“I rely upon a strategic framework to inspire fresh perspectives and solutions for the new challenges my clients encounter.”

Rand Chritton
Partner

“Each client is unique. I bring my problem solving skills and understanding of legal nuances to bear in a way that is most beneficial to my clients.”

Teresa Li
Associate

“I have seen the power and influence of law my entire life; this provides a constant source of inspiration for me as I strive to meet the goals of my client."

David M. Marchiano
Associate

"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

“It’s satisfying to help clients resolve obstacles and business threats and ultimately allow them to return to what they enjoy most, operating their businesses smoothly and profitably.”

Namvar A. Mokri
Partner

“Focused on interpreting and litigating insurance coverage issues, I strive to mitigate, if not avoid, the risks inherent in coverage disputes.”

Andrew J. King
Associate

“When defending a case, I concentrate on protecting my clients' interests, which means setting and exceeding their expectations.”

Grace S. Kim
Associate

“Helping my client attain his or her needs and goals is the number one priority in every case I am involved in.”

Ioana R. Mondescu
Special Counsel

“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

“Clients rely on me to protect their interests and assess whether a case can be settled or should go to trial – and if trial is the most reasonable way to resolve a case, then I am prepared to go the distance.”

Thomas D. Nielsen
Special Counsel

“Understanding the causes of a dispute and the market influences surrounding my client’s business is how I manage the uncertainties that concern business owners and entrepreneurs.”

Craig S. Jones
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

“I put into action a disciplined and cost-effective approach when managing my clients’ cases.”

Carlos R. Jimenez
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

"I adopt an aggressive approach when defending my clients and believe in exploring all reasonable options to achieve favorable resolution of my clients' cases."

Lynette P. Hoang
Associate

“Paying close attention to detail while remaining focused on the big picture, I provide my clients with effective litigation strategies that evolve and adapt with the ever changing litigation landscape.”

Kelly A. Seelig
Associate

“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

“During delicate business negotiations or controversial project approvals, I strive for a workable balance where all parties emerge feeling satisfied with the final result.”

Edward L. Shaffer
Partner

“Advances in digital resources open a world of possibilities and new ways we can help our clients achieve their goals.”

Chad D. Greeson
Associate

“As an advocate for our clients, it is my job to thoroughly understand their concerns and identify the most effective strategies to solve their problems.”

Christopher K. Trembley
Associate

“Growth in any business brings increased vulnerability to legal claims. I use my litigation and advisory experience to defend my clients and protect their bottom line.”

Mark J. Furuya
Associate

“Providing quality legal services is my top priority. I strive to find the most effective means to attain my clients’ goals.”

Richard W. Vanis, Jr.
Partner

“The more complex and intricate a dispute is, the more clearly the most effective solution appears to me – it’s my version of seeing the forest from the trees.”

Donald B. Fornasier
Partner

“I can learn a client’s business for the purpose of a trial - it’s tougher for a business attorney to learn the art of conducting a winning trial.”

Kenneth C. Ward
Partner

“The goals of my clients are important to me and I work to identify those goals for use as a starting point to build common ground with the opposition in order to bring a tough dispute to a successful conclusion.”

Gino Cano
Special Counsel

“As an appellate lawyer, my practice focuses on the very fabric of the law, determining how to successfully apply the finest legal nuances to protect our clients’ interests.”

Gary A. Watt
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

“When solving disputes, I pursue all means possible to reach a favorable outcome because the means and the results are so often interdependent.”

Probal G. Young
Special Counsel

“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

“My clients know that I am with them every step of the way and will protect their interests until we reach a favorable outcome.”

Jiyon C. Yun
Partner

“Striking the balance between risk and practical workable outcomes is how I best serve my clients in a constantly changing business climate.”

Danielle A. Arteaga
Special Counsel