento office. He focuses his practice on helping injured victims involved in motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, fires, electrocutions, workplace accidents, elder abuse, and products liability cases. Peter graduated from the University of California at Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics in 2004. He earned his Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law in 2009. During law school, he was a Certified Student Attorney for the Tucson City Public Defender’s Office,...

Attorney Richard M. Oberto is committed to providing clients the best legal representation in cases where people have the most at stake.

Robert May was raised the oldest of five siblings in a blue-collar family on the Central Coast. Robert spent his teenage years working after school and each summer at the local cement plant where he would shovel an endless supply of sand and repair cement trucks. Robert then made the decision to be the first member of his family to receive a college degree. Robert’s goal was to attend Cal Poly San Luis Obispo after his grandfather, Bob May, who worked at the San Luis Mill for more than thirty years, took Robert to the campus.

After graduating from Righetti High...

Mark A. Broughton is a Fresno County criminal defense attorney who represents men, women, and juveniles in state and federal court. Mr. Broughton has been licensed to practice law for the past 39 years. He regularly defends people accused of simple misdemeanor DUIs to complex cases such as white collar, gang related matters, and murder charges. He was the chief defense attorney for a 17-attorney criminal defense law firm where he worked exclusively in criminal matters for nearly 15 years. Mr. Broughton is death penalty qualified and is currently on the special circumstances/death penalty panel of attorneys who are...

Top 40 Under 40, Rising Star in California, Best Criminal Trial Attorney! Aggressive, young, and hungry. Sally does not shy from a fight, she comes prepared with a history of success, honors and awards recognizing her ability to win for her clients. Not one unhappy client- check the reviews. Sally is driven for success, in creating her own law firm to helping each and every one of her clients, she shows the same unyielding commitment.

The courtroom is more than arguing, there are numerous motions that are filed. You want an attorney with skills in research and writing so that...

Gillett Law has served clients throughout California for over a decade.  Mr. Gillett and his staff understand that any legal issue, whether it be a family issue, a problem at school, a brush with the law or a chance to grow your business, can be a difficult time in one’s life.  That is why the firm takes every effort to understand who you are, where you are coming from and what actions need to be taken to serve your interest.   Mr. Gillett has a broad caseload and resume to match.  Throughout his practice he has been committed to...

Criminal Defense Lawyer and Civil Litigator for over 40 years in Santa Barbara, California; Certified Criminal Law Specialist (The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization); Past President of California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ).

Mr. Sanger has handled numerous high profile cases, death penalty and other homicide cases as well as complex criminal white collar and civil litigation in state and federal courts.

Mr. Sanger is also a Professor of Law and Forensic Science at the Santa Barbara College of Law and consults on forensic issues on a selected basis. He is an opponent of the death penalty...

Andrew S. Mendlin is the Vice-President and Supervising Attorney of Curtis Legal Group. He focuses his practice on helping victims of motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, dog bites, and product liability cases. His previous experience as an insurance claims adjuster provides him with strong insight into how to successfully negotiate plaintiffs’ claims with insurance companies. Andrew has been practicing law in the state of California since 1996 and is a trial lawyer with a reputation for achieving large compensation for his clients. With over 25 years of experience in personal injury litigation, he takes pride in working...

Maria C. Jaime is a personal injury attorney with Curtis Legal Group. She focuses her practice on representing clients injured in auto accidents, truck accidents, off-road vehicle accidents, accidents resulting from trip and fall cases, and victims involved in wrongful death cases. Maria graduated from California State University, Stanislaus with a Bachelor of Science in Social Sciences in 2000. She then earned her law degree from Lincoln College of San Jose in 2003 and is licensed to practice law in the state of California. As the daughter of migrant farm workers, she spent her childhood in a farm labor center...

With a background that includes serving as an in-house counsel for a nationally known insurance company, he’s proven himself equally adept at litigating complex business cases. In fact, Frank’s practice is 100 percent devoted to litigation.

Frank is a down-to-earth, lifelong resident of Fresno County who was raised on his family’s vineyard in Selma. He’s returned the blessings he received as a Valley kid by staying local when he attended Fresno State and then San Joaquin College of Law to earn his Juris Doctorate (J.D.) in 1994.

Today, he uses his community roots, courtroom experience, and a practical, personable touch to leverage...

"I love my work. I get to make a real difference to help people maintain their businesses and livelihoods. A file is more than just paper, it is my client's hard work and often a significant portion of their lives. I enjoy working with my clients to empower them to take control of their tax, estate planning and business issues." Frank Huerta Jr. Esq. Frank Huerta Jr. has 19 years of experience as an attorney and law clerk working in government and tax law issues. He has a successful record of representing taxpayers before the IRS, Franchise Tax Board, Board Of...

Bankruptcy Attorney Neil Schwartz has been practicing bankruptcy law since 2001 and has personally prepared thousands of bankruptcies.

Originally from New York, Neil headed west to California for college. He attended and graduated from San Diego State University and the Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

Neil began his career as an attorney in Southern California with the largest consumer firm in California, Price Law Group. After a grueling few years of spending up to 4 days a week commuting from Los Angeles to Bakersfield to handle his case load, he decided to make Bakersfield his permanent residence in 2004. In 2006 he...

Steven P. Roberts studied economics and philosophy at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and graduated magna cum laude from California State University, Humboldt. He obtained his juris doctorate degree from Willamette University. During law school, he was a senior law clerk for the United States Attorney's Office, District of Oregon. Mr. Roberts was admitted to the California State Bar in 1999 and became a member of the San Luis Obispo Bar Association in 2000. Mr. Roberts is a founding partner Roberts & Spiegel, LLP and is admitted to practice law in both California State and Federal courts. He is currently...

My practice is devoted entirely to bankruptcy and debt resolution. I represent consumer and small business debtors and creditors in cases under chapters 7, 11, and 13. A significant portion of my practice is devoted to representing chapter 7 trustees.

Steven M. Chanley is a shareholder with Employer Advocates Group "(EAG") law firm, in San Luis Obispo and Orange County, where he concentrates on defending and advising businesses in all aspects of Employment Law. His practice includes wage-hour, employee misclassification, employment discrimination, sexual harassment, trade secret misappropriation, and wrongful termination litigation defense. Mr. Chanley also advises businesses on Employment Law compliance and personnel matters. Mr. Chanley is rated as "AV" by Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, the highest rating given to attorneys based on their legal ability and professional ethics, reliability and diligence. Prior to founding EAG in...

Charles Magill’s relentless and creative style of legal service has resulted in more than 150 jury and court trial victories. Because of his uncanny ability to explain complex legal cases with unmistakable clarity, many news organizations, including FOX, ABC, CBS, NPR, NBC, The Wall Street Journal and The Fresno Bee, have sought his concise legal insight in interviews. He is an active member in the local Fresno Community and a member of the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce. He and his firm have received multiple awards of recognition, many of which are a direct result of client nomination.

Since 2004, Susan Hemb has developed a successful bankruptcy and family law practice based on her commitment to providing top-tier legal services to her clients. Whether her clients are facing financial crisis or the difficulties associated with family law matters in California, they can rest assured that she will protect their rights and interests. Whether you need diplomatic negotiation or aggressive trial advocacy, Ms. Hemb is a compassionate attorney who takes the time necessary to tailor her representation to meet the unique needs of each client.

Plumtree & Brunner LLP is a boutique construction law firm specializing in representing general contractors, custom homebuilders, 8a contractors, remodelers, subcontractors, suppliers, engineers and architects in both California and Nevada. The firm represents clients in public, industrial, commercial and residential construction. Area of representation include, contract litigation, mechanics liens, bonded stop notices, delay claims, differing site conditions, change order negotiation/litigation, disgorgement, California Home Improvement Contract Issues, contract drafting/negotiation, CSLB license issues, business formation, expansion and dissolution, zoning, code enforcement, etc.

I have a unique background and have worked at the prosecutor's office on criminal cases, with state judges, and with immigration judges. This has given me an insight into the legal system, and the way that a judge will look at the evidence and the things they find compelling in deciding a case. My experience has allowed me to prepare myself and my clients for the best legal defense possible and to help my clients find solutions. The experience I gained not only in working behind the scenes but also in writing legal arguments to the court and...

Jubin J. Sharifi, is the founding attorney at the Sharifi Firm, APC. He graduated from California State University Northridge in 1996, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis on Finance and Marketing. In 2000, he received his J.D. from Southwestern University School of Law, located in Los Angeles California. Jubin was admitted to the State Bar of California in 2001 and is also licensed to practice law in the State of Florida.

Jubin clerked in the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, defending the City of Los Angeles against civil claims made against the city in a...

Stephanie joined Carmel & Naccasha’s Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning team in 2023. Stephanie graduated cum laude from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1996 and practiced civil litigation at several large bay area law firms, eventually becoming a Deputy Attorney General at the California Attorney General’s Office in the False Claims Section before returning to her hometown of San Luis Obispo in 2003. Upon returning to the Central Coast where she grew up, Stephanie worked at a local law firm practicing business and real estate law when she was invited to join the San Luis Obispo Legal Assistance...

Matt has wanted to be an attorney ever since he can remember. This desire led Matt to the University of Toledo where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Law and Social Thought with a concentration in Spanish.

After meeting his wife, Kim – a California native – while studying abroad in Alicante, Spain, Matt decided to follow love and moved to San Diego to attend California Western School of Law. Matt served as President of the Entertainment & Sports Law Society and Vice President of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Society and earned various awards such as the Academic Achievement Award...

With years of experience working for large law firms in San Francisco and Los Angeles, Emilie Elliott joined Carmel & Naccasha as an attorney in 2015. After being with the firm for five years, Emilie started her own practice during the pandemic while continuing to work for the firm on an Of-Counsel basis. She is very excited to be back with the firm and looks forward to continuing to serve our clients in intellectual property, employment law and business law matters. Emilie also has extensive experience in antitrust and unfair competition, business and entertainment litigation, and intellectual property litigation. Additionally, she...

Vincent Gorski practices in the areas of bankruptcy, family law, and business law. He is a certified bankruptcy specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. He handles routine and complex bankruptcy, family law/divorce, and business matters. He serves as a Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustee for the Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of California.

Shayda Yamini was born in raised in Los Angeles CA. She graduated from the University of California at Los Angeles in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology. She attended law school at the Southwestern University School of Law, receiving her J.D. in 2012. She is a member of the Beverly Hills Bar Association; the State Bar of California, and CAALA.

Shayda is a highly talented, resourceful and aggressive trial attorney, bringing tremendous passion and enthusiasm to her work as an advocate for the rights of her clients. She is an expert in representing injured individuals and their families...

The process of choosing an attorney is an important one and can be confusing. You simply want to know if you can trust me to handle your legal issue. You want to know if you’ll make a personal connection and not feel like another face in the crowd; whether I can meet you where you are and truly understand your needs. Some attorneys go directly from high school to college, on to law school, then into practice. There isn’t necessarily anything wrong with that; it’s been a successful route for more than a few. However, that overlooks the value of...

Jesse Danoff is a personal injury attorney based in Hollister, CA, with a specialization in premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury claims. His dedication to representing those who have been wronged has made him a prominent figure in the field of personal injury law. Currently serving as managing partner at Mitchell & Danoff in Hollister, CA, Jesse has become known for his relentless pursuit of justice for his clients. Jesse's approach to personal injury law is marked by strategic negotiations and meticulous trial preparation. He is known to do whatever it takes to...