Occidental Lawyers

Doug is the founder of Bend Law Group, PC, a boutique law firm focused on advising small businesses and startups. Prior to opening Bend Law Group, PC, Doug was a corporate attorney for a law firm in New York City. He also served as a Judicial Clerk for the Nebraska Supreme Court and the Superior Court of the U.S. Virgin Islands. Before law school, Doug was a Legislative Assistant for U.S. Representative David Price, where he managed a portfolio of issues including tax and small business. Raised in Omaha, Doug is a graduate of Drake University where he graduated summa cum laude...

Elias Mendoza, Esq., is a dedicated immigration lawyer serving Sacramento, CA, and Mesa, AZ, with over a decade of experience in Immigration Law., leads the legal team at Mendoza Immigration (www.mendozaimmigration.com). Licensed to practice Federal Law, Elias holds bar licenses in Washington (WSBA 43857) and Arizona (AZ 036789). As the Chief Legal Officer and President of Mendoza Immigration, our office leverages extensive knowledge to benefit a diverse clientele. Beyond our legal practice, Elias co-founded Harmony Legal Inc., a pioneering law practice management software company. This innovative platform has garnered recognition for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of legal practice management....

Reno Fernandez represents businesses and individuals in complex bankruptcy law appeals. He is certified as a specialist in bankruptcy law by the California Board of Legal Specialization, and protects the interests of creditors, debtors, trustees, and other parties in bankruptcy-related appellate matters. Reno has appeared in the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, the Bankruptcy Appellate Panel for the Ninth Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, and other courts sitting in an appellate capacity under the Bankruptcy Code. He also consults on general bankruptcy litigation in the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts. He...

Attorney James L. Arrasmith takes great pride in addressing the diverse legal needs of the California community, regardless of each case’s complexity. Practicing in every county across the state, his unwavering commitment to excellence defines his professional ethos. He handles every case with meticulous care and precision, ensuring timely and professional service. For those seeking a reputable attorney in California, Mr. Arrasmith’s law firm stands out as the best choice. Known for his deep personal and professional commitment to clients, he has earned a prominent standing in the legal community. His extensive authorship of legal articles further reinforces his esteemed reputation. Diligence,...

Adam Garcia is a partner at Sacramento Law Group LLP where he practices consumer bankruptcy law. Adam has developed a streamlined and efficient method for processing chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. When contacting Sacramento Law Group LLP you will deal directly with an attorney and not a bankruptcy paralegal. From the first phone consultation to the final petition signing you will deal 1 on 1 with an attorney. Your case will not be handed off to a non-attorney at any point throughout your case. Adam's philosophy is to deliver a personal approach to...

Experienced Patent Attorney Specializing in IP Strategy and Valuation With three decades of expertise, I am a seasoned patent attorney dedicated to helping businesses protect their Go-To-Market plans and increase company valuation through IP-based transformation. My focus is on converting innovative ideas into valuable IP assets. Areas of Expertise *Intellectual property strategy development and execution *Patent portfolio management and monetization *IP initiatives for enterprises of all sizes Notable Experience Medical Device Industry *Guided companies from startup to IPO *Handled procurement, prosecution, due diligence, opinions, and litigation *Worked with technologies including dental materials, 3D printing, software systems, and HIPAA compliance Semiconductor and Technology Sectors *Represented a fabless 3D semiconductor company (FinFET and monolithic...

Originally from Brooklyn, New York, I came to Sacramento after 4 years in the U.S. Air Force, including combat service in Southeast Asia. My time in the military and especially my youth in the streets of New York has taught me much about dealing with difficult situations. I am grateful for that education and I employ it to help my clients. I wasn't born with a silver spoon and relate well to others who worked their way up. My practice is devoted solely to Personal Injury and Wrongful Death cases on behalf of injured persons. I have never nor will I ever...

As a San Francisco criminal defense lawyer, Haitham (Sam) Amin is a passionate and aggressive advocate for the criminally accused. He has represented clients facing both felony and misdemeanor level offenses. Mr. Amin started his legal career early on in the Office of the Public Defenders in Solano County. He continued on to become a Deputy Public Defender in Marin County, tackling DUI and domestic violence cases for clients. This experience helped him gain crucial courtroom skill and insight. Now handling Criminal & DUI cases for his own clients in the Bay Area, Mr. Amin crafts strong and strategic cases....

Nafiz M. Ahmed is an award-winning criminal defense attorney. He is an owner and managing partner at Ahmed & Sukaram, Criminal Defense Attorneys, a leading criminal law firm with offices in Redwood City and San Jose, CA. Nafiz attended college at UC Davis, where he served as a justice on the UC Davis Supreme Court. He wrote the court’s majority opinions for two years and knew he wanted to practice law. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in three years, graduating early to attend law school. Nafiz enrolled at Santa Clara University School of Law. He participated in Honors Moot Court competitions...

Glenn Katon is an experienced litigator who has handled numerous trials and appeals. His practice has focused on plaintiffs’ civil rights for the last ten years, preceded by over ten years of commercial litigation. He has litigated racial profiling, immigrants’ rights, police misconduct free speech, and religious freedom cases, and been quoted on civil rights law in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and Newsweek.

San Francisco DUI attorney Nors Davidson has successfully handled over 2000 Bay Area DUI and DMV related matters over his 22 years of practicing law in California and is an experienced DUI defense lawyer you can trust to get the best possible result. Nors Davidson personally handles all aspects of his clients DUI cases and believes that the RESULTS MATTER. It's for this reason that he is the top-rated DUI defense attorney in all of Northern California with over 200 positive DUI client reviews on Avvo and Yelp. Moreover, DUI attorney Davidson maintains the largest index of actual...

Since 2009, Mr. Cionca is a registered patent attorney and founder of CIONCA IP Law P.C. ("CIONCA IP"), an intellectual property law practice based in Irvine, Orange County, California. He has an extensive technical background having graduated from a five-year European engineering program, having practical engineering experience and having taught College Physics. He helps clients with patent application and prosecution matters in various technologies including, engineering, computer, software, mechanical, physics-related and medical device technologies. He also helps startups and businesses acquire and enforce their intellectual property rights in patents, trademarks, trade secrets and other IP, such as by sending cease...

John Rajaee brings a unique perspective to his role as a personal injury lawyer with offices in Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Sacramento, Long Beach, and San Francisco. Beginning his career as a defense attorney for large corporations, John acquired deep insights that now fuel his dedication to representing plaintiffs. He understands the tactics employed by big insurers and leverages this expertise to advocate for individuals seriously injured in car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, as well as victims of dog bites and premises liability incidents. At RMD Law - Personal Injury Lawyers, John is committed to challenging powerful insurance...

Otis greatly enjoys learning languages. He speaks both Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. He believes that with increasing globalization, people need to get to know one another; a good way to start is to learn each other's language. Before practicing law, Otis lived in countries as diverse as Spain, Argentina, Japan, China and Ecuador. He received two bachelor's degrees (in Philosophy and Linguistics) from Washington State University, and he later received his law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law in San Francisco. While at Golden Gate, Otis received various honors and awards and placed among the top of...

I had a DUI myself in Sacramento in 1986. I've been an attorney, located in the same building across the street from the Sacramento Courthouse, for more than 20 years. My practice is made up of nearly 100% DUI defense. I'm living proof that a DUI doesn't have to ruin your life. My passion is helping people that have simply made an error in judgment in getting behind the wheel at the wrong time.

Attorney Thomas Fleming graduated from Yale Law School and UC Berkeley; taught as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Law School; taught criminal trial skills, in DUI and criminal cases, to future prosecutors and defense attorneys; and taught UC Berkeley undergraduate law classes about the U.S. Constitution, the courts and politics for over 20 years.

Thomas also served the community, in DUI and criminal cases, for over two decades as a Trial Attorney with the Public Defender. He successfully took many, many cases to jury trials, and developed a very special expertise in defending against DUI and criminal...

Matthew focuses on elder law, estate planning, and related practice areas. He began his career in the field of trusts and estates, and expanded into elder and probate law. He quickly realized that he enjoyed the personal nature of working in estate and elder law, and chose to continue by opening his own firm. He is passionate about taking care of his clients, and treats each of them as if they were family. Matthew was admitted to the California bar in 2006 and has practiced law in Contra Costa Country since 2006. He earned his J.D. at...

Leaders In Personal Injury Litigation In the aftermath of a life-altering injury caused by someone else’s negligent or reckless actions, you and the people you love face many challenges. You will face a grueling recovery process with no guarantee of living the life you once lived. In addition, you will need significant financial resources to compensate you for your medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and other damages. It is important to understand that the lawyer you select in your personal injury claim matters a great deal. For many decades, individuals and families across Oakland, the Bay Area, Central Valley and...

Because divorce is a problem to be solved, not a battle to be won, I focus on alternatives to the court system, through Collaborative Law and Mediation. I believe that most families and children are best served by being supported to work together in resolving their family matters. The fundamental goal in both Collaborative Divorce and Mediation is client empowerment.

With either mediation or the Collaborative process you will have control of the decisions that are made and will be firmly supported, legally and emotionally, in achieving a successful dissolution of your relationship. This not only allows but also encourages you...

I am Ghazal Sharif, a DUI attorney and the founder of The G Law Firm. My practice is dedicated to defending individuals across the Bay Area, including San Jose and Pleasanton, who have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). I strive to help my clients retain their driver's licenses and work diligently to have their DUI charges dismissed or reduced. Recent Awards: • Expertise – Best DUI Attorney in Alameda • Expertise – Best DUI Attorney in Fremont • Thumbtack – Top Pro • Avvo – Clients’ Choice Award • Avvo – 10.0 Top Attorney Rating • Justia – 10.0 Lawyer Rating

As a Certified Family Law Specialist, Jim Hoover represents clients in all aspects of family law litigation, including but not limited to, domestic violence, child custody and visitation, property identification, characterization, valuation and division, spousal support, child support, breaches of fiduciary duties, reimbursement claims, dates of separation, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and related matters. After many years of experience, Mr. Hoover skillfully settles and if necessary, litigates all of these issues. Mr. Hoover educates, advocates and acts in our clients' best interests on these issues. He pays particular attention to our clients' emotional and financial difficulties. Mr. Hoover attended Santa Clara University,...

Experienced Principal with a demonstrated history of working in the law practice industry. Skilled in trial advocacy, representing clients with business disputes, labor and employment law and family Law. Samira received her undergraduate degree with honors from University of California at Berkeley and obtained a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Santa Clara University School of Law, with a specialization in intellectual property. Samira practices in Federal Court, State Court and the Appellate Court.

Mr. Krepelka specializes in all aspects of family law matters, such as property division, characterization, allocation, and valuation; reimbursement claims; spousal support; child support; breaches of fiduciary duty; business valuations; real property valuations and claims; post-judgment matters; enforcement of California orders, out-of-state orders, and international orders; contempt actions; all aspects of child custody and visitation; domestic violence issues; and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements. He is seasoned in working closely with experts such as forensic CPAs, real estate appraisers, and child custody evaluators. He is a skilled litigator, handling numerous contested Family Law Trials of varying lengths. Travis Isaiah Krepelka obtained a...

Dustin MacFarlane is an estate planning and elder law attorney with a unique background which makes him uniquely qualified to serve his clients. Prior to entering practice as an attorney in Sacramento, Dustin began his career in the long-term care industry, working with skilled nursing and assisted living facilities throughout the Central Valley and Northern California. He takes pride in the work he does in helping families provide for and protect their loved ones. Outside of his work at the firm, Dustin also hosts a weekly show on Talk 650 KSTE and is actively involved with several community organizations.

I was born and raised in Northern California and earned my Bachelor’s degree with Honors from the University of California, Berkeley. My journey into law began after an internship at a personal injury law firm, which inspired me to pursue a legal career. I attended the University of San Francisco School of Law, where I contributed to the Maritime Law Journal, and received my Juris Doctorate degree in 2003. My practice is devoted to representing injured plaintiffs in a wide array of catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases. I am passionate about assisting individuals who might not have the resources...

Jackie Marie Howard, Attorney At Law, devotes her practice to trusts, wills, powers of attorney, probate and trust administration. Jackie has over 27 years of experience in estate planning, trusts and probates. Jackie provides compassionate representation for her clients. Jackie Marie Howard, Attorney At Law, is located in Placer County, which is where Jackie grew up. Jackie started her estate law practice in 1999 in Roseville, California. Contact Jackie for your private, complimentary consultation today!

Jason Horst is the Managing Partner of Horst Legal Counsel. Jason served for more than a decade as an attorney in large regional and international law firms before founding Horst Legal Counsel, serving the legal needs of businesses and individuals in California. Jason is an accomplished litigator, having successfully resolved countless disputes for his clients in a wide range of complex litigation matters, including those involving commercial contracts, partnership disputes, trademark infringement, real estate, antitrust, and more. Jason prides himself on the ability to develop and execute creative strategies to efficiently accomplish his clients’ goals. Jason is also among the...

Mr. Lederman is a Certified Specialist in Family Law by the State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Bar Association's Family Law Section and served as Section President in 2008. He is also a past State Bar Family Law Section Legislation Chair and is the 2017 Family Law Section Chair. He frequently speaks and writes on family law issues.