Kern County Lawyers

Jessica Babrick applies a broad background in litigation to resolve disputes involving trusts, estates, probate and conservatorships. She represents beneficiaries, fiduciaries and financial and charitable institutions in a wide variety of contested trust and probate matters. Jessica is a fervent advocate for her clients, and works closely with them to efficiently and effectively resolve claims concerning breach of fiduciary duty, undue influence, lack of capacity and the validity of wills and trusts.

Jessica serves as Co-Chair of the Executive Committee of the Trusts and Estates Section of the Beverly Hills Bar Association, which keeps her at the forefront of recent developments...

I am an experienced California Business and Securities Law attorney. I am committed to solving complex business issues for clients from a wide range of industries.

For over 40 years, my practice has been focused on effectively solving problems and creating solutions. I am dedicated to guiding my clients towards achievement of their business goals.

I am an accomplished and determined California attorney. I represent owners, developers, and lenders with Business, Real Estate, Global Hospitality, and ADA Compliance & Defense law matters.

I advise and advocate for clients with a wide range of complex hotel, resort, vacation ownership property, restaurant, golf course and spa issues. With extensive experience and legal expertise, I provide a practical approach to defining goals, developing plans, and closing the deal. I am dedicated to getting results.

I am an experienced California trial attorney. My areas of expertise include Business, Trust & Estate Litigation, and Creditor Rights matters.

For over three decades, I have helped clients effectively avoid and resolve a broad array of legal disputes. With extensive understanding and skill, I am dedicated to the highest level of personal service and representation, focused on the best possible outcomes.

I have been recognized with the highest AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell, in addition to being named a Super Lawyer and among the Best Lawyers in America.

Attorney Sean Bral is an experienced personal injury attorney representing clients in a variety of matters including motorcycle, automobile, trucking, biking, and pedestrian, spinal cord injuries, burn injuries, premises liability, slip and falls and dog bites. He has practiced law for over 20 years and over the years have helped tens of thousands of clients recover millions of dollar. With Sean and his diligent team you can rest easy knowing that your case is in the hands of a team that cares for you and your family and that will work day and night seeing to it that every aspect...

With over 20 years of experience in the legal field, attorney Stephanie V. Trice brings a passion for client advocacy and interest in the nuances of intellectual property law. She enjoys working with artists, business owners, and inventors at the earliest stage, often when there is nothing to see but a bright idea, and provides guidance to achieve their objectives and develop their intellectual property portfolio. On the litigation side, she is a critical and analytical thinker who tenaciously fights for her client’s intellectual property rights and defends those accused of infringement.

Sahar Maknouni is an enthusiastic attorney specializing in family law, committed to zealously representing her clients. With unwavering dedication, Sahar passionately advocates for her clients, understanding the emotional complexities inherent in family legal disputes. She is wholeheartedly devoted to guiding her clients through the legal process, making sure it's as stress-free as possible. Her approach is rooted in putting her clients at the center, striving for results by employing meticulous analysis and strategic expertise in every intricate legal case to achieve the most favorable outcomes. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Law with a minor in Management at California...

My practice encompasses a wide variety of tax matters for businesses and individuals including partnership, corporate and individual taxation issues, international tax planning, entity formation, and mergers and acquisitions. I have represented clients in the real estate, entertainment, and healthcare industries. I structure transactions to optimize tax results, including tax-deferred Section 1031 real property exchanges. I draft and negotiate partnership and limited liability company operating agreements, and other contracts relating to the formation, sale, merger, acquisition, and liquidation of companies. I also handle executive compensation matters, including non-qualified deferred compensation plan and stock...

I am a business attorney with substantial in-house legal experience at companies involved in entertainment and communications technologies. I focus on technology transactions, contracts, trademark and copyright law, and publishing law. I have negotiated and drafted complex, sophisticated contracts involving technology, licensing, joint ventures, and asset purchases. I've also managed an extensive intellectual property portfolio (trademarks and copyrights), and have handled the prosecution of domestic and international trademarks, software licensing, domain name enforcement, and copyright registrations.

Yosi Yahoudai is a founder and the managing partner of J&Y. Yosi is an inspired, aggressive and successful advocate for his clients. He is personally committed to making a difference in his clients’ lives. Nothing makes Yosi happier than getting his clients’ lives back on track.

Yosi’s practice is comprised primarily of cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents that have caused his clients catastrophic and life-altering injuries. In addition, he represents people in premises liability lawsuits, including suits alleging dangerous conditions of public property, third-party criminal conduct, and intentional torts. He also has expertise in challenging cases involving product defects, dog...

MITCHELL REED SUSSMAN, is the leading consumer advocate of Timeshare Exit, Timeshare Cancellation and Timeshare litigation in the United States having successfully prosecuted actions against the world's largest timeshare companies. His office has gained the release of tens of thousands of timeshare owners from the burdens of timeshare ownership. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York in 1973 he graduated from George Washington University with a Bachelor of Business Administration. He came to the west coast upon graduation from GW and in 1976 he graduated from Pepperdine University School of Law with a Juris Doctorate. ...

I am a skilled California Business and Tax attorney. I represent clients with complex domestic and international law matters.

With over 20 years of experience, I am knowledgeable in a vast array of legal planning, transactions and disputes. I am dedicated to providing exceptional service and representation to businesses and nonprofit groups.

Outside of the office, I am committed to community involvement, serving in government, civic, and charitable organizations. In 2017, I was honored as Hermosa Beach's Man of the Year, for "generous contributions of time and resources".

I am an experienced and skilled California Labor and Employment attorney. I protect the rights and interests of employers worldwide, in industries such as banking, health care, hospitality, retail, and transportation.

With 35 years of experience, I represent clients with responsiveness, determination and focus. I am dedicated to providing exceptional service and legal representation.

In addition to being named among California's Top Labor and Employment Lawyers, I have been honored as a Los Angeles Super Lawyer for over a decade.

Sanaz Sarah Bereliani received her J.D. from Whittier College School of Law, with a focus on reorganization and bankruptcy. During law school, she worked as an invaluable law clerk to a prominent Superior Court of California judge and was later offered an impressive externship at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

Ms. Bereliani is admitted to practice law before all Superior and Federal Courts in the State of California, including the Southern District of California, Central District of California, Northern District of California, and Eastern District of California.

Ms. Bereliani strives to provide her clients with high quality bankruptcy representation and alternatives...

Kevin McDonnell is a skilled California Business, Real Estate, Government & Administrative, and Litigation attorney. His practice includes, but is not limited to, representation of developers and property owners with land use, zoning, entitlements, regulation, and compliance, and dispute resolution matters.

Kevin brings unique knowledge and understanding to his cases. In addition to his law degree, he holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering and M.S. in Structural Engineering. Kevin is registered in California as both a Civil and Structural Engineer.

Kevin advocates for clients with passion and integrity. He is dedicated to providing exceptional service and the best possible results. Visit...

With four decades of legal experience, I provide counsel for Business, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Tax, Intellectual Property, Entertainment & Sports, and Hospitality Law matters. Based in Southern California, I represent clients as outside general counsel throughout the world. I am dedicated to delivering legal expertise and experience focused on the best possible outcomes.

Highly accomplished and respected by peers, I have been honored as the 2018 Southern California Lawyer of the Year for Closely-Held Companies & Family Businesses Law, and the 2019 Southern California Lawyer of the Year for Trusts and Estates.

Outside of work, I am committed to giving...

I am a Los Angeles Business attorney with expertise in a vast array of Cybersecurity and Privacy law matters.

With over 30 years of experience, I am skilled at providing practical counsel for complex legal situations. I am dedicated to clear communication and exceptional representation.

I have been honored with numerous awards, including Top 20 Cyber - Artificial Intelligence Lawyers, Most Influential Lawyers in Digital Media and E-Commerce Law, and Top Rated Lawyer in Technology Law.

I represent management in Labor and Employment Law matters. Based in California, I advise employers nationwide with a wide range of legal needs.

With 25 years of experience, I bring extensive skill and knowledge to every case. I provide aggressive advocacy focused on the best possible results in labor and employment matters. Additionally, I hold the highest possible AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Ryan Banafshe founded Banafshe Law Firm, PLC in 2002 with a mission to deliver client-focused, results-oriented legal services to those injured by the negligence of others. Early in his legal career, Ryan discovered his passion for representing injury victims, and he has since dedicated himself to holding insurance companies accountable and ensuring his clients are never taken advantage of. Known for his aggressive advocacy, compassionate representation, and unmatched results, Ryan has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of injured clients throughout California. An award-winning attorney, Ryan is deeply committed to providing every client with the highest level of legal representation. He...

Cheryl Hodgson offers a unique combination of legal expertise and practical business experience based upon years of experience in the music industry at a manager, agent, and music publisher. Expert in litigation of matters pertaining to contractual disputes, artist rights, trademarks, copyrights, Cheryl uses her courtroom expertise not only as a litigator but as a mediator in cases involving trademarks copyrights and entertainment related matters. Years in the courtroom provide her clients with strong advocacy for in business transactions, calculated to seal the deal, while minimizing future risks. Hodgson has been certified for...

A tough, fearless and savvy federal criminal defense attorney since 1970. Forged in the trenches of the largest U.S. District Court in the U.S. – Los Angeles, California. Hardened by the toughest federal judges, Nixon appointees. Unrivaled credentials. 44 years of daily fighting against U.S. Attorneys. Recognized legal scholar with federal trial and appellate expertise. Proven by experience to be “par excellence” by judges, prosecutors and attorneys through Martindale-Hubbell's ratings and 35 published opinions in successful appeals. Joseph Shemaria graduated from U.C.L.A. Law School in 1969 with the most prestigious academic honors. He was a Senior Editor of the...

Una Lee Jost is a California licensed attorney, serving the legal needs of nonprofit organizations and small businesses.

Through her 17+ years of legal experience, Una has gained broad perspective in the many ways that law intersects with life. After receiving her J.D. from Loyola Law School in 2001, Una worked as in-house legal counsel for a nonprofit university as well as a civil litigator at Los Angeles law firms defending public entities, big businesses, and others. In 2010, Una started her own law practice in order to put her decade-plus of legal experience into use in...

Professor Raul Sabado has been practicing and teaching law since 2004. After a couple of years in private practice and seven years as a successful trial lawyer in the Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office, he founded his own private offices. The service area includes Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange counties.

BIG FIRM EXPERIENCE…SMALL FIRM SERVICE® Melvin N.A. Avanzado is the principal of The Avanzado Law Firm, APLC. Mel is a trial lawyer and outside general counsel, representing clients in complex matters in entertainment, media, intellectual property, sports and employment. Mel has extensive experience practicing with big law firms but now practices in his own small firm so he has the ability to provide personalized service to his clients. Mel is extensively involved in his community. Mel is active with numerous non-profit organizations, serving as general counsel to the Chinese American Museum of Los Angeles and the UCLA Alumni Association...

“I have walked many paths in life. I started life out as an attorney, have been a minister, a school teacher, but the most important job I’ve ever had is a father. When my son, Danny was born, it changed my life. When he was diagnosed with autism, it shook my world. When the school system and the state tried to cut off his services because of this current budget crisis in California, it pointed me to my true calling. I have often wondered why I’ve been privileged to be able to have three very satisfying careers as...

As owner and founder of Booth Law, I work tirelessly to defend Los Angeles residents facing criminal charges.

I understand the stress and anxiety of being charged with a crime, and my practice is dedicated to guiding you through these difficult times. I listen to your side of the story, get to know you and learn what circumstances led to your charges.

I've successfully handled thousands of cases, from simple misdemeanors to felonies carrying life sentences. Regardless of the charges you're facing, I treat each case with extreme care and attention to detail.

Most importantly, I am committed to fighting aggressively for my...

I am the managing partner of Thon Beck Vanni Callahan & Powell, a Pasadena, California, based boutique personal injury firm that was established in 1981. Our law firm represents clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries, or the death of a loved one, in accidents of all types, including automobile, motorcycle, trucking, premises liability and products liability. Professional Recognition: - Named 2014 Consumer Attorney of the Year by Consumer Attorneys of California - Selected as Top 100 Attorney in Southern California by Los Angeles Magazine, 2012, 2013 and 2020 - Designated a Super Lawyer in a survey of my peers, as announced in Los Angeles...

Born and raised in Pasadena, California, Raffi H. Ohanian focuses his practice in the areas of catastrophic personal injuries. He was admitted to the California Bar in 2007 after earning a J.D. that year from Southwestern University School of Law and obtained a B.A. from Loyola Marymount University in 2004. While in law school, Mr. Ohanian was the president of the Armenian Law Students Association and was actively involved in the local community. While at Loyola Marymount University, Mr. Ohanian studied in an elite honors program in Oxford, England at Queen’s College. Prior to joining Thon Beck Vanni Callahan &...

AARON P. MCALLISTER is a trial lawyer who is passionate about criminal defense and fighting against inequalities in the criminal justice system; he provides aggressive, adept representation to protect his clients. He is the founder of the Law Offices of Aaron P. McAllister. Mr. McAllister is a highly skilled litigator with substantial experience in federal and state courts. Moreover, Mr. McAllister is a rare trial attorney in light of the fact that he has experience in the areas of both civil (plaintiff’s side and defense’s side) and criminal litigation, as well as experience as both a criminal defense attorney...

Rabeh M. A. Soofi is the managing attorney and founder of the firm. Having spent most of her legal career at a large national lawfirm of 300+ lawyers involved in million and billion dollar disputes, Rabeh’s focus is on making world-class legal skills available to individuals in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, to offer exceptional legal services in a client-focused, cost-effective, and strategic manner. Rabeh is hired most often for her unique practice philosophy and is known among the legal community as an aggressive attorney with a no-nonsense and solutions-oriented approach to legal engagements. Rabeh’s legal work combines...

Top-rated and award winning Los Angeles lawyer representing clients in business and alcohol-liquor law, focusing on advising entrepreneurial startups, emerging and established companies with respect to business formation and structuring, ABC liquor licensing, ABC disciplinary defense, conditional use permitting (CUP), administrative and governmental proceedings, trademarks, commercial contracting, and commercial leasing. Our firm also represents clients in criminal and DUI law, including land use and municipal code enforcement defense. In addition, we represent clients in personal injury claims.

I have been dedicated to practicing immigration and employment law since 2000. My mission is to form close and honest relationships with all of my clients and to always be accessible to them whenever they have questions, need case updates, or legal assistance. Accordingly, my clients know and trust that they can reach me anytime. Having direct access to me 24/7 is one of the primary reasons why I am able to help my clients succeed in their immigration or employment law matters. If you have any questions, please send an email to thomas@thomasmlee.com Be sure to...

Hussein Saleh is a seasoned personal injury litigation attorney at The Dominguez Firm. He handles all types of personal injury cases and has helped thousands of individuals and families obtain the compensation they deserve, representing clients against at-fault third party and negligent businesses.

Attorney Saleh graduated from California State University, Long Beach, where he received his bachelor’s degree in Finance. Thereafter, he attended Whittier Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor.

Since an early age Attorney Hussein Saleh has wanted to help those most in need. Of Lebanese descent, he grew up in Southeast Los Angeles and witnessed the social challenges,...

Matthew K. Joy is a trial attorney at The Dominguez Firm. With over a decade of experience litigating difficult liability cases, Attorney Joy has helped hundreds of accident victims in California recover millions in compensation. He’s a fierce advocate of road safety and promotes the firm’s values by delivering outstanding legal representation and client service, as part of the personal injury trial team.

Matthew is known for handling complex cases involving wrongful deaths, amputations, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paraplegic injuries, auto accidents and premises liability; as well, cases of serious accidents involving trucks, motorcycles, pedestrians, bicycles, drowning, construction and elevators;...

Bobby Saadian, Esq., JD/MBA, is the Founding Partner and Managing Attorney at Wilshire Law Firm. He has spent more than a decade dedicating his practice to representing catastrophic injury victims and their families in motor vehicle accident, product liability, wrongful death, and other complex personal injury cases. Bobby has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars on behalf of his clients, including eight-figure recoveries of $17.1 million and $12 million.
Bobby’s expertise has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. Following an exhaustive peer-review process, Bobby was honored by Super Lawyers as a Southern California Rising Star from 2012 to 2017, and...

Marilyn McGoldrick concentrates her practice on pharmaceutical and medical device litigation and class action. She represents clients throughout Massachusetts and nationally. Ms. McGoldrick is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and a cum laude graduate of Suffolk University Law School. She is a member of the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, the Massachusetts Bar Association and Boston Bar Association (Co-Chair, New Lawyers Section 2000-2001; Steering Committee Member, New Lawyers Section; Membership Committee), and the American Association for Justice. Ms. McGoldrick is Pro Bono counsel for the Central Square Theater, Arlington Underground Railway Theater Company, and...

Attorney Simon Aval has been practicing criminal law since 1999. Over the years he has gained invaluable experience handling thousands of criminal cases and has completed over 150 Jury Trials. He is a Certified Specialist in criminal law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization. He has been chosen as a Superlawyer by Los Angeles Magazine. He has been selected as one of the Best Attorneys in Los Angeles.

Jon Pfeiffer limits his practice to the following niche areas where his knowledge and experience enable him to achieve the most favorable results for his clients:

• Influencers and social media
• Copyright (registration and infringement)
• Right of publicity (protection of name, image and likeness)
• Defamation (libel and slander)
• IFTA arbitrations
...

Patrick Steinfeld is the founder of Champions for Justice... an exclusively wrongful death law firm in California. Patrick is an award winning, nationally recognized wrongful death attorney with 36-years of experience. He has recovered millions of dollars for his clients. The Steinfeld Law firm has offices in Beverly Hills, San Diego, and San Francisco, with satellite offices and meeting locations (by appointment) throughout California. We have obtained some of the biggest wrongful death settlements in California and the country. - Free Consultation - Costs nothing to get started - Pay nothing (no fees or costs) until settlement For more information call us at (424)...