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Andrea Mah
San Jose, CA Attorney with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
University of San Francisco School of Law
Andrea represents clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, legal separation, annulment, custody and visitation, support, and complex property division.
Andrea understands the impact a divorce and other family law issues can have on people’s lives and is committed to provide support to litigants with family law issues, while explaining the law to them and advocating for the best results possible.
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Lydia Hsu
San Jose, CA Lawyer
Divorce and Family
University of San Francisco School of Law
Lydia is a Certified Family Law Specialist as certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and has experience in all aspects of family law matters, including child custody and visitation; child and spousal support; property identification, characterization, valuation and division; reimbursement claims; pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements; and domestic violence issues. Lydia also provides representation in guardianships and step-parent adoptions.
Lydia serves a broad range of clients including attorneys, doctors, business owners. parents and grandparents. She is passionate about providing counsel that is empathetic and pragmatic and ensuring that her clients are aware of their options. Lydia works...
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Douglas Alan Goss
Stockton, CA Lawyer with 35 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Humphrey's Coll School of Law
I have been practicing law in San Joaquin county for over 28 years. Before becoming an attorney, I worked in San Joaquin County law enforcement for over 15 years. I have successfully resolved thousands of cases here. I know the area, and am familiar with the legal community. I provide legal representation and services ranging from major felony criminal defense, DUI defense, misdemeanor defense, personal injury, traffic tickets, expungements, and other forms of clearing your criminal record. If I don't practice in the area of law you need, I will make sure to find a high quality attorney who can...
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Patrick Curry
Stockton, CA Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Divorce, Elder, Estate Planning and Family
Humphreys College of Law
Member of California and Federal Bar. Managing partner, current practice involves civil litigation, personal injury litigation for plaintiffs, defense, Probate, Consumer law, Family Law. As an Attorney, I am quite proficient in pleading and practice procedure, legal research in the library, web and computer, judicial procedure and rules of evidence. I have tried over a 200 court and jury trials. I have arbitrated and mediated over 500 cases. I have had experience with Superior, Appeals and Federal courts. I am a hearing officer for the City of Stockton and County of San Joaquin and a Pro...
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Ross W Pytlik
San Jose, CA Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile and White Collar Crime
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
Mr. Pytlik is a seasoned Criminal Defense attorney and former prosecutor with years of experience conducting trials and testimonial hearings. He was selected four times as a Northern California “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, a designation awarded to no more than 2.5% of attorneys in the state.
Mr. Pytlik understands that court proceedings can be confusing and intimidating to those who are accused of criminal conduct. He treats clients with respect and compassion, while vigorously fighting for their rights. Clients often comment that they appreciate his personal concern and friendly demeanor, as well as his poise...
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John David Teter
San Jose, CA Lawyer with 43 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Real Estate and Tax
Golden Gate University School of Law and Santa Clara University School of Law
As a lawyer for over 30 years, on a daily basis, John Teter has assisted thousands of clients in achieving their business and personal goals. He draws on this wealth of real-world experience, coupled with interaction with colleagues and a lifetime commitment to continuing education, to provide his clients the best legal representation possible. It is a great source of personal pleasure to apply these tools to assist others. Mr. Teter considers each case to be a personal challenge to achieve what is best for each of his clients.
As an experienced taxation law attorney, he has the knowledge and resources...
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David Harvey
San Jose, CA Attorney with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness and Real Estate
American University Washington College of Law
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DruAnne Keegan
San Jose, CA Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness and Employment
Santa Clara University School of Law
I bring nearly 35 years of legal experience to the firm, having started my career after graduating from Santa Clara University School of Law. My initial role was as a Research Attorney with the Santa Clara County Superior Court. In this position, I provided comprehensive legal analysis to Law and Motion Judges and the Appellate Department, offering me a unique insight into the judicial decision-making process. I was also specially appointed by the Court to assist with coordinated cases and complex litigation.
Throughout my career, I have represented clients in all facets of civil litigation, with a particular focus on employment...
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Mark Manalo
San Jose, CA Attorney
Business, Employment and Real Estate
Santa Clara University School of Law
I am an attorney at Structure Law Group, LLP, where my primary focus is on business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, entity formation, commercial contracts, and corporate governance. I also assist colleagues across the firm in various areas such as litigation, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. I approach legal matters with flexibility, creativity, and a dedication to delivering practical, client-centered solutions. As a proactive risk mitigator, I anticipate challenges early and communicate effectively to align teams and clients. Known for my collaborative mindset, I balance individual accountability with a strong commitment to teamwork.
I earned my J.D./M.B.A. from Santa Clara University....
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Camelia Mahmoudi
San Jose, CA Lawyer
Elder, Estate Planning, Family and Tax
Santa Clara University School of Law and Golden Gate University School of Law
Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law from the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. Legal services in the areas of (1) Trust & Estate, including Wills, Living Trusts, Probate, Trust Administration, and Conservatorships. (2) Taxation, including Compromise of Tax Liabilities, Tax Payment Agreements and Workouts, Defense Against IRS Collection, Audit and Appeals, and Abatement of Tax Penalties (3) Family Law, including Prenuptial Agreements, Divorce, Custody, Division of Assets, and Guardianships.
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Justin M. Kennedy
Campbell, CA Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(408) 356-9200
3425 S. Bascom Avenue, Suite 240
Suite 240
Campbell, CA 95008
Estate Planning and Probate
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
I assist our clients with all aspects of the estate planning process, including: the creation and/or modification of an estate plan, providing guidance upon the incapacity of a client, engaging in Medi-Cal planning, and helping the client’s trusted loved ones through the process of administrating the estate plan upon the client’s passing. When I meet with clients, I make an effort to provide an open and friendly space where the clients may ask their questions and feel that their concerns are being heard. I am proud to be the owner of a law office that values our clients’ peace of...
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Arlette Argyris
San Jose, CA Attorney with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Divorce and Family
University of Oklahoma College of Law
Arlette completed her law degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2010. Prior to earning her J.D., she received a B.A. in History and a B.A. in International and Area Studies at the University of Oklahoma. She is admitted to practice law in the State of California and the State of Oklahoma.
Arlette has solely practiced family law since 2010. Her family law experience began prior to graduating from law school when she worked as a law clerk at the family law firm of Cindy Allen and Associates, PLLC. After graduating from law school, Arlette worked as an...
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Kenneth Howard Krebs
Livermore, CA Lawyer with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
University of San Francisco School of Law
As the founding partner of Karlstrom & Krebs, Alameda County lawyer Kenneth H. Krebs offers legal counsel to people accused of crimes, as well as a variety of civil legal matters. For over 31 years, Attorney Krebs has been practicing law in the state of California. His legal diligence over the years has earned him Martindale-Hubbell® BV Distinguished® recognition. He is a graduate of California State University Hayward and the University of San Francisco School of Law. Learn more by contacting his firm today.
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Shari Sukaram
San Jose, CA Attorney with 17 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco
Attorney Shari Sukaram is one of the founding lawyers with Ahmed & Sukaram, Criminal Defense Attorneys, a criminal defense law firm representing clients throughout Northern California. Ms. Sukaram realized that she wanted to be a litigation attorney at a young age; she’s since achieved that goal and dedicates her legal career to standing up for the rights of others.
Ms. Sukaram went to the University of California, San Diego, for her undergraduate studies. She then went on to earn her J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, in 2007.
During law school, Attorney Sukaram interned for the...
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Wesley J. Schroeder
San Jose, CA Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Juvenile
University of California - Davis
While I was always interested in a legal career as I grew up and went through my years of education, it was not until I became quite involved in the civil rights movement during the 1960’s that I really began to understand how absolutely vital it was to protect the individual rights of citizens. This is especially true for persons charged with a criminal offense. People ask how I can represent “guilty” people, or those persons accused of serious crimes. The fact is I am proud and honored to do so because I deeply believe in the principles of...
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Gabriel D. Jack
San Jose, CA Attorney with 24 years of experience
Immigration
McGeorge School of Law Univ of the Pacific
I have been practicing immigration law since 2001. I represent a great number of clients in family-based immigration, the majority of whom have recently married a US citizen, as well as employment based immigration. I prepare the petition and file it, obtain work permits, prepare my clients for the USCIS (formerly INS) interview, appear with them at the interview, and follow up with USCIS to issue the decision to grant Permanent Residence (Green Card). We prepare petitions for foreign investors and key employees with E2 Visas, L1A and L1B Visas, as well as H-1B Visas.
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Michael Murt Shea Jr
San Jose, CA Lawyer with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Santa Clara University School of Law
I am Michael Shea Jr. from Shea & Shea, and I am a San Jose personal injury attorney. If you have been injured in an accident due to the negligent actions of another, then you may be entitled to file a lawsuit to collect compensatory damages. I have years of experience in fighting for the rights of the wrongfully injured, and you can look to me for the assistance that you need. Contact my firm today for the representation that you need in your case.
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Robert Paul Bergman
San Jose, CA Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Free ConsultationEstate Planning
Santa Clara University School of Law
Board Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate law, focusing on estate planning for families with children.
Besides doing estate planning, I regularly file petitions in the Courts to gather loose assets into a trust after someone has died (i.e., a "Heggstad" petition) or to modify an irrevocable trust in order to correct errors or deficiencies, or add in provisions that can be beneficial to a family.
Additionally, I assist with probate and trust administration of a decedent's estate or trust after they have died.
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Adam Allen Arant
San Jose, CA Attorney with 18 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
U.C. Davis School of Law
Adam Allen Arant is a dedicated criminal defense attorney in Fremont and the founder of The Law Offices of Adam Allen Arant. He has committed his career to helping individuals protect their rights. Attorney Arant started his legal journey at the University of California, Davis where he received both his bachelor's and juris doctorate degrees. After graduating law school, he worked with the Sacramento law firm of Diepenbrock Harrison. Wanting to defend the rights of those charged with crimes, he started his own firm. Attorney Arant takes the time to understand each case he takes on, giving the client his...
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Rena Marie Harrison
Fresno, CA Attorney with 5 years of experience
Free ConsultationAdministrative, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Domestic Violence
San Joaquin College of Law
Rena M. Harrison is a Fresno, California based criminal defense and government investigations attorney. Rena represents clients in Fresno, Madera, Tulare, Kings, Merced, and Mariposa Counties as well as in Federal court. Ms. Harrison graduated from San Joaquin College of Law in the Top 10 of her class. Rena has been with Hammerschmidt Law Corporation since March of 2018 and has worked closely with both Mr. Hammerschmidt and Mr. Rooney on federal and state white collar criminal cases, federal and state drug and firearm offenses, felony and misdemeanor DUI offenses, murder and manslaughter cases, and others.
Prior to becoming an...
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Brian Davalos
Stockton, CA Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law
The Davalos Law Firm is committed to providing the legal help you need by first examining and reviewing the case, understanding your needs and wishes surrounding the outcome and with honesty and integrity delivering the best possible results for you. We specialize in the following law areas Family, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defense, Landlord Tenant, Real Estate and Foreclosure Defense.
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Ahmad Abu Askar
San Jose, CA Lawyer
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Purdue University - Purdue University
Ahmad Askar is a dedicated criminal defense attorney serving clients in Santa Clara County, the greater Bay Area, and throughout the state of California. He is committed to protecting the rights of the accused and providing clear, effective counsel at every stage of the legal process.
Mr. Askar earned his Bachelor’s degree from San José State University and his law degree from Purdue Global Law School. During law school, he was nominated and selected to compete in the National Moot Court Competition, where he focused on complex issues of criminal procedure; a testament to his skill in legal research, persuasive advocacy,...
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Alison Yew
San Jose, CA Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Immigration
University of San Francisco School of Law
Alison Yew is a highly experienced immigration attorney in San Jose, CA with over two decades of experience. She specializes in many aspects of U.S. immigration, including employment immigration, family immigration, and citizenship through naturalization. Alison first practiced as a civil litigator, which gave her extensive trial experience. She later on became a partner for a national civil litigation firm and developed the firm's immigration law practice. In 2013, she established the Law Office of Alison Yew, where she was able to do the thing she was truly passionate about: Helping people. Since founding her own...
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Megan Gooing
Campbell, CA Lawyer
Free ConsultationElder, Estate Planning and Probate
Chapman University Fowler School of Law
Hi, I am Megan Gooing, Attorney and Counselor at Law, and my practice is primarily focused on estate planning, probate, and trust administration. I work for a boutique law firm that caters to each individual client's specific needs, rather than providing a one size fits all solution to issues.
I look forward to learning how I can serve you and your family.
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Christine Ann Pham
San Jose, CA Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Southwestern University School of Law
Christine Pham is a San Francisco native with over 10 years of litigation experience. Her background in litigation, bankruptcy, and knowledge of California family law, combined with her creative legal strategies and sincere compassion for her clients, has made her a recognized and trusted name in and around the Bay Area.
Christine focuses her practice on helping families and couples in a range of family law and family formation matters, including child custody and support, spousal support (alimony), dissolution of marriage (divorce), legal separation, division of property, and assisted reproduction.
Christine’s dedication to her clients is reflected in the testimonials they give...
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Frederick William Schwinn
San Jose, CA Lawyer with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Business and Consumer
Washburn University School of Law
Fred W. Schwinn is a licensed attorney admitted to practice in the States of California and Kansas. Fred is the shareholder and owner of the Consumer Law Center, Inc. His practice is dedicated exclusively to representing consumer debtors in bankruptcy, stopping predatory and abusive consumer lending practices, and protecting consumers from illegal debt collection activity.
In 1997, Fred graduated from Washburn University School of Law in Topeka, Kansas where he organized and volunteered at the law school's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance site. While other law students were training in the law school's legal clinic, Fred began his legal career in...
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Jing Peng
Menlo Park, CA Attorney with 10 years of experience
#1224 700 El Camino Real
Suite 120
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Immigration
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
As an immigrant herself, Jing’s personal journey inspired her career in U.S. immigration law. She has walked the same path, felt the same stress, and understands the complexities of the U.S. immigration system intimately. Her approach is marked by her meticulous attention to detail and ability to identify and tackle potential challenges, ensuring a smooth and efficient immigration process for her clients. She also prioritize leveraging technology to streamline and enhance their immigration journey. Jing’s practice encompasses both family-based and employment-based immigration law, with significant experience in assisting clients with nonimmigrant and immigrant visa petitions, permanent residence processes, and more....
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Blackie Burak
Danville, CA Attorney with 53 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
University of San Francisco School of Law, Temple University Beasley School of Law and LaSalle University
Most experienced DUI lawyer in N. California. Over 44 years in practice. Co-founder and past president of the state-wide California Association of DUI Lawyers (CDLA). Received State Bar Certified Specialist in Criminal Law designation in 1985. Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award from CDLA in 2015.
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Michael D. Larsen
Palo Alto, CA Lawyer with 39 years of experience
2nd Floor
530 Lytton Avenue
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and International
University of Chicago
I have always been interested in European history and languages. I lived in France for four years before returning to the Bay Area to set up my law practice. I often work with people in the Bay Area who have family or assets in France.
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Mary Whipple
San Ramon, CA Attorney with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationFamily
Loyola Univ School of Law
Before merging her law office with Tammy J. Mercado’s, Mary Whipple opened her own law practice in the summer of 2008. Prior to that Mary was an associate attorney at the Law Office of Cummins & Holmes, a full-service civil litigation law firm in San Ramon. The majority of her experience is in family law, which includes divorce, custody, support, prenuptial agreements, and domestic-violence restraining orders. Mary has also represented clients in a variety of non-family-law cases, including juvenile dependency, probate, breach of contract, and employment disputes, to name a few. Previously, Mary worked as a contract attorney for O’Melveny...
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James Brian Preston
Visalia, CA Lawyer with 52 years of experience
Divorce and Family
UC Hastings COL
James B. Preston has been in practice since January 1973, after graduating from the University of California, San Francisco, in 1972, earning the designation of Order of the Coif honor society. Initially practicing in the field of criminal law as the chief felony trial attorney in the Public Defender’s Office. In 1977 he opened his private practice, ultimately specializing in Family Law, becoming a State of California State Bar Certified Family Law Specialist in 1985. He served as the Chairman of the American Bar Association’s Family Law Section, the largest group of Family...
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David T Reagan
Dublin, CA Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Criminal Defense
Santa Clara University School of Law
The Law Office of David Reagan represents clients in Alameda County, Contra Costa County, and throughout the San Francisco Bay Area in clean criminal records. Mr. Reagan helps people obtain expungements, seal arrest records, and reduce felonies to misdemeanors. These services are provided at affordable rates with reliable communication.
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Gary Alan Patton
Santa Cruz, CA Attorney with 54 years of experience
Free ConsultationEnvironmental
Stanford Univ Law School
I was an elected official in Santa Cruz County, California for twenty years. Now, I am an environmental attorney, practicing law in Santa Cruz County. To get my perspective on politics, law, and government, read the postings I make, daily, to my blog, "We Live In A Political World." You can find my blog at www.gapatton.net.
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Shah Iqbal Nawaaz Peerally
Newark, CA Attorney with 21 years of experience
Bankruptcy and Immigration
New Coll of CA School of Law
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Kent Tierney
Pleasanton, CA Attorney with 28 years of experience
Business, Family and Real Estate
San Francisco Law Sch
Kent P. Tierney has been practicing law for over 20 years. He specializes in the areas of Family Law, Real Estate, Civil Litigation, and Business Law. Mr. Tierney formed what is now Tierney Law Group in 2012 following more than 15 years of practice with several Bay Area law firms specializing in Civil Litigation. Mr. Tierney brings his unique personal experiences to the representation of his clients and is known for his no nonsense approach to cases. Mr. Tierney’s clients often compliment him for his straightforward demeanor and candid review of cases. His strengths are his knowledge of the law,...
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Thomas Edward Sokat
Pleasanton, CA Attorney with 42 years of experience
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury and Products Liability
American U Washington COL
I serve personal injury clients throughout the entire East Bay from my offices in Danville and Pleasanton. I know how devastating an injury can be. Aside from physical pain, it can also accompany financial hardship, a complete change of lifestyle and livelihood, family duress and more. I understand the full scope of what an injury can bring and has dedicated his life to helping those who through no fault of their own suffer at the negligence of others. I am a strong advocate for your rights and has fought hard for over 20 years to make our communities a...
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Daniel Janjua
Santa Clara, CA Attorney with 13 years of experience
(408) 314-0056
4677 Old Ironsides Drive
Ste. 310
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Free ConsultationBusiness, Employment and Trademarks
Daniel Janjua is an experienced multi-lingual attorney focused on corporate law, contract negotiation, corporate policy and compliance, regulatory response and compliance and Mergers and Acquisitions. He is eager to employ cutting-edge tools and technology to reduce legal cost and compliance expenditure. He has over 12 years of dedicated focus within the high tech and bio-tech industries with excellent research, writing, communication and presentation skills.
Daniel Janjua is licensed to practice law in California.
Specialties:
1- Mergers and Acquisitions;
2. Corporate policy and compliance, including, regulatory compliance;
3- Corporate Law;
4. Agreements: IP licensing, MSAs, SOWs, PSAs, employment, NDAs, severance, employment termination, indemnity,...
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Daniela Lungu
Pleasanton, CA Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Estate Planning
Golden Gate University School of Law
Like many attorneys, before opening her own law firm, Ms. Lungu was a highly accomplished businesswoman, in various areas of management and areas of specialty. Additionally, she has a mediation and conciliation practice spanning almost two decades in California. Her unique abilities to make high level communication a safe and comfortable experience facilitated the transition to law and a career in mediation and dispute resolution. Part of her strength is in her keen awareness of the importance of each individual's particular needs and the need for individualized solutions. She provides individually tailored estate and business plans to all clients after...
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Jason T. Brown
Fremont, CA Attorney with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationEmployment, Nursing Home, Personal Injury and Products Liability
Rutgers University - Camden
We protect whistleblowers nationwide primarily using the False Claims Act, but also other whistleblower programs as well: SEC, CFTC, IRS, AML, NHTSA, CEPA to name a few.
I formerly served as an FBI Special Agent dedicated to protecting this great country. After I left the Bureau, I handle high-end, high-profile litigation and run a firm with about 20 people in it who have the passion to fight for what is right.
I have been part of several litigations that resulted in settlements and judgments in excess of $100,000,000, but past results don't guarantee future success.
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Melanie Tardell
Discovery Bay, CA Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Business, Civil Rights, Employment and Health Care
Monterey College of Law
Melanie is a distinguished advocate for those who have been wronged or exploited, earning the moniker "the people's attorney." Her unwavering dedication to justice fuels her tireless representation of individuals from all walks of life—consumers, employees, business owners, private members, and homeowners. If you have suffered harm due to the dishonest or unlawful actions of others, Melanie stands ready to champion your cause to restore what you've lost.
While on a different life and career path, fate stepped in and the legal profession found Melanie. After overcoming her own legal challenges, largely due to an attorney's advocacy, she felt called to...