“I apply my practical experience in patient care and medicine to strengthen and innovate management of my clients’ challenges.”

Judith B. Anderson
Of Counsel

“Viewing challenges as opportunities to strengthen our clients’ position is an important part of my approach to case management.”

Matthew D. Barnette
Associate

“I use novel, and when necessary, aggressive approaches that effectively deliver results that clients seek - a pre-trial, early case dismissal or favorable settlement, or when appropriate, preparing the case for trial.”

Eugene C. Blackard, Jr.
Managing Partner

“By cutting straight to the heart of each matter strategically, efficiently and economically I add value to clients’ most challenging cases.”

W. Eric Blumhardt
Partner

“In construction projects, the paperwork often follows the actual work. Understanding this time lapse and taking advantage of its implications often allows us to limit our client’s liability.”

Louis R. Chao
Special Counsel

“By understanding the pressures of the healthcare and government environments, I try to minimize the risks my clients face and enhance their business opportunities.”

Colin Coffey
Partner

“Litigation requires successful team strategies combined with playing to individual strengths – aggregating these qualities forms the art of dispute resolution.”

Gregory K. Federico
Associate

“I enjoy helping craft effective and workable frameworks to address clients’ challenges.”

Erin M. Gallagher
Associate

“The creativity and dedication of my clients inspires me and I work to help them uphold their reputation and professional integrity.”

Michael B. Gray
Special Counsel

“Each client has a unique goal, definition of excellence and risk tolerance - I adapt my skills and approach to realize my client’s individual view of success.”

Christopher M. Harnett
Partner

“Litigation is a collaboration of client and attorney, each working with an appreciation and understanding of the other’s role. Together, we minimize risk, pursue the most effective solution and, hopefully, achieve or exceed the client’s goals”

Robert F. Hinton
Partner

“In multiparty and contentious commercial lawsuits, I am relentless in my discovery development and evidentiary techniques– it’s central to the commitment I have to clients.”

James J. Jirn
Associate

“My clients have businesses to run and litigation is typically a last resort for them. My job is to minimize the disruptions created by litigation and help them get on with running their business.”

Todd A. Jones
Partner

“I’ve practiced my entire career in California’s unique regulatory and environmental law atmosphere and am proud to have litigated cutting edge issues in complex regulatory matters.”

John L. Kortum
Special Counsel

"The key to successful representation is to listen carefully to the client's needs and desires, and to draw on my experience as a litigator and trial attorney to help clients meet their specific goals."

Nandor B. Krause
Partner

“When doing defense work, it’s always important to put client needs first. As a litigator, I am always on the look-out for ways to extract my client from costly trials when possible.”

Jean Lantz
Associate

“Understanding my clients, their pressures, and the business market helps me partner with them to meet their daily and not so ordinary challenges."

Robert A. Latham III
Partner

“My client-focused approach to lawyering allows me to build relationships and obtain the best resolution possible for all of my clients.”

Grace Lee
Associate

“By anticipating and addressing problems before they arise, I can save my clients both time and money."

Mike McGuire
Partner

“I treat all of my clients like family. I strive to obtain favorable results and to always provide them with a positive experience in even the most difficult of cases.”

Jasun Molinelli
Special Counsel

“Some lawyers concentrate on discouraging their clients from doing anything that involves risk. My approach is to solve problems. My clients are smart business leaders who know where they want to go – my job is to get them there.”

Richard E. Norris
Partner

“While litigation is often seen as a crisis, my strategic approach can create unexpected opportunities for my clients.”

Mark A. Olson
Special Counsel

“A focus on my clients’ feedback and strong attention to detail allow me to deliver outstanding results.”

Kacie Owen
Associate

“Keeping the deal on track also means considering all the angles to ensure my client’s short and long-term interests are fully protected and the terms make smart business sense.”

Michael B. Peterson
Partner

“I try to view a case through multiple perspectives – the legal, practical and client’s views – to best devise strategies that will resolve a matter.”

James A. Porter, IV
Associate

“My business and construction background helps me understand my client’s needs. I always keep my client’s perspective in mind when devising solutions to their legal problems.”

Jason A. Rose
Associate

“My business background informs my passion for pursing creative possibilities rather than focusing on problems. Helping my clients achieve their goals—not limiting them—is how I define excellence in business law.”

Kimberly W. Scala
Partner