Descanso Lawyers

Brian received a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the University of Oregon in Eugene, Oregon. Within Sociology he graduated with areas of concentration in "Crime and Delinquency"? and "Politics and Social Movements."? After his undergraduate work, Brian attended law school at Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego, California. During law school he received the Jefferson Medal and Witkin Award for receiving the top grades in each of the following classes: criminal law, civil procedure, trial practice, California evidence, and legal writing.

During his last year of law school in 2007, he received a...

I am a founding parter at Shorb & Connor and make it a point to get to know every client that walks through our firms doors. We are a small firm and offer small firm personal service but have the technology and team attorney approach of the larger firms. Ms. Connor and I keep up to date on every case, even thoughs handled by associates. Our goal is to help our clients, and what better way than to provide them with our entire firm's knowledge, not just their single attorney. I began my career at the San Diego Public...

Jerry Burleson is an ethical California lawyer who devotes a large part of his practice to legal representation of minority shareholders of privately held corporations who have been treated inequitably, ripped off, denied their shareholder rights, or otherwise in some way denied the benefit of their investment in a corporation because of the improper actions of corporate insiders or other persons in control of the corporation including majority shareholders, executive employees, corporate officers and directors.
Jerry also counsels and represents corporate directors, officers and executive employees who are faced with challenging ethical and legal issues in the performance of their responsibilities...

Graduated Pepperdine School of Law - 1976. Admitted to California State Bar - 1976. Commissioned as Navy Judge Advocate - 1979. Retired from Navy - 2003. Currently defending courts-martial, and various other criminal and administrative matters involving service members.

Highly experienced in commercial litigation and general corporate matters. Has been both partner in AM Law 50 law firm and General Counsel of corporation. Great courtroom, negotiation and client relation skills.

The firm focuses on personal injury, general civil litigation, especially in the area of business litigation, breach of contract, corporate dissolution and real estate litigation. The firm enjoys a clientele of small local business owners, franchisees, and individuals involved in civil disputes (both plaintiffs and defendants). In addition, the firm has partnered with local counsel in the areas of bankruptcy, criminal law and family law to provide referrals to our existing clients. Clients can expect personal interaction with each of the attorneys, rather than paralegals or secretaries.

Michael Rogers primarily represents national and regional automotive dealership clients in a wide variety of legal matters including consumer actions and complex litigation, federal and state regulatory matters, unfair competition claims, commercial and consumer litigation, labor and employment issues and franchise disputes. He has significant experience in effectively resolving high-stakes litigation and providing counsel for litigation avoidance and regulatory compliance. In addition to automotive dealerships, his clients include automotive affiliated businesses such as finance companies, flooring lenders, automobile service centers, and surety bonding companies. In addition to his extensive understanding of the complexities of the automotive industry, Michael’s particular...

Representing property owners, developers, general contractors, design professionals, and subcontractors, in business litigation, construction law, premises liability, contractual disputes, and real estate matters. Mr. Stohl’s practice has included various litigation matters including mechanic’s lien, design professional’s lien, stop notice, payment bond, breach of contract, and Miller Act causes of action. He has represented the firm’s clients in a wide range of matters including: Transactional work for general corporate counsel in drafting and negotiating contracts/ subcontracts to include innovative contractual arrangements for clients. Representation of municipalities in litigation on claims for premises liability arising in connection with highway/roadway design...

Attorney Dacely D. Garcia is an experienced criminal defense attorney who zealously advocates for her clients, protecting their rights and interests. She is committed to providing her clients with the highest level of representation at all stages of the criminal process and with the most individualized attention.

Being charged with a crime is a very scary, stressful and serious situation. If you or a loved one have been charged with a crime or are being investigated for a crime, it is crucial that you obtain the best possible representation from an experienced criminal defense attorney at the earliest possible stage of...

Attorney Shanna Welsh-Levin is a member of the State Bar of California, and the San Diego County Bar Association. She is a member of the Real Property Law Section Executive Committee, and was elected Chair of the Real Property Law Section during 2015. Mrs. Welsh-Levin is a California licensed real estate broker and an active member of the San Diego Association of REALTORS®. She has served on committees at SDAR, and attended legislative functions as a representative of the association. She is also a member of the California Association of REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®. ...

Serving San Diego County's family law needs for over 25 years. Certified by the State Bar of California as a family law specialist

With a distinguished background in both military service and maritime labor, Attorney Preston Easley brings over four decades of legal experience to the representation of injured workers and maritime professionals. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, Mr. Easley served five years on active duty as a Naval officer—three as a deck officer aboard a fast frigate and two as a patrol boat skipper. He also served in the Naval Reserve aboard a tank landing ship. While attending law school, Mr. Easley worked as a longshoreman and marine machinist at Todd Shipyards, gaining firsthand experience of the hazards...

Attorney David Schlesinger, partner at Jacobs & Schlesinger, focuses his practice on all phases of appellate proceedings in immigration, criminal, and civil cases before the federal court of appeals, California courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and USCIS’s Administrative Appeals Office. He began his legal career practicing commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defense, and business litigation before honing in on appellate litigation and joining Jacobs & Schlesinger in 2005. Attorney Schlesinger is a member of the California and New York state bars and is admitted to practice before several federal courts.

Since its foundation in 2004, Jacobs & Schlesinger has remained a...

Robert C. Martinez is an experienced trial attorney with almost 20 years in the profession and a diverse trial practice. Robert has represented private clients and government entities in state and federal court. Robert has tried both jury and bench trials throughout Southern California and he has also handled numerous arbitrations and mediations.

Kelly Shaffer received her undergraduate degree from Arizona State University where she studied psychology and received a full tuition scholarship. She continued her education by earning her Juris Doctor at the University of Arizona, also with a scholarship. During her time in Arizona, Shaffer volunteered for the Domestic Violence Program and Southern Arizona Legal Aid. While in law school, Ms. Shaffer was selected as a judicial law clerk which allowed her to develop a love for family law and gain valuable experience from the judicial perspective. Kelly Shaffer has devoted her practice to family law and the issues surrounding...

I founded The Burchett Law Firm in 2013 to meet the needs of people suffering serious injuries due to negligence and medical malpractice. I have over 35 years of trial experience in all types of personal injury litigation, including product liability, medical malpractice, class action and mass tort. I also have substantial trial experience in complex business and employment litigation with particular expertise in business torts, technology and consumer matters. For several years in the middle of my career, I worked for insurance companies. I learned why they pay some claims, why they won’t pay others, and...

Attorney Douglas F. Walters provides experienced representation in Employment Law, Insurance Law and Personal Injury Law.

I am currently Litigation Director for Denning Moores APC and litigating cases in the areas of Civil Appeals and Writs, Medical Malpractice, Elder Abuse, Wrongful Death, Premises Liability, Real Estate and Land Use, Commercial Contracts, Construction Defect and Complex Business Litigation. Most of my background is in civil appeals and writs, which has given me a unique perspective on trial practice in vast areas of the law.

Business Law Attorney Gretchen Cowen has 20 years experience including Mergers & Acquisitions, Securities & Corporate Finance and Venture Capital