Alta Lawyers

Laura Strasser has worked in the legal field for over 30 years starting her career as a paralegal, which gave her the foundation and motivation to become a well-rounded attorney. After graduating top of her class at Lincoln Law School of Sacramento, she founded a business, Legal Concepts, which provided legal research and writing on complex legal issues for many law firms practicing in the Sacramento region. She also used her skills to teach legal courses to paralegals at MTI College, including Advanced Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Personal Injury, Family Law and other general litigation matters. In...

I consider it an honor and privilege to represent clients through the estate planning process. I will listen carefully to all of your concerns and planning goals, including spiritual desires.

Experienced litigator in both Yuba and Sutter Counties practicing primarily in family and criminal courts.

Lawyers helping people injured in car accidents, motorcycle accidents and other injury accidents.

For some 20 years, clients have benefited from the knowledge and skilled representation of Robin F. Fine-Weinberger. She has had opportunities to represent people within a diverse range of practice areas that include personal injury, family law, banking and real estate. Ms. Weinberger has represented plaintiffs and defendants in both state and federal courts. She is a member of the State Bar of California and the Los Angeles County Bar Association as well as the Consumer Attorneys of California and the Citrus Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce, among other groups. With experience representing business clients and individuals alike,...

Kristy Hernandez received her B.A. in Political Science and Comparative Literature from the University of California at Davis. She received her Juris Doctorate from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law with a concentration in Advocacy. In 2004 Kristy founded the Law Office of Kristy Hernandez which now has offices in Sacramento and Fresno. Kristy has assisted hundreds of clients in debt relief cases and is a passionate advocate for consumer rights. In addition to practicing law, from 2004 to 2007 Kristy taught at legal writing and oral advocacy as an adjunct professor at McGeorge School of Law. Kristy is...

Matthew A. Friedman joined the Cohen Defense Group in February, 2018. He graduated from the University of California, Hastings College of Law and became a member of the California bar in 2017. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Friedman was a misdemeanor attorney at the Solano County Public Defender’s Office. Currently, he defends a wide variety of misdemeanor cases, such as drug possession, driving under the influence, petty theft and assault.

During law school, Mr. Friedman gained experience in the practice of criminal defense, working as a legal intern in both the Marin County and San Francisco Public...

At Rainsbury Law Group, we are committed to efficient and professional case handling. We strive to communicate regularly with our clients and to keep them informed to remove any mystery in the complex insurance litigation process. During this partnership, we will treat our clients with respect, compassion and understanding. 

Attorney Dan Rainsbury, has extensive experience in the area of personal injury where he has worked for some of Northern California’s largest personal injury plaintiff and defense firms.   

Mr. Rainsbury graduated Magna Cum Laude from Southwestern University School of Law and has been practicing in Los Angeles, San Jose, San Francisco and...

Mr. Huguenin serves as the Managing Partner of Huguenin Kahn, LLP and oversees a variety of complex business matters in the areas of construction, real estate, land use, contracts, corporate/business formation, product liability and employment law. He currently represents some of the Firm’s largest institutional clients and is known for his effective and creative legal strategies, culminating in favorable results through trial, arbitration and ADR. Mr.Huguenin began his career with Green & Hall where he became the founder and Managing Partner of the Firm’s Northern California office. In 2018, along with business Partners, Robert Kahn, Jessica Moran and Jim...

Drummond F. McCunn Drummond F. McCunn received his Juris Doctor from San Francisco Law School in 1974. His undergraduate degree is a Bachelors of Science degree in Mathematics from Stanford University in 1969. He has been an estate planning attorney for over 33 years in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Elaine Van Beveren has been practicing family law since 1988. She is a Certified Specialist in Family Law as determined by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. Her practice is 100% dedicated and exclusive in the area of family law. This includes all aspects of family law such as divorce, annulment, child custody, alimony, separation, marital settlement agreements, and related matters.

40 years of civil litigation experience. Working for you.

Peg Carew Toledo has defended and counseled manufacturers and retailers with respect to California’s unique labeling law, Proposition 65. She regularly represents companies in Proposition 65 litigation involving a variety of consumer products, foods, and dietary supplements. Peg has over 25 years of experience as a California litigator. Peg has been named in the Best of the Bar® publication of the Sacramento Business Journal from 2013 to 2018. Peg has been recognized as a Northern California Super Lawyer® from 2010 to 2022. Peg also is an AV® Preeminent rated lawyer, the highest rating given by Martindale-Hubbell for legal ability...

Daryl J. Lander has worked for over 25 years helping people to obtain the justice they deserve. His primary areas of practice are: Family, Criminal and Civil Law.

I am passionate about advocating for injured workers and specialize in helping clients navigate the complexities of the legal system in workers’ compensation, personal injury and family law matters. I am driven by a passion for justice and achieving the most favorable outcome for my clients while protecting their rights. I have extensive knowledge and experience representing public safety workers, including police, firefighters, corrections, probation and parole. While studying law at Lincoln Law School of Sacramento, I gained experience working in the Taxpayers’ Rights Advocate Office at the California State Board of Equalization, and successfully recovered a significant amount of...

Litigation: 25%
Business disputes and litigation

49 years

Business: 20%
Corporate formation, articles and bylaws, assistance with corporate meetings and records, communicate with other corporations or individuals and attorneys, preparation of corporate agreements and individual agreements.

49 years, 1,000 cases

Corporate and incorporation: 20%
Corporate formation, articles and bylaws, assistance with corporate meetings and records, communicate with other corporations or individuals and attorneys, preparation of corporate agreements and individual agreements.

49 years, 800 cases

Estate planning: 15%
Living trusts preparation for individuals and families along with after death distribution which involves compliance with California law notifying heirs and beneficiaries as well as many other fiduciary duties a little too complex...

Over 30 years of experience

At the Law Office of Amanda D. Berger we have the passion and drive to help you with your family law, estate planning or criminal matter. Our office will provide you with effective and zealous representation. We believe in protecting your rights because we honestly care about the outcome of your case. Ms. Berger is a Certified Family Law Specialist* and has the experience to handle your complex family law matters. Our team will be there for you every step of the way while you are walking through your legal matter. By contacting our office you will be taking the right...

Ms. Vance graduated Summa Cum Laude from Portland State University and received a Bachelor of Science degree in criminology. She went on to attend Cal Northern School of Law in Chico, California where she earned a Masters degree in Legal Studies and a Juris Doctorate degree. She currently sits as Trustee on the board of Trustees at Cal Northern School of Law. Ms. Vance worked as a social worker for 16 years prior to attending law school. Ms. Vance’s experience as a social worker gives her a deep understanding of families, human behavior and provides a well-rounded and empathetic advocate...

Judith Goodman focuses her practice on immigration law, including deportation defense, family visas, and citizenship. She is knowledgeable and experienced in these areas and in the immigration consequences of criminal convictions. Judith received her law degree from the University of California at Berkeley and spent her first 3 years as a lawyers assisting judges. She then worked in a civil law firm, and has been concentrating on immigration since 2002. Judith speaks Spanish fluently, and the majority of her clients are Spanish-speakers, but she assists clients of all nationalities.